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The Future of Supply Chain

SAP SE
Supply Chain Management
Sustainability
Artificial Intelligence
SAP
Sustainable Logistics
Supply Chain
Digitalization
Blockchain
Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG)
Freight Forwarding
Logistics Partnerships
Circular Economy
Plastic Pollution
Technological Innovation
Blue Diamond Growers
Settlemint
Supply Chain Resilience
Resiliency
Accenture
Covid-19

The Future of Supply Chain podcast is a show hosted by Richard Howells, Sin To, and Nicole Smythe. The trio discusses hot topics, best practices, and the latest innovations to deliver a risk-resilient and sustainable supply chain. The show features interviews with experts from the world of supply chain, sustainability, and Industry 4.0, who will address the issues of today and tomorrow. This is an... more

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This week, we welcomed SAP’s Hagen Heubach to discuss the EV battery supply chain, covering risks, production strategies, data, AI, and recycling. We also explored why software is increasingly becoming a crucial differentiator for automakers

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In this week's episode, we explore why the future of manufacturing is in the cloud, how hybrid architectures, AI, and edge are transforming plants, and what leaders must do on security, data, and people to succeed.

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In this week’s episode Richard and SAP’s Dominik Metzger explore how Agentic AI, simulations and data fabrics redefine supply chain orchestration, turning disruption into advantage and reshaping roles, networks and operating models for 2026 and beyon... more

In this week’s episode Richard, Darcy MacClaren and Prathiba David explore sustainability by design, showing how AI, data and finance converge to cut Scope 3 emissions, boost resilience and turn green supply chains into core business strategy

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Recent Guests

Shaun Mitra
Partner at IBM focused on manufacturing and digital transformation.
IBM
Episode: Episode 144: Why the future of manufacturing is in the cloud with Shaun Mitra from IBM
Dominik Metzger
Runs SAP's product and engineering organization for supply chain management.
SAP
Episode: Episode 143: The role of AI and Supply Chain Orchestration in 2026 and beyond with SAP's Dominik Metzger
Darcy MacClaren
Senior Advisor to several supply chain technology companies with over 25 years of experience, previously held the position of Global Chief Revenue Officer at SAP.
1LogTech
Episode: Episode 142: Sustainability by Design: Exploring AI, Supply Chain & Finance with Darcy MacClaren and Prathiba David
Prathiba David
Formerly associated with Morgan Stanley and EY, now focusing on sustainability within startups and helping companies align AI with sustainable practices.
Sustainability Startup
Episode: Episode 142: Sustainability by Design: Exploring AI, Supply Chain & Finance with Darcy MacClaren and Prathiba David
Oyku Ilgar
Marketer, blogger, and podcaster in the supply chain and ERP area at SAP
SAP
Episode: Episode 140: A 2025 Wrap-up
Jeb Inslee
SAP expert discussing digital transformation
SAP
Episode: Episode 140: A 2025 Wrap-up
Jim Beru
President and CEO of Loftware
Loftware
Episode: Episode 140: A 2025 Wrap-up
Benedict Geiger
SAP expert discussing future of supply chains
SAP
Episode: Episode 140: A 2025 Wrap-up
Tony Howells
SAP expert discussing supply chain orchestration
SAP
Episode: Episode 140: A 2025 Wrap-up

Hosts

Richard Howells
Host and Thought Leader with extensive experience in supply chain management.
Sin To
Co-host specializing in supply chain innovations and insights.

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Episode 144: Why the future of manufacturing is in the cloud with Shaun Mitra from IBM
Q: What guidance would you give companies setting on-premise solutions looking to embark on a cloud journey?
Start with a hybrid model, standardize data early, leverage the cloud to innovate, and invest in change management for organizational readiness.
Episode 144: Why the future of manufacturing is in the cloud with Shaun Mitra from IBM
Q: What are the biggest cybersecurity and data governance challenges manufacturers face when moving critical operations to the cloud?
Alignment between IT and OT security models and managing fragmented data landscapes from legacy systems are major challenges.
Episode 144: Why the future of manufacturing is in the cloud with Shaun Mitra from IBM
Q: How are cloud platforms transforming the way manufacturers design products, produce products, and maintain products?
Cloud platforms enable global collaboration and data-driven decision-making, shifting maintenance to predictive models based on real-time data.
Episode 144: Why the future of manufacturing is in the cloud with Shaun Mitra from IBM
Q: What does cloud manufacturing really mean today for people that maybe are not fully aware?
Cloud manufacturing refers to cloud-based intelligence that enhances local execution, rather than simply moving machine controls to the cloud.
Episode 144: Why the future of manufacturing is in the cloud with Shaun Mitra from IBM
Q: What are some of the inhibitors that you've been seeing for manufacturers moving to the cloud?
Manufacturers have had concerns around latency, cybersecurity risks, and the need for real-time control, which made cloud adoption seem risky, especially on the shop floor.

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A show dedicated to exploring the complexities and innovations in supply chain management, covering a wide range of topics including risk resilience, sustainability, and the implementation of Industry 4.0 technologies. It features interviews with industry experts who share insights on contemporary challenges and future trends affecting supply chains. Noteworthy for its engaging discussions on how organizations can adapt to evolving environments through collaboration and technological integration, the show serves as a resource for executives in supply chain, R&D, manufacturing, logistics, and operations seeking to enhance their strategies and operational efficiency.

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1. Let's Talk Supply Chain
2. Leaders in Supply Chain and Logistics Podcast
3. The McKinsey Podcast
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1. Shaun Mitra
2. Dominik Metzger
3. Darcy MacClaren
4. Prathiba David
5. Oyku Ilgar
6. Jeb Inslee
7. Jim Beru
8. Benedict Geiger

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