The Supply And Demand Show

If you could have coffee with anyone- Who would it be? That's what we asked Manuel Aguirre in one of our recent episodes. Watch the clip to see his answer... Plus watch the full episode for some fresh perspectives and insights from this supply chain leader. Link to the full episode in the comments. And...let us know...who would you pick to have coffee with? Let us know in the comments and Follow The Supply And Demand Show for more!

Hidden bottlenecks are the enemy of your supply chain: If you don’t find them, they’ll keep draining time and money. Common signs of a bottleneck: — Orders take too long to process — Inventory keeps running out or overstocking — Supplier delays slow everything down — Costs keep rising with no clear reason — Customers complain about late deliveries How to identify the problem: — Track where delays happen most often — Measure supplier performance over time — Analyze inventory turnover rates — Check if demand forecasting is accurate — Look for recurring workflow inefficiencies Once you find the issue, fix it with data-driven adjustments. What’s the biggest slowdown in your supply chain right now? Follow The Supply And Demand Show for everything supply chain.

Working closely with engineers and manufacturers overseas creates tremendous potential for innovation. This direct collaboration fosters open communication, allowing teams to align their objectives and address challenges as they arise. By discussing materials and technical specifications in real-time, they can implement changes that enhance production quality and efficiency. What are your thoughts? Share in the comments. Follow The Supply And Demand Show for everything supply chain

Supply Chain Leaders must think like risk managers: Supply chain disruptions aren’t a question of if— They’re a question of when. The best supply chain leaders don’t just optimize for efficiency. They prepare for: — Supplier bankruptcies — Extreme weather events — Port congestion and delays — Cyberattacks on logistics systems — Sudden shifts in demand Resilient supply chains aren’t built on hope. They’re built on risk management. What’s the biggest risk to supply chains today? Share your thoughts in the comments. Follow The Supply And Demand Show for more

One of our favorite episodes this past year was with guest Sofia Rivas Herrera We talked in depth about how sustainability and circular economy practices can reshape supply chains: ? Stronger Public Policies – Regulations that ensure responsible production, transport, and reverse logistics. ? Global Standards Compliance – Aligning with sustainability goals already set by leading economies. ? Public & Private Sector Synergy – Governments and businesses must collaborate to drive real change. Link to the full episode in the comments. We'd love to hear your thoughts on this important topic. Share in the comments ?? Follow The Supply And Demand Show for more

A weak supply chain doesn’t just slow operations— It drains revenue. The hidden costs add up fast: -Excess inventory that ties up cash -Shipping delays that frustrate customers -Supplier disruptions that halt production -Rush orders that eat into margins -Miscommunication that leads to costly mistakes Strong supply chains aren’t just efficient—they’re profitable. Where do you see the biggest supply chain leaks? Share in the comments ??

??The Supply & Demand Show crew at Manifest! Our team was in Las Vegas this week for the annual Manifest conference- What at time we had! We had lots of conversations with supply chain industry leaders from all parts of the globe. And...we asked all the questions on the trends, challenges and best practices that we know you'll want to hear the answers to. Make sure you're following The Supply And Demand Show because we will be sharing episodes and insights from Manifest that you won't want to miss.

Manifest is in full swing! I'm enjoying the energy and conversations at the premier supply chain conference. And...also enjoying catching up with some great friends. Pictured below: -Top right: Sarah Barnes-Humphrey with Let's Talk Supply Chain -Lower: Katie Date and Tanzil Uddin, both with Manifest

The supply chain landscape is shifting fast: From policies of the administration to logistics to resilience strategies, CEOs must stay ahead to keep operations smooth and competitive. Our co-host, Kerim Kfuri, shares these key Supply Chain To-Do’s for 2025 to future-proof your business. Check out the full article: https://lnkd.in/e9J4FgnX ??Repost to help other businesses & follow The Supply And Demand Show for more news.

We're drowning in excess inventory. Over the past decade, the work done in IBP and S&OP have caused: -Process latency: Delays in making and acting on decisions. -Demand latency: The lag between a purchase and an actual order. The result? Industries now hold an extra 28 days of inventory on average. Much of it ends up in landfills. Waste. Loss. Missed opportunities. We can—and must—do better. Smarter inventory management isn’t just about efficiency. It’s about responsibility. What’s the biggest challenge you see in inventory management today? Follow The Supply And Demand Show for everything supply chain.