Angela Robine, director of strategy-supply chain with VF Corp., talks about the challenge of taking the long view at a time when so many companies are struggling merely to survive.

At a time when supply chain experts are preaching the benefits of diversified sourcing, an alarmingly small number of manufacturers seem to be practicing it.

The amount of real-time data from multiple sources needed to optimize operations and move product quickly requires advanced, artificial intelligence–enabled technology. Enter predictive analytics. 

The competition to find workers has moved beyond traditional supply chain roles, with virtually everyone trying to hire. 

Data science is bringing innovation to underwriting trucking insurance, says Ian White, chief executive officer of Koffie Labs.