New SRM Focus podcast episode: The Paradox of Supplier Knowledge Sharing: Benefits, Risks, and the Dark Side of Close Relationships Host Zuzanna Briant CCMAP sits down with Dr. Jie Chen, Associate Professor in Operations and Supply Chain Management at Leeds University Business School to unpack the paradox of supplier knowledge sharing: the benefits, the hidden risks, and how SRM professionals can strike the right balance. 🎧 Listen for insights on what drives supplier knowledge, the warning signs of over-embedded ties, and practical tips to keep partnerships healthy and productive. 👉 Tune in on your favourite platform: https://lnkd.in/eZrQ_AWb #SRM #Procurement #SupplierRelationships #SRMfocus

Ever wonder why supply chain disruptions catch us off guard? J. Chris White, DBA from scmBLOX breaks down why systems thinking isn't enough - you need systems dynamics to truly understand and solve complex supply chain problems. Key insights: ✅ Why COVID revealed our supply chain blind spots ✅ How to model supply chains without perfect data ✅ The shift from optimization to resilience ✅ Why efficiency and resilience can't coexist Stream now on the People Solve Problems podcast! https://lnkd.in/e432qrF4 #leadershipdevelopment #strategicthinking  #ProblemSolving #Leanleadership 

Supplier Emergency Response Programs: Your Secret Weapon You’re only as strong as your slowest vendor. The smartest organizations treat suppliers as partners in readiness, not afterthoughts. Pre-approved ERAs, integrated drills, robust toolchains, and joint planning all help turn vendors into force multipliers when timelines matter most. Don’t just prep your team. Build an ecosystem, starting with your suppliers. See how great organizations turn supply chains into the backbone of resilience. Listen to the full Podcast - https://lnkd.in/ege-KX-P Read the blog on our website - https://lnkd.in/eH2zHB5Q

NEW PODCAST AVAILABLE NOW! https://lnkd.in/eBH_nif6 In this episode, TERRA President & CEO Steven Napoli sits down with George Mitri, Miguel Mendez Ortiz, and Mitchell Foster at 2DaLoop to discuss bridging the gap between upstream asset holders and downstream recovery partners through data-driven tools that connect, optimize, and measure the electronic supply chain. #3rdThursday #certificationmatters #joinTERRA

A huge thank you to Steven Napoli and the TERRA (The Electronics Reuse & Recycling Alliance) team for inviting our cofounders George Mitri, Miguel Mendez Ortiz, and Mitchell Foster to join this week’s episode. Together, we explored how data-driven intelligence can bridge the gap between upstream asset holders and downstream recovery partners—helping the industry connect, optimize, and measure the electronic supply chain more effectively. We’re grateful for the chance to share our mission and align with others working to make circularity measurable and actionable. 🎙️ Be sure to listen to the full episode. #CircularEconomy #Ewaste #Compliance #Sustainability #DataIntelligence #JoinTERRA #CertificationMatters #2DaLoop

This week on The Drop In CEO™ Podcast, I’m sitting down with Kerim Kfuri, President & CEO of the Atlas Network, to unpack the real-world challenges and opportunities in global supply chain management. From navigating tariffs to building business resilience, Kerim shares actionable insights and inspiring stories that every leader needs to hear. Tune in for a masterclass on agility, innovation, and thriving in a complex world! 🎧 https://lnkd.in/dkF_QD2i

Supply Chain of Thought Episode 4 is out now! Our CEO Michael De Clercq and Business Director, Laura Dow, discuss how China’s “Firewall” influences sourcing visibility, information flow, and global business decisions. They unpack what this means for importers, manufacturers, and executives working with China. Watch the full podcast here: https://lnkd.in/eEb4G25Q #SupplyChain #CPG #ChinaSourcing #Agility #Resilience #GlobalTrade #SupplyChainLeadership #Manufacturing #FutureOfSupplyChains #BusinessStrategy

This week on The Drop In CEO™ Podcast, I’m sitting down with Kerim Kfuri, President & CEO of the Atlas Network, to unpack the real-world challenges and opportunities in global supply chain management. From navigating tariffs to building business resilience, Kerim shares actionable insights and inspiring stories that every leader needs to hear. Tune in for a masterclass on agility, innovation, and thriving in a complex world! 🎧 https://lnkd.in/dfxK2DA

The freight market shifts fast, and if you're relying on last month’s trends, you’re already behind. Every Thursday, the Everything is Logistics newsletter delivers: 🚀 The latest podcast episodes with industry experts 📊 Key insights and trends shaping supply chains 🔧 Logistics tools and services worth your time It’s your shortcut to staying ahead in an industry that never stops moving. Subscribe now: https://lnkd.in/erTqTpex

At the moment it feels like procurement leaders are under pressure to adapt operating models for an unpredictable future. In this week’s Art of Procurement podcast, I really enjoyed hearing how ProcureAbility's Darshan Deshmukh is thinking about resilience, optionality, and the importance of strong supplier relationships. If you’re reworking your approach to deliver more value with fewer resources, this pod is definitely worth a listen. Rewiring Procurement Operating Models: https://lnkd.in/e5gzkzPM