The Future of Supply Chain

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The Future of Supply Chain podcast is a show hosted by Richard Howells, Sin To, and Oyku Ilgar. The trio discusses hot topics, best practices, and the latest innovations to deliver a risk-resilient and sustainable supply chain. The show features interviews with experts from the world of supply chain, sustainability, AI and automation, who will address the issues of today and tomorrow. This is an ideal podcast for supply chain, R&D, manufacturing, logistics, and operations executives to learn and share ideas and best practices with their peers.

  1. 1d ago

    Episode 168: Making AI Work in Demand Sensing: The Six Dogmas for Trustworthy Forecasting with Implement's Mike Weisbjerg

    This week, Mike Weisberg of Implement explains how AI is improving sales forecasting through trust, purpose, and accuracy, while reshaping the planner’s role, reducing inventory bias, and separating prediction from human judgment. Download the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠episode transcript⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ =====   In this episode, Mike Weisberg shares practical guidance on using AI in sales forecasting, including the right data foundation, six implementation dogmas, and explainable models. He also outlines how planners evolve into business partners and why judgment still matters most.   =====   Guest: Mike Weisbjerg, Partner, Implement Consulting Group Mike is a Partner at Implement Consulting Group, where he has spent the last decade working at the intersection of supply chain planning and technology. He specialises in demand planning and AI-driven forecasting and decision making. With a focus on implementing demand planning solutions, Mike helps organisations move AI from proof of concept to production - with forecasts that planners actually trust. Host 1: Richard Howells ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Richard Howells⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ has been working in the Supply Chain Management and Manufacturing space for over 30 years. He is responsible for driving the thought leadership and awareness of SAP’s ERP, Finance, and Supply Chain solutions and is an active writer, podcaster, and thought leader on the topics of supply chain, Industry 4.0, digitization, and sustainability. Host 2: Oyku Ilgar, SAP   Oyku Ilgar is a marketer and thought leader specializing in SAP’s digital supply chain and ERP solutions since 2017. As a marketer, blogger, and podcaster, she creates engaging content that highlights innovative SAP technologies and explores key topics including business trends, AI, Industry 4.0, and sustainability.     She holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Finance & Accounting and English Translation, along with a master’s degree in Business Administration and Foreign Trade, specializing in marketing. With her background in digital transformation, Oyku communicates technology trends and industry insights to help professionals navigate the evolving business landscape.   =====   Show Links: Implement Consulting Group. Link Article: Beyond accuracy: Six dogmas for turning AI forecasting into real business value Supply Chain Management:   ⁠⁠SAP Supply Chain Management⁠⁠  ⁠⁠SAP Insights: Supply Chain⁠⁠        Follow Us on Social Media :  Richard Howells: ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠,  Oyku Ilgar: ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠       SAP Digital Supply Chain: ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠      Please give us a like, share, and subscribe to stay up-to-date on future episodes!    =====   Chapters: 00:00:00: Intro 00:01:06: Guest’s Introductions 00:02:05: Why traditional forecasting struggles in volatile markets 00:03:25: The three fundamentals: trust, purpose, accuracy 00:07:03: Which data matters most for AI forecasting 00:10:12: Why bad data should not delay AI adoption 00:13:26: The six dogmas for AI forecasting implementation 00:14:38: The evolving role of the demand planner 00:16:54: Measuring success beyond forecast accuracy 00:18:35: How can Implement help companies in this latest AI-infused planning era? 00:19:36: What is the Future of Supply Chain? 00:20:17: Outro

    21 min

  2. 3d ago

    Episode 167: Leadership Under Pressure: Preventing supply chain failures through grip and accountability with Leroy Roberts

