<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of The Buzz, we break down rising cargo theft, global supply chain disruptions, and the growing gap in AI readiness—plus what it all means for leaders trying to stay ahead—welcome to The Buzz, powered by DOSS!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Hosts Scott Luton and Yaseen Ahmid break down major forces shaping today’s supply chains—from geopolitical disruption in the Strait of Hormuz and its ripple effects on fuel, fertilizer, and costs, to a surprising gap in AI readiness where most employees can’t apply what they’ve learned. Joined by Danny Ramon, the conversation dives into the rapid rise of cargo theft, how increasingly sophisticated criminal networks are exploiting digital systems and documentation, and why high-demand goods are more vulnerable than ever. This episode delivers clear, real-world insight into where supply chains are most exposed right now—and what leaders must do to stay ahead.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Cargo theft is rising fast—with continued double-digit growth and increasing sophistication&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Criminal networks are exploiting digital gaps, paperwork fraud, and fragmented systems&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;High-demand, easily resold goods (electronics, food, clothing) are top theft targets&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Global disruptions (fuel, fertilizer, shipping routes) are driving widespread cost increases&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;AI training is falling short—most employees can’t apply it to real workflows&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Visibility—not just technology—is the key to reducing supply chain risk&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Economic pressure and global instability are accelerating both disruption and theft&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you want to understand where supply chains are most vulnerable right now—and how to stay ahead of rising risk, disruption, and complexity—this episode is a must-listen. The leaders who prioritize visibility, adaptability, and real execution won’t just survive this environment—they’ll outperform it.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Additional Links &amp;amp; Resources:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;DOSS: &lt;a href="https://www.doss.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://www.doss.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;With That Said: &lt;a href="https://bit.ly/WTS-19April2026" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://bit.ly/WTS-19April2026&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;National Supply Chain Day: &lt;a href="https://bit.ly/NSCD-2026" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://bit.ly/NSCD-2026&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Gartner Supply Chain Symposium: &lt;a href="https://gtnr.it/48hXcap" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://gtnr.it/48hXcap&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Luna: &lt;a href="https://luna-resume.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://luna-resume.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Live updates: Pakistan prepares for upcoming peace talks despite US seizure of Iranian cargo ship: &lt;a href="https://bit.ly/4sPRXq3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://bit.ly/4sPRXq3&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;What to know about CBP’s tariff refund process launching Monday: &lt;a href="https://bit.ly/Tariff-Refunds" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://bit.ly/Tariff-Refunds&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why AI readiness training fails: &lt;a href="https://bit.ly/AI-Readiness-Training" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://bit.ly/AI-Readiness-Training&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The KitKat heist exposed a confectionery crime crisis: &lt;a href="https://bit.ly/Kit-Kats-Stolen" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://bit.ly/Kit-Kats-Stolen&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;United States 2025 Annual Cargo Theft Report: &lt;a href="https://bit.ly/42j8wja" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://bit.ly/42j8wja&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Upcoming Live Programming: &lt;a href="https://supplychainnow.com/upcoming-live-programming/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://supplychainnow.com/upcoming-live-programming/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Supply Chain Now Resource Hub: &lt;a href="https://supplychainnow.com/resource-hub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://supplychainnow.com/resource-hub/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Overhaul: &lt;a href="https://www.over-haul.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://www.over-haul.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Danny on LinkedIn: &lt;a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/danny-ramon-97472855/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://www.linkedin.com/in/danny-ramon-97472855/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Yaseen on LinkedIn: &lt;a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaseen-ahmid/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaseen-ahmid/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Learn more about Supply Chain Now: &lt;a href="https://supplychainnow.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://supplychainnow.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Watch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: &lt;a href="https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Subscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform: &lt;a href="https://supplychainnow.com/join" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://supplychainnow.com/join&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Work with us! Download Supply Chain Now’s NEW Media Kit: &lt;a href="https://bit.ly/3XH6OVk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://bit.ly/3XH6OVk&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;WEBINAR- From Workforce Planning to Hourly Performance Management: How GEODIS Americas Turned Labor Productivity into a Growth Engine: &lt;u&gt;&lt;a href="https://bit.ly/4blRfKp" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://bit.ly/4blRfKp&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/u&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;WEBINAR- Talent Management Playbook for Supply Chain Leaders: &lt;u&gt;&lt;a href="https://bit.ly/4uc2OfB" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://bit.ly/4uc2OfB&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/u&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;WEBINAR- Ahead of Disruption: How AI-First Design Builds Supply Chain Resilience — and Transforms the Teams Behind It: &lt;u&gt;&lt;a href="https://bit.ly/4ldRn3b" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://bit.ly/4ldRn3b&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/u&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;WEBINAR- How “Almost Right” Shipping Decisions Turn Into Six-Figure Losses: &lt;u&gt;&lt;a href="https://bit.ly/4mMov2T" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://bit.ly/4mMov2T&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/u&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Yaseen Ahmid, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: &lt;a href="https://supplychainnow.com/the-buzz-cargo-theft-ai-gaps-rising-risk-1575" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://supplychainnow.com/the-buzz-cargo-theft-ai-gaps-rising-risk-1575&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Supply Chain Now

