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Sep 2024
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The Buzz for September 20th: National Tr...

Supply Chain Now
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The Buzz is Supply Chain Now’s regular Monday livestream, held at 12 noon ET each week. This show focuses on some of the leading stories from global supply chain and global business, always with special guests – the most important of which is the live audience!

In this week's episode of The Buzz, hosts Scott Luton and Karin Bursa delve into the critical issues and opportunities in global supply chain management. Together they discuss:

  • The potential impact of a looming strike by the International Longshoreman's Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX)
  • The importance of AI in supply chain optimization, with 99% of CEOs considering its implementation
  • The declining focus on sustainability among CEOs, despite increasing consumer demand for environmentally friendly products
  • Iconic trucking moments in media, celebrating National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

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This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Karin Bursa and produced by Amanda Luton and Katherine Hintz. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/buzz-national-truck-driver-appreciation-week-1327

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