In this episode, host Scott W. Luton is joined by Mike Griswold, Vice President Analyst at Gartner, for a thought-provoking discussion on the most impactful supply chain trends of 2024 and bold predictions for 2025. Together, they explore how advancements in generative AI are reshaping supply chain operations and the renewed emphasis on investing in people to drive innovation and productivity.

Mike shares insights from Gartner’s Supply Chain Top 25, spotlighting companies like P&G for their mastery of digital innovation and Diageo for leveraging sustainability as a business driver. The conversation also delves into AstraZeneca’s ambitious plans for carbon neutrality and medical breakthroughs by 2030. For supply chain leaders, this episode highlights the importance of adopting proven technologies in innovative ways, prioritizing employee well-being, and embracing sustainability as a path to both profitability and positive change.

Jump into the conversation:

(00:00) Intro

(03:40) Reflecting on key supply chain takeaways from 2024

(06:15) The rise of generative AI in supply chain operations

(09:50) Practical applications of AI: Efficiency and decision-making

(13:30) People-centric strategies and the evolving employee value proposition

(17:45) Highlights from Gartner’s Supply Chain Top 25: P&G and Diageo

(21:10) Sustainability as a business driver

(24:30) AstraZeneca’s bold goals for 2030 and supply chain innovation

(28:50) Geopolitical challenges and the democratization of technology

(32:15) Tariffs and network modeling: Preparing for uncertainty in 2025

(36:40) The importance of scenario planning for demand and supply

(40:25) Predictions for 2025

Additional Links & Resources:

• Connect with Mike Griswold: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-griswold-6a68922/
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This episode was hosted by Scott Luton and produced by Joshua Miranda. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/reflections-projections-global-supply-chain-2024-2025-1366