Is your supply chain ready for the holidays? Today, hosts Scott Luton and Karin Bursa break down the biggest challenges shaping global supply networks this season — from tariff uncertainty and inflationary pressures to shifting consumer expectations and the ongoing semiconductor shortage. Welcome to The Buzz, powered by OMP!
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How Supply Chain Leaders Are Finding Calm & Clarity Amidst the Chaos
In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton welcomes Jorge Morales, Global COO of the International Supply Chain Education Alliance (ISCEA), and Sandeep Chatterjee, Growth Leader, Digital Business Solutions, Supply Chain and Sustainability Pillar at INFOLOB, to explore how…
Transforming Operations: Flowers Foods Unveils Its Digital Supply Chain Revolution
Join us for an illuminating webinar that focuses on Flowers Foods’ groundbreaking steps in transforming its supply chain through cutting-edge technologies. Headquartered in Thomasville, Georgia, Flowers Foods is a leading producer of packaged bakery goods, operating 47 bakeries and…
Pedaling to Profit: Trek’s Direct-to-Consumer Shipping Success Story
Discover how Trek, a global leader in the bicycle industry, transitioned from B2B-only shipments to launching a direct-to-consumer (DTC) initiative, propelling their business to new heights…
5 Inventory Management Metrics Every Supply Chain Professional Must Master
Inventory management is vital for balancing supply and demand, minimizing costs, and maximizing efficiency in businesses, and just so happens to be the topic of conversation…
The Supply Chain Buzz for November 14th Sponsored by 6 River Systems
With so many global forces affecting the supply chain, which do you focus on first? Reshoring: the way of the future or a path to new problems? And is it time for all of us to dump the internal…
Four Ways Retailers Can Win the Holiday Season (And Beyond) with Mike Griswold of Gartner
As we head into the holiday season, retail has plenty to contend with: rising costs, increased employee turnover, somehow managing inventory and more…
Meet the Future “Mechanics of the World” at the University of Tennessee Global Supply Chain Institute
The future of the supply chain is in their hands—and they’re here to tell us all about it. Join Scott as he chats with CJ Wallace and Summer Roderick, students from the…
Listening in on Logistics: 3Q22 Insights on UPS, FedEx & Amazon with Cathy Morrow Roberson
How did three top global logistics enterprises perform in Q3, and what can we glean from their strategies moving forward? In this episode, Scott consults with supply chain writer Cathy Morrow Roberson, aka the earnings call expert. Combining her love of research with all things supply chain, Cathy is a…
The Supply Chain Buzz for October 24th with 6 River Systems’ Ryan Kitchie
Headed into Halloween, candy prices are getting downright spooky, but never fear! Scott and Greg are back with the Buzz to break down the latest on inflation, along with top headlines related to labor, NATO intervention and more. Joined by Ryan Kitchie of 6 River Systems, the team also tackles hidden costs of turnover and…
The Supply Chain Buzz for September 12th with Sebastian Bleser of Seven Senders
This may be the Buzz for September 12, but Scott, Greg and guest Sebastian Bleser, VP of Supply Chain Excellence at Seven Senders, already have their eyes on Peak Season 2022. Join the trio as they review top headlines on how the logistics world and retailers can prepare for peak. Plus, hear from Scott and Greg on the impending rail strike…
The Dual Role of Brick-and-Mortar Stores in the Age of Omnichannel Retail with Aptos’ Nikki Baird
Retailers are seeking to seamlessly engage with consumers, having one experience, whether you purchase online or you purchase in person. With store pickups, click and collect, ship from the store, and even new incentives to get you back in the store, brick-and-mortar and those hard-to-find store associates are working harder than ever. So, they’re quickly…