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The automotive industry spends a lot of time talking about supply chains, but not nearly enough time talking about the people who make them work.In this episode of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast, Jan Griffiths and Tom Roberts are joined by Leah Wolf, retired General Motors supply chain executive and professor at Central Michigan University, for a conversation about one of the industry's most important and often overlooked challenges: developing the next generation of supply chain talent.After spending 33 years leading supply chain operations at General Motors, Leah now brings real-world experience into the classroom, helping students bridge the gap between theory and execution. From case competitions and plant tours to supplier strategy and inventory management, she shares how universities can prepare students for the realities of today's manufacturing environment.The conversation explores how the skills required for supply chain success are evolving. Technical knowledge remains important, but leadership, teamwork, adaptability, and problem-solving skills continue to set great supply chain professionals apart from the rest. As AI and automation reshape the industry, Leah and Tom discuss why technology will amplify human capability rather than replace it.This conversation challenges supply chain leaders to rethink their talent pipeline. The organizations that build strong partnerships with universities, invest in experiential learning, and engage future talent early will be better positioned to navigate disruption and lead the next era of automotive supply chain excellence.Themes Discussed in This EpisodeBuilding the automotive supply chain talent pipelineBridging academia and industry experienceWhy real-world learning matters in supply chain educationThe evolving role of AI in supply chain careersLeadership, teamwork, and problem-solving under pressureDeveloping future-ready supply chain professionalsUniversity partnerships and talent development strategiesThis podcast is powered by QAD RedZone.Featured GuestName: Leah Wolf Title: Professor of Supply Chain Management, Central Michigan University; Retired General Motors Supply Chain ExecutiveAbout: Professor Leah Wolf spent 33 years with General Motors, primarily serving in global supply chain leadership roles across North America and Europe. Since retiring from GM in 2016, she has focused on developing the next generation of supply chain professionals, teaching graduate and undergraduate supply chain management courses at Central Michigan University and Wayne State University while bringing decades of real-world industry experience into the classroom.Connect: LinkedInAbout Your HostsJan GriffithsJan is the host and producer of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast and The Automotive Leaders Podcast. A former automotive manufacturing and supply chain executive, Jan is recognized as a Champion for Culture Change in the automotive industry. She brings direct, grounded conversations to leaders navigating execution, disruption, and transformation across the global automotive ecosystem.Tom Roberts (Co-host)Tom is Co-host of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast and Vice President of Strategic Industry Development at QAD. He works closely with automotive and industrial manufacturers to close the gap between insight and execution, helping leaders move from visibility to systems of action that drive real operational outcomes.Episode Highlights[02:43] From the Plant Floor to Global Supply Chain: Leah reflects on her 33-year career at General Motors, beginning as a production supervisor and eventually leading supply chain operations across multiple countries and cultures.[04:28] Learning Beyond the Classroom: Students gain hands-on experience through case competitions, trade shows, plant tours, and real-world consulting projects before entering the workforce.[08:53] The Total Enterprise Cost Lesson: Jan and Leah discuss why great supply chain decisions require balancing piece price, inventory, logistics, quality, and supplier relationships rather than focusing on a single metric.[12:19] Teaching Real-World Problem Solving: Leah explains how she challenges students with current supply chain issues and forces them to think through implementation, execution, and business outcomes.[14:22] Making Supply Chain Exciting: Plant tours, warehouse visits, and real manufacturing environments help students understand the fast-paced and dynamic nature of supply chain careers.[18:28] The Skills That Never Go Out of Style: A sense of urgency, leadership, transparency, teamwork, and strong interpersonal relationships remain foundational skills for supply chain success.[19:46] The Blackout That Tested a Team: Leah shares a memorable story from the Northeast Blackout and how a highly engaged team found creative ways to keep production running.[22:31] Why AI Changes the Game: Tom and Leah explore how AI, automation, predictive analytics, and risk mapping are transforming supply chain operations and decision-making.[25:01] Preparing Students for an AI-Powered Future: Students are increasingly exposed to AI applications that automate routine processes and help supply chain professionals make faster, more informed decisions.[26:55] Building a Stronger Talent Pipeline: Leah encourages supply chain leaders to engage with universities early, support internships and experiential learning, and build relationships with future talent before graduation.Top Quotes[10:23] Leah Wolf: “Total enterprise cost is key, and I teach that all day long. You've got to run the numbers, and you've got to do the business case.”[15:18] Leah Wolf: "I would go into work every day thinking I've seen it all. And then, I'd go to work the next day, and something else that I'd never even dreamed would've happened would've happened. "[24:47] Leah Wolf: "Everything you just mentioned, I've done manually, and it's very difficult, and sometimes you can't get all the answers, and maybe until it's too late. But with AI, it's going to change all that. It's just gonna be amazing."Follow the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast for real conversations with leaders who are making hard choices, focusing their bets, and leading with intent.
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Data is everywhere in manufacturing. Competitive advantage comes from turning it into action, where the work happens.In this episode of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast, Jan Griffiths and Tom Roberts sit down with Tom Luttrell, CIO of CSP, to discuss what it takes to modernize technology inside an automotive manufacturing company and why the future belongs to companies that move beyond systems of record and embrace systems of action.With more than three decades of experience leading technology transformations across automotive manufacturing, Tom shares how he approached his first year at CSP by listening first, understanding business problems before technology solutions, and building a roadmap centered on simplification, automation, and employee empowerment.The conversation explores the realities of disconnected systems, fragmented workflows, and siloed data that slow execution across manufacturing organizations. Tom explains why modern ERP platforms, AI-powered workflows, and agentic technologies can place critical information directly in the hands of maintenance technicians, operators, and frontline teams when they need it most.Rather than focusing on technology for technology's sake, Tom emphasizes a people-first approach. Success comes from making employees' jobs easier, reducing friction, improving decision-making, and creating tools that respect human expertise while accelerating action.In the latter part of the episode, QAD's Tom Roberts reflects on the shift from systems of record to systems of action, the role AI plays in uncovering the "why" behind operational issues, and why technology leaders must communicate in business terms rather than technical language.Themes Discussed in This EpisodeWhy manufacturing leaders must move from systems of record to systems of actionBuilding a data-first culture that drives execution, not just visibilityModernizing legacy technology without disrupting the businessUsing Agentic AI to put knowledge in the hands of frontline teamsEmpowering maintenance technicians and operators with real-time decision supportMaking manufacturing execution systems work for the people doing the workDesigning technology around human behavior and user adoptionEliminating friction between data, decisions, and actionBalancing cybersecurity, productivity, and business outcomesLeading enterprise transformation through trust, relationships, and business alignmentThis podcast is powered by QAD RedZone.Featured GuestName: Tom LuttrellTitle: Chief Information Officer at CSPAbout: Tom is Chief Information Officer at CSP, bringing more than 30 years of experience leading digital transformation, ERP modernization, cybersecurity, and business growth initiatives across the automotive and manufacturing industries. Prior to joining CSP, he held CIO leadership roles at RealTruck, Shiloh Industries, and Masco Cabinetry, where he led large-scale global technology transformations, ERP integrations, and operational improvement initiatives. He holds degrees in Computer Information Systems and Business Administration and continues to advance his expertise in cybersecurity and risk management.Connect: LinkedInAbout Your HostsJan GriffithsJan is the host and producer of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast and The Automotive Leaders Podcast. A former automotive manufacturing and supply chain executive, Jan is recognized as a Champion for Culture Change in the automotive industry. She brings direct, grounded conversations to leaders navigating execution, disruption, and transformation across the global automotive ecosystem.Tom Roberts (Co-host)Tom is Co-host of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast and Vice President of Strategic Industry Development at QAD. He works closely with automotive and industrial manufacturers to close the gap between insight and execution, helping leaders move from visibility to systems of action that drive real operational outcomes.Episode Highlights[02:17] Building a Data-First Culture: Tom explains his mission at CSP: modernize the technology foundation, create a data-first culture, and make it measurably easier for employees to do their jobs.[03:23] Listen Before You Lead: Technology transformation begins with understanding the business. Tom spent his first ninety days assessing systems, processes, talent, and trust before making changes.[06:40] From Systems of Record to Systems of Action: Traditional ERP systems capture transactions. Modern systems sense issues, trigger action, and help teams respond in real time before problems escalate.[08:30] AI for the Frontline: Instead of searching through hundreds of documents, maintenance technicians could use AI-powered tools to instantly access answers and solve problems faster.[10:46] The Point of Impact: The greatest value comes when critical information reaches the person closest to the problem, enabling faster decisions and better quality outcomes.[12:18] Reimagining the Shop Floor Experience: Tom outlines his vision for manufacturing execution systems that provide real-time visibility, automate routine transactions, and simplify work for operators.[13:46] Technology That Works for People: Whether through automation, scanning, image recognition, or AI-driven workflows, technology should remove friction rather than create it.[15:39] Speaking the Language of Business: One of Tom's biggest leadership lessons was learning to frame technology initiatives around business outcomes, not technical specifications.[17:42] Cybersecurity Without Creating Friction: Security matters, but successful technology leaders balance risk mitigation with maintaining productivity and enabling business operations.[21:08] The Power of Systems of Action: Tom Roberts explains how AI can move organizations beyond reporting what happened toward understanding why it happened and what action should happen next.Top Quotes[02:52] Tom Luttrell: “ The reason why I came in was to modernize our technology foundation for the company and to build a data-first culture, and to make it measurably easier for our employees to get their jobs done.”[10:55] Tom Luttrell: "You're putting the information in the hands of what I would call the point of impact, which would be the maintenance tech at that specific press looking at that specific problem."[16:20] Tom Luttrell: “ You have to primarily come at things from what problem are you trying to solve from a business perspective.”Follow the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast for real conversations with leaders who are making hard choices, focusing their bets, and leading with intent.
