Organizations are struggling to secure the labor, knowledge workers and leaders they need to thrive — and logistics and supply chain-focused businesses have been hit particularly hard.

How can supply chain leaders implement a sense of predictability in an unpredictable market? By investing in talent and technology, such as artificial intelligence, that can support modern-day challenges.

More than 6,000 unionized workers with the chip-maker's semiconductor division walked out on July 8.

The dispute dates back to December, when DP World Canada revealed plans to automate parts of its rail intermodal yard at Vancouver's Centerm Terminal.

DP World Canada put the union on notice in December 2023 that it would unilaterally introduce some automation at its rail intermodal yard at the Centerm port in Vancouver.

While there’s little disagreement among manufacturers about what they must do to cope with ongoing supply chain disruptions, there's a significant gap between intention and action.

According to cargo security company Overhaul, there were 38% more cargo thefts in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same timeframe last year.

Artificial intelligence is quite promising in helping supply chain leaders to address the talent gap, says Dawn Andre, chief product officer at Jaggaer.

Junker is the product director for electric vehicles at PACCAR Parts, having started with the company in 2018 working with dealer groups.

The supply chain discipline has become a C-suite concern that drives competitive advantage and customer excellence — one that requires expansive leadership skills and technical prowess.