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July 8, 2025
ASCM and DSCI Partner to Empower Leaders to Advance End-to-End Supply Chain Excellence
CHICAGO, July 8 — The Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) and the Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) are pleased to announce a strategic partnership designed to equip Chief Supply Chain Officers (CSCOs) with the vision, tools and insights needed to lead the next wave of supply chain transformation. This collaboration unites two global leaders…
July 1, 2025
ICC Digital Standards Initiative and Digital Supply Chain Institute Join Forces to Advance Global Digital Trade Readiness
July 1 — The Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) is excited to announce a collaboration with the ICC Digital Standards Initiative to develop a Digital Trade Readiness Framework. This framework is designed to help organizations across the global supply chain ecosystem assess and strengthen their ability to adopt electronic trade records (ETRs) and digital trade…
June 16, 2025
DSCI Newsletter June 2025
The latest DSCI newsletter opens applications for the fifth TrailblazeHers Leadership Program, welcomes Ilya Levtov as new co-chair, and announces the launch of DSCI’s redesigned website. It highlights an upcoming AI-powered procurement workshop with Samsung SDS, recaps the 2025 CEO Exchange, and spotlights BlueX Trade’s successful digital bill of lading pilot. It also features insights…
June 13, 2025
Global Trade Realignment and Strategic Implications for Supply Chains
In a wide-ranging conversation, Sam Palmisano, Chairman of the Center for Global Enterprise and former IBM Chairman and CEO, joins Nobel Laureate economist Mike Spence to examine how rising populism, shifting geopolitical dynamics, and the United States’ retreat from multilateral leadership are driving a fundamental realignment of global trade and supply chains. Together, they explore…
June 4, 2025
RunMyProcess Joins the Digital Supply Chain Institute to Advance Cyber-Ready and Automated Supply Chains
NEW YORK, June 4 — The Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) is excited to announce that RunMyProcess, a leading digital solutions provider based in Plano, Texas, has joined its global consortium of member organizations. This new partnership underscores RunMyProcess’s commitment to shaping the future of connected enterprise workflows, resilient operations, and cybersecurity in supply chain…
May 12, 2025
Craft: The Risk Savvy Report: April 22 – May 12, 2025
Welcome to this edition of The Risk Savvy Report, where we break down the latest headlines impacting supply chains around the world. Below are alerts from April 22 – May 12, 2025, from shifting tariff policies and rising bankruptcy risks to labor unrest and port disruptions. The Latest on Tariffs US and China reach a deal…
May 6, 2025
Samsung SDS Joins the Digital Supply Chain Institute as Newest Member
NEW YORK, May 5 – The Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) is excited to welcome Samsung SDS as its newest member, joining a global network of companies dedicated to advancing the future of supply chains through innovation, collaboration, and applied research. As a member, Samsung SDS will participate in a broad range of DSCI programs and…
May 1, 2025
Ilya Levtov Joins DSCI as Co-Chair
The Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) is pleased to announce that Ilya Levtov, founder and CEO of Craft, will become a Co-Chair, contributing his expertise to help guide DSCI’s research and initiatives. Ilya will join an esteemed group of Co-Chairs: Sam Palmisano, Chairman of the Center for Global Enterprise Craig Jones, Chief Supply Chain Officer…
April 29, 2025
DSCI April Newsletter: Dive into the Details
Welcome to the latest edition of the DSCI Newsletter! We’re excited to update you on the most recent events, activities, and insights from across the DSCI community! DSCI’s Vision At DSCI, we collaborate with senior leaders to build connected, responsible and resilient supply chains. We harness accessible and reliable data, powered by digital technology and…
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DSCInsights
April 1, 2025
DSCInsights in Action: Turn KPIs into Powerful Tools to Drive Supply Chain Transformation
DSCI Managing Director Marko Kovacevik interviews supply chain expert Sasha Koff on the steps business leaders can take to transform KPIs from static metrics into powerful tools for success.
March 5, 2025
DSCInsights in Action: Taking a Risk-based Approach to Building ‘Constellations of Value’
In this DSCInsights in Action episode, DSCI Managing Director Marko Kovacevic talks with Craft CEO Ilya Levtov and DSCI Director Craig Moss on how the 'Constellations of Value' supply chain management framework can enable business leaders to improve their supply chain stability. Learn more at https://dscinstitute.org/research/building-constellations-of-value/
October 31, 2024
DSCInsights in Action: An Open-Source Solution to the Challenge of Digitizing Bills of Lading
DSCI Managing Director Marko Kovacevic interviews Vanessa Mbanefo on how Open eBL’s approach to leveraging an open-source platform to digitize bills of lading differs from previous industry efforts to modernize this important trade documentation. hashtag#DSCInsights #BillofLading #DigitalTransformation #GlobalTrade
September 17, 2024
DSCInsights in Action: Purple People: The Key to Supply Chain Transformation
DSCI Co-Chair Sasha Pailet Koff discusses supply chain talent needs with Marko Kovacevic in this episode. Sasha spotlights the rising demand for “purple people,” supply chain professionals with business acumen and tech expertise. Watch to learn more.
