Supply Chain Now8 Aug 2025

The Buzz: What to Expect from Manifest 2026

In today's episode of Supply Chain Now, we discuss evolving dynamics within the supply chain job market, particularly in light of recent tariff implications and the pressing need for skilled professionals. Welcome to The Buzz!

Hosts Scott Luton and Kim Reuter also welcome special guest Katie Date, SVP of Industry Relations & Strategic Initiatives at Manifest, to discuss the upcoming Manifest 2026 conference and all the top news and recent developments in supply chain and logistics, including:

The evolving job market within the supply chain sector
The health of the manufacturing industry
The increasing integration of artificial intelligence in operational processes
How businesses are adapting to tariffs and market fluctuations, with insights drawn from a recent survey that highlights the creation of new job roles in response to these changes
The importance of sharing knowledge and best practices

Join us for invaluable insights and actionable strategies to navigate the current and future landscape of supply chain leadership.

Additional Links & Resources:

With That Said: https://bit.ly/45yieR9
EasyPost Guide: Why Peak 2025 Is Not Business as Usual: https://bit.ly/4m5Q85Q
Survey shows tariffs impacting U.S. job market: https://bit.ly/4fjJXIN
‘We’re going to have to live with tariffs’: PMI: https://bit.ly/45nSjup
Logistics Marketplace: https://bit.ly/3GVy7YD
5 questions I frequently get asked about automating operations with AI: https://bit.ly/4m17Mrm
Manifest 2026: ManifestVegas.com/SupplyChainNow
Connect with Katie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-date-89573215/
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This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Kim Reuter and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/buzz-expect-manifest-2026-1465

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