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Supply Chain Management
Sustainability
Supply Chain
Consumer Behavior
Covid-19
Inventory Management
E-Commerce
Food Waste
Tariffs
Technology
Technology In Retail
Nearshoring
Mexico
Canada
Reshoring
Automation
Packaging
Cold Chain
Labeling and Packaging
Climate Change

More than just a link in the chain, The Chain podcast shines a light on powerful, complex systems of technology, business and people that make up what we call the supply chain. Created and produced by ASCM (Association for Supply Chain Management), The Chain is a riveting podcast that discusses the toughest supply chain challenges and the people who get the job done no matter the disruptions. Join... more

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In this episode of The Chain Podcast, we dive into the future of returns and the creation of a more sustainable and socially conscious supply chain. Our host, Abe Eshkenazi, is joined by Disney Petit, the CEO and founder of LiquiDonate. Disney shares... more

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Join host Abe Eshkenazi and Dr. Zal Phiroz, professor of supply chain management at Harvard University.

Dr. Phiroz shares his unique journey from computer science to supply chain. We explore the evolving role of the Chief Supply Chain Officer, the b... more

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The global supply chain is walking a tariff tightrope, and the impact is reaching far and wide.

Join us as we unravel the complexities of current trade negotiations and their direct effects on everything from consumer prices to long-term business st... more

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ASCM CEO Abe Eskenazi sits down with Heather Lane, VP of Supply Chain Strategy and Systems at Ulta Beauty.

Learn how Ulta Beauty navigated a massive supply chain transformation, accelerated by the pandemic's e-commerce boom. Heather shares insights ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Zal Phiroz
Distinguished professor of supply chain management and operations with faculty appointments at MSU and Harvard University.
Episode: The Future of Supply Chain Leadership
David Stephen Jacoby
Supply chain expert and educator, teaching graduate operations
University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School of Business and New York University Stern School of Business
Episode: Tariff Tightrope: Navigating the New Global Supply Chain
Heather Lane
Vice President of Supply Chain Strategy and Systems at Ulta Beauty
Ulta Beauty
Episode: Ulta Beauty's Supply Chain Glow-Up
Stuart Ford
Technology executive at Dropit with experience in retail and sustainability
Dropit
Episode: Reimagining Global Supply Chain Efficiency for Retail
Kathy Fulton
Executive Director of the American Logistics Aid Network
American Logistics Aid Network
Episode: Logistics of Humanitarian Aid
Linda Dunn
Faculty Director and Assistant Professor for the Masters in Supply Chain Management Program
Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies
Episode: Beyond the Expiration Date: Rethinking Shelf Life and Distribution
Merieke Stevens
Professor with Supply Chain Ecosystems at RSM Erasmus University and a visiting academic fellow at the University of Cambridge Institute for Manufacturing.
RSM Erasmus University
Episode: Demand Signals: Consumers Cast Their Votes
Doug Thomas
Professor at the Darden School of Business, expert on supply chain management and strategy
University of Virginia
Episode: The Secret Life of Your Package
Alastair Charatan
Independent supply chain expert, lecturer, and host of Supply Chain Talk
Episode: Tariff Predictions

Host

Abe Eshkenazi
Host of the podcast and a thought leader in supply chain management, bringing insights from his vast experience in the industry.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Deep supply chain conversations

    ASCM is the source for all things supply chain. This podcast is a perfect balance of deep supply chain conversations and in bite size chunks for quick listening. They’re always relevant and recent topics and worth a listen to anyone who’s interested in supply chain.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adhesive woman
    United States2 years ago
  • Insightful

    This is one of the most insightful podcasts on Supply Chain around. The hosts ask outstanding questions and keep the audience engaged.

    Great job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Supply Chain Guy
    United States5 years ago

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Many appreciate the depth of coverage and breadth of guest expertise, highlighting that the show makes intricate supply chain issues accessible and interesting to a broader audience.
Listeners praise the podcast for its engaging and insightful discussions about complex supply chain topics, noting the relevance of the content to current industry challenges.

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Revolutionizing Returns with LiquiDonate
Q: What can consumers do to support sustainable practices when buying or returning products?
Consumers should consider their purchasing decisions carefully and avoid unnecessary returns for the sake of the environment.
Revolutionizing Returns with LiquiDonate
Q: Are younger generations returning items at different rates than older generations?
Return rates are similar across generations; younger consumers may be more aware of return processes and their environmental impact.
Revolutionizing Returns with LiquiDonate
Q: How has e-commerce transformed return rates?
E-commerce has continued to grow, leading to increased return rates, particularly driven by practices established by Amazon.
Revolutionizing Returns with LiquiDonate
Q: What does it mean to reprogram a return?
It means finding the best outcome for the product at the point of return based on the retailer's parameters.
Tariff Tightrope: Navigating the New Global Supply Chain
Q: What do you think are the important short-term and long-term challenges in terms of costs and supplier relationships?
In the short term, Jacob emphasizes that traditional inventory management pressures remain, while the long term sees challenges in establishing reliable supplier relationships amid trade uncertainties.

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Engaging deeply with the intricate world of supply chain management, this podcast highlights the crucial elements of technology, business, and human relationships that constitute supply chains. Episodes feature discussions on current challenges, innovative solutions, and transformative strategies from leaders in the field, such as executives from retail and humanitarian organizations. Notably, the content addresses pressing issues like sustainability, inventory management, and the impact of consumer behavior in an era of e-commerce, providing listeners with actionable insights and expert perspectives relevant to both their professional and personal interests.

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1. Dr. Zal Phiroz
2. David Stephen Jacoby
3. Heather Lane
4. Stuart Ford
5. Kathy Fulton
6. Linda Dunn
7. Merieke Stevens
8. Doug Thomas

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