    In this episode, we speak with Leroy Roberts about preventing supply chain failures through accountability, leadership under pressure, and the role of AI, clarity, and collaboration in resilient decision-making. Download the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠episode transcript⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ =====   This week, we talked with Leroy Roberts about leadership under pressure, supply chain disruption, and preventing failure through clear accountability. We discussed psychological safety, the balance between firm control and burnout, the value of AI in risk management, and why future supply chains depend on collaboration, partnership, and better decision-making.   =====   Guest 1: : Leroy Roberts, British Army veteran, Non-Executive Director, and Executive Adviser,  Team-Worth Solutions Leroy Roberts is a British Army veteran, Non-Executive Director, and Executive Adviser specialising in culture and conduct risk in high-pressure, regulated environments. He works with executive risk owners, including CEOs, CROs, COOs, CPOs, and CHROs, to strengthen decision-making, accountability, and truth-telling under pressure. Leroy helps organisations reduce culture and conduct risk signals within 90 days through practical, diagnostic-led interventions that restore operational grip and produce measurable, auditable improvement. Drawing on leadership experience from the British Army and the Jamaica Constabulary Force, alongside board-level governance experience, he brings a grounded perspective on how leadership behaviour under pressure either amplifies or contains organisational risk. He is the author of The Risk Owner’s Reset and a contributing author to the international best-selling series Stand on the Shoulders of Giants. Host 1: Richard Howells, SAP    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Richard Howells⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ has been working in the Supply Chain Management and Manufacturing space for over 30 years. He is responsible for driving the thought leadership and awareness of SAP’s ERP, Finance, and Supply Chain solutions and is an active writer, podcaster, and thought leader on the topics of supply chain, Industry 4.0, digitization, and sustainability. =====   Show Links: Link to the book: amazon.com/dp/B0GMS2G361   The Culture and conduct scorecard: https://pro.speakerhub.com/speaker-feedback/?qr=e9a16245-4ab1-4c63-81e7-ce225d9e5372 Supply Chain Management:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SAP Supply Chain Management⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SAP Insights: Supply Chain⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠        Follow Us on Social Media :  Richard Howells: ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠,  SAP Digital Supply Chain: ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠      Please give us a like, share, and subscribe to stay up-to-date on future episodes!    =====   Chapters: 00:00:00: Intro 00:01:00: Guest’s Introductions 00:01:59: Staying in control during disruption without micromanaging 00:04:07: Accountability gaps and early warning signs 00:07:40: Building a safe environment for constructive challenge 00:11:08: Using AI for risk management with human judgment 00:13:26: Accountability without burnout in volatile conditions 00:19:20: Leadership under pressure during COVID logistics 00:22:56: ''The Risk Owners Reset'' book 00:25:55: What is the Future of Supply Chain? 00:27:12: Outro

    28 min

  3. Jun 17

    Episode 166: Practical GenAI Use Cases in Supply Chain Planning and Execution with PwC's Moritz Kramer

    In this episode, PwC’s Moritz Kramer shares practical GenAI use cases in supply chain planning, from decision support and scenario analysis to data harmonization, productivity gains, and guided decision-making with humans still in control. Download the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠episode transcript⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ =====   This week, Moritz Kramer of PwC explains how GenAI is moving supply chain planning from static analysis to real-time, decision-centric support. He covers data readiness, black-box transparency, productivity uplift, and why AI will augment planners rather than replace them.   =====   Guest 1: Moritz Kramer, Director Integrated Business & Financial Planning, PwC GmbH WPG Moritz is a Director with over 10 years of experience shaping and delivering business‑led supply chain transformations for international organizations. He works across the full transformation journey—from defining strategic direction to translating vision into execution—covering SCM strategy, operating model innovation, organizational and process design, and the implementation of advanced planning solutions, like SAP. His work is driven by the ambition to build resilient, intelligent, and future‑ready supply chains, leveraging digital and AI technologies where they create clear business impact, while keeping a strong focus on value, scalability, and sustainable change. Host 1: Richard Howells, SAP    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Richard Howells⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ has been working in the Supply Chain Management and Manufacturing space for over 30 years. He is responsible for driving the thought leadership and awareness of SAP’s ERP, Finance, and Supply Chain solutions and is an active writer, podcaster, and thought leader on the topics of supply chain, Industry 4.0, digitization, and sustainability. =====   Show Links: PwC Supply Chain Management:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠SAP Supply Chain Management⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠SAP Insights: Supply Chain⁠⁠⁠⁠        Follow Us on Social Media :  Richard Howells: ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠,  SAP Digital Supply Chain: ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠      Please give us a like, share, and subscribe to stay up-to-date on future episodes!    =====   Chapters: 00:00:00: Intro 00:01:30: Guest’s Introductions 00:03:04: Real value of GenAI in supply chain planning 00:04:24: Scenario exploration and natural-language responsiveness 00:05:12: Productivity uplift and automation of manual work 00:05:53: Bridging business and IT with GenAI 00:07:45: GenAI as the “black box” explainer 00:09:42: Data readiness for GenAI rollout 00:11:24: AI for data harmonization 00:13:36: AI replacing or augmenting people 00:20:20: Biggest implementation obstacles 00:23:46: Future trends for AI and GenAI 00:27:09: What is the Future of Supply Chain? 00:28:31: Outro

