Supply Chain Connect
Welcome to Supply Chain Connect, the podcast channel for all things supply chain. Supply Chain Connect provides supply chain professionals with essential news, information and analysis about the technology and business trends that impact the global supply chain industry.
Episodes
In this episode of Supply Chain Connect, Andrew Moeller, EVP of Sales at Flip Electronics, provides a deep dive into the current state of electronic component distribution, exploring how emerging technologies, global challenges and strategic adaptations are reshaping the industry's landscape. From navigating tariffs to leveraging AI and maintaining legacy technologies, Moeller offers insights into the critical trends and opportunit...
In this episode of Supply Chain Connect, Willem Van Dijk from Pivotree reveals the cutting-edge technologies transforming digital commerce and supply chain. Discover how AI, predictive analytics and smart data management are revolutionizing supply chains, simplifying complex procurement processes and creating seamless customer experiences. From supplier redundancy to intelligent content generation, learn how leading enterprises are...
CEO of Waldom Electronics, Don Akery, joins the show to discuss the state of the electronic component distribution industry, as the company’s master distribution model grants particular insight and access into the current state of the industry as well as where it may be headed. Akery covers the impact of tariffs, technological integration into operations and more in this perceptive conversation.
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Rebeca Obregon, President of Farnell, offers a deep dive into the rapidly evolving electronic component distribution landscape, exploring how artificial intelligence, digital transformation and adaptability are reshaping the industry's future. From navigating pandemic-induced supply chain disruptions to understanding emerging growth opportunities, Obregon provides expert insights into the complex world of electronic component distr...
Dave Doherty, President of DigiKey, unpacks the dynamic world of electronic component distribution, exploring how AI, digital transformation and innovative strategies are reshaping the industry's future. From navigating global disruptions to embracing cutting-edge technologies, Doherty offers a compelling glimpse into the technological revolution driving supply chain innovation.
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Hayne Shumate, SVP of Internet Business at Mouser Electronics, reveals how the electronic component distribution industry is navigating digital transformation, AI integration and global supply chain challenges. From e-commerce strategies to the potential societal impacts of automation, Shumate offers a compelling insider's perspective on the future of electronic component engineering and procurement.
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Agentic AI is revolutionizing procurement—transforming mundane tasks into strategic opportunities. Rory O'Brien, Vice President of Client Experience at Tonkean, reveals how AI agents can automate complex processes, from supplier searches to RFP analysis, allowing procurement professionals to focus on high-value relationship building.
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Moving beyond traditional cost-cutting, Wasif Bokhari, Senior Vice President and Head of Procurement at TCW, shares strategies for procurement leaders to transform vendors into true business partners to better navigate supply chain disruptions and drive organizational innovation.
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Shashi Mandapaty, principal and managing director of Synapsys and former CPO at Johnson & Johnson, reveals the transformative potential of generative AI in procurement. Dive into a candid discussion about the barriers holding back Gen AI adoption and the exciting future of procurement as the technology looks to inevitably overcome such challenges.
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In this episode, Russ Stewart, retired SVP of Global Procurement at Tyson Foods, reveals why procurement is at a critical tipping point. With AI technologies rapidly evolving, procurement is transforming from a transactional function to a strategic business partner. Stewart shares insights on how companies can leverage technologies to reshape procurement’s role in driving innovation and growth.
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Ryan Manes, Senior Director of Automotive & Industrial Products at o9 Solutions, reveals how modern companies are revolutionizing supplier relationship management. Discover how AI, radical transparency and strategic collaboration are transforming supplier relationships from a transactional process to a dynamic, intelligent partnership, and learn why sharing more information—not less—can lead to unprecedented supply chain resili...
With an ever-changing landscape in today’s international trade, from tariffs to disruptions and beyond, risk management has become a top priority for supply chain professionals. Listen to James Fu, Vice President of Global Market Development at Win Source, as he offers insight into the top risks posed against today’s supply chains—and how companies can best navigate such risks as tariffs and other disruptions.
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Conor Doherty from Lokad reveals how quantitative supply chain approaches are transforming traditional decision-making, turning complex data into financially optimized strategies. Discover the power of probabilistic forecasting, AI technologies and the critical concept of "mechanical sympathy" that can help businesses leave less money on the table and make smarter, more precise supply chain decisions.
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Are you shopping for a new logistics provider in 2025? Be sure to ask potential partners if they can deliver on these seven must-haves.
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As supply chain security becomes a growing concern, the Telecommunications Industry Association has developed a second release of the SCS 9001 Cyber and Supply Chain Security Standard to help organizations address vulnerabilities across their supply chains. Hear from TIA’s Mike Regan on the latest updates to the standard and how it can be adopted to enhance security practices.
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Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming the procurement function, from automating tedious tasks to strengthening supplier relationships and mitigating supply chain risk. Hear from Seth Catalli, Chief Revenue Officer of Globality, on the strategic advantages of AI-powered procurement and how to successfully integrate the technology into your enterprise.
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The semiconductor supply chain is facing unprecedented disruption from shifting global trade policies and tariffs. Hear from industry leader Frank Cavallaro, CEO of A2 Global Electronics + Solutions, on the challenges companies are navigating and the strategies they must employ to stay ahead.
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As we step into 2025, the manufacturing industry faces a landscape filled with both challenges and opportunities. From persistent labor shortages and supply chain disruptions to the rise of AI and clean technology, major shifts are reshaping the sector. In this episode, we break down Deloitte’s 2025 Manufacturing Industry Outlook and explore the five key trends set to define the year ahead.
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The Association for Supply Chain Management ranks the 10 most important areas of focus for supply chain professionals in the coming year.
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The supply chain industry is rapidly evolving, with companies navigating a complex web of geopolitical tensions, technological advancements and shifting customer demands. In this episode, Tobey Gonnerman, President of Fusion Worldwide, shares insights on how his company is pivoting to capture future business opportunities and provide innovative solutions to support their clients’ supply chain needs.
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