Explore every episode of the podcast Resilient Supply Chain
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| Small Fleets, Big Impact â Linxupâs Sustainable Revolution | 27 Oct 2025 | 00:48:16 | |
What if your fleet could drive further, burn less fuel, and cut emissions, all without adding a single new vehicle? In this final episode under the Sustainable Supply Chain name (before we evolve into the Resilient Supply Chain Podcast next week), I sit down with Naeem Bari, Chief Product Officer and Co-founder of Linxup, to explore how telematics is transforming small- and medium-sized fleets into powerhouses of efficiency, safety, and sustainability. Youâll hear how Linxupâs plug-and-play system helped customers slash 373,000 hours of idling in a year, saving over 1,650 tonnes of COâ - and why real-time driver feedback doesnât just reduce fuel bills, it changes behaviour. We uncover how accountability and smart coaching make roads safer, how accessible tech levels the playing field for small operators, and how AI will soon help fleets anticipate problems before they occur. This conversation is full of practical lessons on resilience, responsibility, and what happens when technology meets common sense on the road. đď¸ Listen now to hear how Linxup is redefining the future of resilient, sustainable fleet management.
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| Inside the Future of Sustainable Supply Chains: AI, Scope 3, and the Power of Supplier Data | 20 Oct 2025 | 00:34:50 | |
In this weekâs episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain Podcast, Iâm joined by Jamie Barsimantov, VP of Supply Chain Strategy at Sphera, to explore what it really means to build a sustainable, resilient, and data-driven supply chain in 2025. Jamie brings a fascinating perspective, from his early days as an environmental researcher to founding SupplyShift and now helping global enterprises at Sphera manage sustainability and operational risk at scale. We discuss why sustainability isnât a finish line but a continuous journey - one where information, not intention, is the true currency. Jamie explains why chasing total transparency can backfire, how companies can avoid âdeath by analysis,â and why the smartest supply chain leaders are using software and AI to turn supplier data into meaningful action. We unpack the major shifts driving this new era - from EU regulations like the Deforestation Regulation and CBAM, to the rise of supplier diversification, and the growing demand for product carbon footprinting. We also talk about how political polarisation, tariff uncertainty, and global supply disruptions are reshaping corporate priorities, and why aligning sustainability with core business goals is no longer optional, itâs existential. If youâre looking to understand how to cut through the noise, engage suppliers effectively, and build a future-proof supply chain grounded in credible data and climate impact, this conversation is one you wonât want to miss. đ§ Listen now and discover how to move from analysis to action, and from risk to resilience. Keywords: sustainable supply chain, Scope 3 emissions, ESG software, supplier engagement, AI in sustainability, EU deforestation regulation, supply chain transparency, product carbon footprinting, business resilience.
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| How AI Drones Are Revolutionising Warehouse Operations â and Building Resilient Supply Chains | 13 Oct 2025 | 00:37:58 | |
In this weekâs episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain Podcast, I sit down with Jackie Wu, CEO and co-founder of Corvus Robotics, to explore how AI and autonomous drones are redefining inventory management, and what that means for the future of supply chain resilience. Most warehouses today still rely on people with barcode scanners trudging up and down aisles, a slow, error-prone, and frankly unsustainable process. Jackieâs team has built the worldâs first fully autonomous drones capable of flying through massive warehouses, some the size of ten football fields, to scan inventory in hours instead of weeks. We talk about why inventory accuracy is the invisible foundation of supply chain sustainability: if you donât know whatâs where, you canât optimise, decarbonise, or even plan effectively. Jackie explains how real-time data from drones helps companies reduce waste, prevent stock loss, and cut emissions linked to overproduction and unnecessary transport. We also dive into the importance of building resilience through visibility, the limits of traditional automation, and why AI-driven robotics are finally ready to move from lab demos to real-world industrial use. Jackie shares insights on the future of AI in the physical economy, vertical integration, and why autonomy, not just automation, is the next leap in supply chain efficiency. If youâre curious about how robotics, data, and design thinking can make operations smarter, safer, and more sustainable, you wonât want to miss this one. Listen now to learn how autonomous drones are helping warehouses take sustainability, and resilience, to new heights. #SupplyChain #Sustainability #AI #Automation #Resilience #WarehouseInnovation #InventoryManagement #CorvusRobotics #TomRaftery #SustainableSupplyChainPodcast
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| Decarbonising the Marine Industry: How Data and Design Can Cut Emissions at the Source | 06 Oct 2025 | 00:34:20 | |
In this weekâs episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain Podcast, I sat down with Ollie Taylor, Founder & Director of Marine Futures, to talk about one of the toughest nuts to crack in sustainability, decarbonising the marine industry. Boats, big or small, donât often top climate discussions, yet their materials, manufacturing, and fuel use carry a hefty footprint. Ollie explains how Lifecycle Assessment (LCA) can reveal the true environmental cost of marine products, from resin to recycling, and why so many âgreenâ designs turn out to be anything but. We unpack how his platform, Marine Shift 360, is helping designers and builders make data-led choices early in the design phase, where up to 80% of a productâs total impact is decided. We also dive into the data problem: how poor visibility, outdated datasets, and supplier secrecy distort sustainability claims. Ollie argues that transparency, education, and automation are key to bringing LCA into the mainstream, making it as essential as CAD or CFD in engineering. Other highlights include the promise of circular design to stabilise volatile supply chains, the limits of regulation versus commercial pressure, and why profitability and sustainability must align for real progress. If you care about data-driven design, circularity, and cutting emissions at the source, this episode is worth your time. đ§ Listen now on your favourite podcast platform or at sustainablesupplychainpodcast.com Keywords: marine decarbonisation, lifecycle assessment, circular design, sustainable manufacturing, Marine Shift 360, supply chain sustainability, low-carbon boats, sustainability data, LCA tools
And remember you too can become a Resilient Supply Chain+ subscriber - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent episodes like this one and give you access to the full back catalog of over 460 episodes. | |||
| The Maths of Resilience: What Happens When Algorithms Drive the Last Mile | 03 Nov 2025 | 00:42:30 | |
In this debut episode of the Resilient Supply Chain Podcast, I chat with Rich Savoie, Co-founder and CEO of Adiona, about how data-driven optimisation and electric fleets are transforming last-mile logistics. Richâs work with giants like Coca-Cola and Australia Post proves that sustainability and resilience arenât trade-offs, theyâre multipliers. Youâll hear how Adionaâs algorithms cut drive time by nearly half, reduced trucks by 15%, and delivered major emissions savings, all without slowing operations. We dig into why the âlast mileâ is the shortest leg of the supply chain but the dirtiest, and how real-time data, human-centred AI, and electrification can flip that equation. You might be surprised to learn how labour costs, not fuel, dominate delivery economics, and why getting data transparency right could unlock exponential efficiency. We also touch on the future: from cargo bikes to quantum computing, and why Rich believes fleets that fail to embrace EVs now will be left idling on the kerb. đď¸ Listen now to hear how Rich Savoie and Adiona are rewriting the rules of sustainable, resilient last-mile logistics â one optimised route at a time.
And remember you too can become a Resilient Supply Chain+ subscriber - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent episodes like this one and give you access to the full back catalog of over 460 episodes. | |||