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Hosted by industry veterans Michael Jung and Jess Williams, each episode of Supply Chain Deepdive offers a thorough exploration of the most pressing topics and transformative trends in supply chain and logistics. From in-depth discussions on technological advancements such as AI and blockchain to analyses of global market shifts and sustainability efforts, this podcast is designed to equip supply chain professionals with the knowledge and insights needed to navigate today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities.
Join us as we dive into detailed reports, engage with leading experts, and provide actionable advice for optimizing your supply chain strategies. Whether you’re a seasoned manager or new to the field, Supply Chain Deepdive is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the dynamic world of supply chain management.
Tune in to unravel the intricacies of the supply chain like never before and transform insights into action.
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Send us a text In this new episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams unpack the World Economic Forum and PwC’s latest white paper, Trade Compliance for Leadership: Navigating a Shifting Global Landscape. The discussion highlights how trade compliance has moved from a back-office task to a strategic priority for competitiveness and resilience. They explore four major challenges shaping the agenda—geopolitical volatility, sustainability regulations, regulatory compl...
Send us a text In this new episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams unpack IDC’s latest report Supply Chain Execution Digital Maturity, authored by Research Director Travis Eide. The study introduces a five-stage maturity model—from “Resistant” to “Optimized”—to help organizations benchmark their execution capabilities and chart a path toward intelligent, synchronized operations. The discussion highlights the biggest obstacles, including legacy systems and manual...
Send us a text In this new episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams unpack Capgemini’s latest research, "Next-Gen Supply Chain", which explores how leading organizations are evolving their operations into agile, intelligent, and sustainable networks. As geopolitical disruptions and economic uncertainty continue to reshape global commerce, the report reveals that 8 out of 10 executives rank next-gen supply chains—powered by Agentic and Generative AI - as a top tec...
Send us a text In this episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams unpack the MIT NANDA report “State of AI in Business 2025,” which reveals a stark reality: 95% of companies are not realizing meaningful returns from their GenAI investments. Despite the hype, most enterprise-grade GenAI tools are falling short due to a lack of adaptability, memory, and contextual learning. The episode explores: The growing GenAI Divide between experimenters and value extractorsWhy g...
Send us a text In this new episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams unpack McKinsey Global Institute’s recent report, “The Great Trade Rearrangement.” The discussion explores how rising geopolitical tensions and new tariffs, particularly between the U.S. and China, are reconfiguring global trade flows. The episode introduces McKinsey’s concept of the "rearrangement ratio", a framework for assessing how easily supply chains can switch sourcing partners. Michael an...
Send us a text In this episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams break down the World Economic Forum’s latest white paper, From Shock to Strategy: Building Value Chains. Developed with the Global Future Council on Advanced Manufacturing and Value Chains, the report explores how global disruptions—from geopolitics to climate and technology—are fundamentally reshaping global value chains. The episode unpacks eight key forces driving this shift and explores three pil...
Send us a text In this episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams explore McKinsey’s latest report, "Navigating the New Global Trade Paradigm." The conversation breaks down how geopolitical shifts, economic fragmentation, and shifting trade corridors are reshaping the global trade map. With up to 30% of trade potentially rerouted by 2035, businesses must rethink supply strategies, anticipate sector-specific disruptions, and prepare for multiple future scenarios. Fr...
Send us a text In this episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams explore Blue Yonder’s 2025 report, “Supply Chain Compass: Navigating Complexity with AI.” With insights from over 670 senior supply chain leaders, the report examines how organizations are responding to global disruptions, sustainability demands, and evolving customer expectations. The discussion unpacks how AI is helping companies build resilience, empower people, and accelerate sustainable outcomes...
Send us a text In this new episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams unpack Accenture’s report “Making Autonomous Supply Chains Real.” As supply chain complexity intensifies, companies are shifting from automation to full autonomy - where AI agents take on end-to-end decision-making and execution. Based on a global survey of 1,000 C-suite executives, the report reveals that nearly two-thirds of firms are planning to significantly advance supply chain autonomy in t...
