Shows
Chain ReactionUnveiling Hidden Costs: Rethinking Procurement and Sourcing Decisions with Tony HinesSend us a textUnlock the secrets to smarter sourcing with Tony Hines on the Chain Reaction Podcast, as we unravel the iceberg theory of costs in procurement. Ever wondered how hidden costs like travel, relationship management, and quality control can sink your bottom line? Tony, with his extensive research background in the UK fashion industry, reveals how these unseen expenses often outweigh the initial savings of low unit prices. Prepare to shift your focus from merely hitting sales targets to embracing a more comprehensive understanding of procurement costs, ensuring your decisions are truly value-driven....2025-01-1518 min
Chain ReactionRevolutionizing Supply Chains: Exploring the Core Characteristics of Industry 4.0Send us a textEver wondered how the supply chain is adapting to a digital world? Discover the five core characteristics that are revolutionizing supply chain management in Industry 4.0: digitalization, automation, transparency, collaboration, and real-time information. Join Tony Hines on the Chain Reaction Podcast as he explores these groundbreaking elements reshaping traditional supply chains into intelligent, responsive systems. Learn how these components interconnect to form a robust framework that is not only transforming industries but also setting a new standard for efficiency and agility.Embark on a journey through technological and managerial advancements that are...2024-10-2916 min
Chain ReactionSupply Chain Strategies with Tony Hines: Demand-Driven and Customer-Focused InsightsSend us a textUnlock the secrets to a demand-driven and customer-focused supply chain strategy with Tony Hines, the maestro behind "Supply Chain Strategies: Demand Driven and Customer Focused." Discover how Tony seamlessly connects strategic thinking with real-world applications, offering a treasure trove of updated international case studies. This book is packed with comprehensive learning tools, including discussion questions, glossaries, and learning outcomes designed for students and professionals alike. Tony breaks down complex topics like supply chain risk, procurement, digital strategies, and future trends, ensuring you're equipped with the knowledge to stay ahead of industry changes.2024-08-0803 minChain ReactionWelcome to the Chain Reaction Podcast with Tony HinesSend us a textDiscover the strategies that elevate supply chains from mere operational backbones to competitive powerhouses with me, Tony Hines, on the Chain Reaction Podcast. Unpack over two decades of expertise in the ever-evolving supply chain industry, where I delve into topics that will not only inform but also transform your approach to supply chain management. Weekly episodes coupled with our Saturday News Roundup ensure you're well-equipped to interpret and act on global events that affect supply chains around the world.This week, we're unpacking the signals and strategies that could make a...2024-04-1302 minChain ReactionThe New Tech Gold Rush: Nvidia's Milestone, WTO Shocks, and Supply Chain DramasSend us a textCould the next gold rush be in the tech industry? Join me, Tony Hines, as I discuss Nvidia's astounding leap to a $2 trillion market value, propelled by the generative AI sector's insatiable hunger for advanced chips. Dive into the intricacies of global trade as India's bold proposal at the World Trade Organization meeting threatens to shake the foundations of digital e-commerce, with potential ripple effects for semiconductor behemoths like Qualcomm, Intel, AMD, and Nvidia. It's a rollercoaster week in the world of supply chains, and you're getting the full, unvarnished picture....2024-02-2417 min