Sustainable Supply Chain
Welcome to the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast, hosted by Tom Raftery, a seasoned expert at the intersection of technology and sustainability. This podcast is an evolution of the Digital Supply Chain podcast, now with a laser-focused mission: exploring and promoting tech-led sustainability solutions in supply chains across the globe. Every Monday at 7 am CET, join us for insightful and organic conversations that blend professionalism with an informal, enjoyable tone. We don't script our episodes; instead, we delve into spontaneous, meaningful dialogues about significant topics, always with a touch of fun. Our guests are a diverse mix of influencers in the field - from founders and CxOs of pioneering solution providers to thought leaders and supply chain executives who have successfully implemented sustainability initiatives. Their stories, insights, and experiences are shaping the future of sustainable supply chains. While the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast addresses critical and complex issues, we aim to keep the discussions accessible, engaging, and, most importantly, actionable. It's a podcast that caters to a global audience, reflecting the universal importance of sustainability in today’s interconnected world. We are always eager to hear from our listeners. Your feedback and suggestions are invaluable to us, helping shape the podcast into a platform that truly resonates with its audience. Feel free to reach out via email or connect with us on social media to share your thoughts, ideas, or just to say hello. Subscribe to the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast and be a part of this crucial conversation. Together, let's explore how technology and innovation can lead the charge in creating more sustainable, responsible, and efficient supply chains for a better tomorrow.
Episodes
What if you could track products across your supply chain without relying on batteries or manual barcode scans?
In this episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast, I speak with Eric Biel, Director of Strategic Partnerships at Powercast, about how wireless power and RAIN RFID are unlocking smarter, more sustainable logistics. Eric explains how ambient RF energy can power sensors and tags over the air, eliminatin...
Hey everyone, Tom Raftery here.
Just a quick note to let you know that Sustainable Supply Chain is taking a short break this week. I’m recharging the batteries and preparing a fresh lineup of episodes packed with insights on ESG, circularity, digital transformation, and decarbonisation.
I'll be back next Monday June 22nd at 7am CEST with brand new content, but in the meantime, there’s a wealth of previous episod...
In this episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast, I had a cracking chat with René Schrama, Chief Commercial Officer at Peak Technologies. We dug into the evolving landscape of supply chain automation and what it truly means to “leverage automation intelligently” today.
René shared how supply chain leaders are moving beyond full-scale automation projects and instead focusing on targeted improvements that actua...
In this episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast, I’m joined by Gary Loh, CEO of DiMuto, who brings a refreshing perspective on fixing the fractured agri-food trade. Gary’s insights shine a light on the 30% of food wasted globally and how digital tools like AI, IoT, and blockchain can help us reduce that figure.
We discuss why traditional silos, where growers, packers, shippers, and retailers rarely share dat...
In this episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast, I sat down with Jim McCullen, CTO of Century Supply Chain Solutions, to unpack how technology—particularly AI—is quietly but effectively reshaping the logistics space.
Jim’s been with Century for over 30 years, which is practically unheard of in tech. We discussed what’s kept him there so long, and how he’s used that time to help major importers bring order to...
What if the data you already have could unlock massive sustainability and profitability gains in your supply chain?
In this episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast, I’m joined by Danny He, CEO of Soapbox, who makes a compelling case that the real barrier to progress isn’t a lack of technology, it’s fragmented data and disconnected workflows.
We unpack how most supply chains are still operating on siloed syste...
What if I told you that most of the platinum and palladium in old diesel vehicles ends up lost or landfilled, even though these are some of the world’s most critical and valuable materials?
In this episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast, I sit down with Don Weatherbee, CEO of Regenx, to explore how his company is turning waste into opportunity. Regenx has developed a low-energy, chemical-based process to re...
UPDATE: Since recording this episode JF has informed me he's no longer working with Pendulum.
AI is everywhere right now, but is it actually helping supply chain leaders make smarter, more sustainable decisions?
In this episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast, I’m joined by JF Gagné, Chief Product and Strategy Officer at Pendulum, who’s spent over two decades building AI systems that do more than just sp...