Supply Chain Now

The Buzz: Cargo Theft, AI Gaps, and Rising Risk

APR 24, 202653 MIN
Supply Chain Now

The Buzz: Cargo Theft, AI Gaps, and Rising Risk

APR 24, 202653 MIN

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In this episode of The Buzz, we break down rising cargo theft, global supply chain disruptions, and the growing gap in AI readiness—plus what it all means for leaders trying to stay ahead—welcome to The Buzz, powered by DOSS!Hosts Scott Luton and Yaseen Ahmid break down major forces shaping today’s supply chains—from geopolitical disruption in the Strait of Hormuz and its ripple effects on fuel, fertilizer, and costs, to a surprising gap in AI readiness where most employees can’t apply what they’ve learned. Joined by Danny Ramon, the conversation dives into the rapid rise of cargo theft, how increasingly sophisticated criminal networks are exploiting digital systems and documentation, and why high-demand goods are more vulnerable than ever. This episode delivers clear, real-world insight into where supply chains are most exposed right now—and what leaders must do to stay ahead.Cargo theft is rising fast—with continued double-digit growth and increasing sophisticationCriminal networks are exploiting digital gaps, paperwork fraud, and fragmented systemsHigh-demand, easily resold goods (electronics, food, clothing) are top theft targetsGlobal disruptions (fuel, fertilizer, shipping routes) are driving widespread cost increasesAI training is falling short—most employees can’t apply it to real workflowsVisibility—not just technology—is the key to reducing supply chain riskEconomic pressure and global instability are accelerating both disruption and theftIf you want to understand where supply chains are most vulnerable right now—and how to stay ahead of rising risk, disruption, and complexity—this episode is a must-listen. The leaders who prioritize visibility, adaptability, and real execution won’t just survive this environment—they’ll outperform it.Additional Links & Resources:DOSS: https://www.doss.com/With That Said: https://bit.ly/WTS-19April2026National Supply Chain Day: https://bit.ly/NSCD-2026Gartner Supply Chain Symposium: https://gtnr.it/48hXcapLuna: https://luna-resume.com/Live updates: Pakistan prepares for upcoming peace talks despite US seizure of Iranian cargo ship: https://bit.ly/4sPRXq3What to know about CBP’s tariff refund process launching Monday: https://bit.ly/Tariff-RefundsWhy AI readiness training fails: https://bit.ly/AI-Readiness-TrainingThe KitKat heist exposed a confectionery crime crisis: https://bit.ly/Kit-Kats-StolenUnited States 2025 Annual Cargo Theft Report: https://bit.ly/42j8wjaUpcoming Live Programming: https://supplychainnow.com/upcoming-live-programming/Supply Chain Now Resource Hub: https://supplychainnow.com/resource-hub/Overhaul: https://www.over-haul.com/Danny on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danny-ramon-97472855/Yaseen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaseen-ahmid/Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.comWatch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-nowSubscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform: https://supplychainnow.com/joinWork with us! Download Supply Chain Now’s NEW Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3XH6OVkWEBINAR- From Workforce Planning to Hourly Performance Management: How GEODIS Americas Turned Labor Productivity into a Growth Engine: https://bit.ly/4blRfKpWEBINAR- Talent Management Playbook for Supply Chain Leaders: https://bit.ly/4uc2OfBWEBINAR- Ahead of Disruption: How AI-First Design Builds Supply Chain Resilience — and Transforms the Teams Behind It: https://bit.ly/4ldRn3bWEBINAR- How “Almost Right” Shipping Decisions Turn Into Six-Figure Losses: https://bit.ly/4mMov2TThis episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Yaseen Ahmid, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/the-buzz-cargo-theft-ai-gaps-rising-risk-1575