Jack Wallace II is fresh off a win at the most recent stop on the ASA Pro/Am Tour. Shooting in the Senior Pro division Jack entered the shootdown needing to make up a 4 point deficit to take the win and he did just that! He is the winner of 4 of the last 5 Pro/Ams and has consistently been at the top of his game. We talked with Jack about how he rediscovered "his" shot and the tuning process behind making the bow as forgiving as possible. We covered the setup and mental aspects of shot execution and yardage judging with one of the best guys around our sport. Jack is a teacher and loves working with others to improve their archery skills and was blessed to have his wife Sharon take home the win as well this weekend in the Women's Pro division. Jack shoots for Mathews Archery, Victory arrows, Tac Vanes, Bowfinger, QAD, ElvishTac, AAE, Zeiss, Specialty Archery, AcuArchery, Competition Archery Products and several other top brands. Listen in as we discuss all things archery with Jack and look forward to finishing the season on a high note.Check out the Competition Archery Media Stream of the Shootdown with Jack:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cjuSXlBiLgWe also discuss one of Jack's personal innovations the "Band Arm Stabilizing System" you can find it here at Lancaster Archery:https://lancasterarchery.com/products/momentum-archery-the-band-arm-stabilization-systemThank you to our sponsors here at the podcast for keeping us up and running! Cooper Heat and Air, H&H Archery, Summit Bowstrings and Red Dirt Archery!#triplecarchery #lancasterarchery #competitionarcherymedia #archeryshootersassociation #3darchery #H&Harchery #shot3dexperience #summitbowstrings #mathewsarchery #dartonarchery #dartonunderground #reddirtarchery #oklahomaarchery #okasafederation
WBSRocks: Business Growth with ERP and Digital Transformation
Send us Fan MailThis week's enterprise software announcements reveal how aggressively vendors are repositioning around AI agents, composable integration, and industry-specific workflows. NetSuite introduced its new integration platform to simplify connectivity across enterprise ecosystems, while Oracle expanded both its process manufacturing capabilities and AI agent portfolio inside Fusion Cloud Applications. QAD and Tata Consultancy Services strengthened their manufacturing operations strategy through the Redzone partnership, reinforcing the growing importance of connected frontline execution. Meanwhile, Intuit Mailchimp rolled out new e-commerce enhancements, and Seismic and Highspot announced a major merger that could reshape the sales enablement landscape. On the AI infrastructure side, Anthropic expanded MCP with a framework for full-stack agentic applications, while emerging vendors like Hubbl Technologies positioned themselves as orchestration layers for the Salesforce agentic ecosystem. Finally, Sage, Salesforce, and Sinch continued the broader trend of embedding AI agents deeper into finance, communications, and customer engagement workflows, signaling that the enterprise software market is rapidly shifting from passive systems of record toward autonomous systems of execution.In today's episode, we invited a panel of industry analysts for a live discussion on LinkedIn to analyze current enterprise software stories. We covered many grounds, including the direction and roadmaps of each enterprise software vendor. Finally, we analyzed future trends and how they might shape the enterprise software industry.Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i0Ktqz2rXh8Questions for Panelists?
WBSRocks: Business Growth with ERP and Digital Transformation
Send us Fan MailRecent announcements across the enterprise software landscape highlight an accelerating convergence of AI, integration, and industry-specific innovation as core pillars of modern enterprise architecture. Oracle continues to expand its footprint with new capabilities across financial services, process manufacturing, and AI agents embedded within Oracle Fusion Cloud, reinforcing the shift toward intelligent, industry-aware ERP ecosystems. At the same time, Sage is advancing AI-driven enhancements in Sage X3, while NetSuite is strengthening composability through its new integration platform. Beyond core ERP, ecosystem players such as ActiveCampaign, Bombora, and Omilia are embedding intelligence into customer engagement and data workflows, while emerging innovators like Fibr AI attract funding to push experimentation at the edge. Strategic partnerships, including QAD and Tata Consultancy Services, further signal the importance of services-led transformation. Collectively, these moves reflect a broader structural trend: enterprise platforms are evolving into tightly integrated, AI-augmented ecosystems where domain specialization, real-time intelligence, and composable architectures define competitive advantage.In today's episode, we invited a panel of industry analysts for a live discussion on LinkedIn to analyze current enterprise software stories. We covered many grounds, including the direction and roadmaps of each enterprise software vendor. Finally, we analyzed future trends and how they might shape the enterprise software industry.Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtcFOMAANWMQuestions for Panelists?
Most of us are playing with AI; a few are putting it to work. The gap between the two is the difference between curiosity and a competitive edge.Jan Griffiths and Tom Roberts sit down with Cheryl Thompson, founder of the Cheryl Thompson AI Adoption Advisory Practice and one of the most practical voices in AI adoption today. With over 1,400 hours of hands-on learning, Cheryl has gone deep on what works, what doesn't, and where most people get stuck.This conversation is for the supply chain and IT professional who has dabbled in ChatGPT, gotten frustrated, and walked away. Cheryl breaks down the real difference between an AI assistant, a specialist, and an AI employee in plain English. She shares the prompt structure she uses every day, the mindset shift that separates the curious from the capable, and three things every supply chain professional should do this week to move from playing around to producing results.Themes Discussed in This EpisodeWhy AI isn't going to take your job, but someone who knows AI willThe RCRQ prompt structure: Role, Context, Request, QuestionsAI assistant vs. specialist vs. AI employee, explained The Custom GPT, Claude project, and Gemini Gem comparison in plain EnglishWhy AI will lie to you confidently if you don't push backThe Parkinson's law trap: what to do with the time AI gives backPractical use cases for procurement: RFQ documentation, supplier evaluation, negotiation prepWhy human relationships still matter more than ever in supplier developmentThree things to do this week to move from playing with AI to using itThis podcast is powered by QAD RedZone.Featured GuestName: Cheryl ThompsonTitle: Founder, Cheryl Thompson AI Adoption Advisory PracticeAbout: Cheryl is on a mission to help small business owners and corporate professionals stop playing with AI and start getting real value from it. With more than 1,400 hours of dedicated AI learning and three rounds through an intensive 12-week training program, she has built a practice focused on practical adoption, not hype. Cheryl runs workshops and learning labs tailored by function, including supply chain and procurement, helping professionals build prompts, specialists, and AI workflows that fit how they actually work.Connect: LinkedInAbout Your HostsJan GriffithsJan is the host and producer of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast and The Automotive Leaders Podcast. A former automotive manufacturing and supply chain executive, Jan is recognized as a Champion for Culture Change in the automotive industry. She brings direct, grounded conversations to leaders navigating execution, disruption, and transformation across the global automotive ecosystem.Tom Roberts (Co-host)Tom is Co-host of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast and Vice President of Strategic Industry Development at QAD. He works closely with automotive and industrial manufacturers to close the gap between insight and execution, helping leaders move from visibility to systems of action that drive real operational outcomes.Mentioned in this Episode:Henry Cloud, BoundariesDavid Allen, Getting Things DoneThe Eisenhower MatrixCheryl's upcoming Learning Lab for supply chain and procurement professionalsEpisode Highlights[03:11] The 1,400-Hour Rabbit Hole: How Cheryl's curiosity about AI turned into an obsession and a full-scale commitment to helping people adopt AI with confidence.[08:20] The RCRQ Prompt Structure That Actually Works: Cheryl breaks down her practical framework for prompting AI effectively using role, context, request, and clarifying questions.[09:15] Custom GPT, Claude Project, Gemini Gem: Different platforms. Same concept. Cheryl explains how AI specialists and agents work behind the scenes.[12:57] AI Is the Loud, Confident Colleague Who Sometimes Makes Things Up: Why AI hallucinations happen, how people misuse AI like a search engine, and the importance of pushing back on outputs.[14:05] Parkinson's Law Meets AI: Tom explores the real challenge companies face once AI gives employees back hours of productive time.[17:29] Only 27% of the Workday Is Real Work: Cheryl shares Asana research showing how administrative overload prevents professionals from focusing on high-value work.[18:20] Negotiation Prep Is an Ideal AI Use Case: From supplier negotiations to procurement strategy, Cheryl explains how AI can sharpen preparation and confidence.[19:37] Why Human Skills Matter More Than Ever: Jan reflects on how AI creates space for relationship-building, supplier collaboration, and the human side of supply chain leadership.[21:50] Three Practical Ways to Start Using AI This Week: Cheryl gives supply chain and IT professionals a simple roadmap for moving beyond experimentation into real AI adoption.Top Quotes[13:34] Cheryl Thompson: “AI is not going to take your job. Someone that knows AI is going to take your job.”[14:32] Tom Roberts: “Are people ready to say, okay, I've saved all this time, great. Now, what do I do?”[19:43] Cheryl Thompson: “Yeah, and I'm so glad you said that because we have to remember the human in this AI world.”Connect With Cheryl ThompsonFind Cheryl on LinkedIn and learn more about her workshops and learning labs at her website (link in show notes).Connect With UsWe want to hear from you. What are your biggest supply chain challenges right now? What conversations do you want to hear on this podcast? Drop us a comment on the podcast website. The link is in the show notes.Follow the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast for real conversations with leaders who are making hard choices, focusing their bets, and leading with intent.
