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Leaders in Tech and Ecommerce
#80: The Supply Chain Mindset: Cost Center vs Value-Adding
*Hosted by Andrei Palamariu*
In this episode, I interviewed Kent Ledgerwood, the Senior Vice President of Value Engineering at One Network. We discussed his extensive experience in the supply chain industry and his insights on the evolving role of technology in addressing the challenges facing businesses today. We also discussed the trends and disruptions shaping the supply chain landscape, from the impact of COVID-19 to the growing importance of sustainability and data management.
Kent explains how AI and machine learning are transforming the way companies approach supply chain optimization, enabling them to predict better and mitigate disruptions, improve efficiency, and drive innovation.
Throughout the conversation, Kent emphasizes the need for a holistic, collaborative approach to supply chain management, where data and technology are leveraged to create value for all stakeholders. He shares practical examples of how his team has helped clients streamline their operations, reduce costs, and enhance their sustainability efforts.
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Questions I asked:
- Can you share some of the big milestones and what attracted you to say yes to One Network?
- What are the trends you're seeing in supply chain?
- What are the expectations of your clients, and how do you manage them in a healthy way?
- How much are CFOs and other C-suite executives getting involved in supply chain management?
- How much focus are you seeing from clients on the topic of sustainability in supply chains?
- How can companies improve their control and management of supplier data and create a single source of truth?
- Can you share some practical examples or applications of general AI and data quality improvements that you've seen with your clients?
- What are some things that excite you about the future of supply chain, both from a technology and people/change management perspective?
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