L.I.N.K. Educate | Supply Chain Disruptions Transform Education

In this week’s episode a professor and department chair comes on to discuss how the current supply chain crisis changes how professors educate about the supply chain.

December 16, 2021

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The current disruptions in the supply chain offer a unique opportunity for education and reform in the industry. In this week’s episode, managing editor sits down with Anna Nagurney, Eugene M. Isenberg chair in Integrative Studies of the Isenberg School of Management at University of Massachusetts to find out more about this and how the crisis changes how professors in the supply chain educate.

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SCN Summit: Future of the Supply Chain Kicks Off Dec. 3

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Fostering Agile Supply Chains with Data Analytics: Alexis Asks

Supply chain resiliency requires the ability to predict, prepare and act on insights before disruptions occur— this is no longer a luxury.

Pros to Know Award: Nominations Open

This award recognizes influential individuals whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain for competitive advantage. Submissions close Dec. 27.

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43% of Students to Consider Skilled Career, but Need More Information: Study

The challenge is ensuring young adults and those who influence their career decisions understand a skilled career vs. the more traditional college or military track.

Women in Supply Chain Forum: Ulta Beauty, Uber Freight, Coca-Cola to Lead Content Sessions

Register today for this year's Women in Supply Chain Forum, scheduled for Nov. 12-13 in Atlanta.

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Women in Supply Chain

This year's award showcases how mentorship, collaboration and self-advocacy pave the way for future female leaders.

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Women in Supply Chain Award: How Mentorship, Collaboration and Self-Advocacy Pave the Way for Future Female Leaders

Meet the winners from this year's Women in Supply Chain award. For these winners, it’s about mentorship, self-advocacy, collaboration and closing the gender gap to pave the way for future female leaders in logistics.

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Biden-Harris Administration Provides Millions to Boost Trucking Workforce Programs

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced awards totaling nearly $3.5 million to 27 colleges and other commercial driver’s license (CDL) training programs.

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The Rise of New-Collar Workforce

As companies race to integrate these technologies, new research from Zero100 reveals a growing gap between ambitious digital transformation goals and the skills required to achieve them.

Women in Supply Chain: Walmart's Jennifer McKeehan Named Overall Trailblazer

Jennifer McKeehan, SVP, transportation and delivery for Walmart, was named the overall winner of the Trailblazers category for this year’s Women in Supply award.

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Pay Equity Report Details Employer Efforts in Closing Wage Gaps

One in three (34%) companies today still do not have a pay equity strategy in place, and over half (54%) doubt their company complies with global standards.

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Learning Management System for Trucking Fleets

With Luma Navigator, organizations can deliver individualized coaching plans that integrate multiple modes of educational interaction to drive behavior change.

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Next Generation Workers: The Future of Supply Chain Careers

For the Gen Zers diving into supply chain careers: look for opportunities at all types of companies.

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DeepHow Introduces Smart AI Quizzing for Skilled Workforce Training

Leveraging advanced generative AI technology, this feature ensures personalized learning experiences while continuously verifying employees' skills.

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Amazon Business Launches New Immersive Educational Hub

Amazon Business offers an interactive new online resource center called Small Business Success Studio. The studio provides small businesses with free online educational tools and resources.

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Pros to Know: ALOM's Hannah Kain Blazes Path for Women in Supply Chain

Hannah Kain, president and CEO of ALOM, was named one of our Lifetime Achievement award winners from this year’s Pros to Know award.

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Implementing Gender Balance in Supply Chain Management

The journey towards gender balance in supply chain management is not just about reaching quotas, it's about embracing diversity as a strategic advantage for all.

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Women in Supply Chain: Manifest's Pam Simon Talks Embracing the Supply Chain Journey

Pam Simon, conference chair and EVP of programming for Manifest, hosted by Connectiv, named one of our 2023 Women in Supply Chain award winners, talks relationships, work-life balance and embracing the journey.

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Can AI Tech Attract Gen Z to a Logistics Career?

There is hope to make careers in the warehouse a strong fit for Gen Z, but companies must act soon and embracing better technology for their workers should be their first step.

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Report Finds Frontline Logistics Employees Feel Undervalued

The report finds that, despite more than 60% of logistics workers considering their roles long-term career commitments, 40% of workers have considered leaving their job in the past year due to low pay and feeling undervalued.

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Women in Supply Chain: Manifest's Katie Date Talks Bringing Together Women in Supply Chain

Katie Date, SVP of industry relations and strategic initiatives at Manifest: The Future of Logistics, was the keynote speaker at Food Logistics' and Supply & Demand Chain Executive's 2023 Women in Supply Chain Forum.

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Nominations Close June 21 for 2024 Women in Supply Chain Award

This award recognizes female supply chain leaders and executives whose accomplishments set a foundation for women in all levels of a company’s supply chain network. Submissions close June 21!

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Pros to Know: Let's Talk Supply Chain's Sarah Barnes-Humphrey Details Supply Chain Opportunities for Under-Served Voices

Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, founder of Let’s Talk Supply Chain, was named one of our Lifetime Achievement award winners from this year’s Pros to Know award.

Pros to Know: i3 Advantage's Patricia Moser Positive Transformation

Patricia Moser, principal and owner of i3 Advantage Inc., was named one of our Lifetime Achievement award winners from this year’s Pros to Know award.

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CDL Tuition Subsidies to Run Out; Get Those CDL Licenses Now

FleetForce Truck Driver Training is calling on individuals interested in career opportunities in the supply chain, logistics, and transportation sectors to obtain a CDL license before state funding expires.

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49% of Supply Chain Organizations Have Formal DEI Objectives: Gartner Study

Nearly half of supply chain organizations have formal diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) objectives with specific targets on management scorecards, according to a survey by Gartner, Inc.

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Women in Supply Chain: Be Your Own Champion, Champion Others

Stop being modest. It's time to be your own champion and champion others. Those are the words of wisdom given by Christine Barnhart, chief marketing and industry officer for Nulogy, and one of this year's Women in Supply Chain winners.