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What are some of the key innovations that have caught your attention?"

Supply chain optimization has never been more important, especially with the unpredictability in global trade. With the rise of e-commerce, there's been a major shift towards more agile and responsive supply chain systems. Companies are increasingly turning to data analytics and AI to streamline their operations. I'm curious to know what trends are emerging in the supply chain space, especially when it comes to leveraging technology for cost reduction and efficiency.

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Alessa
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on Oct 06, 2025
xMcKinsey & Company | xBCG | xRB | >400 coachings

Hey there :)

I’d say some of the most exciting innovations are predictive analytics for demand forecasting, AI-driven route optimization, and digital twins that simulate entire supply chains in real time. Also, blockchain is gaining traction for transparency and traceability.

Feel free to reach out if you’d like to discuss this in more detail or need a coaching!

best, Alessa :)

Jenny
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on Oct 06, 2025
Buy 1 get 1 free for 1st time clients | Ex-McKinsey Manager & Interviewer | +7 yrs Coaching | Go from good to great

Hi there,

A few trends that stand out are AI-driven demand forecasting, digital twins for E2E visibility, and automation in warehousing and last-mile delivery. There’s also a growing focus on sustainability such as optimizing routes to cut emissions or using predictive analytics to reduce waste...

Ian
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21 hrs ago
Top US BCG / MBB Coach - 5,000 sessions |Tech, Platinion, Big 4 | 9/9 personal interviews passed | 95% candidate success

The one not yet hyped up...robotics (i.e. physical AI)

10 hrs ago
#1 Rated & Awarded McKinsey Coach | Top MBB Coach | Verifiable success rates

I see you've already received some cool answer, and I think you can enrich these further by asking Perplexity or other AI models. 

But beyond this, I would recommend you reach out for coffee chats to some of the people who work in supply chain and engage with these new technologies daily. 

Here's a guide on how to approach these conversations:


But definitely do it. You'll stand to gain a lot from it. 

Best,
Cristian