August 16, 2024
DSCInsights in Action: Trading Data to Optimize Digital Supply Chains
DSCI Managing Director Marko Kovacevic interviews Harvard Business School Professor Dennis Campbell on how companies can trade data to optimize supply chain performance.
April 24, 2024
DSCInsights in Action: The ESG Gap in Supply Chains
In this insightful conversation, Marko Kovacevic, Managing Director of the Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI), sits down with Salah Nasri, CEO of the International Semiconductor Industry Group (ISIG), to explorethe complex dynamics shaping the global semiconductor supply chain.
March 26, 2024
DSCInsights in Action: Bringing Tokenomics To Supply Chains
DSCI's Marko Kovacevic interviews Geno Group CEO Ian Zhang on how tokenomics can revolutionize supply chain management by increasing transparency, efficiency, collaboration, and trust while reducing costs and operational complexities.
February 27, 2024
DSCI Insights in Action: The Power of an Open-Source E-Bill of Lading
The Power of an Open-Source E-Bill of Lading Explore the power of an open-source e-bill of lading and how it’s transforming trade by improving transparency, security, and efficiency in supply chains.
October 9, 2023
DSCInsights in Action: Building Cyber Readiness for Third-Party Suppliers
Kevin Tierney, VP and chief cybersecurity officer from General Motors, and Karen Evans, Managing Director of Cyber Readiness Institute, discuss a vital area of supply chain operations, third-party risk management.
August 22, 2023
DSCInsights in Action: The Role of Digital Platforms in Supply Chain Transformations
DSCI Managing Director Marko Kovacevic talks with DSCI Member Djordje Lazić, CEO, TubeIQ, about how digital platforms can help companies transform their supply chains.
June 6, 2023
DSCInsights in Action: AI’s Impact on Supply Chain Operations
DSCI Managing Director Marko Kovacevic talks to member Kris Schroeder, CEO, Grey Market Labs, on AI's impact on supply chain operations.
April 3, 2023
DSCI’s Sugathri Kolluru talks about the Supply Chain TrailblazeHers program.
DSCI's Sugathri Kolluru talks about the Supply Chain TrailblazeHers program which prepares emerging women business leaders to lead digital supply chains.
January 10, 2023
DSCI Insights Into Action: Conversation with Under Armour’s Craig Jones on Data Trading
DSCInsights Into Action is a new interview series with business leaders on advancing digital supply chain transformations. In this first episode, DSCI Managing Director Marko Kovacevik talks with Under Armour’s SVP, Operations & Supply Chain Craig Jones, on how his company uses data trading to connect with customers.
Member News
May 12, 2025
Craft: The Risk Savvy Report: April 22 – May 12, 2025
Welcome to this edition of The Risk Savvy Report, where we break down the latest headlines impacting supply chains around the world. Below are alerts from April 22 – May 12, 2025, from shifting tariff policies and rising bankruptcy risks to labor unrest and port disruptions. The Latest on Tariffs US and China reach a deal…
February 12, 2025
Trade in Transition 2025: Balancing optimism with caution
Now in its fifth edition, Trade in Transition is a research programme led by Economist Impact and supported by DP World. It examines the forces shaping global trade and supply chains, providing businesses with practical insights to navigate a fragmented world. By connecting its findings to major global events, the programme highlights the priorities and…
January 30, 2025
A Roadmap for Long Term Resilience and Innovation in Global Supply Chain Networks
“In the complex and rapidly evolving business landscape and volatile global market conditions, supply chains cannot thrive in isolation,” begins “Building Constellations of Value — Transforming Supply Chains to Drive Collaboration, Innovation, and Long-Term Value,” a recently published report by the Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI), an organization focused on the evolution of enterprise supply chains. “Companies are…
December 17, 2024
From Data to Decisions Emergence of Generative AI as a Game-Changer in Supply Chain Risk Management
Generative AI has dominated headlines as a transformative and disruptive technology. But where it might make a really big difference is in an area that’s not being much talked about until now— strengthening supply chains.
