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EPISODE · Apr 27, 2025 · 24 MIN

277: Supply Chain Management with David Carroll

from Manage Smarter · host C. Lee Smith and Audrey Strong

In this episode, we dive deep into the intricacies of supply chain management with David Carroll, author of 'The Only All-in-One Way to Fix Your Supply Chain.' David shares his insights on transforming supply chains from being siloed and chaotic to fully integrated systems. He emphasizes the importance of leadership in utilizing ERP systems like SAP to streamline operations. Discover how AI and master data play crucial roles in modernizing supply chains and why leadership is key to successful digital transformation. Whether you're dealing with supply chain disruptions or looking to improve efficiency, David's expertise offers valuable guidance. Tune in to learn how to make your supply chain an unstoppable force in today's competitive market. "At least on average, 70 to 75% of all digital transformations fail. And one of the biggest reasons is leadership. If you haven't got the strength and leadership to say, we're not going to do that, we are going to now, literally get rid of all of our spreadsheets so that I as the CEO or, you know, a senior vice president of supply chain or whatever the C that, you know, the C suite, we need to be able to use one system of record to improve things." - David Carroll Key Takeaways -What is the primary issue with supply chains and how can it affect managers and leaders? -What role does AI play in supply chain management? -What industries are still facing supply chain issues?  -How can you improve your supply chain? What's the importance of leadership in driving this transformation and ensuring that all departments are aligned? Connect with David Carroll www.davidgcarroll.com www.linkedin.com/in/davidgcarroll Connect with Manage Smarter Hosts ·         Website: https://salesfuel.com/manage-smarter/ ·         LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audreystrong/                                                                     ·         LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cleesmith/ TWITTER/X Audrey https://x.com/tallmediamaven Lee  https://x.com/cleesmith Connect with SalesFuel ·         Website:  https://salesfuel.com/ ·         Twitter: https://x.com/SalesFuel ·         Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/salesfuel/ #supplychain #logistics #managesmarter #teamtrait #davidcaroll #business #supplychaindisruption #businessproblems #inventory #fulfillment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive deep into the intricacies of supply chain management with David Carroll, author of 'The Only All-in-One Way to Fix Your Supply Chain.' David shares his insights on transforming supply chains from being siloed and chaotic to fully integrated systems. He emphasizes the importance of leadership in utilizing ERP systems like SAP to streamline operations. Discover how AI and master data play crucial roles in modernizing supply chains and why leadership is key to successful digital transformation. Whether you're dealing with supply chain disruptions or looking to improve efficiency, David's expertise offers valuable guidance. Tune in to learn how to make your supply chain an unstoppable force in today's competitive market. "At least on average, 70 to 75% of all digital transformations fail. And one of the biggest reasons is leadership. If you haven't got the strength and leadership to say, we're not going to do that, we are going to now, literally get rid of all of our spreadsheets so that I as the CEO or, you know, a senior vice president of supply chain or whatever the C that, you know, the C suite, we need to be able to use one system of record to improve things." - David Carroll Key Takeaways -What is the primary issue with supply chains and how can it affect managers and leaders? -What role does AI play in supply chain management? -What industries are still facing supply chain issues?  -How can you improve your supply chain? What's the importance of leadership in driving this transformation and ensuring that all departments are aligned? Connect with David Carroll www.davidgcarroll.com www.linkedin.com/in/davidgcarroll Connect with Manage Smarter Hosts ·         Website: https://salesfuel.com/manage-smarter/ ·         LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audreystrong/                                                                     ·         LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cleesmith/ TWITTER/X Audrey https://x.com/tallmediamaven Lee  https://x.com/cleesmith Connect with SalesFuel ·         Website:  https://salesfuel.com/ ·         Twitter: https://x.com/SalesFuel ·         Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/salesfuel/ #supplychain #logistics #managesmarter #teamtrait #davidcaroll #business #supplychaindisruption #businessproblems #inventory #fulfillment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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