Welcome to a new episode of Supply Chain Pioneers! Join us as we dive deep into the world of supply chain analytics with Sunder Balakrishnan, Director of Supply Chain Analytics at LatentView.

Sundar shares his journey from his roots in Mumbai, his experience across various industry verticals, and his passion for data-driven process improvements. Learn how Sundar navigated his career through roles at Infosys and PWC, his insights on the adoption of AI in supply chain management, and the exciting potential of agentic AI and digital twins.

Additionally, Sundar discusses how human-centric decision-making augments AI solutions, making supply chains more resilient and efficient. Whether you're an industry expert or just curious about AI in supply chain, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:37 Sundar's Background and Passion for Supply Chain

01:43 Early Career and Transition to Supply Chain Consulting

04:03 Process Engineering and Infosys Experience

08:08 Digital Strategy at PWC

15:12 AI and Machine Learning in Supply Chain

20:43 Current Role at LatentView

27:04 Future of AI in Supply Chain

33:40 Personal Interests and Conclusion

#supplychain #procurement #logistics #marketing #messaging #product #ai #risk #sustainability #compliance

In this episode of Supply Chain Pioneers, host Ulf Venne speaks with Constantin Limberakis, founder and president of Liberis Consulting. Constantin discusses his extensive 20+ year career in the procurement and supply chain industry, starting from his days in technology implementation and consulting with Arthur Anderson.

He shares insights into his passion for procurement, the evolution of supply chain management, and the importance of supplier management. Constantin also delves into his experiences in product marketing, the significance of understanding and effectively communicating a product's unique value, and the emerging technologies he's currently excited about, such as AI and quantum computing.

Finally, he touches on historical events that have shaped global trade, drawing parallels to the COVID-19 pandemic. Join us for an engaging conversation on the future of supply chain management, innovative technologies, and effective market positioning.

00:00 Introduction to Supply Chain Pioneers Podcast

00:39 Meet Constantin Limberakis

01:19 Constantin's Journey into Supply Chain Management

02:34 The Fascination with Procurement

05:07 The Role of Trust in Software Implementation

06:48 Career Transitions and Key Characteristics

10:23 Favorite Solutions in Supply Chain

11:57 Founding Liberis Consulting

13:41 Solving the Mousetrap Problem

14:17 The Importance of Founder's Messaging

14:29 Understanding Technology and Buzzwords

16:05 AI in Supply Chains by 2025

20:04 The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Marketing

20:57 Emerging Technologies with Growth Potential

23:41 Historical Events Impacting Global Trade

25:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

#supplychain #logistics #procurement #risk #resilience #sustainability #ai #leadership

In this episode of Supply Chain Pioneers, hosted by Ulf Venne, we welcome Corey Rhades, CEO of Everstream Analytics. Corey shares his extensive journey in supply chain management, starting from his early days at K Line America to his current role at EverStream Analytics.

The conversation traverses through Corey's experience in sales and operational logistics, his tenure at various tech companies in the supply chain space, and his insights into supply chain risk management. He also discusses the complexities and innovations in the industry, the impact of predictive analytics, and his vision for the future of supply chain risk intelligence.

This engaging dialogue is a must-watch for anyone interested in the advancements and challenges within the supply chain sector.

00:00 Introduction to Supply Chain Pioneers

00:38 Meet Corey Rhodes, CEO of EverStream

01:33 Corey's Journey in Supply Chain Management

04:19 Transition to Supply Chain Solutions

08:03 From Sales to Executive Management

13:27 Challenges and Successes at Inseo

18:15 Joining EverStream Analytics

26:58 Future of Supply Chain Risk Management

28:58 Closing Remarks and Podcast Outro

#supplychain #procurement #logistics #ai #risk #scrm #risk #change #transformation

In this episode of Supply Chain Pioneers Greg Schlegel, founder of the Supply Chain Risk Consortium and co-author of the book 'Supply Chain Risk Management and Emerging Discipline.' talks supply chain. Greg shares his extensive experience in supply chain management and risk, detailing his journey from a practitioner to an academician.

They discuss the evolution of supply chain risk management, the importance of integrating modern technologies like AI/ML, and the significance of culture in risk management. The conversation also delves into Greg's career shifts, IBM's innovative cycles, and practical steps for companies to improve their supply chain risk management within 90 days.

