Episode #02: Agentic AI & Supply Chains with Tobias Obladen

“Supply chain AI means creating value and efficiency. That translates to competitive advantage.”AI accelerates decisions, but trust and guardrails determine what it can automate. With so much at stake for the automotive industry, what is the future of agentic AI in supply chains? Automotive supply chains are a major battleground for competitiveness — and the old efficiency-first playbook can’t keep up. Agentic AI, multi-tier orchestration, and real-time data are rewriting how global automotive supply chains are designed, managed, and defended.In this insightful episode, Tobias Obladen, Program Director Automotive at Capgemini Invent, dives into how AI is transforming the automaking industry. He explains why traditional tools fall short, how AI agents unlock true end-to-end visibility, and what companies must do now to stay resilient in the next era of automotive supply chains.Key InsightsAI agents connect planning and execution, enabling faster, smarter decisionsAutomotive supply chains are too complex for traditional tools — AI delivers real visibilityTrust and transparency matter: humans stay in the loop, but AI supercharges capabilitiesAbout Tobias ObladenTobias Obladen is Program Director Automotive at Capgemini Invent and a leading expert in digital transformation across global automotive supply chains. With deep experience in AI, orchestration, and next-generation operations, he helps OEMs and suppliers build adaptive, intelligence-driven supply chains ready for the future.About Marco FelsbergerMarco Felsberger, Senior Advisor for Supply Chain Resilience at Prewave, is a risk and resilience specialist with over 15 years of experience helping organisations strengthen business continuity, crisis response, and supply chain security. He brings a sharp, systems-focused approach to building practical, effective resilience strategies.Resources & LinksLearn more about Capgemini Invent: ⁠https://www.capgemini.com/about-us/who-we-are/our-brands/capgemini-invent/⁠ Explore how Prewave supports automotive supply chains with AI-driven risk management:⁠ https://www.prewave.com/⁠Visit Prewave:⁠ https://www.prewave.com/⁠Don’t Miss OutFollow the Supply Chain Superintelligence podcast for more expert conversations on supply chain risk, AI, sustainability, and the future of global supply chains.