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Supply Chain Moneyball: Finding the Hidden Value in Your Data Apr 07, 2017

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Global trade is an unfair game, leaving businesses to navigate a complex set of relationships with suppliers, shippers, financiers and, of course, the competition. In this episode we explore how data levels the playing field.

Michael Kobori on the Secret to Sustainable Supply Chains Mar 31, 2017

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One of the most innovative voices in sustainability, Michael Kobori discusses how Levi's built a program to reduce waste and promote environmental health and safety throughout the supply chain. He and Greg Kefer also take a look at what's next for corporate sustainability programs, and explore three issues the supply chain can help solve in the future.

100 Reasons Why Supply Chain Matters Mar 17, 2017

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Milestones. Depending on one's perspective they're either significant life events or rocks next to roads that help measure distance. We like to think of milestones as just another step in the journey ahead.

Through its first 99 episodes, Supply Chain Radio has covered everything from news and technology to horror stories and tales from businesses around the world. While no two podcasts have been the same, each has focused on some aspect of the many disciplines, processes and techniques we call the supply chain. For episode 100, we take a look at why supply chain matters.

Defining Supply Chain Visibility for the Modern Enterprise Mar 03, 2017

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Supply Chain visibility is a building block for digital transformation. But it also means different things to different stakeholders. In this episode, Guy Courtin and Kurt Salmon's Akshay Madane discuss the true meaning of supply chain visibility, and how aligning business goals with technology can drive meaningful ROI.

The Evolving Role of WMS in Today's Retail Landscape Feb 24, 2017

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As retailers have adapted to the pressures of omnichannel, many have tried to meet today's challenges with yesterday's tools. But along the way, many have found these new business models put increased pressure on the supply chain. In this episode, Guy Courtin and Infor's Jerry Beaston discuss the biggest trends in warehouse management and how technology is paving the way for always-on commerce. Click here to read more on how supply chain management and WMS can work together.

RILA 2017: Retail Supply Chain in the Digital Age Feb 17, 2017

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One topic rose above all else at this year's RILA Retail Supply Chain Conference: the customer. In this episode, Matt Gunn and Guy Courtin recap how supply chain is evolving to keep the customers happy and retailers in business.

Total Recall: Why Some Consumer Brands Can Overcome Product Recalls While Others Fail Jan 27, 2017

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Samsung, Takata, Volkswagen, Chipotle. Although no two product failures are alike, the consequences can be devastating to a company's reputation as well as its bottom line. In this episode, Suhas Sreedhar and Matt Gunn look back at recent product recalls and how various supply chains react.

NRF 2017 Recap: The Future Of Retail Jan 20, 2017

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The NRF show in New York attracted 35,000 attendees this year. Guy Courtin and Bryan Nella breakdown the major themes for the coming year. First and foremost on the list: reinventing retail to deliver new services and value to the consumer - particularly in-store.

Chemical Logistics: Evolving From Cost Center To Business Growth Catalyst Jan 13, 2017

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The chemical industry has traditionally approached logistics and supply chain strategy with a goal of cost cutting. But as the industry evolves and chemicals executes seek out avenues to business growth, the supply chain poses a significant opportunity. This podcast reviews the latest chemical industry logistics report findings and looks at the future of supply chain strategy for the industry. Read the full LogiChem report here: http://www.gtnexus.com/resources/papers-and-reports/excellence-in-chemical-logistics-logichem-benchmark-report.

2017: The Latest In Supply Chain Fashion Jan 06, 2017

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The fashion and apparel industry has always been a leader in managing global supply chains. But this year, a mix of technologies and societal changes are shaking things up. Matt Gunn and Suhas Sreedhar discuss the five most important (and realistic) developments to monitor in 2017.

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