Episode 108: Transforming Tariff Challenges into Opportunities Through Better Planning with SAP’s Jay Foster and Lori Harner

Join us this week, as we discuss how geopolitical instability and tariffs are reshaping global supply chains. Lori Harner and Jay Foster from SAP share how agile, integrated business planning and collaborative supplier networks enable companies to navigate complex regulations and cost pressures. Discover how AI and scenario planning empower smarter decisions, turning tariff challenges into strategic opportunities for resilience and growth in today’s volatile environment Guest: Jay Foster, CPIM; Director, Solution Management-Product Marketing, SAP A supply chain and manufacturing veteran of over 30 years, Jay brings a wealth of practical experience and logical insight to solving today’s business challenges. With executive experience in sales and operations Jay brings a pragmatic, cut to the chase approach to applying technology to achieve business benefits. Guest: Lori Harner, Vice President and Global Head of Supply Chain Planning, Product Marketing at SAP  With a long track record of building and leading high-performing teams, Lori brings a customer-first mindset to her role, driving innovative solutions that meet the complex needs of today’s supply chains. Prior to joining SAP, Lori built the product marketing function and team for WEX, a leading financial services firm. Her extensive experience also includes leadership positions at Microsoft, Blue Yonder, E2open, and others. When not driving supply chain innovation, Lori enjoys an active lifestyle in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. She has a passion for the outdoors and loves hiking, walking, and biking.  Host: Richard Howells, SAP Richard Howells has been working in the Supply Chain Management and Manufacturing space for over 30 years. He is responsible for driving the thought leadership and awareness of SAP’s ERP, Finance, and Supply Chain solutions and is an active writer, podcaster, and thought leader on the topics of supply chain, Industry 4.0, digitization, and sustainability. Useful Links: Download Transcript Sapphire disruption demo link Supply Chain Management:    SAP Supply Chain Management SAP Insights: Supply Chain Follow Us on Social Media Richard Howells: LinkedIn, X SAP Digital Supply Chain: LinkedIn Please give us a like, share, and subscribe to stay up-to-date on future episodes!