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 organizations can build resilience and clarity in today’s dynamic supply chain landscape. Jorge shares how ISCEA is equipping professionals through global certification programs and education, while Sandeep highlights his outcome-based approach to digital transformation and his insights from his book, The Consulting Way.

They cover key strategies for driving profitability and resilience, including smarter inventory management, bold choices in multimodal transportation, and the adoption of advanced technologies such as 3D printing and supply chain simulation. Jorge and Sandeep also discuss the importance of continuous skill-building, trust among supply chain partners, and the role of upcoming industry events like the Supply Chain Technology Conference & Expo (SCTECH) in helping leaders prepare for the future of supply chain.

Jump into the conversation:

(00:00) Intro

(02:35) Climbing Mount Everest and managing family logistics

(06:47) Sandeep's role at INFOLOB

(08:59) Jorge's role at ISCEA

(14:49) Sandeep’s book “The Consulting Way”

(18:08) Optimizing supply chain profitability

(24:38) Eliminating decision-making in supply chains

(25:07) Leveraging data and technology for faster decisions

(26:08) Innovations in transportation

(27:48) Challenging assumptions in leadership

(28:59) The role of technology in decision making

(32:14) Trust in supply chain partnerships

(33:30) The upcoming Supply Chain Technology Conference & Expo (SCTECH)

(37:37) Examples of supply chain innovations

(40:48) Sandeep’s keynote on quick commerce

Resources:

• Learn more about the Supply Chain Technology Conference & Expo (SCTECH): https://www.sctechshow.com/ 
• Connect with Jorge Morales: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jorgeamorales/ 
• Learn more about the International Supply Chain Education Alliance (ISCEA): https://www.iscea.org/ 
• Connect with Sandeep Chatterjee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandeep-chatterjee-4302271/ 
• Check out Sandeep’s book, The Consulting Way: https://in.zebralearn.com/the-consulting-way.html 
• Learn more about INFOLOB: https://www.infolob.com 
• Connect with Scott Luton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/
• Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com 
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