With disruptions becoming more frequent, companies must adapt or risk falling behind.

To stay ahead, many are embracing new technology, with AI emerging as a powerful tool for enhancing supply chain agility and resilience.

In this episode, Steve Hochman, VP of Research at Zero100, joins hosts Reid Jackson and Liz Sertl to talk about the key trends shaping the future of supply chains. He highlights the need for organizations to adapt by improving cross-functional collaboration and leveraging artificial intelligence.

In today’s rapidly changing global environment, organizations must focus on their people, processes, and technology to build lasting supply chain resilience.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Effective ways to leverage AI for automating supply chain operations
• The importance of cross-collaboration for a more integrated and responsive system
• How to implement small-scale AI experiments for meaningful impact

Jump into the conversation:

(00:00) Introducing Next Level Supply Chain

(03:10) The rise of supply chain volatility

(08:12) Cross-functional collaboration in supply chains

(15:35) Innovation through AI experiments

(17:48) Case study: Shein’s use of AI for e-commerce

(21:07) The importance of data management

(25:40) Considering the ethical implications of AI

(31:16) Future trends of AI in supply chains

(32:39) Steve Hochman’s favorite tech

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With less than 10% of warehouses currently automated, the industry is on the verge of a major transformation.

As automation surges, one element will define success: the power of high-quality data.

In this episode, Ries Bouwman, Product Manager at KNAPP, and Gasper Gulotta, Director of Software Consultancy at KNAPP, join hosts Reid Jackson and Liz Sertl to discuss how accurate data is essential to the future of warehouse automation.

Reis and Gasper share examples of how poor data can disrupt automated systems, causing costly delays and inefficiencies. They emphasize that by improving data management, companies can not only prevent these issues but also unlock the full potential of automation.

Automation isn’t just about the machines—it’s about ensuring accurate, complete data that systems can rely on to function smoothly.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why data accuracy is critical for successful warehouse automation

• The challenges and costs associated with incorrect or incomplete data

• The role of GS1 standards in improving data quality across supply chains

Jump into the conversation:

(00:00) Introducing Next Level Supply Chain

(02:28) KNAPP and its journey in automation

(05:22) The importance of data quality in automation

(08:38) Connecting KiSoft to ERP systems

(13:23) Verifying data accuracy

(18:13) Raising industry standards for better data

(24:20) Bad data causing issues for warehouse automation

(30:39) Ries and Gaspar’s favorite tech

(34:32) Smarter data collection through AI and quantum computing

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Gasper Gulotta on LinkedIn

As supply chains become increasingly complex and stringent regulations like DSCSA and FSMA become more prevalent, understanding how to leverage EPCIS (Electronic Product Code Information Services) for granular visibility and efficient data management is more crucial than ever.

In this episode, hosts Reid Jackson and Liz Sertl are joined by Matt Andrews, Global Standards Director at GS1 US. Matt unpacks the fundamentals and applications of EPCIS, from its role in modeling supply chain processes to its transformative impact across industries like healthcare, food, retail, and logistics.

EPCIS can help your organization achieve unparalleled supply chain visibility, improve compliance, and drive competitive advantage.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The intricacies of EPCIS (Electronic Product Code Information Services) and its universal application across industries for enhanced supply chain visibility, compliance, and efficiency.

• How EPCIS can revolutionize inventory management with real-time data accuracy, from monitoring cycle counts to tracking product movement from back of house to point of sale.

• How industries such as healthcare and food service leverage EPCIS to comply with regulations like DSCSA and FSMA 204, ensuring traceability down to the unique item level.

Jump into the Conversation:

(00:00) Introducing Next Level Supply Chain

(06:25) Benefits that organizations are seeing by leveraging EPCIS

(08:00) Full granular visibility, item-level tracking, inventory management

(13:54) How EPCIS can log events from manufacturing to sales

(17:03) Enhanced supply chain visibility through real-time EPCIS data

(18:28) Accessing claims compliance through advanced visibility

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Matt Andrews on LinkedIn