Wednesday, March 5, 2025 · Jim Roberts and Steven A. Melnyk
DEI, as a term, is effectively dead—there is too much negative baggage associated with it. However, the goals and the need for initiatives that recognize changes have not gone away.
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 · Daniel May
According to a recent report, only 14% of procurement leaders are confident about the future of procurement talent availability. Daniel May, director of procurement talent development for NASPO, outlines essential strategies to identify and recruit top talent.
Friday, February 7, 2025 · Brian Straight
The use of AI is exploding in procurement, but despite the need to upskill the workforce to match a digitized future, many companies are slow to invest in training.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025 · University of Tennessee Global Supply Chain Institute
The challenges to global supply chains during the first quarter of the 21st century have leaders refocusing their efforts on building effective workforces.
Friday, January 10, 2025 · University of Tennessee Global Supply Chain Institute
Supply chain disruptions persist, creating challenges for managers that have led to changes in network design, material sources, and automation. But talent management remains an existential challenge.
Thursday, January 2, 2025 · Rosemary Coates
Rosemary Coates of the Reshoring Institute shares her experiences as a mentor to supply chain students, and the value such mentorship provides for both the mentee and mentor.
Wednesday, December 18, 2024 · Brian Straight
A recent Accenture survey finds that while the integration of artificial intelligence in supply chain is increasing, more executives have concerns as the tech quickly infiltrates systems.
Monday, December 16, 2024 · Brian Straight
ASCM CEO Abe Eshkenazi says that attracting, retaining and upskilling talent remains a hurdle to supply chains.
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 · Sugathri Kolluru
Empowering the next generation of supply chain leaders begins with mentorship. Programs like TrailblazeHers 24:24 from the Digital Supply Chain Institute ensure that wisdom is shared, lessons are learned, and a legacy of leadership is built.
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 · SCMR Staff
Advanced technology is driving the need to improve so-called soft skills such as communication, leadership and problem-solving.
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 · Andy Gray
Roberto Isaias, chief supply chain officer at Mattel, shared insights from his 30-plus years leading change and how Mattel’s supply chain has thrived at the CSCMP EDGE conference.
Monday, October 14, 2024 · Brian Everett
As logistics and supply chain organization seek to ease the talent shortage and enhance gender diversity in the field, more companies are looking to recruit more actively from demographic groups including women.
Monday, September 16, 2024 · Norman Katz
A trend to require companies to schedule workers two week’s in advance could be a cure to creating a more stable, healthier workforce.
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 · Brian Straight
When many people think of business succession planning, often they are speaking of the CEO’s chair. But succession planning within departments is a critical part of ensuring business continuity.
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 · Bridget McCrea
In supply chain, an alphabet soup of certification credentials is available to employees, who must weigh which ones offer the best career opportunities.
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