Transform Talks: The Supply Chain Transformation Podcast

Why are Digital Transformation projects still failing to live up to the hype? Why do they fail in general? In this session, we hear from Kelsey Hudspeth from IBM Watson Center Munich, about the role people have to play in digital transformation. We also talk about practical use cases for blockchain in creating a sustainable Supply Chain. 

Radu Palamariu, CEO of Alcott Global, speaks to us about the evolution of the Supply Chain profession through the years. In this episode, we discuss a roadmap for success from Supply Chain Executive to Chief Supply Chain Officer. Radu offers us his viewpoint on attracting and retaining top talent in today’s complex and competitive environment and gives insight into the companies succeeding. 

In this episode, we speak with Distinguished Professor of Supply Chain Management, Thought-leader and Author, Nada Sanders about the keys to success in implementing and using Artificial Intelligence in business today. The failure rate of digital transformation projects is worrying. Professor Sanders helps us understand the critical aspects that are needed in order to ensure the successful implemen...

Marisa Schoeman from Diageo talks to us about building strong teams to lead the resilient Supply Chain of the future. Marisa gives us practical advice and pointers for both attracting and managing tomorrow’s planning leaders. We also discuss the opportunities that lie ahead for the demand planner of the future.

In this episode, we speak with Alicia McKay, Author, Podcast Host, leadership and strategy expert about change and transformation. We talk about effective strategies for leading through change and why so many transformation projects fail. 

Our guest, Philip Greenfield, European Supply Chain Director at Dyson, has had a colourful and varied experience across the entire Supply Chain function. In this episode, we explored multiple topics: from the impact of COVID on Supply Chain to the importance of demand sensing technology. We also explored the critical importance of working collaboratively and across multiple functions in order to b...

In today’s episode, we speak with Paulo de Tarso M Gomes, VP, Global Supply Chain, South America for Schneider Electric about the past, present and future of the Supply Chain function. We talked about the opportunities and challenges of Industry 4.0 and how to implement Digital Transformation projects during times of crisis and complexity.

Maria Jesus Saenz from MIT joins us to discuss multiple case studies and research on the successful digital transformation journey of many companies. We hear about the impact of the current pandemic on the future of digital Supply Chains. 

In this episode, we had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Anne Robinson, Chief Strategy Officer of Kinaxis about why so many Digital Transformation projects fail. We discussed how using the principles of Change Management can pave the way for the success of any digital transformation endeavour. Dr. Robinson, who brings a wealth of industry experience to the conversation also reminded us of the nee...

We sit down with Vince Mozik, VP of Education and Instructor at APICS NTX and Adjunct Professor at The University of Texas at Dallas and discuss the attributes and traits of tomorrow’s Supply Chain leader. How can organizations hire, retain, and develop tomorrow’s leaders in the current environment?

In this episode, we speak with Wayne Rothman, VP Partnerships & External Supply Janssen Pharmaceuticals at Johnson & Johnson about the role of the Supply Chain leader over the years and what the outlook is for the new normal. Wayne talks to us about “Digital Dexterity”, building effective teams and how to create the right environment for a successful Digital Transformation project.

In this episode of FIN: TV we speak with Stephan de Barse, EVP of o9 Solutions, and discuss the practical steps for Digital Transformation in the age of Covid. We speak about scaleable change that can transform your Supply Chain to operate in an unpredictable world.

During this episode, we hear from Neil Ackerman, Global Head Advanced Supply Chain Technology, Middle East, and Africa from Johnson & Johnson about the changing landscape of Supply Chain management and the role of the Supply Chain leader. Complexity and unpredictability are the order of the day and the Supply Chain leader has the opportunity to emerge as one of the most important people within...

In this episode, we speak with Author and Founder of SCM Globe, Michael Hugos, about the perfect synergy between people and technology in using data to make better decisions. Michael’s sometimes controversial views challenge our thinking around the use of technology in the Supply Chain function. We discuss how to create the collaborative Supply Chain of the future.  SCM Globe provides Supply Chain...

In this episode, Roddy Martin, Digital Strategy Leader at Tracelink, talks about the importance of Demand Forecast accuracy in helping organisations build a resilient Supply Chain. Roddy gives us essential tips for leaders in developing a path to gaining true visibility and delivering value to their clients. This is the only way to survive and thrive in a VUCA world.

In this episode, Declan Supple, Former VP Global Supply Chain of Stada talks to us about the challenges and opportunities facing Supply Chain leaders today. We explore the way the role has evolved over the years and what is in store for the post-COVID future. 

Adrian Hernandez, Founder, and CEO of Simplicity Works joins us to talk about his company’s use of 3D Bonding technology to disrupt the shoe manufacturing industry. In this episode, we look at the opportunities in the manufacturing and Supply Chain industries in the post-COVID world.

In this episode, we speak with Sergio Gamboa, Associate Director, Global Business Process Improvement at Ansell, about the risks, challenges, and opportunities of manufacturing during COVID-19. We discuss the importance of looking at existing and past management philosophies like Lean and Six Sigma, as well as new ways of working, in order to quickly adapt to our new normal.

In this episode, we speak with Cihan Muderrisoglu, Global Operations Planning and Development Director for Danone about the unintended opportunities of the current crisis. We discuss the future of e-commerce and how advanced planning plays a critical role in a business’ ability to overcome crisis and complexity.

In today’s episode, we sit down with Hank Ackerman, former VP Global Supply Chain at Prince International Corporation to talk about the importance of the Supply Chain leader coming to the forefront of business. We talked about the opportunities that crises can present to Supply Chain professionals in evolving their business models and creating a resilient, agile and adaptable business.

Is your Supply Chain agile enough to withstand the next disruption? In this episode, we speak with Roddy Martin, Chief Digital Strategist at TraceLink to discuss the path to creating an integrative and agile Supply Chain for the future. We talk about the role of the CSCO in a new post-COVID world and how these leaders are fundamental in building a resilient business.

Dr. Max McKeown, Strategist, Innovator, Speaker, Coach, and Psychologist, gives us valuable leadership tactics and techniques for working through crises. In this episode, we discuss the methodologies for employing innovation to get results now and we learn about ways to use our curiosity to drive action.

In this session, we speak with Claire Milner, SVP EMEA Business for Kinaxis, about the old vs new Supply Chain. Disruption is the new norm. So, how do Supply Chain leaders plan for the unplannable? We discuss the need for greater visibility and agility in an ever-changing and fast-paced world and how achieving this will be vital for success in a post-COVID world.

Mirko Senatore, Global Supply Chain Lead - European Distributor Markets for Pfizer gives us his best advice for what to do during a crisis. During this episode we discuss the benefits of collaboration, sticking to tried and tested processes and the unintended opportunities that a crisis can give you.

In this episode, we are joined by Stephen Day, Chief Procurement Officer of Kantar, where we explore the fragility of today’s vulnerable Supply Chains and what leaders can do to explore the opportunities available to them. We discuss new ways of thinking and creating diverse teams to drive innovation.