About this episode
Today on Supply Chain Now, we explore how supply chain leaders are balancing powerful new technologies with the human expertise required to make them work. Featuring insights from Jimmy Sebastian on FourKites’ AI platform Loft, and what it means for real-world operations. Welcome to The Buzz, powered by EasyPost!Hosts Scott Luton and Rick McDonald unpack the growing convergence of AI automation and workforce strategy across the supply chain landscape. From faster workflow deployment and operational agility to the evolving labor pipeline and the surge in returns fraud, this conversation highlights why success today depends on both smarter tools and stronger people strategies. The discussion emphasizes that digital transformation isn’t replacing humans, it’s redefining how organizations empower them.What you’ll learn by tuning in:How AI workflow platforms are accelerating implementation and operational responsivenessWhy human capability building is just as critical as technology investmentWhat Gen Z’s rising interest in skilled trades means for future workforce planningThe increasing business impact of fraudulent returns and how technology can help combat itPractical ways leaders can align automation with talent strategy to build resilienceIf you’re a supply chain, operations, or technology leader trying to scale automation without losing the human advantage, this episode offers timely perspective and actionable insight. Tune in to understand how to turn emerging tools and workforce trends into measurable business impact.Additional Links & Resources:EasyPost: https://www.easypost.com/With That Said: https://bit.ly/WTS-15-FEB-2026Never Normal Series: https://bit.ly/Never-Normal-Part3U.S. Bank Podcasts: supplychainnow.com/us-bank60% of Gen Zers will pursue skilled trade work this year: survey:
