The Supply Chain Dialogues

Black swans aren't so rare anymore – they're flocking. What Nassim Nicholas Taleb introduced in 2007 as a metaphor for those once-in-a-lifetime events has become more like a regular forecast in our hyper-connected world. Remember when a black swan was that unexpected, earth-shattering event that no one saw coming? Well, these 'rare' birds seem to be nesting everywhere in today's globally interconn...

For three decades, when shareholder pressure mounted, corporate boardrooms reached for their favorite Swiss Army knife: "Let's outsource it!" or "Time for a spin-off!" It was like having a hammer and seeing every business challenge as a nail. But in today's complex business landscape, are these traditional tools still the sharpest in our shed? While shipping operations to distant shores or spinnin...

Remember when strategic sourcing was just about squeezing costs and managing suppliers? Those days feel like ancient history, don't they? Welcome to an era where your supply chain is more likely to be disrupted by a pandemic, a natural disaster, or a blocked canal than a price negotiation gone wrong. The world has transformed into a complex web of interconnected risks, where a single event can sen...

Digital transformation, Internet of Things, blockchain, OpenAI and ChatGPT happen for most companies more in the media and consultant presentations than in their own world. There is scepticism, disbelief, and maybe even panic, followed by short bursts of activism that typically die quickly like fireflies.  So,  what shall we do about it, and why? The podcast takes the topic from the latest blog, a...

In this episode, Daniel & Aimee explore how to make Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) in companies  'simply human'. We know, that except for some clear leaders in this field (and most other fields while they're at it), over the years many companies make little or no strides to significantly change the status quo regarding D&I unless governmental contracts or public opinions are at stake....

"2050? Sorry, we don't have that kind of time." While consultants and politicians set climate goals for a distant future they won't be accountable for, our planet isn't exactly in a patient mood. But what if we told you that waiting until 2030 or 2050 for net-zero emissions isn't just unnecessary—it's a cop-out? Welcome to an episode about to challenge everything you've heard about the timeline fo...

Welcome to "The Supply Chain Dialogues" podcast, the go-to destination for all things GHG Emissions, procurement, supply chain, and operations management. We're here to help you navigate the ever-evolving landscape of the industry by providing insights into new and old truths and debunking outdated myths. We aim to expand your knowledge and make you a more successful practitioner or leader in thes...