Episode 109: Will a reshoring surge unlock new manufacturing hubs with BDO USA’s Ashley Hetrick
This week we discuss how reshoring is reshaping the U.S. manufacturing landscape amid rising tariffs and supply chain disruptions. Our guest, Ashley Hetrick from BDO USA, shares insights from a recent CFO survey highlighting cost, resiliency, and technology as key drivers. We explore emerging manufacturing hubs in Texas, Nevada, and Washington, and industries leading the reshoring trend. Come join us as we discuss the future of supply chain!
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Episode 108: Transforming Tariff Challenges into Opportunities Through Better Planning with SAP’s Jay Foster and Lori Harner
Join us this week, as we discuss how geopolitical instability and tariffs are reshaping global supply chains. Lori Harner and Jay Foster from SAP share how agile, integrated business planning and collaborative supplier networks enable companies to navigate complex regulations and cost pressures. Discover how AI and scenario planning empower smarter decisions, turning tariff challenges into strategic opportunities for resilience and growth in today’s volatile environment
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Episode 107: Rightshoring and Regionalizing your Supply Chain Operations with Ascential Technologies' Todd Bauman
In this week’s episode we dive into right-shoring, reshoring and regionalizing manufacturing with Ascential’s Todd Bauman. We discuss how holistic decision-making Is essential for right shoring and regionalization, and why automation and resilience are key to addressing labor and geopolitical challenges. We also delve into why regional supply chains help hedge against disruption and the importance of supplier collaboration and communication strategies.
Come join us as we discuss the Future of Supply Chain.
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Episode 106: All Things Transportation with Westernacher's Matt Paulaitis
In this week’s episode we discuss the trends, challenges and opportunities in the area of transportation management with Westernacher’s Matt Paulaitis.
Matt discusses challenges such as organizational silos, tariff impacts, and the need for unified data, and the role of predictive analytics, machine learning, and AI integration to optimize operations and enhance real-time decision-making. Matt also explained why companies are investing Companies are investing in digital supply chain systems and collaborative portals to increase agility, resilience, and operational efficiency.
Come join us as we discuss the Future of Supply Chain.
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Episode 105: B2B Marketing and Manufacturing with Market Veep's Jennelle McGrath
In this week's episode, we're joined by Market Veep's Janelle McGrath to discuss the intertwined worlds of supply chain, marketing, and sales. We explore how aligning these departments can boost efficiency and customer satisfaction, and dive into strategies for maximizing visibility of new products and communicating sustainable practices effectively.
Come join us as we discuss the Future of Supply Chain.
The Future of Supply Chain podcast is a show hosted by Thought Leader and Evangelist Richard Howells, and supply chain experts Sin To and Nicole Smythe. Guests discuss hot topics, best practices, and the latest innovations to deliver a risk-resilient and sustainable supply chain.
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