The power of human capital with Prof. Rodrigo Garrido

In this episode, Carlos Avila Gorostiaga and Ferdinand Quaye are joined by Professor Rodrigo Garrido, Director of the Interdisciplinary Center for Data Science and Professor of Industrial Engineering at Universidad Diego Portales in Chile. Together, they explore how human capital is at the heart of building sustainable logistics systems. Rodrigo discusses the challenges of workforce development in South America, from mental health pressures after the pandemic to the fear of automation. He emphasizes the need for innovation, interdisciplinary learning, and closer ties between academia and industry. He also highlights how music and diverse social networks contribute to creativity, resilience, and well-being in logistics professionals.