    29 min

  4. Jun 15

    Episode 165: Why A Business Network Is The Invisible Backbone of Supply Chains With BrainBox’s Adi Sharoff

    In this episode, we speak with Adi Sharoff of BrainBox Consulting Digital about why business networks are the invisible backbone of supply chains. We discuss B2B friction, supplier onboarding, touchless automation, AI, and how procurement teams can move from manual execution to forward-looking value creation. Guest: Adi Sharoff, Managing Partner, Brainbox Consulting Adi Sharoff is a seasoned business leader, entrepreneur, and investor with over two decades of experience in digital transformation, procurement, and enterprise technology. As Managing Partner of Brainbox Consulting, he leads global initiatives across SAP Ariba, SAP Business Network, Concur, and BTP-driven automation programs. With a strong track record of delivering large-scale transformation projects across APAC, Europe, and North America, Adi is passionate about helping organizations modernize procurement, enhance operational efficiency, and drive sustainable business growth. He is also actively involved in strategic advisory, practice development, and building high-performing global teams. Host: Richard Howells, SAP   Richard Howells has been working in the Supply Chain Management and Manufacturing space for over 30 years. He is responsible for driving the thought leadership and awareness of SAP’s ERP, Finance, and Supply Chain solutions and is an active writer, podcaster, and thought leader on the topics of supply chain, Industry 4.0, digitization, and sustainability.  =====   Show Links: Brainbox Consulting Supply Chain Management:   SAP Supply Chain Management SAP Insights: Supply Chain          Follow Us on Social Media    Adi Sharoff - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adi-sharoff-a14870187/ Richard Howells - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardjhowells/ SAP Digital Supply Chain - LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/sapscm/ Please give us a like, share, and subscribe to stay up-to-date on future episodes!

    30 min

  5. Jun 10

    Episode 164: AI, Innovation, and Humanitarian Logistics: Inside the World Food Programme’s Supply Chain with Bernhard Kowatsch

