Supply chain leadership is being tested like never before, and the expectations keep rising.
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Top Priorities for CSCOs in 2026 (And What Boards Are Still Getting Wrong)
Supply chain disruption isn’t slowing down, it’s becoming the baseline. So what separates leaders who keep up from those who fall behind?
The Buzz: Shockwaves & Strategy—Iran, EVs, and Supply Chain Disruption
Geopolitical tensions are rising, supply chains are shifting, and innovation isn’t slowing down—on this episode of The Buzz, we break down what it all means and why it matters now… welcome to The Buzz, powered by project44!
Celebrating Excellence, Leadership, and Innovation Across Africa
Supply chains across Africa are being reshaped by sustainability pressures, public health needs, digital transformation, and the growing recognition that supply chain is ultimately about people.
From Store Shelves to Community Impact: Tony Zuazo’s Journey
Global supply chains are navigating an era marked by evolving challenges and opportunities. As technological advancements such as AI continue to reshape the landscape, leaders must adapt to the constant pressures of global uncertainty.
Aim High – From Airman to Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force: The Journey of JoAnne Bass
Nobody trains and educates better than the military. That belief, shaped by decades of service and leadership, continues to guide how she develops people and advises organizations today.
How AI Is Transforming Supply Chain Decision Making in 2026
Global supply chains are at an inflection point as geopolitical uncertainty collides with rapid AI advancement and rising performance expectations. Leaders must decide when to invest, where to modernize, and how to stay ahead.
Supply Chain Leadership in the Never Normal: Where Strategy Meets Execution
What does it take to lead supply chain in a world where disruption is constant? In this episode, host Karin Bursa welcomes a powerhouse panel of supply chain leaders for a candid conversation on supply chain leadership in the never-normal world and what it takes to connect strategy to execution. Together, Eduardo Adame of 3M, Douglas Guilherme of The Hershey Company, Cory Knox of Procter & Gamble, and Shea Nesseler of Danone share the career moments that shaped how they lead, from navigating Covid-era realities to guiding teams through high-stakes change and uncertainty.
Analysis of the Q4 2025 U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index
As the freight market tightens and costs rise, supply chain leaders must plan ahead, strengthen carrier ties, and stay agile. In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton and special guest host Karin Bursa sit down with Bobby Holland of U.S. Bank and Nick Palmucci of Ferguson Enterprises to discuss the latest U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index for Q4 2025. They unpack what “freight market tightening” looks like in practice, with capacity shrinking, shipper spend climbing, and regional performance moving in different directions, from strength in the Northeast to weakness in the Southwest.
Next Mission: From Sergeant Major of the Army to CEO of Army Emergency Relief with Tony Grinston
Do the right thing, even if you never get the credit. That mindset guided a 36-year Army career and continues to drive service beyond the uniform.
The Now Generation: Perspectives on AI, Energy, and Ethical Supply Chains
As supply chains expand across global networks, the next generation of leaders is being trained to think beyond trucks and warehouses, toward the broader constraints shaping business today. Dr. Morgan Swink, West Chair, Professor of SCM and Executive Director of the Center for Supply Chain Innovation at Texas Christian University’s Neeley School of Business, joins Supply Chain Now alongside three standout seniors, Ava Scotchie, Joshua Ahn, and Cort Comer, to share what they’re seeing in real time as they prepare to enter the industry.
The Buzz: AI and the Two-Day Work Week Debate
The pace of change in global supply chains isn’t slowing down — and on this week’s episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott Luton and Marty Parker are back to break down the headlines, trends, and real-world implications leaders need to watch.