December 11, 2024
Talking Supply Chain: Open eBL tackles trade inefficiencies
Digital bills of lading are not new, but to date, they have not caught on to the extent that backers hoped for. The most prominent attempt to create a global standard for electronic bills of lading (eBLs) was TradeLens, backed by Maersk, IBM and others. It, too, failed. The reason may be related to the…
December 11, 2024
SCMR: Mentorship insights: Empowering women leaders in supply chain management
In the dynamic and ever-evolving field of supply chain management, mentorship has proven to be a pivotal factor in shaping the next generation of leaders. Through the Digital Supply Chain Institute’s TrailblazeHers 24:24 program—an initiative designed to connect emerging women professionals with senior leaders in supply chain management—participants have gained invaluable lessons that illuminate the transformative power…
December 4, 2024
Center for Global Enterprise Launches the Institute for Advanced Enterprise AI to Empower Business Leaders with Trustworthy and Transparent AI Solutions
The Center for Global Enterprise (CGE) is proud to announce the launch of the Institute for Advanced Enterprise AI (IAEAi), a new non-profit research organization dedicated to helping business leaders tackle complex challenges with reliable, explainable AI. The IAEAi is set to redefine how enterprises use AI by collaborating on applied research activities yielding solutions…
November 15, 2024
Cascale’s Colin Browne Urges Leaders into Action at Global Enterprise Executive Leadership Forum
Earlier this fall, Colin Browne, Cascale CEO, spoke at the Executive Leadership Forum hosted by the Center for Global Enterprise (CGE) in Panama City. The Center for Global Enterprise was established to help educate societal stakeholders on the globally integrated economy and its promise for a better future. It convenes leaders worldwide and advances enterprise…
September 19, 2024
Open eBL: Transforming the electronic bill of lading with open-source innovation and industry collaboration
The transition from paper-based to digital bills of lading has long been challenging. Many organizations, particularly small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), have been hesitant to adopt digital solutions due to the high costs and operational complexities involved. Proprietary systems, while effective in some cases, have often failed to provide the necessary flexibility and interoperability required…
July 23, 2024
Advancing Global Trade through Open-Source, Digital Bill of Lading
“Imagine you’re a cargo owner in the year 1450,” begins “The multi-billion-dollar paper jam: Unlocking trade by digitalizing documentation,” a McKinsey article published in October of 2022. “You hand over your goods to the ship that will carry them across the world, and are presented with a bill of lading — a piece of paper…
May 21, 2024
“Purple People” and the evolution of supply chain talent
In this era of the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), companies face a pivotal moment in their organizational evolution. The integration of AI and other emerging technologies within supply chain operations is reshaping the landscape of talent acquisition, development, and deployment. As senior business leaders, and especially chief supply chain officers, navigate this transformative period, it’s…
May 2, 2024
DSCI Co-Chair Colin Browne Named New CEO of Cascale
Cascale, the global non-profit alliance for driving impact in consumer goods (formerly the Sustainable Apparel Coalition), is proud to announce Colin Browne as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective May 1, 2024. With a wealth of global experience in supply chains and both brand and factory management, Browne will lead Cascale into a new era…
April 25, 2024
Game on: Rethinking change management for the digital era By: Marko Kovacevic and Craig Moss
In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable supply chain environment, supply chain leaders face greater challenges than ever. Supply chains are undergoing a digital transformation, yet they must continue to operate during these changes. Customers and regulators have higher demands, seeking greater visibility into how a supply chain operates, including environmental and labor practices. Customers are increasingly…
Newsletter
June 16, 2025
DSCI Newsletter June 2025
The latest DSCI newsletter opens applications for the fifth TrailblazeHers Leadership Program, welcomes Ilya Levtov as new co-chair, and announces the launch of DSCI’s redesigned website. It highlights an upcoming AI-powered procurement workshop with Samsung SDS, recaps the 2025 CEO Exchange, and spotlights BlueX Trade’s successful digital bill of lading pilot. It also features insights…
April 29, 2025
DSCI April Newsletter: Dive into the Details
Welcome to the latest edition of the DSCI Newsletter! We’re excited to update you on the most recent events, activities, and insights from across the DSCI community! DSCI’s Vision At DSCI, we collaborate with senior leaders to build connected, responsible and resilient supply chains. We harness accessible and reliable data, powered by digital technology and…
Press Releases
July 8, 2025
ASCM and DSCI Partner to Empower Leaders to Advance End-to-End Supply Chain Excellence
CHICAGO, July 8 — The Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) and the Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) are pleased to announce a strategic partnership designed to equip Chief Supply Chain Officers (CSCOs) with the vision, tools and insights needed to lead the next wave of supply chain transformation. This collaboration unites two global leaders…
