For over 100 years, The Clorox Company has been making your favorite cleaning products, but their portfolio is much more wide-ranging than you might realize. In this Supply Chain Now classic episode, Senior Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer Rick McDonald joins Scott and Greg to share how the company puts people first, even throughout the onset of a global pandemic, and continues to deliver innovative products --- cat littler, lip balm and ranch dressing included. Tune in to hear Rick...
Dec 30, 2022•56 min•Season 1Ep. 1060
Sweetwater sells musical instruments, live sound equipment, and recording equipment for every lever of user – people building multimillion dollar studios, clubs and churches that needs audio, etc. Because e-commerce is their primary sales channel, they have also built up an exceptional team of sales engineers that are trained to do everything from advise customers about their purchases to building relationships that will hopefully last a lifetime. Phil Rich is a Senior Vice President and the Chi...
Dec 29, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 1059
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Dec 28, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 1058
There's a new generation of female entrepreneurs making their way onto the global stage, and we have Ladé Araba to thank for it. As the co-founder of The Visiola Foundation, she's helping African girls take the reins of their education and build careers in STEM. In this Supply Chain Now classic episode, join Scott and special co-host Matilda Arhin as they chat with Ladé about her fascinating upbringing in Rome, the genesis of The Visiola Foundation, her supply chain observations, advice for aspi...
Dec 27, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 1057
Throughout her career, Bonnie Fetch has worn her share of hats. Her depth and breadth of experience make her the perfect example of what it takes to thrive - and lead - in today's changing landscape. Lucky for us, she's sharing her invaluable perspective on this latest episode. Join us in this Supply Chain Now classic episode, as she chats with Scott about her career trajectory thus far, the keys to managing successful digital transformation, a master list of challenges ahead for supply chain - ...
Dec 26, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 1056
Digital transformation always sounds like a good idea, but how do you actually make it successful? On this week's Buzz, Kevin L. Jackson joins Scott and Greg to break down what it takes to future-proof your supply chain, why you need the right people and culture to pull off tech implementations, how to match digital transformation strategy to operations, how to engage the entire supply chain ecosystem and more. Additional Links & Resources: Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplych...
Dec 23, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 1055
All professionals should aspire to continue learning throughout their careers. While this is easy to agree to, it is tough to stay committed given the demands of most people’s work and personal lives. Helen Yu is the CEO of Tigon Advisory Corp., host of the CXO Spice podcast, a Wall Street Journal best-selling author, and an expert in digital transformation and cyber security. She has gone through several pivots in her career, and each one was made possible because she kept her commitment to con...
Dec 22, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 1054
Still planning with Excel spreadsheets? We've got a transformation story for you. In this episode, Steven Birgfeld of Blue Diamond Growers (BDG) and Anna Linden of SAP join Greg and Scott to detail how BDG left the spreadsheets behind on their digital transformation journey toward increased visibility and informed decision making. Tune in to hear their thoughts across three phases of transformation: integrated business planning, supply chain, and analytics---and hear their advice for other pract...
Dec 21, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1053
Are we headed for a recession in 2023? Which markets are rebalancing, and where could service levels improve? Bloomberg's Lee Klaskow may not have a crystal ball, but his expert predictions are the next best thing. Tune in to find out this year's biggest surprise in industry, along with predictions for rail, trucking and ocean freight in the year to come. Additional Links & Resources: Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com Check out our new Supply Chain Now Media Kit: ...
Dec 20, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 1052
Labor shortages are a challenge worldwide, often resulting from a disconnect between job openings and the skills available in un- or underemployed populations. In South Africa, the supply chain sector has led the way in closing this gap by training new drivers and working to bring more women into the industry. Jenny Froome is the Chief Operating Officer at SAPICS, the professional body for Supply Chain Management in South Africa. She and host Scott Luton are joined by Nicci Scott, CEO of the Com...
Dec 19, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 1051
World trade dynamics are changing at warp speed, ocean freight rates are plummeting and air cargo volumes are down ... and we've got just the person to weigh in on it all. On this week's Buzz, Abishek Gupta of UPS joins Scott and Greg to review the latest supply chain headlines and give us the skinny on all things global freight forwarding. Additional Links & Resources: Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com Check out our new Supply Chain Now Media Kit: https://bit.ly/...
