Supply Chain Now

In this inspiring and special episode from the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium in Orlando, Scott Luton of Supply Chain Now sits down with Whitney Shlesinger, Vice President of Global Planning and Logistics at McCormick & Company. From the bold flavors of Old Bay, Frank’s RedHot, and Cholula to global supply chain innovation, Whitney shares how McCormick is blending strategy, sustainability, and leadership development to stay ahe...

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott Luton and Tevon Taylor sit down with Will Quinn, supply chain consultant at CAMM Consulting and better known as The Distribution Guy® to unpack the evolving world of warehousing and distribution. With a rich background spanning military logistics, Coca-Cola operations, and enterprise tech systems, Will offers a grounded yet forward-looking view of how distribution excellence is built...

On today's episode of The Buzz, we dive into the critical topics impacting global supply chain. Welcome to The Buzz!

This week, hosts Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson welcome special guest Kim Winter, Founder and Global Managing Director of Logistics Executive Group, to the show. Listen in as they discuss:

• The transportation sector's increasing cyber risks
• The evolving role of AI and how it can enhance supply chain operations
• Key ...

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott W. Luton and Kevin L. Jackson sit down with Antonio Bustamante, CEO of bem, to explore how automation is reshaping the supply chain landscape in 2025. Together, they unpack the hidden costs of manual workflows, the pitfalls of outdated systems, and the massive opportunity in eliminating data friction.

Antonio shares how bem helps teams move away from time-consuming email and PDF-based...

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton welcomes back Mike Griswold, Vice President Analyst at Gartner, to explore what sets the supply chain Masters apart from the rest. With companies like Amazon, Apple, Procter & Gamble, and Unilever topping the list, Mike unpacks the leadership behaviors, strategic investments, and operational models that have helped them sustain excellence year over year.

From Amazon’s $4 billion b...

On today's episode of The Buzz, we discuss the pressing need for supply chain professionals to embrace generative AI technologies without delay. As we traverse the complexities of the global freight market, we underscore the imperative of adopting innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience Welcome to The Buzz!

This week, hosts Scott Luton and Enrique Alvarez welcome special guests Brain Greene and...

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott Luton and Kim Reuter welcome Lindsey Billing and Paul Boothe for a conversation on how AI is transforming the future of supply chain—from warehouse automation to intelligent forecasting and data-driven decision-making. Together, they explore real-world innovations already in play and what it takes to turn buzzwords like “AI” and “automation” into actual value.

Lindsey shares how NLS i...

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton sits down with Billy Ray Taylor, CEO and President of LinkedXL, to explore the foundational principles behind high-performing supply chain organizations. Drawing on his decades of leadership at Goodyear and his work with industry teams today, Billy Ray shares how speed, clarity, and connected systems drive real, measurable change.

He breaks down five timeless yet urgent considerations...

On today's episode of The Buzz, we focus on the critical need for innovation and adaptability within the supply chain sector, particularly in the context of securing essential raw materials and addressing the challenges faced by women in the field. Welcome to The Buzz!

This week, hosts Scott Luton and Koray Kose welcome the 2005 Interos.ai Women in Supply Chain award winners, Jennifer BIsceglie with Interos.ai, Jane Ganina with Tele...

Supply Chain Now presents an insightful episode with hosts Scott Luton and Allison Giddens, and featuring special guests Amy Sartain, and Chuck Baker, focusing on the importance of supply chain education for students. The discussion highlights the innovative "Supply Chain Games" initiative, which includes the Lemonade Game for elementary and middle school students and the Cell Phone Game for high school and college students. These ...

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott W. Luton and Karin Bursa sit down with Abe Eshkenazi, CEO of the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM), to unpack the latest insights from the 2025 Supply Chain Salary and Career Report. Together, they explore how the role of supply chain professionals is evolving, and what the data tells us about compensation, career satisfaction, and the path forward for the industry.

Abe s...

This episode of Supply Chain Now presents an insightful conversation with Scott Luton and Enrique Alvarez, featuring Jenni Staudacher, Vice President of North America Supply Chain at Salomon. The episode delves into Jenni's extensive experience in supply chain leadership, highlighting her roles at Columbia Sportswear and Adidas, and her current position at Salomon. Jenni shares her passion for forecasting, emphasizing the importanc...

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott Luton and Tandreia Bellamy welcome Bobby Holland of U.S. Bank and Dr. Jason Miller of Michigan State University for a data-packed discussion on what’s really happening in the U.S. freight market—and what it signals for supply chain professionals moving into Q2 and beyond.

They explore the Q1 2025 U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index, revealing surprising drops in shipment volume, regional ...

Join us today as we discuss the imperative of transformation within global supply chains, emphasizing the critical need for supply chain leaders to adapt and innovate in response to evolving geopolitical landscapes and technological advancements. Welcome to The Buzz!

This week, hosts Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson welcome special guest Koray Kose, Founder and Chief Analyst of Kose Advisory, to the show. Listen in as they discuss:

The latest episode of Supply Chain Now features Scott Luton and Mike Griswold discussing key insights from the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium held in early May in Orlando, Florida. The conversation highlights three major takeaways: the importance of reverse logistics and returns management in retail, as discussed by Tom Enright; the critical role of planning in supply chain transformation and resilience, emphasized by Whitney Shles...

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, host Scott Luton and Matt McKinney, CEO and co-founder of Loop, welcome Suzanne Wilsbacher of Cengage and Ben Smith of Clemens Food Group for a data-driven discussion about the transformation AI is bringing to global supply chains.

They dive deep into the messy reality of supply chain data, from disconnected systems and inconsistent formats to lagging digital transformation in transportation and ...

Join us today as we delve into the significant insights gleaned from the recent Gartner Supply Chain Symposium, and the importance of leveraging technology in supply chain management to enhance efficiency and responsiveness. Welcome to The Buzz!

This week, Scott Luton and special guest host Rick McDonald welcomed PopCapacity Co-Founder & CEO, Matt Fain, to the show to discuss:

• The pressing need for digital fluency and the ef...

In this special National Supply Chain Day episode, hosts Scott Luton and Mary Kate Love sit down with supply chain leaders Rahmel Wattley, Vic D’Arcy, and Dr. Stephanie Thomas to discuss the vital roles of transportation, reverse logistics, and talent development in today’s supply chain landscape. Rahmel, founder of Truck N’ Hustle, shares insights into the critical role of transportation professionals and how small carriers serve ...

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton and Tevon Taylor sit down with Agustin Lopez-Diaz, Senior Vice President of Global Supply Chain for North America at Schneider Electric, to explore how the company is leading a transformative shift in supply chain operations. Agustin shares how Schneider Electric is driving efficiency, sustainability, and trust across its operations, focusing on automation, energy management, and man...