    In this episode we sit down with Bernhard Kowatsch, Director of Global Accelerator and Ventures at the UN World Food Programme (WFP), to talk about humanitarian logistics and how digital tools and AI are transforming decision-making. Download the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠episode transcript⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ =====   In this episode we sit down with Bernhard Kowatsch, Director of Global Accelerator and Ventures at the UN World Food Programme (WFP), to talk about humanitarian logistics and how digital tools and AI are transforming decision-making. Bernhard explains that acute hunger has risen from 85 million pre-COVID to over 318 million due to conflicts, extreme weather, and economic shocks, increasing supply chain complexity across 120 countries using thousands of trucks, ships, and aircraft. The WFP uses AI for real-time and forecasted food security, and its Scout optimization tool to balance cost and speed across procurement, warehousing, and routing, saving $6M in 18 months and targeting $25M annually. He describes responsible AI, human oversight, prioritization by vulnerability, last-mile constraints, and WFP’s Munich Innovation Accelerator model and partnership needs.   =====   Guest: Bernhard Kowatsch  Bernhard Kowatsch is the Director Global Accelerator and Ventures at the United Nations (UN) World Food Programme (WFP). Since he created the Global Accelerator in 2015, it has become one of the Worlds biggest impact startup accelerators, offering 18 annual programmes. Prior to starting the Accelerator, Bernhard co-founded the award-winning ShareTheMeal app that crowdsources funding for WFP and has delivered over 300 million meals for hungry children worldwide. His previous experience includes creating WFP’s Business Innovation Unit and working as a Project Leader at the Boston Consulting Group (BCG). Host: Richard Howells ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Richard Howells⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ has been working in the Supply Chain Management and Manufacturing space for over 30 years. He is responsible for driving the thought leadership and awareness of SAP’s ERP, Finance, and Supply Chain solutions and is an active writer, podcaster, and thought leader on the topics of supply chain, Industry 4.0, digitization, and sustainability. Host 2: Sin To Sin brings over 15 years of experience in the digital media and technology industry – primarily in marketing, business development, thought leadership, and editorial. At SAP, they ensure that SAP's supply chain solutions are properly visible with a focus on future trends and sustainable innovations as part of the Thought Leadership & Awareness Supply Chain Team. =====   Show Links: SAP Digital Supply Chain: ⁠www.sap.com/scm⁠   World Food Programme Innovation Accelerator:  https://innovation.wfp.org/World Food Programme Innovation Accelerator 2025 Year in Review: https://innovation.wfp.org/year-review-2025World Food Programme Hunger Map: https://hungermap.wfp.org/food?w=ipc-phase-3 Follow Us on Social Media :  Bernhard Kowatsch LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernhardkowatsch/   Richard Howells: LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/richardjhowells⁠   Sin To:  LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/sin-to-5334208⁠   SAP Digital Supply Chain: LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/showcase/sapdsc/⁠   Please give us a like, share, and subscribe to stay up-to-date on future episodes!    =====   Chapters:   00:00:00 Introduction to Future Supply Chains and AI Vision for WFP 00:38 Humanitarian Logistics Intro 01:42 Meet Bernhard Kowatsch 02:35 Crisis Drivers and Hunger Surge 04:46 Scale and Speed in Emergencies 06:16 Planning Under Uncertainty 09:18 Digital Supply Chain and Responsible AI 12:01 Making AI Work Scout Savings 14:34 Prioritization Access and Last Mile Tech 18:43 Innovation Accelerator in Munich 22:30 Partnering with WFP 24:17 Future Supply Chain Wrap Up