The real cyber threat isn't someone stealing your data. It's someone quietly changing a one to a zero on your shop floor, and you not noticing until something breaks.Cybersecurity used to be the topic everyone talked about. Then it went quiet. Now, with AI accelerating attack capability and quantum computing on the horizon, it's more urgent than ever, and most automotive manufacturers are not ready.In this episode, Jan Griffiths and co-host Tom Roberts sit down with Klint Walker, co-founder of Rule of Three Security and a 20-year veteran of federal cyber leadership. Klint has spent his career protecting critical infrastructure across the southeast, and he knows exactly where the holes are in manufacturing operations.This conversation goes beyond the headlines. The flashy denial-of-service stories get the press, but the real risk is the integrity attack, the quiet manipulation that changes a value, degrades a part, or corrupts a backup. In a world where OT, IT, and IoT have all converged, the attack surface is bigger than most C-suites realize.Themes Discussed in This EpisodeWhy integrity attacks, not data breaches, are the threat manufacturers should fear mostHow OT systems built for standalone operation became cyber liabilities the moment they got connectedWhy "convenience is the opposite of security" and what that means for your shop floorConfidentiality, availability, and integrity: the three pillars and why you can't optimize for all three at onceAI as a force multiplier for both defenders and attackers, and why only AI can defend against AIThe quantum computing arms race and why your encryption catalog matters nowWhy 70% of cybersecurity is policy, process, and people, not technologyThe disconnect between the C-suite and the front line on what actually needs protectingWhy containerizing AI matters: the cautionary tale of an AI that exposed CEO downsizing memosTabletop exercises: making the hard decisions before you are in crisisThis podcast is powered by QAD RedZone.Featured GuestName: Klint WalkerTitle: Co-Founder, Rule of Three SecurityAbout: Klint has 20 years of experience spanning federal, DOD, and private industry cybersecurity leadership. He has protected critical infrastructure across the southeast United States and holds a master's degree from the Naval Postgraduate School in Homeland Security and Defense. At Rule of Three Security, he helps organizations build cybersecurity programs grounded in the three pillars of the field: confidentiality, availability, and integrity.Connect: LinkedInAbout Your HostsJan GriffithsJan is the host and producer of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast and The Automotive Leaders Podcast. A former automotive manufacturing and supply chain executive, Jan is recognized as a Champion for Culture Change in the automotive industry. She brings direct, grounded conversations to leaders navigating execution, disruption, and transformation across the global automotive ecosystem.Tom Roberts (Co-host)Tom is Co-host of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast and Vice President of Strategic Industry Development at QAD. He works closely with automotive and industrial manufacturers to close the gap between insight and execution, helping leaders move from visibility to systems of action that drive real operational outcomes.Episode Highlights[00:03:21] What is cybersecurity, really? Klint opens with the question every C-suite should be able to answer but rarely can. It comes down to three pillars: confidentiality, availability, and integrity, and what those mean is different for every organization.[00:07:30] The integrity attack nobody is talking about. Threat actors changing a one to a zero. Manipulating a girder spec. Degrading a part. The attacks that don't make the news but can quietly compromise everything you ship.[00:10:00] The bank ransomware integrity story. Klint walks through how attackers can poison backups so that when you restore, you restore their fraudulent accounts as trusted data. Now apply that to a manufacturing BOM, a quality record, or a contract.[00:12:43] AI as the new attacker advantage. Reconnaissance that used to take weeks now takes 15 minutes. Threat actors are using AI to map employees, build social engineering campaigns, and stay undetected once inside.[00:16:50] The quantum arms race. Most organizations cannot tell you where they are using encryption, let alone whether it is quantum-ready. That cataloging exercise has to start now.[00:19:45] The five things a manufacturing C-suite should do. It starts with one question: have you defined cybersecurity for your organization? Most boards have never been briefed on the state of their own program.[00:21:30] The bank teller test. From the teller to the C-suite, every level of a bank gives a different answer to "what is the most important thing this business does?" If your front line is protecting the wrong thing, your cybersecurity program is broken before it starts.[00:24:22] The AI containment story. A single prompt pulled a draft executive downsizing memo from the CEO's inbox. Most organizations have not told their AI what it can and cannot touch.[00:28:14] The Rule of Three. The name of Klint's company comes from the three pillars. The job is making sure all three have visibility in your organization, and knowing which one matters most when something has to give.Top Quotes[00:06:58] Klint Walker: “Convenience is the opposite of security, and if you build something into convenience, you've bypassed security for it.”[00:08:12] Klint Walker: “The real threats out there might actually be what we call the integrity attacks. These get no love in the media, but these are where the threat actors are going in and they're manipulating data.”[00:23:43] Klint Walker: “If cybersecurity is not a culture of your organization, then it's just an add-on.”Don't Miss the Follow-UpKlint is coming back later this year to go deeper on tabletop exercises and the practical work of building a cybersecurity culture in a manufacturing environment. Subscribe so you do not miss it.Follow the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast for real conversations with leaders who are making hard choices, focusing their bets, and leading with intent.
