The Intersection of Supply Chains, 3D Printing, and Sustainability - A Chat With Len Pannett

Send me a messageIn the latest episode of the Digital Supply Chain podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Len Pannett, a seasoned supply chain transformation consultant.Len gave us the inside scoop on additive manufacturing (3D printing) and how it's revolutionizing supply chains around the world. He gave us some fascinating insights, sharing real-world examples from the aerospace, EV, and technology sectors. Get ready to explore how this technology is not just about reducing costs, but also about increasing resilience and enhancing sustainability.But that's not all we talked about. Len offered his perspective on the digital transformation journey of supply chains and how businesses, large and small, are navigating the challenges and embracing the opportunities of digitization. Are we moving fast enough? Are we moving in the right direction? Tune in to get Len's take on these big questions.We also touched on the importance of having a broader overview of supply chain processes. You’ll hear Len's thoughts on how being too specialized could potentially limit our understanding of available solutions and inhibit innovation.The best part? We wrapped up our conversation discussing a topic close to my heart – sustainability. Len shared his optimistic view on how sustainability is becoming a core component of supply chain management. Hear how this shift is not just beneficial for the planet, but also for your bottom line.Join us for an insightful and thought-provoking episode that's sure to fuel your passion for supply chain transformation and sustainability. Can't wait for you to listen in!And you can find Len's book Supercharged how 3D Printing Will Drive Your Supply Chain in all bookstores, and on AmazonAnd the video version of this episode is on Youtube at https://youtu.be/32GmjtnQTYMSupport 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.