Supply Chain Now1 Jan 2025

Supply Chain Now Classic- Materials Management Mastery in the External Supply Chain

Now’s the time to learn to stay ahead of supply chain disruptions and improve your materials management capabilities for a competitive edge.

In this classic episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott W. Luton and Kim Reuter explore the evolving landscape of materials management in the fast-moving consumer goods supply chain space. Joined by Michael King, Chief Customer Experience Officer at Nulogy, and Kevin Wong, Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer at Nulogy, the discussion uncovers the critical role of technology in managing unpredictable demand, increasing product complexity, and the overall efficiency of supply chains.

Expect actionable advice, expert opinions, and a masterclass in leveraging technology to drive supply chain success.

Jump into the conversation:

00:00 Introduction to Michael King and Kevin Wong

06:54 Leveraging technology for global supply chain success

09:56 Increasing awareness and tools for materials management

14:09 Understanding how high fines impact supply chain operation efficiency

17:33 Enterprise organization’s move towards integrated supply chain

20:05 Embracing change in technology for leadership

23:50 The role of data collection and predictive analytics in reshaping business

27:07 How new technology reduces invoicing latency and improves cash flow

33:51 Why enterprise software complexity and cybersecurity are critical

35:40 Assess interactions, embrace change, and surf through

41:59 Empowering your team's success

Additional Links & Resources:

Connect with Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/knwong/
Connect with Michael: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeking33/
Learn more about Nulogy: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nulogy/
Nulogy's eBook- Waste Not: Solving Materials Management Challenges in the External Supply Chain: https://bit.ly/3zdnqfK
Nulogy's Industry Report- Contract Manufacturing: The Value of a Contract-Based Approach: https://bit.ly/4cfoRZO
Connect with Kim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-reuter-csg/
Connect with Scott: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/
Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com
Subscribe to Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com/join
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WEBINAR- E2E Demand Planning – Tactics for Driving Value at Scale: https://bit.ly/4g5VdaD

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