The global supply chain landscape is shifting once again, and today, we break down the economic signals, market movements, and leadership strategies shaping what’s next. Welcome to The Buzz, powered by EasyPost!Hosts Scott Luton and Tandreia Bellamy dive into the latest U.S. trade data, including a widening trade deficit that highlights the growing complexity of global commerce and policy. The conversation also explores renewed momentum in the warehouse market, with signs that companies are doubling down on long-term infrastructure and capacity planning. From looming shortages in critical minerals, medical supplies, and semiconductors to rising cost pressures in 2026, this episode unpacks what supply chain leaders need to be preparing for now.The discussion continues with insights from the World Economic Forum in Davos on the challenge of scaling AI across large enterprises, revealing why technology alone isn’t enough without the right organizational design and leadership mindset. Plus, Dyci Sfregola, Founder and CEO of New Gen Architects, joins the show to share how collaboration, executive alignment, and intentional change management are key to building resilient, future-ready supply chains.If you’re navigating uncertainty, investing in innovation, and building for long-term success, this episode delivers timely insights and practical takeaways you won’t want to miss.Additional Links & Resources:EasyPost: https://www.easypost.com/National Supply Chain Day: https://streamyard.com/watch/QtED7yJ4y9qW With That Said: https://bit.ly/WTS-1-Feb-2026 Cycle Labs: https://bit.ly/Meet-CycleLabs-At-Manifest Trade deficit soared 94% in November and was higher than a year ago, despite tariff efforts: https://cnb.cx/45GYb2JPrologis Revenue Climbs as Warehouse Demand Rebounds: https://bit.ly/3M7kyb1Supply chain shortages: What’s at risk in 2026? https://bit.ly/Shortages-And-RisingCostsNext Level Construction Management: https://amzn.to/3LXI36lDavos 2026: Leaders on why scaling AI still feels hard - and what to do about it: https://bit.ly/3O4sMkJWhy Can’t America Train Workers for a Trillion-Dollar Industry? https://bit.ly/Education-Problem-Reverse-LogisticsConnect with Dyci on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dycimanns/Supply Chain Now Resource Hub: https://supplychainnow.com/resource-hub/ Follow Scott on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/ 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- Supply Chain Planning Reimagined: Embedded AI that senses, explains, and optimizes: https://bit.ly/4pOGgyoWEBINAR- ChatGPT Is Just the Beginning for Shipping: https://bit.ly/3YLFGq7This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Tandreia Bellamy and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/buzz-trade-gaps-supply-shortages-1542