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In this episode of Supply Chain Pioneers, host Ulf accompanies Klaus Dohrmann, Vice President at DHL and the global head of innovation and trend research, as they explore the intricate world of supply chain management and logistics innovation.
Klaus shares his journey from consulting to becoming a key strategist and innovation leader at DHL. They dive into effective strategies for making significant strategic moves, the importance of stakeholder management, and how excitement and buy-in are critical for successful implementation.
Klaus also discusses DHL's unique approach to innovation through their global network of innovation centers and the highly-regarded DHL Trend Radar. Join them as they delve into top future trends in logistics, the impact of robotics and AI, and consider some surprising sources of inspiration.
Don't miss Klaus's insights on collaborating with startups, lessons from marathon running, and why excitement about your work is key to pioneering success in the supply chain industry.
00:00 Introduction to Supply Chain Pioneers
00:35 Meet Klaus Dohrmann: The Godfather of Innovation at DHL
01:08 Klaus's Journey into Supply Chain Management
02:34 Strategic Insights and Stakeholder Management
07:39 Driving Innovation at DHL
10:22 Top Trends in Logistics and Innovation
16:45 Challenges and Successes in Innovation
19:53 Advice for Startups in the Supply Chain Sector
23:05 Klaus's Passion for Marathon Running
25:01 Conclusion and Farewell
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