The supply chain industry is rapidly evolving, with companies navigating a complex web of geopolitical tensions, technological advancements and shifting customer demands. In this episode, Tobey Gonnerman, President of Fusion Worldwide, shares insights on how his company is pivoting to capture future business opportunities and provide innovative solutions to support their clients’ supply chain needs.

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Drowning in data but struggling to turn it into actionable insights? Hear from industry experts from The Raymond Corporation on how to establish a data-driven decision-making process that drives real operational efficiencies in your supply chain. Learn the keys to capturing the right data, setting the right goals and leveraging that information to optimize your warehouse, logistics and manufacturing operations.

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The container shipping industry is undergoing a critical digital transformation, with new standards and technologies poised to revolutionize the customer experience, reduce costs and drive sustainability. In this episode, Thomas Bagge, CEO of DCSA, and Thomas Morris, Senior Partner, UAE, of Finn Partners, provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of digitalization through an overview of DCSA’s inaugural “The State of the Industry Report: Insights on Digital Evolution in Container Shipping,” highlighting the key barriers to adoption and the collaborative steps needed to fully unlock the benefits of a modernized, interconnected supply chain.

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Hear how Rochester Electronics is blending cutting-edge digital technologies like AI with a people-centric approach to transform the distribution landscape. Executive Vice President Colin Strother shares insights on Rochester's innovative strategies, from an AI superhero to personalized customer experiences, all while maintaining the human touch that is crucial in this industry.

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Sustainability is a top priority for electronics companies and their supply chain partners. In this episode, Mark Bollinger, Chief Globalization Officer at Smith, joins Supply Chain Connect during electronica 2024 and discusses how distributors are stepping up to support their customers’ sustainability initiatives. Discover the ways Smith is helping electronics manufacturers reduce waste, repurpose components and minimize their environmental impact.

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Todd Burke, President of Global Business Development at Smith, joins Supply Chain Connect in this episode to discuss the evolving role of independent distributors in the semiconductor and electronics supply chain. Burke highlights the flexibility and global sourcing capabilities of independent distributors, as well as how the demand for independent distributors has surged post-COVID with their capabilities in managing excess and shortage inventory challenges.

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Todd Snow, Vice President of Global Purchasing at Smith, joins this episode to discuss the challenges—and solutions—when dealing with excess inventory. Snow explains that Smith helps customers manage excess inventory through various programs, including lot buys, consignment buys and the company’s new online marketplace, SmithTrade, which facilitates flexible selling, boasts a global reach, and emphasizes quality assurance.

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Raj Sajnani, Global Head of Energy Procurement at Amazon, joins this episode to discuss the integration of artificial intelligence in the procurement process. From supply chain visibility to an autonomously sourced future, Sajnani describes the impact AI has had—and will have—on procurement professionals.

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