Supply Chain Connect

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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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 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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Drowning in data but struggling to turn it into actionable insights? Hear from industry experts from The Raymond Corporation on how to establish a data-driven decision-making process that drives real operational efficiencies in your supply chain. Learn the keys to capturing the right data, setting the right goals and leveraging that information to optimize your warehouse, logistics and manufacturing operations.

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The container shipping industry is undergoing a critical digital transformation, with new standards and technologies poised to revolutionize the customer experience, reduce costs and drive sustainability. In this episode, Thomas Bagge, CEO of DCSA, and Thomas Morris, Senior Partner, UAE, of Finn Partners, provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of digitalization through an overview of DCSA’s inaugural “The State of th...

Sustainability is a top priority for electronics companies and their supply chain partners. In this episode, Mark Bollinger, Chief Globalization Officer at Smith, joins Supply Chain Connect during electronica 2024 and discusses how distributors are stepping up to support their customers’ sustainability initiatives. Discover the ways Smith is helping electronics manufacturers reduce waste, repurpose components and minimize their env...

Todd Burke, President of Global Business Development at Smith, joins Supply Chain Connect in this episode to discuss the evolving role of independent distributors in the semiconductor and electronics supply chain. Burke highlights the flexibility and global sourcing capabilities of independent distributors, as well as how the demand for independent distributors has surged post-COVID with their capabilities in managing excess and sh...

Todd Snow, Vice President of Global Purchasing at Smith, joins this episode to discuss the challenges—and solutions—when dealing with excess inventory. Snow explains that Smith helps customers manage excess inventory through various programs, including lot buys, consignment buys and the company’s new online marketplace, SmithTrade, which facilitates flexible selling, boasts a global reach, and emphasizes quality assurance.

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