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Jan 2025
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The Supply Chain Leadership Factory at G...

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Discover how Georgia Tech is shaping the future of supply chain management in this new episode of Supply Chain Now! Host Scott W. Luton sits down with Chris Gaffney, Managing Director of Georgia Tech's Supply Chain and Logistics Institute, Charles Easley Jr., Director of the LEAP Program, and student leaders Sam Deckbar and Brady Clements, to discuss groundbreaking innovations and student-driven initiatives redefining the industry.

Be inspired by their insights into sustainable sourcing, AI-powered warehousing, and the transformative role of data in supply chains. Plus, learn how programs like SCLO and LEAP are empowering students and professionals to thrive in this fast-changing field.

Jump into the conversation:

(00:00) Intro

(08:22) Tokyo: An Eye-Opening Experience

(12:48) Logistics of major sporting events

(16:03) Career in logistics and supply chain

(21:54) Supply chain accountability and responsibility

(26:01) AI challenges in supply chain

(30:52) COVID's Impact on grocery delivery

(33:13) Online infrastructure & data integration

(37:30) Supply chain success at Georgia Tech

(45:15) Student impact on business growth

(52:18) Georgia supply chain initiatives

Additional Links & Resources:

  • Connect with Chris Gaffney: http://linkedin.com/in/jchrisgaffney
  • Connect with Charles Easley Jr.: http://linkedin.com/in/chuck-easley-655224
  • Connect with Sam Deckbar: http://linkedin.com/in/deckbar
  • Connect with Brady Clements: http://linkedin.com/in/brady-clements
  • Learn more about Georgia Tech Supply Chain and Logistics Institute: https://www.scl.gatech.edu/
  • Connect with Scott Luton: http://linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton
  • Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com
  • Watch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now
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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/supply-chain-leadership-factory-georgia-tech-1383

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