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🛒 Presidential nominee Kamala Harris’s promise to ban “price gouging” on food and groceries has the media buzzing – but don't let the hyperbolic headlines fool you. If you ask Zero100’s Kevin O'Marah, there’s little reason to believe the Dems have any intent – let alone need – to enact wide-spread government price controls. 📡 Check out this week’s Signal for his take on the purpose and practicalities of this “largely toothless proposal,” and what it means for supply chain leaders.

For Dave Wheeler, Chief Operating Officer at New Balance, a job developing avionics for “the best fighter jet in the world” kicked off a decades-long career in supply chain. In the latest episode of The Path, he takes us through his whirlwind journey in operations, reflecting on… 💡The workplace role models who’ve inspired him 💪The secret to New Balance’s incredible growth  🏆Why supply chain leaders need to think end to end ⭐How newbies can set themselves up for promotions Watch the full episode right here 👇 #SupplyChain #Leadership #Operations

The tides could be turning on inflation in the US – and supply chain is coming out stronger than ever.   According to Kevin O'Marah, supply chain’s ability to absorb a $4.6T increase in US money supply since 2020 – without triggering a monetary crisis – comes down to four key factors:    💰 Customer choice holding pricing power in check 🤖 Automation replacing labour 📉 China exporting deflation 💪 Resilience as religion   Read all about it in this week’s Signal👇 https://lnkd.in/eYV8evdr   #SupplyChain #Automation #Economy

🪄 As captivating as it is confusing, AI can feel a lot like a magic. So, we’re pulling back the curtain for supply chain leaders with the Zero100 AI Hub. 🤔 What it is: The Zero100 AI Hub is the first comprehensive repository of AI use cases in operations, with 600+ examples across supply- and demand-side functions. 🔮 How we use it: To help customers identify gaps and opportunities in their AI roadmap, decide where to invest to see the greatest AI ROI, and learn from their pioneering peers. Our latest report shares examples of AI in action, as well as analysis of key developments and trends, and three steps to help you develop an end-to-end AI strategy. Members, read all about it on the Members Hub: https://lnkd.in/eMAYx9y8 Non-members, check out a preview here: https://lnkd.in/e8AakDJg #SupplyChain #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalTransformation

🌐 Turns out hiring for digital skills doesn’t just set you up for tech breakthroughs – it sets you up for greater sustainability gains, too. 🌱 Zero100 has found that companies hiring for digital skills most aggressively are setting – and hitting – more ambitious carbon reduction targets than their less digitally savvy competitors. Check out the latest Data Insight for our analysis: https://lnkd.in/grGZ5ymH #SupplyChain #Sustainability #DigitalTransformation 

The APAC region is the sleeping giant of supply chain digitization. Now, it’s time for the West to wake up. On the latest episode of #TheZero100Podcast, Geraint John and Kevin O'Marah discuss new research on the growing divide between East and West when it comes to digital skills, tools, and processes. Along the way, they get into: 🇮🇳 How India became the region’s rising star 🧠 What leaders like LG Electronics and Toyota Motor Corporation are doing to get ahead 💰 The secrets behind Temu's low prices 💡 Lessons from APAC supply chains that leaders can tap into now Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 👇 Apple: https://lnkd.in/eJ_9hMXm Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ecZ65jrR #SupplyChain #DigitalTransformation

📣 Elections and market news have dominated the headlines recently. But for supply chain leaders, tackling climate change remains high on the agenda – particularly when it comes to Scope 3 emissions. 🌍 Speaking with executives, technologists, and policymakers in our community, Zero100 identified five critical gaps that leaders must address if they want to move from performative gestures to meaningful solutions. Check out Kevin O'Marah’s latest Signal for the rundown 👇

Ernest Nicolas, Chief Supply Chain Officer at HP, is a passionate leader, an advocate for diversity, and – as Zero100 found out – a fountain of career advice. His top tips for supply chain pros? 🌟Prioritize diverse and inclusive leadership: “I believe in the power of inclusion and what that means for individuals. My hope for the future is that supply chain leaders and their organizations can make these bold commitments just as HP has.” 🤝Find someone to fight your corner: “No one gets to these leadership positions without strong mentorship and sponsorship.” 🔄Think end to end: “That, to me, means they understand the implications of their decisions in one core area, and what that means to the other core functions.” 🪨Say no to job-hopping: “Don’t rush it, enjoy the moment, and then look for the right opportunity.” Find out more about Ernest’s journey in supply chain, and what he’s learned along the way, in the latest episode of The Path 👇 #SupplyChain #Leadership #CareerAdvice

🌎 In a world where volatile geopolitics and environmental directives are pressuring supply chain leaders to regionalize, economic meltdowns are also upending supply chain networks. 📉 The recent Tokyo stock crash is just one example. And these sorts of spontaneous events can be more disruptive than a direct supply network hit, says Steve Hochman in this week’s Signal. ⚡One thing is certain: risk has a seat at the table. So, dynamic, holistic, risk-adjusted, and actionable supply chain network strategy must, too. Check the latest Signal for more from Steve about the nuances behind regionalization and why it’s time to flex – now. #SupplyChain #Regionalization #SupplyChainStrategy

Thanks to AI, profits, productivity, and efficiency are up. One thing that’s down? Supply chain waste.     ✂️️ 71% of supply chain leaders predict that AI will curb excess inventory. But the truth is, AI is slashing waste of all kinds – from food and packaging to water consumption and product development time.     Check out our latest Data Insight for more on how AI is cutting down waste across the entire supply chain: https://lnkd.in/gZNF-KUp   #SupplyChain #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalTransformation