The geopoliticization of supply chains
The COVID pandemic elevated geopolitical understanding as a critical consideration for supply chain managers – and it remains essential to their success today. ...
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Supply chains: How GenAI has gone from disappointment to game-changer
September 23, 2025 • by Michael R. Wade, Amit M. Joshi in Supply chain • 2 min read • 
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Explore how generative AI is reshaping supply chains with IMD’s Carlos Cordon on Mike and Amit Talk Tech, driving smarter and adaptive solutions....
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With 25 years of experience across leading multinationals like Philip Morris International (PMI), Firmenich, and Danone, Luca Nanni believes supply chain can serve as a strategic driver for business success and leadership...
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