Marcell Vollmer on Innovating Supply Chain Management for a Sustainable Future

Send me a messageHello everyone, welcome to another exciting episode of the Digital Supply Chain podcast. In this episode, we dive deep into the future of supply chains with the brilliant Marcell Vollmer, CEO of Prospitalia Group.We explore a host of topics, from the role of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in enhancing supply chain processes, to how autonomous vehicles and drones might be key players in the logistics and supply chain space. We discuss about real-life applications of these technologies and how they've been tested around the world in places like California, Pittsburgh, and Phoenix.We touch on sustainability issues as well, especially how the electrification of transportation impacts our climate and our supply chains. Get ready to learn how the trend of electrifying transport, including drones and electric trucks, is a promising step towards cleaner air, less noise pollution, and reduced climate emissions.Marcell shares insightful perspectives on globalization and the necessity to distribute manufacturing while maintaining strong international connections. We delve into the inevitable reality of a world post-oil, and how renewable energies like solar and wind power may shape our supply chains.You won't want to miss our exchange on potential future technologies that could impact supply chains, like blockchain, and the path to a more sustainable, efficient, and interconnected world of commerce.We wrapped up our conversation with Marcell's views on how we need to prepare the world for significant change and how supply chains will be central to this transformation.I hope you enjoy this enlightening conversation as much as I did. Don't forget to connect with Marcell on LinkedIn or via his Twitter handle @MVollmer1. As always, let's keep the conversation going about building sustainable and innovative supply chains.Don't miss out! Tune in and let's learn together. And don't forget to check out the video version of this podcast.Support the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's generous Subscribers:Alicia FaragKieran OgnevGary LynchAnd remember you too can become a Resilient Supply Chain+ subscriber  - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent episodes like this one and give you access to bonus episodes of topical, timely supply chain resilience analysis.🎤 Looking for a keynote speaker on supply chain resilience, AI, and sustainability?I help leaders understand the forces reshaping global supply chains, from geopolitical disruption and climate risk to AI and real-time decision-making. Download my Speaker Pack: https://tinyurl.com/spkrpckFinallyIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - feel free to just send me a direct message on LinkedIn, or send me a message using this link.If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover it. Thanks for listening.