EPISODE · Mar 7, 2024 · 32 MIN
The State of Supply Chain: Webinar Bonus Episode with a Board of Datum FS Advisors | Featuring Scott Schmitz, Keith Anderkin, Thomas Healey, and Charlie Lousignont
from The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni
Welcome back to another installment of Farm to Fork: The Innovators. This special webinar episode is especially geared toward those sprouting new food service ventures or who consider the industry second nature. Our carefully selected Datum FS panel of seasoned experts: Scott Schmitz, Keith Aderkin, Thomas Healey, and Charlie Lousignont render sound and sage advice from the perspective of the distributor, supplier, and restaurant owner. With the aid of our inhouse survey reports, we dive into the efficiency of the food supply chain following the impact of COVID-19 and labor shortages. The panel also provides tips for emerging brands, emphasizing the need for understanding the supply chain, strategic partnerships, leveraging artificial intelligence, and how seeking advisory support can help any brand grow faster and more cost-effectively.Tune into the full podcast for a hearty serving of knowledge that's sure to satisfy your hunger for industry insights.This is one you do not want to miss. Connect With the Host:David Maloni’s LinkedInConnect With Our Guests:Scott Schmitz’s LinkedInKeith Anderkin’s LinkedIn Thomas Healey’s LinkedIn Charlie Lousignont’s LinkedInConnect with Datum FS: https://datumfs.com/Timestamps01:59 - Welcome To Farm To Fork: The Innovators 02:33 - What We Do At Datum FS05:36 - The State Of The Supply Chain Webinar07:07 - The Panel Discusses The Rebound Of The Supply Chain post-COVID16:52 - Insights On The Leverage Dynamics In The Supply Chain22:46 - Exploring Strategies For Managing Higher Production Costs24:45 - Sage Expertise For Menu Engineering 26:11 - Value Added Products and Structural Inflation 30:13 - Emphasizing The Importance Of Educational Initiatives And Strategic Partnerships31:10 - The Panel's Advice For Emerging Brands And Suppliers35:56 - Wrapping Up I’d like to introduce you to Datum Advisors, a new offering from Datum FS. Our team is composed of seasoned Food Supply Chain Executives from every sector. We stand ready to offer valuable advisory services for your company. Click here to find out more,
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