The rear view mirror exists for a reason. Q1 is done. Jan Griffiths and co-host Tom Roberts look back at what Q1 revealed and look ahead at what Q2 demands. Tariff volatility. AI embedded in every executive's day. The domain knowledge gap that's quietly killing AI ROI. And a Q2 lineup built to help automotive leaders stop reacting and start acting.Over a year of tariff chaos has tested every supply chain in this industry. The companies that survived didn't just get lucky. They had data at their fingertips, not buried in spreadsheets or locked in someone's head. The ones still struggling? Still chasing Billy to find Susie's spreadsheet.And then there's AI. It's no longer theoretical. It's in everyone's day. But domain knowledge is the gap nobody's talking about. Commodity codes, customer master records, plant-level data inconsistencies. AI doesn't figure that out on its own. The humans who know the business have to be in the loop.In Q2, Jan and Tom are bringing in the guests who can help close those gaps. Cheryl Thompson on making AI practically useful for the average automotive professional. Klint Walker on the cybersecurity vulnerabilities hiding in plain sight on the shop floor. And a CIO whose entire focus is putting data in the hands of the people, and the culture shift that demands.Themes Discussed in This EpisodeSurviving a year of tariff chaos and what it exposedWhy "at your fingertips" data is the real competitive edgeThe volatility problem: it's not tariffs, it's the constant changeWhy the old automotive playbook no longer worksAgentic AI: the promise, the pitfalls, and the domain knowledge gapBreaking down silos between function and IT for AI to drive valueQ1 guest highlights: Marty Rathsburg, Dr. Bryan Reimer, Zack from RedZoneQ2 preview: Cheryl Thompson on practical AI, Klint Walker on cybersecurity, and a CIO on a data-first journeyThis podcast is powered by QAD RedZone.About Your HostsJan GriffithsJan is the host and producer of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast and The Automotive Leaders Podcast. A former automotive manufacturing and supply chain executive, Jan is recognized as a Champion for Culture Change in the automotive industry. She brings direct, grounded conversations to leaders navigating execution, disruption, and transformation across the global automotive ecosystem.Tom Roberts (Co-host)Tom is Co-host of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast and Vice President of Strategic Industry Development at QAD. He works closely with automotive and industrial manufacturers to close the gap between insight and execution, helping leaders move from visibility to systems of action that drive real operational outcomes.Mentioned in the Episode:The Gap in the Gain by Dr. Benjamin Hardy Agentic AI Isn't the Future. It's the Line Between Winners and Laggards with Sanjay Brahmawar and Bryan ReimerThe First 90 Days: How to Take Over a Purchasing Organization and Win with Marty RathsburgBeyond Dashboards: Building a Connected Workforce with Zack SosebeeEpisode Highlights[00:01:10] Q1 in Review: Stop and Look at the Gain: Jan frames the episode around Dr. Benjamin Hardy's concept of the Gap and the Gain. The industry rarely stops to measure what it's actually achieved.[00:02:39] Data at Your Fingertips, or Not: Tariff disruption exposed the visibility gap. Tom describes the reality for most companies: chasing data across systems, people, and spreadsheets instead of having it ready when it matters.[00:04:16] The Old Playbook Is Broken: The way automotive operates, in silos and reactively, isn't built for a world where tariffs, geopolitics, and disruption arrive simultaneously and without warning.[00:08:11] Agentic AI: Not a Light Switch: Jan pushes back on the idea that AI eliminates headcount overnight. It requires intention, training, human-in-the-loop thinking, and a deliberate build-out of trust.[00:08:45] Domain Knowledge Is the AI Gap No One Talks About: The real barrier to AI delivering value isn't the technology. It's understanding the data structures, commodity codes, and business logic the AI has to work with, and that requires people who know the domain.[00:12:08] Q2 Preview: What's Coming: Cheryl Thompson on making AI practically useful. Klint Walker on cybersecurity blind spots in manufacturing. And a CIO focused on putting data in the hands of the people and the culture shift that requires.[00:19:34] Systems of Record to Systems of Action: Jan and Tom land on the core challenge: automotive must change how it makes decisions, breaks down silos, and uses data, or the disruption will keep winning.Top Quotes[00:05:45] Jan Griffiths: "The world that we lived in before, it's gone. You might as well forget it. The key now is to adapt to the world that we're in."[00:06:09] Tom Roberts: "Where you have your customs folks maybe buried in supply chain somewhere and they're kind of a, back, back, back, back office function. You can't do that. You can't do that with that process or the people, or the systems around it. They have to be tied to active data, real time data, because these things are changing every 150 days or 90 days, or whatever it might be."[00:15:02] Tom Roberts: "Automotive is one of the toughest supply chains in the world. When a finished vehicle has 30,000 parts in it, however many different suppliers, it can be daunting."[00:19:34] Jan Griffiths: "And I am gonna steal your tagline, Tom, working with these systems of record and not turning them into systems of action. We have got to do more of that and we've gotta change the culture behind it."If this episode resonated, share it with a fellow automotive leader and subscribe to the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast, where we're closing the gap between insight and action across the global automotive supply chain.Follow the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast for real conversations with leaders who are making hard choices, focusing their bets, and leading with intent.
Q1 was a wild ride. Tariffs. Geopolitical shocks. Supply chain chaos. And now Q2 is here, and the question no one's asking out loud is: are you walking into your quarterly review meetings with the same playbook you've always used?Are you making decisions the same way? Operating the same way? Thinking the same way?Because if you are, this episode is for you.In this solo episode, Jan Griffiths lays out five things every automotive leader needs to confront as we head into Q2 2026. This is not a pep talk. This is a reality check.The ground is shifting. Trade agreements are uncertain. Chinese competitors are moving faster than ever. And the old playbook, the one built on certainty, hierarchy, and control, is a liability.Jan covers the five forces shaping Q2 2026 and what you need to do about them: from the geopolitical storm still raging, to the reinvention mandate, to why trust is a P&L lever, not a soft skill. She also shares a personal update on her new role as Executive Advisor with Seraph, a global manufacturing and operations consulting firm.If you're heading into Q2 with the same mindset as Q1, this episode will challenge you to change that, now!Themes Discussed in this EpisodeThe geopolitical storm: tariffs, the Iran conflict, global oil crisis, chip shortages, and USMCA renegotiationWhy resilience without reinvention is just enduranceThe reinvention mandate: speed, process destruction, and AI as an accelerator, not a crutchTrust and transparency as competitive weapons, not cultural nice-to-havesWhy command-and-control leadership is a speed killer and authentic leaders are winningOver-customization and why stopping it could be the fastest path to speed and cost reductionThe WRI scorecard: OEMs will be judged on supplier relationships in MayJan's new Executive Advisor role with SeraphThree actions you can take this week to start Q2 differently
What does it really take to walk into a new purchasing leadership role and make it work?Not the strategy deck. Not the org chart. The real work: the people, the data, the relationships, and the hard lessons learned along the way.In this episode, Jan Griffiths and co-host Tom Roberts sit down with Marty Rathsburg, newly appointed Head of Purchasing at the Gemini Group, a tier one and tier two automotive supplier with 17 locations across North America. Marty brings decades of experience in operations, purchasing, quality, and private equity. But this episode isn't about what he's done before. It's about what he's doing right now and what he's learning in real time.One of the challenges Marty ran into? The ERP. Gemini operates on a single ERP platform across all 17 locations, which sounds like an advantage until you realize every plant has customized it differently. Job shops, serial production, different commodity codes, and different supplier codes for the same vendor. The data is there. Getting it to mean something is another challenge entirely. It's a problem that plays out across the industry every day, and it's exactly the kind of execution gap that the right technology and the right systems of action are designed to close.This is Episode 1 of a two-part journey. We're bringing Marty back in six months to find out how it actually went.Themes Discussed in This EpisodeWhy do people come before strategy in any new leadership roleThe myth of "one ERP" and why it doesn't solve your data problemHow to prioritize suppliers when everything feels urgentStakeholder alignment: building credibility without the egoWhat vulnerability looks like in a purchasing leadership roleThe courage to call out your own misstepsFeatured GuestName: Marty RathsburgTitle: Head of Purchasing, Gemini GroupAbout: Marty is a transformation-focused operations and procurement leader known for bringing clarity to complex challenges. With 20+ years' experience improving performance and developing high‑impact teams, he's delivered consistent growth by aligning people, simplifying systems, and driving action. Marty is recognized for his hands-on leadership style, building relationships at every level, and creating cultures where teams move fast and win together. Whether integrating acquisitions or strengthening supply resilience, He brings a grounded, people-first approach to automotive and industrial supply chains.Connect: LinkedInAbout Your HostsJan GriffithsJan is the host and producer of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast and The Automotive Leaders Podcast. A former automotive manufacturing and supply chain executive, Jan is recognized as a Champion for Culture Change in the automotive industry. She brings direct, grounded conversations to leaders navigating execution, disruption, and transformation across the global automotive ecosystem.Tom Roberts (Co-host)Tom is Co-host of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast and Vice President of Strategic Industry Development at QAD. He works closely with automotive and industrial manufacturers to close the gap between insight and execution, helping leaders move from visibility to systems of action that drive real operational outcomes.Mentioned in the Episode:Tony Trecapelli, CEO of Gemini Group, on the Automotive Leaders PodcastEpisode Highlights[00:01:22] The Real Challenge of a New Role: Jan sets the stage: stepping into a purchasing and supply chain role is not about strategy on paper. The real challenge is deciding what to focus on first amid complexity.[00:02:47] Why Marty Chose Gemini Group: Marty shares what drew him to Gemini, rooted in firsthand experience working with them as a supplier and seeing their culture in action.[00:04:59] Start with People, Not Process: Marty's first move: sit down with every buyer, listen, take notes, and understand the human dynamics before making any changes.[00:07:01] One ERP, Many Realities: Despite having a single ERP across the organization, inconsistencies and plant-level differences require deep validation and gut-checking of data.[00:09:11] The Danger of Silo Optimization: Jan calls out a common industry issue: optimizing at the plant level at the expense of enterprise-wide visibility. The mindset must shift to the full ecosystem.[00:12:59] Prioritizing Suppliers Beyond Spend: Marty explains how prioritization goes beyond spend, factoring in risk, single sourcing, and future growth. A four-hour car ride with a plant manager becomes a strategic turning point.[00:14:51] Building Stakeholder Alignment Through Action: Alignment is not achieved in meetings. It is built through listening, collaboration, and solving problems together. Walking in with all the answers is the fastest way to lose trust.[00:18:17] Three Principles for New Leaders: Marty's advice: build relationships first, be relentless about understanding the data, and stay focused on outcomes while adapting the path to get there.Top Quotes[00:07:01] Marty Rathsburg: “You can't make decisions without the data, right? And you can't make effective decisions without the data… it's like playing with a deck of cards with half the cards there.”[00:09:11] Jan Griffiths: “We can no longer optimize for some, either a silo or a plant. We can't do that anymore. We have to think of the bigger ecosystem.”[00:16:21] Marty Rathsburg: “Be vulnerable, and then gain that trust, really moves it along quickly. And I think that is my main mode of operation when I'm trying to build these relationships.”[00:17:29] Marty Rathsburg: “Don't expect you're gonna take a hundred percent of the right steps… I've gotten comfortable with being uncomfortable, but call it out…”[00:15:54] Tom Roberts: “You have to have those to start having those relationships, breaking down barriers.”Don't Miss the Follow-UpMarty Rathsburg is coming back in six months. We'll find out what worked, what didn't, and what technology he used to solve the toughest problems. Subscribe so you don't miss it.Follow the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast for real conversations with leaders who are making hard choices, focusing their bets, and leading with intent.
