AI Agents

Shattering the AI pilot trap

Monday, March 9, 2026 · Brian Straight
While enthusiasm for generative AI in supply chains is high, most companies remain trapped in pilot programs because successful deployment requires workflow-level problem definition, embedded agents, and disciplined governance rather than simply applying new AI models.

From human-in-the-loop to human-on-the-loop: An AI agent architecture for proactive planning

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 · Saravana Venkatachalam and Arunachalam Narayanan
Supply chain planning tools are not new. Most organizations today rely on established systems for demand planning, supply planning, inventory optimization, and network design. These tools are typically operated in a human-in-the-loop model: planners run scheduled processes…

After AI agent pilots underperformed: Resetting supply chain automation for operational impact

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 · Arturo Torres Arpi Acero
After early AI agent pilots failed to deliver measurable operational or P&L impact, supply chain leaders are resetting automation strategies by focusing on decision ownership, governance, data integrity, and constrained autonomy instead of full end-to-end automation.

Why Agentic AI is finally working in supply chains

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 · Brian Straight
As U.S. supply chain leaders move past stalled AI pilots, Agentic AI embedded in Integrated Business Planning, digital twins, and human-in-the-loop execution is delivering measurable operational value.
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