Dec 16, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 1050
Mike Griswold is the Vice President of Research at Gartner, specializing in retail with a particular focus on forecasting and replenishment. He is responsible for Gartner’s annual Top 25 Supply Chain ranking and joins Supply Chain Now on a monthly basis to discuss the latest in retail supply chains from an analyst’s perspective. 2022 brought its fair share of challenges to global business. As we step closer to the end of the year, the ‘Big Guy’ himself – Santa – is now checking his list (and che...
Dec 15, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 1049
Inflation got you down? It's time to get proactive---and control the controllable. How well can your team manage invoices, analyze cash flow and communicate with suppliers? It might be time for a stronger digital ecosystem. Tune in to hear Dan Reeve of Esker, Inc. share his recommendations for supply chain leaders looking to combat the negative impacts of inflation and become more agile in the face of disruption with Scott and Greg. Find out why an economic downturn is the perfect time to innova...
Dec 14, 2022•56 min•Season 1Ep. 1048
As disruptive events persist, buying organizations must ensure that pricing, supply, and capacity remain stable across the supply chain. This requires sourcing teams to drive greater throughput and decision making under increased workload and event complexity, creating their toughest state of play in many years. Fortunately, sourcing leaders are uniquely positioned to create new sources of value by combating persistent market pressures and building resilience amidst volatility. In this episode, ...
Dec 13, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 1047
Charles Walker isn't afraid to jump out of the plane and deliver---literally. As a Jumpmaster, Senior Logistics Officer and Master Sergeant (to name a few titles) in the U.S. Army, Charles gained the skills he needed (and more) for a storied career in supply chain management, which is exactly what followed. In this episode, he sits down with Scott to share his reflections on his career, the keys to leadership success, and advice for aspiring supply chain professionals. Additional Links & Res...
Dec 12, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 1046
The Supply Chain Buzz is Supply Chain Now’s regular Monday livestream, held at 12n ET each week. This show focuses on some of the leading stories from global supply chain and global business, always with special guests – the most important of which is the live audience! This week’s edition of The Buzz featured Kelly Barner, host of Dial P for Procurement, Greg White and Scott Luton, and was made possible by the team at 6 River Systems. In this session, created in collaboration with a live Supply...
Dec 09, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 1045
The year may be ending, but cybersecurity challenges are only heating up heading into 2023. To get prepared, Scott and Kevin sat down with Bruce Spector and Karen Braxton to discuss the top five cybersecurity priorities for manufacturing next year in this episode sponsored by Microsoft. Learn more about how Maryland's state government has supported increased workforce training for digital security, why you need to take a holistic approach and enforce procedures, and much more. #MSFTAmbassador Ad...
Dec 08, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 1044
Get into the holiday spirit with this classic edition of This Week in Business History. Listen as Kelly Barner takes listeners back to visit an era and a place mythologized by one of the most popular Christmas stories of all time: A Christmas Carol. The story, which was written by Charles Dickens and published in 1843, addresses a number of economic and social issues that not only marked the impact of the Industrial Revolution and emerging middle class, but how poverty was viewed and treated by ...
Dec 07, 2022•16 min•Season 1Ep. 1043
The relationship between a graduate professor and their students is a special one. They learn from each other, facing new challenges with fresh solutions. Dr. Jason Miller, a Professor at Michigan State University, believes his current students are among the hardest working that he has come across in his teaching career. In this interview, two of those students join Dr. Miller and Scott Luton to share their professional backstories. Ashley Yearwood is a senior at Michigan State University in the...
Dec 06, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 1042
Supplier diversity professionals have good reason to celebrate in 2022. Companies clearly see a connection between supplier diversity and workplace culture. The recognize that their commitment to supplier diversity is also an investment in the employee experience. The 2022 State of Supplier Diversity Report received the highest level of annual participation since it was first run in 2017. Over 200 companies of different sizes and industries shared their current status, best practices, operationa...