    27 min

  6. Jun 8

    Episode 163: Supply Chain Logistics with Westernacher's Rafael Avila

    Today, we speak with Rafael Avila, who discusses how AI-powered logistics improves visibility, reduces emissions, and helps companies balance cost, service, and sustainability in transportation planning. Download the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠episode transcript⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ =====   In this episode, Rafael Avila of Westernacher joins us to discuss the future of logistics. He explains how AI can make emissions visible earlier, improve mode and carrier decisions, reduce waste, and support better service. The conversation also explores workforce shifts and the importance of end-to-end supply chain visibility.   =====   Guest: Rafael Avila, Supply Chain and Logistics leader, Westernacher Consulting Rafael Avila is a Supply Chain and Logistics leader specializing in SAP Transportation Management and end-to-end supply chain transformation at Westernacher Consulting. With over a decade of experience, he has worked across global organizations to design and deliver solutions that improve transportation planning, execution, and visibility across complex networks.   A former IBM consulting leader, Rafael spent years supporting large-scale S/4HANA programs and shaping supply chain strategies across industries including consumer products, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and mining. His work has focused on helping organizations connect transportation with warehousing, trade, and order management to unlock more integrated and resilient supply chains.   Today, Rafael continues to work closely with clients on modern logistics challenges, with a strong focus on simplifying complex topics, driving practical outcomes, and exploring how technologies like AI are reshaping transportation and supply chain decision-making. Host 1: Richard Howells ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Richard Howells⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ has been working in the Supply Chain Management and Manufacturing space for over 30 years. He is responsible for driving the thought leadership and awareness of SAP’s ERP, Finance, and Supply Chain solutions and is an active writer, podcaster, and thought leader on the topics of supply chain, Industry 4.0, digitization, and sustainability. Host 2: Oyku Ilgar, SAP   Oyku Ilgar is a marketer and thought leader specializing in SAP’s digital supply chain and ERP solutions since 2017. As a marketer, blogger, and podcaster, she creates engaging content that highlights innovative SAP technologies and explores key topics including business trends, AI, Industry 4.0, and sustainability.     She holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Finance & Accounting and English Translation, along with a master’s degree in Business Administration and Foreign Trade, specializing in marketing. With her background in digital transformation, Oyku communicates technology trends and industry insights to help professionals navigate the evolving business landscape.   =====   Show Links: Westernacher Article: Smarter Transportation Management cuts your carbon footprint Supply Chain Management:   ⁠SAP Supply Chain Management⁠  ⁠SAP Insights: Supply Chain⁠        Follow Us on Social Media :  Richard Howells: ⁠LinkedIn⁠,  Oyku Ilgar: ⁠LinkedIn⁠       SAP Digital Supply Chain: ⁠LinkedIn⁠      Please give us a like, share, and subscribe to stay up-to-date on future episodes!    =====   Chapters: 00:00:00: Intro 00:01:22: Guest’s Introductions 00:04:48: Making transportation emissions visible with AI 00:07:39: Why reporting alone does not reduce emissions 00:09:50: Mode selection and carrier choice matter 00:12:33: AI can cut cost, emissions, and service waste together 00:14:27: Biggest sustainability wins in transportation planning 00:18:28: How AI changes the logistics workforce 00:22:33: Common pitfalls in digitizing supply chain 00:25:14: What is the Future of Supply Chain? 00:26:28: Outro

    27 min

  7. Jun 3

    Episode 162: Circumventing Geopolitics: How Network Intelligence and AI Can Answer Uncertainty with SAP's Ralf Hierzegger

    This week, we talk with SAP's Ralf Hierzegger about how network intelligence and AI can assist logistics teams in managing disruptions, enhancing collaboration, and building a more resilient supply chain. Download the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠episode transcript⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ =====   In this episode, we speak with SAP’s Ralf Hierzegger about how constant disruption, digital dependencies, and climate and regulatory shifts are reshaping logistics. They explore why supply chains must move beyond company borders, how AI can support real-time decisions, and why trusted network collaboration is essential for better execution, efficiency, and resilience.   =====   Guest 1: Ralf Hierzegger, Chief Product Owner of SAP BN4L, SAP Ralf has built his career at the intersection of logistics, consulting, and digital innovation. After starting out as a forwarding agent from 1990 to 1992, he studied economics from 1993 to 1996 before joining SAP in 1996 as a consultant. In 2013, he stepped into the role of Solution Architect at SAP SE Custom Development, focusing on Foreign Trade and Transportation Logistics. Since 2023, he has served as Chief Product Owner of SAP BN4L, helping shape the future of business networks in logistics. He is married and the father of two grown-up children. Host 1: Richard Howells, SAP    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Richard Howells⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ has been working in the Supply Chain Management and Manufacturing space for over 30 years. He is responsible for driving the thought leadership and awareness of SAP’s ERP, Finance, and Supply Chain solutions and is an active writer, podcaster, and thought leader on the topics of supply chain, Industry 4.0, digitization, and sustainability. =====   Show Links: Read: Circumventing Geopolitics: How Network Intelligence and AI Can Answer Uncertainty blog   SAP Business AI Platform   Supply chain logistics   SAP Logistics Assistant Supply Chain Management:   ⁠⁠⁠SAP Supply Chain Management⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠SAP Insights: Supply Chain⁠⁠⁠        Follow Us on Social Media :  Richard Howells: ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠,  SAP Digital Supply Chain: ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠      Please give us a like, share, and subscribe to stay up-to-date on future episodes!    =====   Chapters: 00:00:00: Intro 00:01:22: Guest’s Introductions 00:02:23: Why logistics disruption is harder now 00:06:26: Structural challenges in supply chain and logistics 00:08:02: Using AI to respond to delays and blockages 00:10:51: Why AI alone cannot solve logistics 00:12:36: The value of AI for a business network 00:14:24: How data sharing improves network performance 00:16:27: First steps for adopting network intelligence and AI 00:19:06: What is the Future of Supply Chain? 00:20:31: Outro

