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The Chain Podcast

The Chain Podcast

ASCM (The Association for Supply Chain Management) 94 Episodes Sep 10, 2026

The Chain Podcast shines a light on the powerful, complex systems of technology, business and people that make up the supply chain. Host Abe Eshkenazi invites supply chain innovators and influencers to share their stories about the invisible link that binds our worlds together. It discusses the toughest supply chain challenges and highlights the people who get the job done no matter the disruptions.

Episodes

From Entry Level to Leadership: The New Rules for Supply Chain Careers
From Entry Level to Leadership: The New Rules for Supply Chain Careers Sep 10, 2026 1206 What does the future of supply chain talent look like in an AI-driven world?   In this episode of The Chain Podcast, we sit down with Friddy Hoegener, co-founder and head of recruiting at SCOPE Recruiting, to discuss the evolving skills, expectations, and opportunities shaping today's supply chain workforce.   Drawing on insights from the 2026 ASCM Supply Chain Salary and Career Report, Friddy sh
Forecasting, Inventory and AI: What Supply Chain Leaders Are Missing
Forecasting, Inventory and AI: What Supply Chain Leaders Are Missing Aug 13, 2026 1820   Is the answer to supply chain disruption really more technology?   In this episode of ASCM's The Chain, host Abe Eshkenazi sits down with John Melbye, founder of Become Demand Driven, to challenge some of the most common assumptions shaping supply chain planning today.   Organizations continue investing heavily in AI, planning platforms and digital transformation initiatives, yet many still str
Rethinking Change Management in Supply Chains in the Age of AI
Rethinking Change Management in Supply Chains in the Age of AI Jul 9, 2026 1682 Transformation is everywhere—but real results are rare.   In this episode of The Chain Podcast, we sit down with DeAnna Harner, Global Executive Partner of Supply Chain Operations, to explore why so many transformation initiatives fall short — and what it actually takes to make change stick.   Harner shares hard-earned insights from working with hundreds of organizations navigating AI adoption, d
Navigating Geopolitics of Supply Chain Resilience with Köse Advisory
Navigating Geopolitics of Supply Chain Resilience with Köse Advisory Jun 11, 2026 2401 In this episode of The Chain Podcast, ASCM is joined by geopolitical supply chain expert and advisor, Koray Köse, founder and chief analyst at Köse Advisory, discuss how supply chains are evolving from efficiency-driven networks into strategic infrastructure that shapes resilience, competitiveness and business continuity.   The conversation explores how geopolitical pressure, tariffs, sanctions, e
The Truth About Driver Shortages: Pay, Transparency and the Workforce Reality with The National Transportation Institute
The Truth About Driver Shortages: Pay, Transparency and the Workforce Reality with The National Transportation Institute May 14, 2026 1875 In this episode of The Chain, we’re joined by Leah Shaver, President and CEO of the National Transportation Institute (NTI) and one of the most trusted voices in trucking workforce and compensation data.   Leah breaks down what supply chain leaders often misunderstand about the so‑called driver shortage — and why the real challenge is more complex than headcount alone. Drawing on decades of data
SCOR® as a Framework for Trade Resilience with Hamilton Beach Brands
SCOR® as a Framework for Trade Resilience with Hamilton Beach Brands Apr 9, 2026 1816 In this episode of The Chain Podcast, we sit down with Mike Bunge, Vice President of Global Supply Chain Operations at Hamilton Beach Brands, explores how SCOR®-based maturity assessments can help supply chain leaders take control of trade, customs, and global logistics. Bunge shares how Hamilton Beach used a SCOR assessment to move beyond reactive decision-making and identify where trade costs,
Leading Manufacturing Through Change, Data and Talent with Tsubaki Nakashima
Leading Manufacturing Through Change, Data and Talent with Tsubaki Nakashima Mar 12, 2026 1143 We're joined by Nashay Naeve, President of the Engineered Plastic Components Business Unit at Tsubaki Nakashima, to explore what it takes to lead manufacturing organizations in an era of constant disruption. Nashay shares how global experience — from living and working in China to leading teams across Europe and the U.S. — has shaped her leadership philosophy. Together, we discuss how: Manufactur
The Future of Manufacturing with the Reshoring Institute
The Future of Manufacturing with the Reshoring Institute Feb 12, 2026 1990 Founder and Executive Director of the Reshoring Institute, Rosemary Coates, joins us to unpack what’s truly happening beyond reshoring. You’ll hear why much of the work described as “coming back” to the U.S. was never here to begin with, where nearshoring to Mexico fits, how friend‑shoring actually plays out and why automation and skills will define the next decade. We dig into China “decoupling”
How IoT is Transforming the Cold Chain with SmartSense by Digi
How IoT is Transforming the Cold Chain with SmartSense by Digi Jan 15, 2026 2145 In this episode of The Chain, Guy Yehiav, President of SmartSense by Digi, joins us to explore how IoT, AI and real‑time sensing are reshaping the cold chain.   From preventing foodborne illness and reducing waste to improving healthcare safety and unlocking full supply chain visibility, Guy shares how data-driven monitoring and predictive analytics are helping organizations build resilience, cons
Tariffs, Talent and Uncertainty: What Supply Chains Learned in 2025
Tariffs, Talent and Uncertainty: What Supply Chains Learned in 2025 Dec 11, 2025 2046 We revisit the past year of tariff policy and its ripple effects across global supply chains.   Our guest, supply chain expert Alastair Charatan, returns to discuss what predictions held up and what surprises emerged from the predictions we made back in January.   We unpack why large‑scale reshoring hasn’t materialized, how shortened planning horizons complicate capital investment and why a “carro
AI, Talent and Sustainability: 2026 Supply Chain Trends
AI, Talent and Sustainability: 2026 Supply Chain Trends Nov 13, 2025 1941 Join Abe Eshkenazi as he welcomes Scott Luton, founder and CEO of Supply Chain Now, for a dynamic conversation on the future of supply chain management. Fresh from the annual conference in Columbus, they give a sneak peek into the top trends shaping 2026, including the rise of artificial intelligence, workforce transformation, and the growing impact of climate and circularity. Scott shares insight
Blockchain-Driven Supply Chain Transformation with Vinturas
Blockchain-Driven Supply Chain Transformation with Vinturas Oct 9, 2025 2544 In this episode of The Chain, we sit down with Ronald Kleijwegt, CEO of Vinturas, to explore the future of supply chain visibility, traceability and collaboration. Ronald shares insights on how blockchain and AI are transforming global supply chains, the importance of connecting every tier of suppliers, and how technology can help organizations respond to disruptions — from tariffs to cyber threat

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