Pathways to Excellence: Navigating Future Supply Chain Challenges

Tune in to the latest episode of Supply Chain Deepdive titled "Pathways to Excellence: Navigating Future Supply Chain Challenges," where hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams dive into the insights from Gartner's "The Future-Ready Supply Chain: 4 Paths to Success." This episode breaks down the complex landscape that Chief Supply Chain Officers (CSCOs) must navigate amidst emerging challenges such as AI integration, ESG regulations, and talent acquisition. The report highlights five essential characteristics for a successful supply chain: agility, resilience, strategic alignment, regionalization, and ecosystem collaboration. It further delineates four strategic paths—Design, Decision, Deferment, and Durability—that supply chain leaders can adopt to bolster their operations. Each path is analyzed, providing CSCOs with decision criteria to select the most effective strategy tailored to their needs. Listen as the hosts discuss how intentional investments in technology, sustainability, talent, and innovative business models are pivotal in enhancing supply chain performance and elevating customer satisfaction.