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As part of the Digital Supply Chain Institute’s (DSCI) 25 for 25 initiative, the TrailblazeHers Program celebrates and empowers women who are shaping the future of supply chain leadership. The program pairs emerging professionals with experienced mentors from around the world, creating opportunities for learning, collaboration, and lasting connection. For Romina Rivas and Nikoletta (Niki)…

In this episode of DSCInsights in Action, DSCI Managing Director Marko Kovacevic sits down with Mario E. Pérez Balladares E., Chairman of Narval Group, to explore their groundbreaking partnership with Big Bear AI. Together, they're launching a cutting-edge initiative to enhance global supply chain security through AI and biometrics. Starting in Panama—where 9.4 million TEUs…

As companies shift towards digital supply chains, CEO Claudia Vargas Mirza of RunMyProcess emphasizes the criticality of safeguarding human data in the latest #DSCInsights episode. Claudia emphasizes that, with a data tsunami looming ahead, encompassing human, AI, and hybrid data, the primary focus remains the preservation of human data.

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.

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/

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

Samsung SDS's Stephen Barbarisi explains why long lead times are now shaping product decisions months before production begins, and why the manufacturers that bring sourcing intelligence into engineering early keep more options open when conditions change. The effects of long lead times are felt well before a component fails to arrive. As procurement windows stretch,…

Samsung SDS's Ian Silver uses Charleston's old pineapple-on-the-fence tradition to argue that supply chain resilience is decided by who you choose to build with, not how much safety stock you hold. In Charleston's age of sail, a captain home from the Caribbean speared a pineapple on his fence. It was proof that the voyage succeeded,…

NEW YORK, NY — July 15 — The Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI), a global community of organizations committed to accelerating digital transformation across supply chains and procurement, today announced that IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has joined the Institute as its newest member. With a diverse portfolio…

Have you ever used AI to help you shop? In my experience, it goes like this. I find a car model I am interested in and ask AI which of the nine trim levels match my core preferences. Right away, different research paths emerge. Is the matte paint finish only available in one trim? Does…

Adding more AI tools won’t fix broken systems. If your operations aren’t connected, your AI won’t deliver real growth. Not long ago, I sat in a boardroom where a leadership team proudly announced its latest AI initiative. They had invested in new tools, hired consultants and launched pilot programs across multiple departments. Six months later,…

The Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) is pleased to announce that Mario Pérez Balladares, Chairman of Narval Holding Corp., has joined its leadership team as a Co-Chair. His appointment marks a significant step forward in the non-profit Institute’s mission to advance global supply chain innovation and resilience, with an increased focus on cooperation across Latin…

New memberships will advance digital supply chain transformation and resilience The Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) is pleased to announce that Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) and Amazon Business have joined DSCI as new members, strengthening the Institute’s global community of organizations dedicated to accelerating digital supply chain transformation. The addition of Amazon Business and AMD…

I love to golf here in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, where you never know what Mother Nature’s going to serve up before you even tee off. One minute you’re soaking in that warm Carolina sunshine, Spanish moss swaying and Spartina grass whispering with an easy breeze. Drives are smooth, the air’s salty sweet, and…

Do you remember when cell phones didn’t have cameras? It feels so natural now that it’s hard to remember how revolutionary the idea was, but one day the two came together and that industry was never the same again. Something similar is happening in direct procurement right now. You might know about software that digitizes…

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…

Why the same technology delivers for some supply chains and stalls for others, and what a company needs in place before it scales AI beyond a pilot. 20–30% Inventory reduction achievable with AI in distribution operations1 23% Supply chain organizations with a formal AI strategy4 2–4 yrs Typical AI payback period, three to four times…

A pilot involving 20 companies from across the global supply chain revealed important insights into where organizations excel, where they lag, and why digital trade capability maturity is a key driver of both operational efficiency and security By Craig Moss and Vivek Ghelani In the complex web of international trade, operational and systemic friction is…

How AI is reshaping supply chain roles, workforce requirements, leadership responsibilities, and talent strategies, and what organizations should do to prepare. 83% vs 47% Organizations calling themselves AI-ready, versus those naming AI skills as their largest capability gap3 56% Average wage premium for workers with AI-related skills, up from 25% a year earlier4 41% /…

By Marko Kovacevic Manifest 2026 confirmed something important: Supply chain transformation is no longer vertical; it is horizontal. This year in Las Vegas was insightful, pragmatic, and energizing. It opened new horizons. Four shifts stood out to me: 1. Horizontal Supply Chain Upgrade Is Accelerating · What stood out most in Las Vegas was the…

AI regulation is no longer a compliance issue; it is a determinant of supply chain performance. Diverging regional regulatory models are reshaping cost structures, operating models, technology architectures, and competitive positioning across global supply chains. DSCI's whitepaper Managing Global AI Regulations and the Impact on Supply Chain Operations provides strategic recommendations for supply chain leaders…

Artificial intelligence is widely expected to accelerate global trade, improve decision-making, and unlock new efficiencies across supply chains. But beneath that promise lies a reality few are grasping, and it is one that might result in more market barriers than anticipated.

The Strait of Hormuz crisis is disrupting global energy, fertilizer, helium, and sulfur supply, with ripple effects on power, production, and transport. Asia is most exposed in crude oil while Europe and Africa are more vulnerable in jet fuel and diesel. Effects will last until July.

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…

Welcome to the inaugural issue of DSCInsights, the bimonthly Digital Supply Chain Institute newsletter! We are excited to highlight the work of DSCI, our members, and the DSCI Global Community. We look forward to keeping readers informed and involved and hope you enjoy!

The Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) congratulates Narval Holding Corp. on its innovative partnership with BigBear.ai to launch an AI-powered cargo security management solution in Panama. This collaboration addresses one of the most pressing challenges in global trade: ensuring security and transparency across complex, interconnected supply chains. Panama’s position as a global trade hub makes…

The Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) is excited to expand its long-standing collaboration with APQC through new strategic knowledge opportunities. Building on nearly eight years of joint research and thought leadership, these new knowledge opportunities reflect a shared commitment to advancing supply chain excellence. APQC, the world’s foremost authority on benchmarking, best practices, process improvement,…

Washington D.C., July 24 – In a forward-looking initiative that explores the potential of digital tools to improve social compliance auditing, the Association of Professional Social Compliance Auditors (APSCA) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with LANACO, a leader in digital platform development, and the Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI), a nonprofit dedicated…

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 — 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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…