In this episode, Thomas Andersson speaks with Dave Applegate, founder of ImportYeti, about the importance of supply chain data and how ImportYeti aggregates US customs data to provide insights into supplier relationships. They discuss the challenges of sub-tier supplier mapping, the significance of understanding the bill of lading, and the impact of tariffs on procurement decisions. Dave shares insights on data accuracy, biases in shipping records, and the role of data science in identifying reliable suppliers. The conversation emphasizes the need for strong supplier relationships and the potential of tools like ImportYeti to streamline the supplier discovery process.
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