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Your physical supply chain is optimized. Your data supply chain is broken. That's the hard truth at the center of this conversation and it's one most automotive leaders haven't fully faced yet.In this episode, Jan Griffiths and Tom Roberts sit down with Kevin Piotrowski, Chief Transformation Officer at AIAG, to break down Catena-X: what it is, why it matters, and why the automotive industry can no longer afford to ignore it.Kevin makes the case clearly: the data that companies need to make decisions no longer lives inside their four walls. 60, 70, 80% of decision-critical data now comes from outside the enterprise, from supply chains both upstream and downstream. Catena-X is the ecosystem built to move that data securely, at scale, across the entire supply chain, while protecting IP, maintaining data sovereignty, and enabling AI and robotics to act on it.This is not another IT initiative. It's a movement. Approaching its fifth anniversary in Europe and hitting year one or two in North America, Catena-X is entering the adoption phase and AIAG is driving that effort as the North American hub. The Readiness Booster Program, a 12-week onboarding, is already helping companies of all sizes get connected. From small suppliers using an Excel file to large manufacturers building their own certified connectors, there's an on-ramp for everyone.The challenges are real. Trust between OEMs and suppliers has never been a strength of this industry. Data extraction from fragmented ERP systems is hard. And many companies haven't even defined a data strategy yet. But the companies that wait will absorb the cost. The companies that move will build a competitive advantage that compounds: in quality, sustainability, carbon footprint reporting, digital twins, and beyond.Jan and Tom will both be at the AIAG Elevate conference in Detroit on May 21st. If you want to understand what's coming and where the real tension between OEMs and suppliers sits, that's the room to be in.Themes Discussed in This EpisodeWhy the data supply chain is the next frontier for automotiveWhat Catena-X is and why it's more than a data exchangeData sovereignty: how suppliers protect IP while sharing across the chainThe path from data to AI to robotics and why it's now one integrated systemThe Readiness Booster Program: how to get connected in 12 weeksWhy every supplier needs a data strategy before they pick a solutionThe trust deficit between OEMs and suppliers, and why it has to changeCatena-X in two years and five years: the global expansion roadmapAIAG Elevate Detroit Conference, May 21st: what to expectFeatured GuestName: Kevin PiotrowskiTitle: Chief Transformation Officer, AIAGAbout: Kevin Piotrowski serves as Chief Transformation Officer at AIAG, where he leads North American efforts around Catena-X adoption and digital transformation across the automotive supply chain. Kevin brings deep expertise in data strategy, supply chain technology, and industry collaboration, working directly with OEMs, suppliers, and solution providers to accelerate the shift toward connected, AI-ready supply chains.Connect: LinkedInAbout Your HostsJan GriffithsJan is the host and producer of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast and The Automotive Leaders Podcast. A former automotive manufacturing and supply chain executive, Jan is recognized as a Champion for Culture Change in the automotive industry. She brings direct, grounded conversations to leaders navigating execution, disruption, and transformation across the global automotive ecosystem.Tom Roberts (Co-host)Tom is Co-host of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast and Vice President of Strategic Industry Development at QAD. He works closely with automotive and industrial manufacturers to close the gap between insight and execution, helping leaders move from visibility to systems of action that drive real operational outcomes.Mentioned in the Episode:American Manufacturing SummitCatena-X North America HubAIAG North American Catena-X ConferenceEpisode Highlights[00:00:00] The Broken Data Supply Chain: Jan explains that while automotive perfected the physical supply chain, the data supply chain remains fragmented across disconnected systems. Catena-X aims to connect and standardize how critical supply chain data moves.[00:03:04] What Catena-X Actually Is: Kevin explains Catena-X simply: a secure way for companies to exchange complex supply chain data across the entire network, not just point-to-point.[00:04:56] Data Sovereignty in Practice: Kevin describes how Catena-X protects sensitive relationships. Data moves only one level up or down the chain, so companies see outcomes without exposing supplier identities.[00:08:00] From Data to AI to Robotics: Clean data feeds Catena-X, which enables secure exchange, powers AI decision-making, and ultimately drives automation and robotics.[00:10:07] The Readiness Booster Program: AIAG's 12-week onboarding program helps companies quickly join the Catena-X network with training, connectors, and testing for suppliers of all sizes.[00:12:28] The Real Challenge: Strategy Before Solution: Many companies jump to tools before defining their data strategy. Kevin emphasizes understanding what data exists, where it lives, and what should be shared.[00:13:46] Trust: The Automotive Industry's Weakest Link: Jan and Kevin discuss how trust and collaboration across OEMs and suppliers will determine how fast Catena-X can scale.[00:17:11] Two Years and Five Years Out: Kevin predicts global expansion of Catena-X in the next two years, with broader adoption and measurable value across industries within five.[00:19:06] See You at AIAG Elevate – May 21 in Detroit: Jan and Tom commit to attending the AIAG Elevate conference to hear firsthand how OEMs and suppliers are approaching Catena-X adoption.Top Quotes[00:00:30] Tom: “Manufacturers don't have a data problem; they've got an execution problem.”[00:01:23] Jan: “We spend decades optimizing physical supply chains. We're very, very good at it. But that data supply chain is still broken.”[00:04:16] Kevin: “Today, 60, 70, 80% pick a number, but it's a big number. They need data outside their four walls to make the proper decisions.”[00:07:09] Kevin: “Data sovereignty is making sure everybody has access only to the data they should see and to nobody else's.”[00:09:07] Kevin: “It starts with data, it works its way where you need to exchange it in a secure way, and then it goes to AI engines, and then it goes to robotics.”[00:13:46] Kevin: “Trust up the chain and down the chain is gonna become a very key factor.”[00:17:47] Kevin: “Just like EDI and common barcoding and common quality requirements have saved the industry probably billions of dollars over the decades, this has that same promise.”Follow the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast for real conversations with leaders who are making hard choices, focusing their bets, and leading with intent.
