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A young, untested team of problem solvers challenged with saving their company moves from board room to classroom in search of answers - and finds them through lively, open discourse with their innovative professor. This gripping, fast-paced business novel does for project management what Eliyahu M. Goldratt's other novels have done for production and marketing.

Supply Chain Management for Dummies, 2nd Edition guides you to an understanding of what a supply chain is and how to leverage this system effectively across your business, no matter its size or industry.

When CEOs think about the supply chain, it's usually to cut costs. But the smartest leaders see supply chain and sourcing for what they can be: hidden tools for outperforming the competition. Steve Jobs, upon returning to Apple in 1997, focused on transforming the supply chain. He hired Tim Cook - and the company sped up the development of new products, getting them into consumers' hands faster. The rest is history.

Based on six years of research, Harvard Business School professor Thales Teixeira shows how and why industries are disrupted, and what established companies can do to respond--as well as what potential startups must master if they hope to gain a competitive edge. As it turns out, there is a...

Supply and demand shocks. Labor shortages. International trade wars. As businesses and customers struggle to get the products they need from across the globe, manufacturers must reassess how they operate, from considering domestic suppliers to exploring new technologies. In Supply Chain: The Insights You Need from Harvard Business Review, articles by experts and researchers will help you understand the risks and identify solutions to these disruptions so that you can ensure a more resilient supply chain—without sacrificing competitive advantage.

As global business and geopolitical conditions have changed radically, it is imperative that supply chain strategies and operations transform to thrive in a volatile environment. Leaders at corporations, public agencies, national security, and public health recognize the importance of resilience, agility and flexibility. Breakthrough Supply Chains provides a comprehensive view of end-to-end supply chains and dispels the common myths about them.

Leaders in Supply Chain and Logistics Podcast is one of our projects focused on bringing some of the best thought leaders in the industry, pick their brains and share it with as many interested listeners as possible.We want to connect you with global experts, thought leaders, and executives in all things value chain. We talk about Supply Chain's leading-edge technologies, leadership stories, and personal success habits.

Discover why Supply Chain Now is the #1 Voice of Supply Chain. Our hosts comprised of seasoned industry-leaders, practitioners, and solution providers address the industry’s challenges, trends, and innovations for our global audience. With engaging, informative, and on-trend content, our podcasts, livestreams, and webinars bridge expertise and entertainment, empowering supply chain professionals to elevate their businesses. Listen, watch, and subscribe to the #1 Supply Chain Podcast on Apple Podcasts, ranked in the Top 1% of all Global Podcasts!

Thought leadership from the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics

Are you grappling with bottlenecks, skyrocketing costs, or digital transformation in your supply chain? Supply Chain Optimizers equips you with proven tactics and candid perspectives to turn complexity into competitive advantage. Each episode delivers real-world stories and data-driven insights from the biggest innovators and disruptors - think UPS, Amazon, and beyond - unpacking bold, sometimes controversial approaches that challenge the status quo. Subscribe now to stay ahead of the curve and unlock the full potential of your supply chain.

Welcome to "Supply Chain Asia," the podcast that brings you to the heart of Asia's dynamic logistics and supply chain industry. Join us as we navigate the complex tapestry of supply networks that power one of the most vibrant economic regions in the world.

Supercharged Supply Chains: Discover Unparalleled Business Planning and Execution Practices provides authoritative guidance on effective Supply Chain Management. Written by the experts at Oliver Wight, a leading global consultancy firm, the book provides listeners with a clear understanding of what is required to operate at a Class A Excellent level. The operating principles are supported by practical examples and cases that demonstrate why typical approaches fail, and why Unparalleled Business Planning and Execution Practices succeed.

The Chain is all about breaking poor leadership habits that most of us get shackled by. Chains are associated with tying things down and restricting movement - but they are also about connection and providing safety and support. These are the two sides of leadership, one is restrictive the other supportive.I'm Roddy Millar, founder of the Ideas for Leaders platform. I created Ideas for Leaders to bring the best leadership research and ideas from academics at top business schools and thought-leaders in practice from across the globe to the desks and screens of managers around the world. The ...

Each episode will focus on some topic that supply chain professionals and businesses will benefit from being aware of and understanding. In some episodes we will discuss opportunities for improving the manner in which your supply chain operates and is managed; in some episodes we will discuss new rules, regulations, or decisions which might influence the way you configure your supply chain and the paperwork involved; and in some episodes we will discuss the risks and rewards that might exist in the ever-changing dynamics that effect or influence supply chains decisions.

In Strong Supply Chains Through Resilient Operations: Five Principles for Leaders to Win in a Volatile World, a team of dedicated veteran operations strategists delivers a practical and hands-on discussion of how to future-proof your company's supply chains through a relentless focus on resilience. In the book, you'll discover how to shift your firm's emphasis from "low-cost" to "low volatility" as you protect your company against the supply and demand shocks associated pandemics, wars, labor disputes, and trade conflicts.

Chain Mountain - the podcast for leaders who move fast and think deep. Hosted by Hank Ackerman—Co-founder of Chain Mountain and a seasoned leader in operational transformation—the show delves into the high-stakes, high-impact world of industrial operations and technology through the voices of those leading the charge. Tune into weekly episodes featuring current and emerging operational executives who are transforming industry from the inside out.

Reinventing the Supply Chain explores the historical role of supply chains in the global economy, outlines where the system went wrong and what needs to be done to fix it, and demonstrates how a retooled supply chain can lead to the revitalization of American communities. Jack Buffington proposes a transformation of the global supply chain system into a community-based value chain, led by the communities themselves and driven by digital platforms for raising capital and blockchain technology.

Welcome to Paper Chains, a podcast that takes a deep dive into key reports, uncovering exploitation, labor abuses, and global supply chain tracking. This series is a project of Five24, dedicated to shining a light on the facts behind the headlines.

We tell Supply Chain stories containing valuable lessons that can be applied to real supply chains. We unpack them with a lively discussion. The Supply Chain challenges are REAL. The lessons are REAL. The characters I will let you decide.

More than just a link in the chain, The Chain podcast shines a light on powerful, complex systems of technology, business and people that make up what we call the supply chain. Created and produced by ASCM (Association for Supply Chain Management), The Chain is a riveting podcast that discusses the toughest supply chain challenges and the people who get the job done no matter the disruptions. Join host Abe Eshkenazi as he invites supply chain innovators and influencers to share their stories about that invisible link that binds our worlds together. If you enjoyed ASCM’s The reBound podcast, ...