The right supply chain leader understands the work, listens to the people doing it, works well with other teams, and can make a call when the answer is unclear.

The companies with the lowest first-year turnover in supply chain are spending more time and discipline on the front end of the hiring process.

Finding the people who can run a nearshore operation, manage cross-border compliance, and keep costs from spiraling is where companies are getting stuck.

At their best, certifications give you a structured framework for thinking about supply chain problems.