A Network of Networks

The dream is to have interoperability between networks. Why is it needed? Business leaders now manage a value chain, not a simple supply chain within their four walls. They need interoperability between networks and technology applications. They know that a traditional focus on standards and integration does not work, so the group will attempt to […]

Figuring Out New Forms of Analytics

Using unstructured and streaming data is a brave new world. The possibilities of data variety and velocity to improve supply chain management are an exciting option for supply chains to better understand their business. In this podcast Alison Crawford talks with Lora about the new Supply Chain Shaman blog post Trying to Figure Out New […]

Why Is Supply Chain Planning So Hard?

Getting supply planning right is hard. It takes alignment, communication, and common definitions. Many firms are struggling to create an environment that supports effective supplier development because they aren’t sure how to being. In this podcast, Alison Crawford, Director of Marketing, talks with Lora Cecere, Founder of Supply Chain Insights, about the new report Why […]

Transforming Consumer Value Chains: Navigating the Power Shift to the Shopper

There is a shift coming for retailers and CPG companies as a shift in shopper behavior.  The companies that empower supply chains to change with this shift in buyer behavior and how to reach them are more successful.  In this podcast Lora Cecere, Founder of Supply Chain Insights, is interviewed by Alison Crawford, Director of […]

2016 New Year’s Resolutions with Tony Verbeck of Johnson & Johnson

Lora Cecere interviews Tony Verbeck, Johnson & Johnson. Tony works in the Johnson & Johnson supply chain center of excellence.  “The number one driver of change is around the healthcare supply chain and costs.  For 2016 we are looking at talent and people for what is needed for the supply chain.  We are also looking […]

2016 New Year’s Resolutions with Mady Bricco of Dow

Lora Cecere interview Mady Bricco, Director of Global Logistics, Dow Chemical Mady Bricco discusses their end-to-end strategy by simplifying and optimizing their work.  In 2015 logistics they are seeing truck market getting slightly better. They are looking at 3 key pillars in 2016.   Technology is changing so quickly so how do we manage without being […]

Tell It Like It Is. What Will Supply Chain 2030 Look Like?

In this episode of Straight Talk with Supply Chain Insights, Alison Crawford, Director of Marketing talks with Supply Chain Insights founder Lora Cecere about her recent LinkedIn Influencer blog post, Tell It Like It Is. What Will Supply Chain 2030 Look Like?  In her post, Lora discusses how the supply chain she started her career […]

Lessons Learned from Supply Chain Metrics That Matter

Lora Cecere, Founder of Supply Chain Insights, is interviewed by Alison Crawford, Director of Marketing, in this episode of Straight Talk with Supply Chain Insights.  In this podcast Lora discusses the beginning of her blog series “Lessons from Metrics That Matter” summarizing key insights about the metrics that indicate supply chain performance and health, how […]

2016 New Year’s Resolutions with Terri Pitcher of Berry Plastics

Lora Cecere interviews Terri Pitcher, EVP of Supply Chain, Berry Plastics Terri Pitcher, EVP of Supply Chain at Berry Plastics, talks about the reorganization of the company because of their newest acquisition and how they are looking at their current talent.  The most important thing they are doing is finding and developing the right talent […]

2016 New Year’s Resolutions with Joe Krkoska of Dow AgroSciences

Lora Cecere interviews Joe Krkoska, Supply Chain Director, Dow AgroSciences Joe Krkoska discusses Mastery.  “Professional athletes practice every single day, and we want this idea to be for the people in our supply chain organization.  One specific area is planning because we are looking at planning globally for the first time.  We are creating a […]