Supply chain skills: a battle for talent or a race to automation?

Marc Ambasna-Jones

Key Takeaways

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The pandemic and geopolitical disruptions have highlighted the fragility of global supply chains, prompting a shift from 'just in time' to 'just in case' strategies.

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There is a significant skills shortage in the supply chain sector, exacerbated by the retirement of experienced workers, which necessitates a rapid evolution in recruitment strategies and a focus on diverse skill sets.

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Digital transformation and automation are becoming essential for supply chain resiliency, as companies must leverage technology to attract talent and optimize operations in a competitive landscape.

The pandemic has exposed the fragility of global supply chains, leading to increased demand for skilled workers and a shift towards ‘just in case’ strategies, while organizations must adapt by embracing digital transformation and automation to attract talent and enhance resiliency.

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Key Takeaways

⇨ The pandemic and geopolitical disruptions have highlighted the fragility of global supply chains, prompting a shift from 'just in time' to 'just in case' strategies.

⇨ There is a significant skills shortage in the supply chain sector, exacerbated by the retirement of experienced workers, which necessitates a rapid evolution in recruitment strategies and a focus on diverse skill sets.

⇨ Digital transformation and automation are becoming essential for supply chain resiliency, as companies must leverage technology to attract talent and optimize operations in a competitive landscape.

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The pandemic and geopolitical disruptions have highlighted the fragility of global supply chains, prompting a shift from 'just in time' to 'just in case' strategies.

⇨

There is a significant skills shortage in the supply chain sector, exacerbated by the retirement of experienced workers, which necessitates a rapid evolution in recruitment strategies and a focus on diverse skill sets.

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Digital transformation and automation are becoming essential for supply chain resiliency, as companies must leverage technology to attract talent and optimize operations in a competitive landscape.