In this episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast, I’m joined by Jen Chew, Vice President of Solutions and Consulting at Bristlecone. We get into a practical, no-nonsense conversation about where supply chain sustainability and AI adoption really stand today — beyond the hype.
Jen shares how the conversation around AI in supply chains has evolved from experimentation to meaningful implementation, with companie...
On this week’s episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast, I’m joined by Rhea Rakshit, VP of Product Management at Sayari, a company helping organisations untangle the complex web of supply chain risk with data, design thinking, and a strong dose of social impact.
We talk about why traditional supply chain visibility just doesn’t cut it anymore - and how real insight starts with understanding who you’re sourcin...
We’ve all seen it - corporate sustainability targets set in boardrooms with no real plan to back them up. In this episode, I sit down with Paige Janson, CEO of the Sustainable Resource Management division at ENGIE Impact, to talk about what happens next, when the ambition meets the reality of data gaps, regulatory complexity, and internal resistance.
With nearly 20 years’ experience helping global organisations dec...
In this week’s episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast, I sit down with Simon Kim, CEO and founder of Glassdome, to unpack a critical and fast-evolving area in sustainability: product carbon footprinting (PCF).
We explore why accurate, site-specific emissions data is becoming essential for manufacturers, not just to comply with EU regulations like the Battery Passport and Digital Product Passport, but to sta...
In this week’s episode, I sat down with Andrew Hargest, founder of Supply Club, to unpack the complexities of sustainable packaging in the food service sector.
We discussed what sustainability really means in the context of packaging - beyond the buzzwords - and why cost is no longer the blocker it once was. Andrew explained how compostability only works if composting infrastructure exists, and how misconceptions ar...
In this episode, I sit down once again with Kenny McGee, CEO of Component Sense, to delve into one of the most confronting aspects of global supply chains — electronic waste, or e-waste.
Kenny recently returned from Agbogbloshie, Ghana, a site once dubbed the world’s largest e-waste dump. What he found there was far more complex than expected: a vast, informal economy built around salvaging, repairing, and repurposi...
The Sustainability Thread: Digitalising Supply Chain Sustainability
In this episode of The Sustainable Supply Chain podcast, I sit down with Klaus Brettschneider, Director of Sustainability Products at Linx-AS, to explore how digitalisation is transforming sustainability management. Klaus introduces the concept of the sustainability thread—an evolution of the digital thread—that connects sustainability data across a...
In this episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain Podcast, I sit down with Micki Vandeloo, president of Lakeview Consulting, to explore a critical but often overlooked funding opportunity: grants for manufacturers. Many manufacturing firms are unaware of the substantial funding available to support sustainability initiatives, equipment upgrades, and workforce training. Micki sheds light on how businesses can access t...
The sustainability of IT infrastructure is often overlooked, yet it plays a crucial role in reducing corporate carbon footprints. In this episode, I sit down with Shannon Payne, SVP of Supply Chain Solutions at MDSi, to explore how organisations can optimise reverse logistics, extend asset lifecycles, and reduce emissions in their IT operations.
Shannon explains why many large enterprises have well-defined procureme...
Shipping perishables isn’t just about getting products from A to B—it’s a high-stakes logistics challenge where delays mean financial loss, spoiled goods, and environmental waste. In this episode, I speak with Juan Meisel, CEO of Grip, a company transforming perishable fulfilment through AI-driven logistics.
Juan shares insights from his time at ButcherBox, where scaling operations exposed the inefficiencies of trad...
Supply chains are under increasing pressure to reduce costs, improve service levels, and meet sustainability targets—but how can organisations balance all three? In this episode, I’m joined by Sunder Balakrishnan, Head of Supply Chain Analytics at LatentView Analytics, to discuss how data and AI are transforming supply chain decision-making.
We explore:
- Why perfect data doesn’t exist—and why that’s not a barrier ...
In this episode of The Sustainable Supply Chain Podcast, I sit down with Paul Magel, President of Business Applications at Computer Generated Solutions (CGS), to explore the critical role of digital transformation in supply chain sustainability.
We discuss how AI, automation, and data-driven transparency are reshaping supply chains, improving efficiency, compliance, and resilience in an increasingly complex global m...
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