innovation, diffusion of innovation, disruption

Diffusion of Innovation: How the Adoption of New Ideas Spreads

Next to identifying a new disruption, watching how innovations diffuse is the most fascinating thing. Will the newest thing make it or crash and burn? Start the popcorn popper and let’s...
auto supply chain prophets podcast, automotive supply chain, automotive manufacturing, podcast

Auto Supply Chain Prophets Podcast Wrap-up: Eps. 6-10

Quistem’s Cathy Fisher and I are having the best time co-hosting the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast. And we’re thrilled to share that with our 10th episode, we have also recently...
IT/OT convergence, information technology, operational technology

A Winning Formula for IT/OT Convergence

The greatest minds in manufacturing and technology have been swapping strategies, tips and tricks for enabling operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) convergence for years. For most organizations, however, that...
bullwhip effect, supply chain, supplier relationship management

Eliminate the Bullwhip Effect – Communicate with Your Suppliers

Supply chain leaders have been hearing about – and suffering from – the bullwhip effect for quite a while now. What is it and what can we do to strengthen supplier...