John Glenn became the first American to orbit the Earth on Mercury-Atlas 6 on February 20, 1962, just a few days after I was born. I grew up watching the Apollo Space Program launches including the six launches that sent humans to the moon and back. Like many kids back then I dreamed of being a test pilot and an Astronaut. I partially achieved that dream by becoming an …
Six Must Have Supply Chain Capabilities for Success in the Food and Beverage Industry
Last week we shared five capabilities to help take the Food & Beverage supply chain to the next level. Today, we continue this conversation and look at six must have capabilities that drive supply chain improvement for F&B manufacturers. The food & beverage industry faces a lengthy list of unique challenges from long raw material lead-times and volatile commodity …
You Are a “Green” Superhero
I grew up in a time before people knew much about being eco-friendly, being Green, so the concept of sustainability isn't usually at the top of my mind. Just to level set, the Brundtland Commission defined sustainable development as "development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs." I care …
Connections 2011: Day 1
We are just wrapping up a great first day here in Orlando. It is amazing to see so many customers in one place. Attendance was up nearly 40%. The level of interest highlights the importance of supply chain in the success of a company. In speaking with many companies today I get a sense of optimism in the air with many looking at how technology can help them better manage their …