Intervention du Samedi 21 Février 2026 de Dr. Fawzia Al-Rawi dans le cadre des veillées spirituelles Conscience Soufie et du nouveau cycle ramadan consacré au Coran. Le Coran parle au corps, au cœur et aux profondeurs invisibles de l'âme. Parmi les cadeaux qu'Il nous offre, se trouvent six versets que Dieu Lui-même appelle « les versets de guérison », âyât ash-shifâ'. Ces versets ne sont pas des métaphores, mais des portes où le Verbe divin rencontre la blessure humaine. Durant cette veillée, nous explorerons et expérimenterons la manière avec laquelle Dieu guérit : par les mots, la lumière, le dhikr et l'éveil du cœur profond. Rosina-Fawzia Al-Rawi Al-Rifai est née à Bagdad. Titulaire d'un doctorat en sciences islamique, elle a étudié la langue arabe, l'islam et l'ethnologie aux universités de Vienne et du Caire. Elle a vécu douze ans à Jérusalem où elle a approfondi sa connaissance du soufisme, tant en théorie qu'en pratique, avec son maître, Sidi Shaykh Muhammad Al-Rifai. Depuis 2001, elle vit à Vienne et s'attache à transmettre la sagesse soufie et ses traditions. Son enseignement s'adresse tout particulièrement aux femmes et vise à établir des ponts de compréhension entre les différentes cultures afin de contribuer à la paix dans le monde. Fawzia Al-Rawi est autrice de plusieurs ouvrages, notamment « L'Appel d'Allah – un compagnon pour le mois sacré du Ramadan ». Les versets de la guérison – Âyât al-shifâ' Dans le Coran, les versets de la guérison » (âyât al-shifâ' /آيات الشفاء ) sont au nombre de six. Ce sont les versets dans lesquels le mot shifâ' (guérison) ou le verbe yashfî (guérir) sont cités. Ils sont récités dans un but de guérison. قَاتِلُوهُمْ يُعَذِّبْهُمُ اللَّهُ بِأَيْدِيكُمْ وَيُخْزِهِمْ وَيَنْصُرْكُمْ عَلَيْهِمْ وَيَشْفِ صُدُورَ قَوْمٍ مُؤْمِنِينَ 1. 1- Qâtilû-hum yu‘adhdhib-humu Llâh bi-aydîkum wa-yukhzi-him wa-yanṣur-kum ‘alayhim wa-yashfi ṣudûra qawmin mu'minîna « Combattez-les ; Dieu les punira par vos mains, Il les couvrira d'opprobre et vous accordera la victoire sur eux, et Il guérira les cœurs d'un peuple croyant. » (Sourate 9 Le repentir / Al-Tawba, verset 14) *** يَا أَيُّهَا النَّاسُ قَدْ جَاءَتْكُمْ مَوْعِظَةٌ مِنْ رَبِّكُمْ وَشِفَاءٌ لِمَا فِي الصُّدُورِ وَهُدًى وَرَحْمَةٌ لِلْمُؤْمِنِينَ 2- Yâ ayyuhâh an-nâs ! Qad jâ'atkum maw‘iẓatun min rabbikum wa shifâ'un li-mâ fî s-ṣudûri wa hudan wa raḥmatun li-l-mu'minîn « Ô hommes ! Une exhortation vous est venue de votre Seigneur, une guérison de ce qui est dans vos poitrines, une guidance et une miséricorde pour les croyants. » (Sourate 10 Jonas / Yûnûs, verset 57) *** يَخْرُجُ مِنْ بُطُونِهَا شَرَابٌ مُخْتَلِفٌ أَلْوَانُهُ فِيهِ شِفَاءٌ لِلنَّاسِ 3- Yakhruju min buṭûniha sharâbun mukhtalifun alwânuhu fîhi shifâ'un li-n-nâs « De leur ventre [celui des abeilles] sort une liqueur aux couleurs variées, dans laquelle se trouve une guérison pour les gens. » (Sourate 16 Les Abeilles / Al-Nahl, verset 69) *** وَنُنَزِّلُ مِنَ الْقُرْآنِ مَا هُوَ شِفَاءٌ وَرَحْمَةٌ لِلْمُؤْمِنِينَ 4- Wa nunazzilu mina l-qur'âni ma huwa shifâ'un wa raḥmatun lil-muminîn « Et Nous faisons descendre par le Coran, ce qui est une guérison et une miséricorde pour les croyants. (Sourate 17 Le Voyage nocturne /Al-Isrâ', 82) *** وَإِذَا مَرِضْتُ فَهُوَ يَشْفِينِ 5- Wa idhâ mariḍtu fa-huwa yashfîni « Et quand je tombe malade, c'est Lui qui me guérit » (Sourate 26 Les Poètes / Ash-Shu‘arâ', verset 80) *** قُلْ هُوَ لِلَّذِينَ آمَنُوا هُدًى وَشِفَاءٌ 6- Qul huwa li-l-ladhîna âmanû hudan wa shifâ'un « Dis : Pour les croyants, il [le Coran] est une guidance et une guérison. (Sourate 41: Les Détaillées / Fuṣṣilat, verset : 44) Pour plus d'information, visitez notre site: https://consciencesoufie.com/
Contact Ian at ian.berman@qad.com and Joshua at joshua.guy@qad.com for further conversationGlobal trade does not have a compliance problem. It has an execution gap. The classifications exist. The brokers are in place. The duties are being paid. Yet too often, trade is treated as documentation instead of strategy. In this episode, Jan Griffiths and Tom Roberts sit down with Ian Berman, Global Trade and Transportation expert, and Joshua Guy, Foreign Trade Zone specialist, to challenge that mindset and introduce a new one.Ian and Joshua make the case that tariffs are no longer a temporary disruption. They are a structural operating condition. With layered duties, stacked exposure, and policy volatility, organizations cannot afford to treat trade compliance as a cost center. The companies that will win are the ones that shift from a system of record to a system of action. That means modeling exposure before it hits. Scenario planning under uncertainty. Using infrastructure like FTZs deliberately. And building systems that react at the speed policy changes.The honesty in this conversation sets the tone. Jan openly admits she once treated trade compliance as something to “just like keep me clean. Don't get me into trouble.” Ian confirms how common that mindset is, saying, “They look at that as just a cost center. Honestly, Jan…” That old-world thinking no longer works.Joshua explains why the stakes have changed: “This is way too complicated of an environment that is changing daily, and so you have to be dependent on systems for this. You cannot be dependent on the old way of how things work.” In a world where executive orders drop on Friday and implementation happens Tuesday, modeling tools and automation are no longer optional. They are survival mechanisms.This episode is a reminder that global trade is not back-office reporting. It is strategic infrastructure. Leaders who treat it as such gain flexibility, cash flow timing advantages, and margin recovery. Those who do not will absorb cost and call it unavoidable.Themes Discussed in This EpisodeWhy treating trade compliance as a cost center is a strategic mistakeThe shift from system of record to system of action in global tradeTariffs as a structural operating condition, not a temporary disruptionModeling exposure before policy changes hitThe critical role of data accuracy under refund and audit scrutinyBuilding scenario capability to react at the speed of volatilityForeign Trade Zones as strategic infrastructure, not paperworkTurning landed cost management into a competitive advantageFeatured GuestName: Ian BermanTitle: Global Trade and Transportation ExpertAbout: Ian is the Manager of Business Consulting with QAD Supply Chain. Ian has been with QAD for 11 years and has 20 years of experience in global trade and transportation management. He holds a Masters Degree in Supply Chain Management as well as an ASCM CLTD Certification.Connect: LinkedInName: Joshua GuyTitle: Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) SpecialistAbout: For more than 25 years, Joshua has worked at the intersection of engineering, product leadership, and global trade, helping organizations bring structure and clarity to complex supply chains. Today, he leads strategy for Foreign-Trade Zone solutions that enable multinational importers to manage tariff exposure, reduce compliance risk, and strengthen financial performance. He also led the development of QAD FTZ, an industry-leading Inventory Control and Recordkeeping System that supports manufacturers, distributors, and 3PLs as they move from reactive compliance to proactive, resilient trade strategy in a volatile global environment.Connect: LinkedInAbout Your HostsJan GriffithsJan is the host and producer of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast and The Automotive Leaders Podcast. A former automotive manufacturing and supply chain executive, Jan is recognized as a Champion for Culture Change in the automotive industry. She brings direct, grounded conversations to leaders navigating execution, disruption, and transformation across the global automotive ecosystem.Tom Roberts (Co-host)Tom is Co-host of the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast and Vice President of Strategic Industry Development at QAD. He works closely with automotive and industrial manufacturers to close the gap between insight and execution, helping leaders move from visibility to systems of action that drive real operational outcomes.Episode Highlights[01:38] Falling on the Sword: Jan opens with honesty, acknowledging that she once viewed trade compliance as protection, not potential. It was about staying out of trouble, not driving advantage. That mindset, she admits, is exactly what leaders must now challenge.[03:58] Cost Center Thinking: Ian names the pattern many organizations fall into. Trade teams are treated as overhead, brought in after decisions are made, measured by cost instead of contribution. In today's environment, that thinking leaves value on the table.[10:51] The New Reality: Joshua reframes the moment with clarity. Uncertainty is not a phase. It is the operating model. Leaders who accept that shift can move from reacting to preparing.[17:30] Start with a State of the Union: Before making bold moves, Ian calls for alignment. Understand what you buy, where it comes from, what you pay, and what systems support it. Clarity is the foundation for action.[10:33] Volatility Isn't Going Away: Ian delivers the hard truth. Today's structure will change again. Waiting for stability is not a strategy. Building agility is.[12:29] Systems Over Spreadsheets: Joshua draws the line between the old world and the new. Manual tracking cannot keep pace with stacking tariffs and shifting rules. Systems of action are no longer optional. They are essential.[19:37] FTZ as a Lever: Joshua shifts the lens from compliance to opportunity. Foreign Trade Zones are not paperwork exercises. Used well, they become a financial lever that improves cash flow and protects margin.[22:07] Leadership Urgency: Tom closes with resolve. When double-digit cost increases appear, leaders cannot hesitate. They must understand the full landed cost, explore every lever, and act decisively.Top Quotes[04:49] Ian: “They look at that as just a cost center. Honestly, Jan, and again, you fell on the sword and you're not alone.”[10:51] Joshua: “I think the only certainty is uncertainty in these times, right?”[12:29] Joshua: “You have to be dependent on systems for this. You cannot be dependent on the old way of how things work.”[22:07] Tom: “If I'm facing 10% additional cost, or 15 or 40, or whatever it is. I am gonna figure this out.”Follow the Auto Supply Chain Champions Podcast for real conversations with leaders who are making hard choices, focusing their bets, and leading with intent.
