Ep. 45 - The Evolution of Supply Chain Management

In this episode we talk with Abe Eshkenazi, CEO of the Association For Supply Chaney Management (ASCM).  Much of the discussion focuses on the evolution of supply chain from its roots in production, the changing landscape of careers in the field, and the impact of technology such as automation and AI on the industry workforce. Abe shares insights from his own journey into supply chain leadership, initially joining ASCM when it was called APICS to turn the organization around and like so many who stumble into the industry, finds himself still there nearly 20 years later because of the impact supply chain management has on people's lives. The conversation also dives into results from ASCM's recently released Salary and Career Report, and their annual poll of the top 10 supply chain trends for 2025.

Chapters:

00:48 - Abe's Journey into Supply Chain Leadership
05:19- The Evolution of Supply Chain Education
08:01 - The Changing Landscape of Supply Chain Careers
10:55 - ASCM's Historical Perspective and Evolution
17:51 - The Future of Supply Chain: AI and Workforce Responsibility
20:18 - Digital Transformation and Cybersecurity Risks
22:33 - Supply Chain Careers and Compensation Trends
26:36 - Evolving Skill Sets in Supply Chain Management
27:47 - Career Paths and Opportunities in Supply Chain
31:44 - Key Trends Impacting Supply Chain Organizations
36:01 - Annual Conference Rebranding and Future Focus
36:35 - The Future of Global Supply Chains

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