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The Future of Supply Chain

SAP SE
Supply Chain Management
Sustainability
Supply Chain
Artificial Intelligence
SAP
Digital Transformation
Logistics
Automation
Tariffs
E-Commerce
Circular Economy
Supply Chain Resilience
Supply Chain Planning
Cybersecurity
Digitalization
Sustainable Logistics
Warehouse Automation
Blockchain
AI In Supply Chain
Operational Efficiency

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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Logistics used to be about keeping costs down; today, it’s about surviving the next disruption. We’re unpacking how to break free from aging legacy systems, when to play it safe versus leapfrog to the cloud, and what the future of logistics looks lik... more

This week, we welcomed Sachin Vijayan from Westernacher, who explained how AI, agents, and real-time sensing are driving the shift toward self-healing supply chains and why humans will remain accountable.

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In this episode, we go behind the scenes at Lufthansa Technik with Lena Kaehler. We discuss how they deliver aviation spare parts fast, adapt to trade changes, and aim for smarter AI and CO2 neutrality.

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Discover industrial AI at Hannover Messe with SAP’s Matthias Deindl, covering embodied AI, productivity-boosting agents, and demos like ginger-shot packaging, digital twins, warehouse robots and partner integrations.

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Recent Guests

Sachin Vijayan
Leader of the global planning practice at Westernacher Consulting
Westernacher Consulting
Episode: Episode 157: Self-Healing Supply Chain with Westernacher’s Sachin Vijayan
Lena Kaehler
Senior Director for Component Logistics, Transportation and Sales
Lufthansa Technik Logistics Services
Episode: Episode 156: In Control at 30,000 Feet: How Lufthansa Technik Manages Global Supply Chain Risk
Matthias Deindl
Industry product engineering for Discrete Industries at SAP
SAP
Episode: Episode 155: Transforming Manufacturing: Industrial AI at Hannover Messe 2026 with SAP's Matthias Deindl
Oleksandra Ostapenko
Head of Product Management for Industry Standards and Regulations in Supply Chain Management
SAP
Episode: Episode 154: Beyond Compliance: Digital Product Passports as Strategic Advantage with SAP's Oleksandra Ostapenko
Markus Kirchschlager
Managing partner at PANTARHEI Advisors
PANTARHEI Advisors
Episode: Episode 153: How Communication Shapes Transformation – From the Shopfloor to the Boardroom with Markus Kirchschlager
Maria Clara Sayeg
Lead Data and AI at the World Economic Forum
World Economic Forum
Episode: Episode 151: The importance of data with Maria Clara Sayeg Ribeiro
Bill Catania
Founder and CEO, OneRail
OneRail
Episode: Episode 150: The Customer Experience Supply Chain: Meeting Expectations in the Age of Same-Day Delivery with OneRail
Mindy Davis
Head of Product Marketing for cross-portfolio solutions in SAP's supply chain
SAP
Episode: Episode 149: International Women’s Day: Women, Leadership, and AI-Driven Transformation in Supply Chain
Lori Harner
Vice President of Product Marketing for Apply Chain Planning
SAP
Episode: Episode 149: International Women’s Day: Women, Leadership, and AI-Driven Transformation in Supply Chain

Hosts

Richard Howells
Host known for expert insights into supply chain management and operational strategies.
Sin To
Co-host specializing in discussions around supply chain innovation and future trends.
Nicole Smythe
Host with a focus on sustainability and marketing strategies in supply chain contexts.

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#99
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Apple Podcasts
#158
Saudi Arabia/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#190
South Africa/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#239
Austria/Technology

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Episode 158: Logistics in the 21st Century: The Journey to the Cloud
Q: What are the main journeys SAP envisions for moving customers from old systems to modern logistics platforms?
Till outlines multiple paths: a stock room management interim for ECC/LEWM users to delay full migration; moving to S4HANA Cloud in basic or advanced modes depending on complexity; and an acceleration path directly from legacy on-premise to logistics management as a SaaS-native option, allowing rapid adoption for simpler processes while larger scale operations may stay on S4HANA with EWM/TM. The chosen path depends on current system, process complexity, and desired speed of modernization.
Episode 156: In Control at 30,000 Feet: How Lufthansa Technik Manages Global Supply Chain Risk
Q: How has the industry been affected by tariffs and cross-border regulations?
Tariffs and trade regulations have increased volatility; we adapt by reorganizing supply paths, reevaluating which parts cross borders, and applying tariff programs with our robust data foundation to maintain service levels while staying compliant.
Episode 156: In Control at 30,000 Feet: How Lufthansa Technik Manages Global Supply Chain Risk
Q: How do you decide what to keep in stock and where to store it?
We use a material-pooling model that shares stock across 800 airlines, supported by a bespoke material-planning system that analyzes aircraft technology, flight hours, defect rates, and turnaround times to determine stocking levels and optimal locations.
Episode 154: Beyond Compliance: Digital Product Passports as Strategic Advantage with SAP's Oleksandra Ostapenko
Q: What does a transformation journey to 2027 look like for companies?
Companies should begin now with material traceability, data mapping across supply tiers, and understanding batch applicability; the February 2027 deadline targets industrial batches over 2 kW, and early preparation reduces risk while enabling cross-industry applicability and scalable implementation across different product categories.
Episode 154: Beyond Compliance: Digital Product Passports as Strategic Advantage with SAP's Oleksandra Ostapenko
Q: How does SAP ensure data interoperability and security across fragmented value chains?
SAP emphasizes a multi-passport platform, secure data sharing at the attribute level, and a mature, certified network; it supports integration with design and sustainability data, uses administration shells and industry standards, and enables selective sharing with end customers while keeping sensitive data secure.

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This podcast focuses on pressing topics within the supply chain industry, emphasizing the integration of technology, sustainability, and innovation to enhance resilience and efficiency. Key discussions revolve around transformative projects, such as the Fehmarnbelt Tunnel, and the evolving role of artificial intelligence, cloud technology, and digital transformation in optimizing supply chains. With expert guests from various sectors, including consulting and technology, the content aims to provide actionable insights that can directly influence supply chain strategies and operational efficiencies. Notably, the emphasis on sustainability by design highlights the growing importance of eco-conscious practices within the industry, making it a ... more

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1. Sachin Vijayan
2. Lena Kaehler
3. Matthias Deindl
4. Oleksandra Ostapenko
5. Markus Kirchschlager
6. Maria Clara Sayeg
7. Bill Catania
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