00:00 Introduction to Supply Chain Pioneers

00:35 Meet Greg Schlegel: A Pioneer in Supply Chain Risk Management

02:44 Greg's Early Career and Motivation

04:07 Challenges in the Chemical Industry

08:28 Transition to IBM and New Skills

09:56 IBM's Go-to-Market Strategy and Alliance Building

13:48 The Evolution of Supply Chain Management

20:01 Greg's Transition to Academia

23:19 Surprising Insights from Teaching Supply Chain Risk

25:28 Developing the Supply Chain Management Assessment Tool

26:47 Founding the Supply Chain Risk Management Consortium

28:58 Consortium Growth and Activities

31:03 Challenges and Strategies in Supply Chain Risk Management

40:28 Future of Supply Chain Risk Management

43:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

#supplychain #logistics #procurement #risk #business #continuity

Welcome to the Supply Chain Pioneers Podcast. In this episode, host Ulf discusses with Zera Zheng, the Global Head of Business Resilience Consulting at Maersk. Zera shares her journey from studying business and economics to specializing in business resilience, detailing her diverse experiences across various roles.

She sheds light on the importance of proactive risk management, the complexities of modern supply chain challenges, and the significance of breaking silos within organizations. Zera also talks about the evolving landscape of supply chain resilience and offers practical advice for businesses aiming to enhance their resilience strategies.

Don't miss her insights on the interconnectedness of geopolitical risks, the necessity for alternative solutions, and the growing trend of leveraging external expertise for better risk management.

00:00 Introduction to Supply Chain Pioneers

00:35 Meet Zera Zheng: Global Head of Business Resilience at Maersk

01:38 Zera's Career Journey: From Business and Economics to Health and Safety

05:32 The Importance of Green Logistics

08:13 Building a Resilience Framework at Damco

13:44 The Role of Resilience in Modern Supply Chains

18:34 Mergers and New Opportunities at Maersk

22:02 Advising Clients on Risk Management

22:50 The Growing Importance of Supply Chain Resilience

29:47 Monitoring Supply Chain Risks: Insights from Zera Zheng

35:59 Art and Supply Chain Resilience: A Unique Perspective

39:38 Conclusion and Farewell

#supplychain #procurement #logistics #ai #risk #sustainability #compliance

Welcome to a special holiday edition of the Supply Chain Pioneers podcast. In this episode, host Ulf Venne is joined by industry experts Dr. Nadine Kiratli-Schneider, Jon W. Hansen, and Jon Davis to reflect on the past year, share personal holiday stories, discuss the complexities and challenges in supply chain management, and offer predictions for the upcoming year. Tune in for engaging and fun discussions on the role of technology, the impact of global events, and insights into maintaining resilience in the ever-evolving world of supply chains.

Don't miss the fun anecdotes, movie analogies, and favorite Christmas songs as they celebrate the holiday season. Subscribe and stay informed on the latest in supply chain innovation!

#supplychain #logistics #trends #procurement #innovation #consulting #strategy

In this episode of Supply Chain Pioneers, host Ulf accompanies Klaus Dohrmann, Vice President at DHL and the global head of innovation and trend research, as they explore the intricate world of supply chain management and logistics innovation.

Klaus shares his journey from consulting to becoming a key strategist and innovation leader at DHL. They dive into effective strategies for making significant strategic moves, the importance of stakeholder management, and how excitement and buy-in are critical for successful implementation.

Klaus also discusses DHL's unique approach to innovation through their global network of innovation centers and the highly-regarded DHL Trend Radar. Join them as they delve into top future trends in logistics, the impact of robotics and AI, and consider some surprising sources of inspiration.

Don't miss Klaus's insights on collaborating with startups, lessons from marathon running, and why excitement about your work is key to pioneering success in the supply chain industry.

00:00 Introduction to Supply Chain Pioneers

00:35 Meet Klaus Dohrmann: The Godfather of Innovation at DHL

01:08 Klaus's Journey into Supply Chain Management

02:34 Strategic Insights and Stakeholder Management

07:39 Driving Innovation at DHL

10:22 Top Trends in Logistics and Innovation

16:45 Challenges and Successes in Innovation

19:53 Advice for Startups in the Supply Chain Sector

23:05 Klaus's Passion for Marathon Running

25:01 Conclusion and Farewell