The role of the supply chain planner isn’t going away, no matter the advancements in technology, says Cristina Carvallo, senior director at Gartner. But the position does require adopting new skills.

AI aggregates and analyzes fleet-related data, creating a comprehensive picture of driver behavior, vehicle performance, compliance issues and operational risks.

Companies that embed scenario thinking into their supply chain strategy will be better positioned to adapt.

Companies will need to take more ownership of workforce development through tailored training, upskilling and clearer pathways into technical roles, says the CEO of Orion Talent.

Three new AI-powered tools — Pulse, Expert and Coach — are designed to extend structured learning into daily professional practice.

The organizations that normalize learning, create shared standards, and make experimentation safe will be the ones that succeed in using AI to improve their supply chains.

A lot of the conversation about supply chain optimization occurs within retailer organizations. But how does that actually impact the customer experience? 

Instead of being feared as a replacement for procurement professionals, AI should be seen as a potent assistance. 

The students' video explained upstream sourcing and downstream delivery, while showing how supply chains can be optimized to guard against disruptions.

The internship will run for 15 weeks, providing hands-on experience in logistics, transportation, agribusiness and warehousing across Indiana's three major ports.