WBSRocks: Business Growth with ERP and Digital Transformation
Send us a textThis cluster of announcements illustrates how enterprise software vendors are converging on monetizable AI, composable ecosystems, and domain-specific depth rather than headline platform reinvention. Product expansions such as BillingPlatform's RevenueIQ suite, Epicor's outcomes-based ERP AI agent, and BlackLine's Verity for the CFO signal a shift toward AI that is tightly anchored to measurable financial and operational outcomes. At the same time, M&A and alliances—including IFS acquiring 7bridges, Salesforce's planned acquisition of Regrello, QAD partnering with Esker, and Versori partnering with Fluent Commerce—reinforce a strategy of filling execution gaps through targeted capabilities rather than broad-suite sprawl. Underpinning much of this activity, Oracle's deployment of GPT-5 across its database and SaaS portfolio underscores how foundational AI services are becoming embedded infrastructure, while workforce and go-to-market expansions from ActivTrak and Capacity's acquisition of KLaunch highlight continued investment in productivity, adoption, and execution at the edges of the enterprise stack.In today's episode, we invited a panel of industry analysts for a live discussion on LinkedIn to analyze current enterprise software stories. We covered many grounds, including the direction and roadmaps of each enterprise software vendor. Finally, we analyzed future trends and how they might shape the enterprise software industry.Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KdCqxl1NXBIQuestions for Panelists?
Automotive manufacturing leaders have no shortage of data, but only those who turn it into action are winning, and AI is the accelerator.In this milestone episode, Jan Griffiths is joined by Sanjay Brahmawar, CEO of QAD, and Dr. Bryan Reimer, MIT Research Scientist and author of How to Make AI Useful, for a grounded conversation about how AI is creating real advantage in automotive manufacturing.The challenge facing automotive manufacturing leaders is not visibility. Leaders know where problems exist. The issue is that action often stalls between insight and execution. Dashboards explain what happened. They do not decide what happens next.Sanjay and Bryan draw a clear distinction between systems of record and systems of action. Systems of record observe. Systems of action decide, execute, and learn. Agentic AI belongs in the second category. It creates value when it removes friction from work, accelerates routine decisions, and gives people better context at the moment action is required.Frontline teams in automotive manufacturing do not resist AI. They adopt it when it respects their expertise and helps them do their jobs better. Adoption follows usefulness, not mandates. When AI amplifies human judgment instead of supervising it, execution speed improves and results follow.This episode challenges automotive manufacturing leaders to stop treating AI as a reporting layer and start using it as an execution engine. The organizations pulling ahead are not waiting for perfect conditions. They are starting small, learning fast, and letting action build confidence.Themes Discussed in this episode:Why data visibility alone does not drive performance in automotive manufacturingSystems of record vs systems of actionHow AI removes friction from automotive manufacturing operationsFrontline-first AI adoption in plantsAgentic AI as an execution multiplierLeadership ownership of decisionsBuilding momentum with 60 to 90-day winsFeatured Guests: Name: Sanjay BrahmawarTitle: CEO of QAD About: Sanjay Brahmawar is the CEO of QAD, a cloud software company delivering cloud-based solutions for manufacturers and global supply chains. With more than two decades of experience leading global technology businesses, he brings deep expertise in digital transformation, AI, IoT, and data-driven platforms, built through senior leadership roles at IBM and Software AG.Connect: LinkedInName: Dr. Bryan ReimerAbout: Dr. Bryan Reimer is a Research Scientist at the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics and a key member of the MIT AgeLab. He is also the author of How to Make AI Useful: Moving beyond the hype to real progress in business, society and life. His work focuses on how...
At the heart of The Prophets' vision are “The 24 Essential Supply Chain Processes.” What are they? Find out, and see the future yourself. Click here As 2025 wraps up, the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast looks back on its journey and shares thoughts about what's next. Hosts Jan Griffiths, Jim Liegghio, and Terry Onica take a moment to celebrate the podcast's impact, highlighting 15,000 downloads in over 20 countries, and look forward to their 100th episode in 2026, a milestone only a few podcasts achieve.Jim encourages listeners to revisit past episodes to hear how industry leaders think, solve problems, and approach supply chain challenges. Terry shares her retirement from QAD after 23 years, celebrating a career spent promoting supply chain excellence and promising to continue contributing to projects she loves.Jan confirms the podcast isn't going anywhere. In 2026, it will return with a refreshed format and new energy. For now, listeners can check out past episodes, dive deeper into the content on the website, and follow along as the hosts continue sharing conversations that shape the automotive supply chain.Featured on this episode: Name: Jan GriffithsTitle: President and Founder, Gravitas Detroit About: Jan is the architect of cultural change in the automotive industry. As the President & Founder of Gravitas Detroit, Jan brings a wealth of expertise and a passion for transforming company cultures. Additionally, she is the host of the Automotive Leaders Podcast, where she shares insightful conversations with industry visionaries. Jan is also the author of AutoCulture 2.0, a groundbreaking book that challenges the traditional leadership model prevalent in the automotive world. With her extensive experience and commitment to fostering positive change, Jan is at the forefront of revolutionizing the automotive landscape.Connect: LinkedInName: James “Jim” LiegghioTitle: Manager, Customer Experience & Engagement, Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG)About: Jim is a seasoned supply chain leader with over 25 years of experience, particularly in the automotive sector. His expertise spans a wide range of areas, from hands-on plant-level material and production control to high-level corporate logistics roles at major OEMs like FCA. He has navigated the complexities of international logistics, trade compliance, and cross-functional collaboration, gaining a global perspective that enhances his approach to supply chain management. He excels at working across departments to achieve strategic goals, with a strong focus on optimizing operations and fostering relationships. His work isn't just about logistics; it's about cultivating a culture of continuous improvement, community, and diversity. Throughout his career, Jim has remained committed to lifelong learning, driven by a genuine curiosity and a passion for leadership.Connect: LinkedInName: Terry OnicaTitle: Director, Automotive at
Sage unveiled new functionality in Sage Intacct designed to help finance teams move from managing data to driving performance. Deltek unveiled its next-generation platform and brand evolution at Deltek ProjectCon 2025. ECI Software Solutions announced its NET1 Commerce Suite for North American Manufacturers. QAD and Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced an expanded strategic collaboration.Connect with us!https://www.erpadvisorsgroup.com866-499-8550LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/erp-advisors-groupTwitter:https://twitter.com/erpadvisorsgrpFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/erpadvisorsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/erpadvisorsgroupPinterest:https://www.pinterest.com/erpadvisorsgroupMedium:https://medium.com/@erpadvisorsgroup