July 1, 2025
ICC Digital Standards Initiative and Digital Supply Chain Institute Join Forces to Advance Global Digital Trade Readiness
July 1 — The Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) is excited to announce a collaboration with the ICC Digital Standards Initiative to develop a Digital Trade Readiness Framework. This framework is designed to help organizations across the global supply chain ecosystem assess and strengthen their ability to adopt electronic trade records (ETRs) and digital trade…
June 13, 2025
Global Trade Realignment and Strategic Implications for Supply Chains
In a wide-ranging conversation, Sam Palmisano, Chairman of the Center for Global Enterprise and former IBM Chairman and CEO, joins Nobel Laureate economist Mike Spence to examine how rising populism, shifting geopolitical dynamics, and the United States’ retreat from multilateral leadership are driving a fundamental realignment of global trade and supply chains. Together, they explore…
June 4, 2025
RunMyProcess Joins the Digital Supply Chain Institute to Advance Cyber-Ready and Automated Supply Chains
NEW YORK, June 4 — The Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) is excited to announce that RunMyProcess, a leading digital solutions provider based in Plano, Texas, has joined its global consortium of member organizations. This new partnership underscores RunMyProcess’s commitment to shaping the future of connected enterprise workflows, resilient operations, and cybersecurity in supply chain…
May 6, 2025
Samsung SDS Joins the Digital Supply Chain Institute as Newest Member
NEW YORK, May 5 – The Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) is excited to welcome Samsung SDS as its newest member, joining a global network of companies dedicated to advancing the future of supply chains through innovation, collaboration, and applied research. As a member, Samsung SDS will participate in a broad range of DSCI programs and…
May 1, 2025
Ilya Levtov Joins DSCI as Co-Chair
The Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) is pleased to announce that Ilya Levtov, founder and CEO of Craft, will become a Co-Chair, contributing his expertise to help guide DSCI’s research and initiatives. Ilya will join an esteemed group of Co-Chairs: Sam Palmisano, Chairman of the Center for Global Enterprise Craig Jones, Chief Supply Chain Officer…
April 28, 2025
Joint Declaration on Reversing the Recent Tariff Escalation
THE WORLD HAS BECOME A BETTER PLACE THANKS TO TRADE The world is at risk of experiencing the end of a cycle of globalization and trade liberalization that has allowed the global economy to achieve unprecedented growth. This era began in the post–World War II period, framed by the 1944 Bretton Woods Conference, and has…
April 10, 2025
The Digital Supply Chain Institute and the International Semiconductor Industry Group Announce Strategic Partnership to Transform Semiconductor Supply Chains
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NEW YORK, April 10 – The International Semiconductor Industry Group (I.S.I.G.) and the Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) are pleased to announce the launch of the Supply Chain Constellation of Value (CoV) Working Group. This collaboration will bring together senior leaders from eight leading semiconductor companies to develop next-generation supply chain structures…
March 27, 2025
Supply chain negotiation: Improve the process to improve the results
We’ve all heard that you can’t improve what you don’t measure. In the supply chain function, negotiation is a critical skill for procurement professionals. Yet, while many companies evaluate negotiation results, they often overlook assessing the negotiation process.
March 26, 2025
How AI Can Upscale Your Supply Chain Risk Management
This is the second episode of a two-part series on how AI is transforming best practices in supply chain risk management. In the first episode of this series, we learned how AI and Generative AI turns the traditional cylinder-shaped data stream of supply chain risk issues into the shape of an hourglass, where AI-driven practices…
March 4, 2025
7 steps supply chain leaders can take to transform KPIs from static metrics into powerful tools for success
In today’s fast-evolving digital world, supply chain management has become increasingly complex, requiring leaders to adopt well-defined key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive strategic objectives. While KPIs are essential for tracking performance, their effectiveness depends on how they are selected, aligned, and integrated into an organization’s operations.
November 18, 2024
Levi Strauss & Co. Joins Digital Supply Chain Institute to Advance Direct-to-Consumer Business Models
New York, N.Y. — November 18, 2024 — The Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) is excited to announce that Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.), a global leader in the apparel industry, has become a DSCI member organization. As part of its membership, LS&Co. will collaborate with DSCI and Professor Dennis Campbell from Harvard Business School on…
October 31, 2024
Panama 2024 and Beyond: Connecting Continents and Global Supply Chains
A heartfelt thank you to all participants and attendees for making DSCI’s 12th Annual Executive Leadership Forum in Panama City, Panama, a resounding success! We extend special gratitude to Mario E. Pérez Balladares E. and the entire Narval Holding Corp. team for their partnership, meticulous planning, and remarkable hospitality throughout the event. From the event location to the visit…