Episode description

In this episode of Trade Talks, host Grant Sernick connects with Brian Glick, the founder of Chain.io. The discussion delves into Brian's career transition from a tech enthusiast to a supply chain expert and the inception of Chain.io. They explore the challenges of integrating data across various systems in global trade and the importance of maintaining data quality. Brian highlights the need for effective data exchange and the pitfalls of relying on outdated methods like PDF and manual data entry. Additionally, they discuss innovative solutions to streamline data management and analytics in supply chain operations.

00:00 Intro

01:16 Meet Brian Glick: From Tech Nerd to Supply Chain Expert

04:42 The Genesis of Chain.io

05:41 Challenges in Supply Chain Integration

07:54 The Importance of Data Standardization

10:00 Real-World Examples of Supply Chain Data Issues

11:48 The Role of Standards in Supply Chain

19:44 Collaboration and Customization in Supply Chain Solutions

30:54 Challenges in EDI Standards and Integration

32:25 Understanding Importer Concerns

34:14 ERP and Supply Chain Misalignment

35:53 Effective Data Management in Supply Chains

42:20 The Role of AI and OCR in Data Processing

54:16 Exciting Integration with Snowflake

56:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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