Dec 05, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 1041
Macy's makes a supply chain comeback, rail freight hangs in the balance and retail winners emerge from Black Friday weekend. On this week's Buzz, Scott, Greg and Karin are discussing it all. Tune in to hear their expert takes as they chat with Kinaxis Director of Product Marketing Alexa Cheater on how supply chains can future-roof their strategy by reconfiguring the supply chain, exciting happenings at Kinaxis and more. Additional Links & Resources: Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https:/...
Dec 02, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 1040
In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott goes on location to speak with Logistics with Purpose and Supply Chain Now en Espanol host Enrique Alvarez to discuss one of their favorite topics- leadership. Listen as they cover their top leadership traits for the current environment and going into 2023. You'll hear a frank conversation between Enrique and Scott about how they view leadership and culture, as entrepreneurs, team members, and as fathers. Additional Links & Resources: Learn more abo...
Dec 01, 2022•17 min•Season 1Ep. 1039
As president and CEO of MedShare, a company that has delivered critical medical equipment to over 100 countries, Charles Redding knows a thing or two about complex supply chains and coordinating with shipping partners to help communities in need. But throughout his international career, he’s gained an even greater understanding of how to encourage effective leaders, get proactive on disaster relief, and navigate cultural differences – both across borders and within companies – to drive long-term...
Nov 30, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1038
Tune in for this Supply Chain Now classic episode in our Leadership Across Africa series in conjunction with SAPICS. In this episode, you'll hear from Procter & Gamble Senior Director of Supply Network Operations Temitope Ogunfayo. Join Scott and Jenny as they chat with Temitope about the value of education, what it takes to build a personal brand in supply chain, current logistics challenges, new supply chain opportunities across Africa and more. Additional Links & Resources: Learn more...
Nov 29, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 1037
Like many of us, Azuka Okeke once thought supply chain was boring--until it became clear what a profound impact it had on everything from public health to global problem solving. Now, as CEO of the Africa Resource Center for Excellence in Supply Chain Management, she's working to encourage local manufacturing in Nigeria as a key component for the timely delivery of medications. She's no stranger to making noise on important issues - and she has plenty to teach us on the topic. Tune in as she cha...
Nov 28, 2022•46 min•Season 1Ep. 1036
The Buzz is back, and this week, Scott and Greg are joined by Kevin L, Jackson for the Digital Transformers edition focusing on all things digital supply chain. Tune in as they review this year's top healthcare supply chains, the urgency of digital manufacturing and new offerings from Microsoft. And don't miss special guest Allen Jacques from Kinaxis, who joins the trio to share his thoughts on the importance of strong partnerships with contract manufacturers, shelf life for buffer pharma invent...
Nov 25, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 1035
Happy Thanksgiving! In this special holiday episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts and other members of the Supply Chain Now team share what they are thankful for this year. We wish all of our listeners, followers, partners, and collaborators a very Happy Thanksgiving. We are grateful for you all! Additional Links & Resources: Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com Check out our new Supply Chain Now Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3zKRLyL Subscribe to Supply Chain Now and all ot...
Nov 24, 2022•14 min•Season 1Ep. 1034
Energy costs are surging, partially because of a lack of supply and partially about the constraints placed on the movement of existing supplies. The Northeastern United States is in a particularly precarious position because of the supply chain modes used to transport the fuel needed to heat people's homes. As with all Dial P topics, energy is complicated - and the sources of fuel that we think of as separate actually quite interconnected. In this crossover episode of Dial P, host Kelly Barner r...
Nov 23, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 1033
The average cost to process a freight invoice is $14. Given the level of complexity this documentation often includes, many likely cost much more than that. It also takes approximately 37 days to pay an invoice, a lag that causes considerable challenges – especially given that 60 percent of freight quotes to not match the final invoice. In this Supply Chain Now livestream, Scott Luton and Greg White were joined by 20-year industry veteran Shannon Vaillancourt of RateLinx to discuss the keys to u...
Nov 22, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 1032
Over the last few years, many teams have been forced to shift their meetings and interactions into the virtual realm. Despite how fortunate they were to have the option, very few of those teams would say they took the opportunity to connect via Zoom and used it to build stronger bonds than they could have otherwise. If anyone was going to defy those odds, it would be Tandreia Bellamy. Tandreia Bellamy has worked her way up through the ranks at UPS, starting as a supervisor while she was in colle...
Nov 21, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 1031
