Supply Chain Now
Supply Chain Now
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!
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Feb 13, 2026 • 42min
The Buzz: Tariffs, Terabytes, and the Final Frontier
A deep dive into shifting U.S.–India trade talks and the potential impacts on sourcing and tariffs. A look at the explosive growth of data center infrastructure and why regions like Northern Virginia matter. Discussion of AI-driven demand for computing capacity and emerging visions for space-based data centers and lunar logistics.
Feb 11, 2026 • 47min
Solving Warehouse Execution Gaps in the SMB Market
Kurt Heusner, CEO of Endpoint Automation Solutions and SMB warehouse automation veteran, shares why simplicity, time-to-value and adoption matter most for mid-market operations. He talks about when ERPs fall short and standalone WMS makes sense. Learn why barcoding remains foundational, why modular rollouts beat big-bang projects, and how trust in systems reveals hidden bottlenecks.
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Feb 9, 2026 • 48min
What's New at MODEX 2026 & Why It is a Must Attend Event
Daniel McKinnon, Chief Exhibitions Officer at MHI with ~35 years leading major trade shows, gives a behind-the-scenes look at MODEX 2026. He previews free registration, AI planning tools, big-name keynotes and Industry Night entertainment. Short tips for first-timers, on-floor experiences like lounges and startup spotlights, and why large in-person trade shows still matter for networking and discovery.
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Feb 6, 2026 • 52min
The Buzz: Trade Gaps and Supply Shortages
Dyci (D.C.) Sfregola, founder and CEO of New Gen Architects and author on construction management, helps manufacturers and builders design resilient operating systems. Conversation covers widening U.S. trade gaps and what that signals. Discussion of a warehouse market rebound and long-term capacity planning. Looks ahead to potential 2026 shortages in minerals, medical supplies, and semiconductors, and the leadership needed to scale AI effectively.
Feb 4, 2026 • 36min
Remade in America: A Supply Chain Now Special Feature
Yamin Neri, COO of Trove, a re-commerce leader building secondhand channels. Dan Main, Bidpath rep who runs auction-based disposition for surplus assets. Rich Bulger, circular economy strategist focused on reuse and recovery. Stephen Beard, Flex sales lead with parcel and nearshoring experience. They explore reverse logistics, triage and auctioning of returns, inspection and software for recovery, and regional repair, recycling and reshoring challenges.
Feb 2, 2026 • 50min
Building AI-Ready Operations in Advanced Manufacturing
Garuth Acharya, investor at 8090 Industries and former operator at GE, SpaceX and Blue Origin, brings deep experience in advanced manufacturing and supply chain operations. He talks about making AI work in factories. Short, punchy takes cover AI-driven work instructions, shortage detection, procurement anomaly spotting, the necessity of clean master data, and why time on the shop floor and cross-functional ownership matter.
Jan 30, 2026 • 53min
The Buzz: AI and the Two-Day Work Week Debate
Heidi Benko, VP of Product Management & Strategy at Infor Nexus with 25+ years in supply chain, discusses AI-driven forecasting and Walmart’s anticipatory inventory moves. They cover tariffs driving costs and layoffs, the widening skills gap and need for upskilling, data center and infrastructure strains, and the debate around a shorter workweek as AI reshapes roles.
Jan 28, 2026 • 47min
Review of the Inaugural U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index - Rates Edition
Dr. Chris Caplice, Chief Scientist at DAT Freight & Analytics and freight market forecaster. He discusses the new U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index Rates Edition, spot versus contract rate dynamics, regional and agricultural rate drivers. Conversation covers scenario modeling, building carrier relationships, and practical signals supply chain leaders should monitor.
Jan 26, 2026 • 1h 8min
A Sitdown with Legendary Supply Chain Storyteller Dave Nemo
Dave Nemo, a legendary radio personality who’s spent 55 years serving professional truck drivers, shares stories from AM to satellite and streaming. He talks about trucking media’s evolution, music and New Orleans influences, memorable listener moments, and how technology like satellite and AI is reshaping how drivers stay informed and connected.
Jan 23, 2026 • 48min
The Buzz: Procurement Innovation, Logistics Power Plays, and Leading Through Change
In this discussion, Scott McPhee, CEO of SpendHQ, dives into the rapidly shifting supply chain landscape. He explores how Amazon's logistics strategy is altering UPS operations and the challenges posed by leadership turnover. Scott highlights Oracle's insights on AI's role in boosting procurement productivity and the crucial investment in Sligo.ai for smarter decision-making. He also shares lessons from Cowart Seafood's digital transformation, emphasizing the importance of adapting to new technologies for legacy businesses.
