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Artwork for Resilient Supply Chain— stories and strategies that keep business moving

Resilient Supply Chain— stories and strategies that keep business moving

Tom Raftery
Sustainability
Supply Chain Management
Artificial Intelligence
Supply Chain
Scope 3 Emissions
Supply Chain Resilience
Circular Economy
Climate Change
Data Analytics
AI In Supply Chain
Data Management
Compliance
Blockchain
Logistics
Fleet Management
Digital Transformation
Procurement
Telematics
Automation
Decarbonization

Resilient Supply Chain is for supply chain, operations, procurement and technology leaders who need practical ways to manage disruption, reduce risk and keep business moving.Each Monday, former SAP Global VP and technology futurist Tom Raftery speaks with the executives, operators, founders and innovators redesigning how goods, information and decisions move through global supply chains.These are ... more

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An autonomous truck does not create an autonomous yard. Without aligned decisions, reliable data and clear ownership, smart assets become expensive distractions.

I’m joined by Matt Yearling, CEO of YMX Logistics; Chad Fox, Manager... more

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What if your ERP only sees the supplier decision after the real battle is already over?

In this episode of the Resilient Supply Chain Podcast, I’m joined by Spencer Penn, CEO and co-founder of LightSource, a direct procurement AI ... more

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How many fulfilment failures start as “just this once” exceptions?

In this episode of the Resilient Supply Chain Podcast, I’m joined by Leo Rodriguez, VP at River Plate Inc., a Southern California 3PL working across e-commerce, re... more

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How much do we really know about the minerals powering the energy transition?

In this episode of the Resilient Supply Chain Podcast, I’m joined by Johan Oosthuizen, a responsible sourcing specialist based in South Africa, working ... more

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Leonardo Rodriguez
Vice President at River Plate Inc.
River Plate Inc.
Episode: Why Small Fulfilment Exceptions Become Big Supply Chain Problems
Johan Oosthuizen
Responsible sourcing specialist operating at the intersection of mining, operations, supply chain governance, and regulatory due diligence
Independent consultant / Specialist
Episode: The Hidden Risk in Critical Mineral Supply Chains
Abe Eshkenazi
CEO of ASCM (Association for Supply Chain Management)
ASCM
Episode: Why Supply Chain Agility Is Now a Competitive Advantage
Terry Boyle
CEO of Trove
Trove
Episode: The 5-Point EBITDA Opportunity in Reverse Logistics
Robbert de Looff
Industry Commercial Lead for chemicals at OMP
OMP
Episode: Supply Chain Resilience Fails When Decisions Move Too Slowly
Adam Newsome
CEO of Lazer Logistics
Lazer Logistics
Episode: Why Yard Automation Is Harder Than Autonomous Trucking
Blaine Dirker
CTO at Lazer and Leader of Yard Nexus
Lazer Logistics / Yard Nexus
Episode: Why Yard Automation Is Harder Than Autonomous Trucking
Pini Usha
Product Manager from Buffers AI
Buffers AI
Episode: Why Yard Automation Is Harder Than Autonomous Trucking
Wayne Scott
GRC solutions lead at Escode
Escode
Episode: When Critical Software Becomes a Supply Chain Risk

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Tom Raftery
Host of Resilient Supply Chain; technology evangelist and sustainability leader with experience at SAP and in global executive roles.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 91 ratings
  • Excellent

    Podcast Addict
    EmmyX
    3 years ago
  • Highly recommend tuning in!

    If you’re interested in learning more about all things supply chain, I would highly recommend tuning in! Tom leads his expert guests in engaging conversations that spark excellent insights into the current state of the industry. Fantastic content, delivered in an easily digestible format!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oliviabaker13
    United States5 years ago
  • Super insightful topics

    Great way to get started on learning the basics of supply chains! Tom's also great at breaking down complex topics into smaller chunks for better understanding.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    howardtnyc
    United States5 years ago
  • Great format!

    I am really enjoying the insights from the different perspectives in the field. The 20 minute show length is great as most shows are an hour or more in length per episode, this show cuts out the fluff and gets right to the good stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EmanuelQ3
    United States6 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Tom is the best!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    perchpod
    United States6 years ago

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Episodes are praised for real-world case studies and clear, jargon-free explanations.
The host guides conversations smoothly, balancing depth with accessibility and actionable insights.
The show consistently delivers timely topics on resilience, AI governance, and sustainability in supply chains.
Guests bring diverse perspectives across technology and operations, enriching the discussions.
Listeners praise the concise, insightful format and practical takeaways for supply-chain challenges.

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Why Small Fulfilment Exceptions Become Big Supply Chain Problems
Q: And if you had to stabilise a messy fulfilment setup fast, where would you start?
The approach centers on being transparent about relationships with the brand, bringing brands, manufacturers, and freight forwarders into the loop, and leveraging CSMs and front-office teams to establish a clear, collaborative path to tighten processes and restore compliance.
AI in Supply Chain: Automation Is Not Autonomy
Q: What are practical patterns for leveraging LLMs in supply chain planning without over-claiming their capabilities?
LLMs excel as planners, explainers, and retrieval aids. Practical use includes using LLMs to explain and justify decisions, to retrieve relevant policies and contracts, and to run scenario analyses that feed into optimization tools. They should be paired with planners and simulators and grounded with data and tools so outcomes are interpretable and auditable.
AI in Supply Chain: Automation Is Not Autonomy
Q: Let's get into it. What is agentic AI in supply chain, and what should it never decide alone?
Agentic AI refers to software with agency that can plan actions, call tools, and execute multi-step workflows with minimal human prompts. However, there are critical decision domains—especially those with direct human impact or high stakes like penalties or safety—where humans must retain control and set guardrails; autonomous decisions without clear objectives and risk controls are not prudent yet.
Why Cross-Border Logistics Has No Spare Days Left
Q: How are tariffs shaping fulfillment decisions and what should leaders focus on?
Tariffs introduce uncertainty and drive the need for smarter localization and warehousing strategies (e.g., stocking in Canada to optimize tariffs), rather than simply trying to push everything across borders. Leaders should ask how to move items efficiently worldwide while managing costs and compliance.
Why Cross-Border Logistics Has No Spare Days Left
Q: What markets do you serve and how has cross-border evolved recently?
Landmark operates across Europe, Asia, and North America with a footprint in Australia, addressing increased consumer expectations, more platform competition, and rising complexity from tariffs and duties through pre-calculated, upfront costs and trusted brokerages.

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The show focuses on resilience, optimization, and sustainability across global supply chains, with guests ranging from C-suite executives to technology and sustainability leaders. Episodes frequently explore risk mitigation, AI-driven visibility, digital twins, ESG transformation, nearshoring, and innovative logistics strategies, all aimed at helping organizations weather shocks and decarbonize without sacrificing performance. A notable strength is the breadth of practitioner-focused insights, from regulatory impacts and supplier risk to practical orchestration and data-driven decision making, making it a valuable resource for decision-makers in operations, procurement, and tech-enabled supply chains.

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