The Future of Supply Chain: a Dynamo Ventures Podcast

The Future of Supply Chain: a Dynamo Podcast
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The Future of Supply Chain: a Dynamo Ventures Podcast

On each episode of the Future of Supply Chain, we sit down with a different entrepreneur, investor, or industry veteran to discuss their story, views on the industry, and how we can collectively build the future of supply chain together.

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    #189: The Greatest Comeback in LTL with Chris Jamroz of Roadrunner Freight

    During this episode, Santosh is joined by Chris Jamroz, CEO of Roadrunner Freight. In this conversation, Santosh and Chris explore the transformative impact of technology and innovative business models in the less-than-truckload (LTL) freight sector. Chris shares his journey from investment banking to logistics, detailing Roadrunner's significant turnaround. The discussion covers the complexities of the LTL market, the importance of disciplined pricing, and the role of technology in modernizing the industry. Chris emphasizes the need for automation and digitization to enhance efficiency and reduce manual tasks, highlighting the sector's potential for growth and improvement. Don’t miss this great conversation.

    30 min

  2. OCT 2

    Re-Air: Exploring the Intersection of AI and Supply Chain with Elliott Wolf of Lineage Logistics

    From time to time, we’ll re-air a previous episode of the show that our newer audience may have missed. In this episode of the Future of Supply Chain Podcast, Santosh is joined by Elliott Wolf, Vice President & Chief Data Scientist at Lineage Logistics. In this conversation, Santosh and Elliott discuss the intersection of AI and supply chain management, the talent stack needed for AI in supply chain organizations, the importance of continuous learning and varied backgrounds, Effective communication, collaboration, and a cultural shift towards understanding the business and operational aspects of supply chain, applications of AI in power grid management, and more.

    31 min

  3. SEP 25

    #188: From Shortage to Success: Revolutionizing Manufacturing with AI, Featuring Christ Kuntz of Augmentir

    During this episode, Santosh is joined by Chris Kuntz, Vice President of Strategic Operations at Augmentir. Chris introduces Augmentir's AI-powered connected worker platform, which helps companies onboard workers faster, digitize workflows, and improve safety, quality, and productivity. The conversation also explores the importance of augmenting human workers with technology, the need to rethink hiring and training strategies, and the role of AI in enhancing manufacturing operations. Chris and Santosh also discuss the critical intersection of technology and workforce development in addressing industry challenges. Don’t miss this episode!

    26 min

  4. SEP 18

    #187: Turning Supply Chain Technology Hurdles Into Opportunities with Carla DeSantis of PwC

    During this episode, Santosh is joined by Carla DeSantis, Operations Transformation Partner at PwC. Carla shares insights on the future of supply chain management, emphasizing the role of technology and business model innovation. Key topics include the challenges of technology investments, AI integration, workforce upskilling, and climate considerations. Carla also highlights findings from PwC's digital trends survey, noting issues like the lack of expected returns on tech investments and the importance of clear objectives. The episode underscores the need for agile methodologies, robust data security, collaborative approaches in supply chain operations, and more.

    37 min

  5. SEP 11

    #186: How Can Supply Chain Risk Intelligence Transform Your Business? Featuring Lisa Smith of Prewave

    During this episode, Santosh is joined by Lisa Smith, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Prewave, a platform using predictive risk intelligence to cover the critical elements of enterprises. Sanotsh and Lisa explore supply chain risk intelligence and how Prewave helps enterprises manage risks using AI. Lisa shares her journey from earning a PhD in computer science to co-founding Prewave. Key topics include the importance of transparency, compliance, and sustainability in supply chains, the role of technology in automating risk analysis, the evolving regulatory landscape, how companies can implement effective risk management frameworks, and more.

    29 min

  6. AUG 28

    #185: AI, Automation, and Coca-Cola Bottling with Robert Gaffney

    During this episode, guest host Madelyn O'Farrell is joined by Robert Gaffney, Corporate Sr. Director, Supply Chain Planning and Optimization, Coca-Cola Bottling United. During the episode, Madelyn and Robert discuss the company's operations, emphasizing the role of technology and innovation in the supply chain. Key topics include the use of AI and automation to streamline processes, the daily workflow of Coca-Cola Bottling, and the potential for AI to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. The episode also highlights the importance of employee engagement and collaboration in adopting new technologies to improve the supply chain and so much more.

    16 min

  7. AUG 7

    #184: Trucking Revolution: Navigating the Road Ahead with AI and Innovation with TJ England of C.R. England

    During this episode, guest host Madelyn O'Farrell is joined by TJ England, Chief Legal Officer at C.R. England, a pioneer in the transportation services industry providing asset-based Dedicated, Truckload, and Intermodal solutions to solve a wide variety of customer needs. During the conversation, TJ and Madelyn explore the intersection of technology and business model innovation in the trucking industry. TJ provides a historical overview of C.R. England, a family-owned trucking company founded in 1920, and shares his personal journey into the legal side of the industry. They discuss the challenges of operating in a low-margin sector, the deployment of AI to enhance operations, the importance of effective communication among carriers, shippers, and stakeholders in the supply chain, and so much more.

    49 min

  8. JUL 24

    #183: What's the Buzz? AI's Role in Shaping the Future of Supply Chain with Bola Adegbulu of AI Fund

    During this episode, guest host Madelyn O'Farrell is joined by Bola Adegbal Principal Builder at AI Fund, a venture studio that works with entrepreneurs to build companies rapidly and increase the odds of success. Bola explains AI Fund's process of partnering with experts to create AI companies, detailing their validation, recruitment, and investment strategies. He provides an overview of AI, discussing predictive analytics, natural language processing, and computer vision, and highlights advancements in models like GPT-3 and GPT-4. Bola advises startups on differentiation through niche focus, regulatory certifications, and customer service. He also addresses AI's potential to replace consultants, the importance of data privacy, governance, and security, insights into emerging AI trends and benchmarks, and more.

    29 min
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On each episode of the Future of Supply Chain, we sit down with a different entrepreneur, investor, or industry veteran to discuss their story, views on the industry, and how we can collectively build the future of supply chain together.

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