    21 min

  8. May 27

    Episode 161: How AI is the Next Paradigm Shift with Arkestro's CEO Rob DeSantis

    Arkestro’s CEO, Rob DeSantis, joins us this week for an insightful conversation about why AI is the next major paradigm shift in the supply chain and how it can unlock faster value, better decisions, and happier teams. Download the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠episode transcript⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ =====   Join us as we explore AI as the next paradigm shift in supply chain. This week, Arkestro CEO Rob DeSantis shares lessons from the internet and cloud, the importance of trust and data quality, how AI is reshaping human work, and why fast time to value matters.   =====   Guest 1: Rob DeSantis, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, Arkestro Rob DeSantis is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder at Arkestro. As a former co-founder of Ariba running sales, Rob has deep expertise in the procurement space, having helped propel Ariba from zero to $250 million in revenue in four years and IPO of the year in 1999 before its acquisition by SAP a decade later. In addition to co-founding Ariba, Rob was also an early angel investor and board member of LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional online network.More recently, Rob served as an investor and advisor to a small portfolio of companies, including Bloom Energy, HiQ Labs, Agiloft, USEND and more. He is also a co-founder of TrueParity. Rob started his career as a mechanical engineer in the aerospace industry and holds a BSME from the University of Rhode Island. Host 1: Richard Howells, SAP    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Richard Howells⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ has been working in the Supply Chain Management and Manufacturing space for over 30 years. He is responsible for driving the thought leadership and awareness of SAP’s ERP, Finance, and Supply Chain solutions and is an active writer, podcaster, and thought leader on the topics of supply chain, Industry 4.0, digitization, and sustainability. =====   Show Links: Arkestro: https://arkestro.com Supply Chain Management:   ⁠⁠SAP Supply Chain Management⁠⁠  ⁠⁠SAP Insights: Supply Chain⁠⁠        Follow Us on Social Media :  Richard Howells: ⁠LinkedIn⁠,  SAP Digital Supply Chain: ⁠LinkedIn⁠      Please give us a like, share, and subscribe to stay up-to-date on future episodes!    =====   Chapters: 00:00:00: Intro 00:01:00: Guest Introductions 00:02:51: The biggest paradigm shifts 00:04:53: Lessons from the internet and cloud for AI adoption 00:07:23: Overcoming laggards and proving value in production 00:08:55: Trusting AI in black-box supply chain planning 00:11:54: How AI changes human roles and skills 00:15:20: The main business benefits of AI 00:19:02: KPIs for measuring AI success 00:20:44: How Arkestro supports the paradigm shift 00:22:38: What is the Future of Supply Chain? 00:23:19: Outro

    24 min
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The Future of Supply Chain podcast is a show hosted by Richard Howells, Sin To, and Oyku Ilgar. The trio discusses hot topics, best practices, and the latest innovations to deliver a risk-resilient and sustainable supply chain. The show features interviews with experts from the world of supply chain, sustainability, AI and automation, who will address the issues of today and tomorrow. This is an ideal podcast for supply chain, R&D, manufacturing, logistics, and operations executives to learn and share ideas and best practices with their peers.

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