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The Strongest Link Supply Chain Podcast Justin Wilcox & Marcus Bugni
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5.0 • 6 Ratings
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This show explores supply chain concepts through current events, knowledgable guests, and humorous stories. Supply chain is all around us, and is the science behind magical experiences like free 2-day shipping and fully stocked grocery store shelves. In this show we demystify supply chain down into the science behind the core concepts in a way that is relatable for everyone. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thestrongestlinksc/support
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S3E5: All About the Vision - Why Projects Fail
In the fifth episode of this season, Justin and Marcus continue to explore the topic of failed projects by interviewing former VP of HR at Microsoft and current leadership coach and consultant Chris Williams. Justin, Marcus, and Chris dive in to one of the less technical and ofter overlooked components of project management - vision.
For more great content from Chris, check out his website here: https://clwill.com
Hosts: Justin Wilcox, CPIM & Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Editing: Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Music: Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Research & Content: Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Guest: Chris Williams
For more information on The Strongest Link Supply Chain Podcast, please visit our site: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thestrongestlinksc
For more information on Justin & Marcus's article on Digital Transformation, please visit the site of Henry Stewart Publications: https://www.henrystewartpublications.com/jscm
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S3E4: Why Projects Fail
In this episode, Justin and Marcus take a pause from examining buzzwords and instead focus on another mystery of business - the failed project. Despite a having a great manager, a star team, or a fantastic plan, projects fail in supply chain and business every day. Justin and Marcus lean on research as well as the expert opinion of Chris Williams (through clips of the Leading Smart podcast) to examine failed projects and what might be to blame.
Content Links:
Project Management Institute: - https://www.pmi.org/learning/library/identify-factors-cause-project-failure-2442
Leading Smart Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leading-smart/id1483540442
For more information on The Strongest Link Supply Chain Podcast, please visit our site: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thestrongestlinksc
For more information on Justin & Marcus's upcoming article, please visit the site of Henry Stewart Publications: https://www.henrystewartpublications.com/jscm
Hosts: Justin Wilcox, CPIM & Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Editing: Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Music: Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Research & Content: Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Audio Clips Courtesy of: Chris Williams
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S3E3: Beyond the Buzzword: Resilience
In this episode, Justin and Marcus continue to demystify supply chain buzzwords. This episode's focus is on Resilience. Too frequently the term resilience is summarized into inventory - companies with more inventory are more resilient and companies with less inventory are less resilient. Justin and Marcus think that this is a fallacy and an oversimplification of a very important concept. The podcast welcomes a special guest expert, Dr. Richard Ham, to discuss the topic of risk & resilience and provide some practical takeaways.
For more information on The Strongest Link Supply Chain Podcast, please visit our site: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thestrongestlinksc
For more information on Justin & Marcus's upcoming article, please visit the site of Henry Stewart Publications: https://www.henrystewartpublications.com/jscm
Hosts: Justin Wilcox, CPIM & Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Editing: Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Music: Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Research & Content: Justin Wilcox, CPIM
Guest: Dr. Richard Ham
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S3E2: Beyond the Buzzword - Artificial Intelligence
In this episode, Justin and Marcus continue to demystify supply chain buzzwords. This episode's focus is on Artificial Intelligence. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is all over supply chain literature, but how many organizations are actually using in to enhance their supply chain operations? Is AI aspirational or is there real value to harness now? Is AI too dangerous to use in our supply chains now? Justin and Marcus attempt to sort these question out by interviewing some remarkably knowledgable guests - OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Bard.
For more information on The Strongest Link Supply Chain Podcast, please visit our site: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thestrongestlinksc
For more information on Justin & Marcus's upcoming article, please visit the site of Henry Stewart Publications: https://www.henrystewartpublications.com/jscm
To stay up to date on all of Justin & Marcus's supply chain content, follow The Strongest Link Supply Chain Podcast on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-strongest-link-supply-chain-podcast/
AI Body Spray Article: https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/healthcare-beauty-and-baby/lynx-uses-power-of-ai-to-devise-new-scent/670602.article
McKinsey on AI: https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/mckinsey-explainers/what-is-generative-ai
NPR Soundbite (courtesy of NPR): https://www.npr.org/2023/05/28/1178673070/the-godfather-of-ai-sounds-alarm-about-potential-dangers-of-ai
Hosts: Justin Wilcox, CPIM & Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Editing: Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Music: Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Research & Content: Justin Wilcox, CPIM
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S3E1: Beyond the Buzzword - Digital Transformation
In this kickoff episode to Season 3, Justin and Marcus introduce supply chain buzzwords and how they can become so trendy that they lose their meaning. This episode's buzzword is Digital Transformation. In popular supply chain content and literature, the term Digital Transformation has morphed into a desire to buy the newest, flashiest software available - but Justin and Marcus believe Digital Transformation to be much more process and people focused. This episode also sees Justin and Marcus revisit additive manufacturing from Season 1 through the lens of at-home 3D printers.
For more information on The Strongest Link Supply Chain Podcast, please visit our site: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thestrongestlinksc
For more information on Justin & Marcus's upcoming article, please visit the site of Henry Stewart Publications: https://www.henrystewartpublications.com/jscm
To stay up to date on all of Justin & Marcus's supply chain content, follow The Strongest Link Supply Chain Podcast on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-strongest-link-supply-chain-podcast/
Hosts: Justin Wilcox, CPIM & Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Editing: Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Music: Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Research & Content: Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Guest (from Season 1 flashback): Sean Momsen
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S2E2 - Inflation Nation and the Single Potato
In this episode, Marcus and Justin dive into inflation. Whether it's high gas prices or a little less in your grocery cart, inflation has certainly impacted us all. This episode dissects what inflation is, why it happens, how supply chains play a role, and how to do your best to navigate your supply chain through the noise. This episode also marks the return of the supply chain bedtime story - one single potato.
Sources of information for this episode:
Inflation & Crime: https://www.ojp.gov/ncjrs/virtual-library/abstracts/inflation-and-incidence-crime-united-states
Inflation & Monetary Policy: https://www.npr.org/2022/06/02/1102575215/supply-chain-issues-and-strong-demand-are-fueling-inflationary-pressures
Causes of Inflation: https://www.imf.org/external/pubs/ft/fandd/basics/30-inflation.htm
Gas Price Trends: https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/interactive/2022/why-gas-prices-so-high/
Petroleum Exports: https://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/oil-and-petroleum-products/imports-and-exports.php
Oil Company Green Investments: https://www.npr.org/2021/06/08/1002448099/big-oils-transition-3-takeaways-on-how-the-industry-is-and-isnt-going-green
Refinery Shortages: https://www.npr.org/2022/06/26/1107265390/refinery-shortage-high-gas-prices-russia
Supply Chain Inflation Takeaways: https://www.accenture.com/us-en/blogs/business-functions-blog/inflation-supply-chain-disruption
For more information on our podcast, please visit our site: https://anchor.fm/thestrongestlinksc
Hosts: Justin Wilcox, CPIM & Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Editing: Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Music: Marcus Bugni, CPIM
Research & Content: Justin Wilcox, CPIM
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thestrongestlinksc/support
Customer Reviews
Excellent, excellent, excellent.
Unique topics, well spoken, and insightful conversation. What more could a young professional want? Can’t wait for more episodes!
Interesting topics
These guys have put together an interesting show with great topics. Excellent start! I’ll be keeping my ears on you.