Send us a text In this episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams confront the realities behind Shein's ultra-fast fashion. With Shein dominating global fashion trends, the discussion dives into the brand’s labor practices, audit transparency, and environmental footprint. From alleged excessive working hours to sustainability initiatives like resale platforms and energy efficiency projects, this episode unpacks both criticism and corporate response. Is Shein revolu...
Send us a text In this episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams unpack Inverto’s 2025 CPO Survey, exploring how leading procurement teams are reshaping their role from cost-cutters to strategic growth enablers. From innovation and sustainability to executive influence and digital tools, the report shows how “impact leaders” are outperforming by aligning procurement with core business goals. Support the show Continue the Conversation on Chain.NET Don't let ...
Send us a text In this episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams unpack Gartner’s 2025 Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems. They break down how TMS platforms are evolving, what core capabilities define a modern solution, and how Gartner assesses vendors based on execution and vision. The episode explores key trends shaping the TMS landscape - like real-time visibility, predictive analytics, and network optimization—and what these rankings mean for...
Send us a text In this episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams unpack BCG’s latest report, Asia-Pacific’s Five Forces of Global Power. The discussion explores how a rising class of “Asia-Pacific Challengers” is reshaping the global landscape—moving beyond traditional cost advantages to lead through innovation, cultural relevance, and bolder risk-taking. Whether established “globalizers” or fast-growing “disruptors,” these companies are demonstrating what it take...
Send us a text In this episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams break down Accenture’s timely report, "Ready for Resilience." As U.S. tariffs surge and trade policy becomes increasingly unpredictable, the report outlines three possible future scenarios—from de-escalation to full-blown escalation—and what they could mean for inflation, economic growth, and global supply chains. With Asia facing high exposure and uncertainty on the rise, the conversation focuses on...
Send us a text In this episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams unpack the key insights from EY’s latest "Supply Chain Quarterly Update Q1 2025: Trends and Tariffs." Discover how global supply chains continue demonstrating resilience despite ongoing disruptions. Learn about the strategic impacts of proposed US tariffs prompting network redesigns, inventory build-ups, and sourcing adjustments. The discussion also covers emerging trends such as tightening trucking ...
Send us a text In this insightful episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams explore the intricate implications of the "Trump Tariffs: Supply Chain Strategies and Impacts" on global trade. Delve into how the recent tariffs are reshaping international trade dynamics, particularly affecting major exporting countries like China, India, Vietnam, and Thailand. The episode breaks down the nuanced strategies businesses are adopting to navigate these new trade barriers, in...
Send us a text In this compelling episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, titled "Agile Futures: Mastering Dynamic Supply Chain Optionality," hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams explore the transformative strategies outlined in the recent report, "Dynamic Supply Chain Optionality: A New Era of Resilience." This episode dives into how businesses can embrace DSCO - a proactive approach designed to enhance supply chain agility and resilience amidst global disruptions like tariffs. The discussion shed...
Send us a text Join hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams as they explore the revelations from Bitsight's 2025 report, "Under the Surface." This episode unpacks the interconnected nature of digital supply chains and the disproportionate cybersecurity risks posed by certain providers. Despite their smaller customer bases, some providers have extensive digital footprints and often exhibit weaker security measures, posing significant risks to major market segments. The hosts discuss the importanc...
Send us a text Dive into the transformative world of AI in procurement in this episode of Supply Chain Deepdive titled "AI-Powered Procurement: Maximizing Value in 2025." Hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams unpack the insights from BCG's report, exploring how artificial intelligence and generative AI are reshaping procurement landscapes. This discussion highlights how AI adoption not only streamlines operations but also boosts innovation and profitability by automating up to 75% of procureme...
Send us a text In this insightful episode of Supply Chain Deepdive, titled "Global Sourcing in Flux: Strategies for 2025," hosts Michael Jung and Jess Williams delve into the TradeBeyond 2025 Retail Sourcing Report. This episode unpacks the complexities of the global sourcing landscape, shaped by rising trade tensions and economic uncertainties. The hosts explore strategic approaches detailed in the report for retailers and brands to adapt and thrive, including cost optimization, AI integrati...
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