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At the heart of The Prophets' vision are “The 24 Essential Supply Chain Processes.” What are they? Find out, and see the future yourself. Click here This episode, recorded live at the QAD Midwest Users Conference, brings together voices shaping the future of automotive supply chains. Hosts Jan Griffiths, Terry Onica, and Jim Liegghio sat down with leaders across the supply chain to explore the future of manufacturing, technology, and collaboration.French Williams from Royal Technologies began by sharing how his company approaches automation. Rooted in a culture of “better tomorrow than today,” Royal has built a model where IT and supply chain work hand in hand, co-developing solutions that allow the company to scale and respond to customer needs.Autokiniton's Andy Amstuz takes the mic next. As VP of IT and president of the Midwest User Group, he explains why user groups matter. The community becomes a lifeline when challenges hit.Autokiniton already puts real-time performance data in front of operators at every work center, proof that frontline visibility drives better decisions.Fresh off his keynote, QAD's new CEO, Sanjay Brahmawar, outlined his vision for ERP as a “system of action” rather than a “system of record.” He introduced QAD's Champion AI, designed to reduce mundane work, tackle complex challenges like inventory costs, and accelerate implementations through “Champion Pace.”For Sanjay, culture is as critical as technology. He points to Redzone's track record — 26% productivity gains, 81% more engagement, and 35% lower attrition — as proof that empowering shop-floor teams changes the game.Andrea Hyska and Jon Smith of Lacks Enterprises brought the conversation down to the plant level, sharing how their IT teams succeed by staying connected to the business. From extending QMS capabilities to implementing shop floor applications, they credit a collaborative culture and hands-on leadership with making automation practical and effective.AIAG's Fred Coe closes with where data exchange is heading. EDI is not going away, but APIs and Catena-X will complement it, which makes standardization and supplier voices at the table urgent. He reminds listeners that shaping the future requires participation, not waiting for others to decide the direction.By the end of the conference, a clear theme had emerged: culture drives adoption, community accelerates learning, and technology is only effective when people are fully engaged. At this conference, the future of automotive supply chains didn't feel theoretical; it felt like it was already being built, one conversation at a time.Themes discussed in this episode:The role of company culture in driving collaboration between IT, supply chain, and operationsHow automation helps tier two suppliers like Royal Technologies scale effectively and serve customers betterThe value of peer networks and user groups in supporting manufacturers through industry volatilityWhy empowering frontline workers with real-time production data strengthens decision-making on the shop floorThe shift from ERP as a “system of record” to ERP as a “system of action” under QAD's Champion AI visionWhy Lacks Enterprises prioritizes teamwork and floor-level engagement to ensure technology projects succeedThe growing importance of APIs and Catena-X in shaping the future of EDI and supply chain data exchangeThe risk suppliers face if they fail to engage in setting industry standards for connectivity and collaborationFeatured guests:Name: French...
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Starting off the week, Salesforce announced results for its second quarter fiscal 2026 ended July 31, 2025. Epicor launched the industry's first ERP AI agent with outcomes-based pricing to accelerate supplier decisions, Epicor Prism Business Communications. In the world of education, Blackbaud announced a series of transformative updates for its K–12 Education Management portfolio. To end the week, QAD and Esker, a global authority in AI-powered business solutions for the Office of the CFO, announced a global strategic alliance to deliver a comprehensive suite of financial process optimization solutions.Connect with us!https://www.erpadvisorsgroup.com866-499-8550LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/erp-advisors-groupTwitter:https://twitter.com/erpadvisorsgrpFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/erpadvisorsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/erpadvisorsgroupPinterest:https://www.pinterest.com/erpadvisorsgroupMedium:https://medium.com/@erpadvisorsgroup
WBSRocks: Business Growth with ERP and Digital Transformation
Send us a textThe enterprise technology landscape continues to move at a rapid pace, with several major announcements reshaping how organizations approach digital transformation. Phenom and Deloitte unveiled details of their strategic alliance, signaling a stronger push into talent experience innovation. Progress contributed to the developer community by releasing more than 50 UI components for free, while QAD ushered in a new era of leadership with the appointment of a new CEO. SAP expanded its process transformation portfolio by adding fresh capabilities to its SAP Signavio solution, and ServiceNow bolstered its AI-driven workflow platform through the acquisition of Moveworks. Zoho introduced Projects Plus, a new collaborative platform designed to streamline teamwork, while Accenture rolled out an AI Agent Builder to empower enterprises in creating advanced intelligent assistants. Acumatica also detailed the feature set of its 2025 R1 product release, underscoring its commitment to cloud ERP innovation, and Aisera broadened its ecosystem reach with the debut of a global partner program. Together, these developments highlight the intensifying competition and innovation across ERP, AI, and enterprise software markets.In today's episode, we invited a panel of industry analysts for a live discussion on LinkedIn to analyze current enterprise software stories. We covered many grounds including the direction and roadmaps of each enterprise software vendors. Finally, we analyzed future trends and how they might shape the enterprise software industry.Background Soundtrack: Away From You – Mauro SommFor more information on growth strategies for SMBs using ERP and digital transformation, visit our community at wbs. rocks or elevatiq.com. To ensure that you never miss an episode of the WBS podcast, subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform.
WBSRocks: Business Growth with ERP and Digital Transformation
Send us a textRecent developments across the enterprise technology landscape highlight a strong push toward AI-driven efficiency, enhanced integration, and strategic partnerships. Resulticks' launch of Genie, an AI-powered marketing agent, promises to reduce workloads by 40% while boosting real-time audience engagement. Simpplr is expanding its platform extensibility with custom apps that enable seamless enterprise integrations, while iFabric Corp adopts BlueCherry® ERP to drive smarter supply chain and operational growth. Talkdesk's After Hours feature improves customer and agent satisfaction by extending support beyond standard business times. Additionally, ARIS has partnered with ProcessMaker to introduce a new task mining solution, Cleo and Programmers.io announced a fresh partnership, and Crusoe unveiled new managed services. Strategic alliances also continue to shape the market, with Phenom teaming up with Deloitte, Progress releasing over 50 free UI components, and QAD announcing a new CEO to lead its next phase of growth.In today's episode, we invited a panel of industry analysts for a live discussion on LinkedIn to analyze current enterprise software stories. We covered many grounds including the direction and roadmaps of each enterprise software vendors. Finally, we analyzed future trends and how they might shape the enterprise software industry.Background Soundtrack: Away From You – Mauro SommFor more information on growth strategies for SMBs using ERP and digital transformation, visit our community at wbs. rocks or elevatiq.com. To ensure that you never miss an episode of the WBS podcast, subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform.
During this episode, Santosh is joined by Stephen Dombroski, Director, CPG & Food and Beverage at QAD. Stephen joins the show to discuss the future of manufacturing and supply chain innovation. Topics include the evolution of ERP systems, the shift from reactive to proactive planning, the impact of AI and real-time data on demand forecasting, and the practical meaning of a connected workforce. Stephen emphasizes the importance of integrating people, processes, and systems, empowering frontline workers with technology, and fostering open communication to drive change. Key takeaways for listeners are the value of embracing digital transformation, leveraging AI as a support tool, adopting a mindset that prioritizes adaptability and collaboration across the manufacturing ecosystem, and so much more. Highlights from their conversation include:Overview of QAD and Its Evolution (1:13)Stephen's Career Journey into Manufacturing Tech (3:12)Reactive vs. Proactive Manufacturing Planning (6:16)Demand Forecasting in Volatile Times (8:57)Connected Workforce: Meaning and Impact (13:12)AI as a Support Tool for Frontline Workers (16:32)Integrating ERP, S&OP, and AI in Manufacturing (19:36)Managing Change and Digital Transformation (24:27)Rapid Fire Questions to Close: Industry Challenges and Mindset (29:19)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (31:02)Dynamo is a VC firm led by supply chain and mobility specialists that focus on seed-stage, enterprise startups.Find out more at: https://www.dynamo.vc/
In ERP this week, Workday announced results for the fiscal 2026 first quarter ended April 30, 2025, Salesforce entered into an agreement to acquire Informatica for approximately $8 billion in equity value, net of Salesforce's current investment in Informatica, QAD announced a new partnership with Boomi, a provider of AI-driven automation, and Red Hat, a provider of open-source solutions, announced Red Hat AI Inference Server, a significant step towards democratizing generative AI across the hybrid cloud.Connect with us!https://www.erpadvisorsgroup.com866-499-8550LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/erp-advisors-groupTwitter:https://twitter.com/erpadvisorsgrpFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/erpadvisorsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/erpadvisorsgroupPinterest:https://www.pinterest.com/erpadvisorsgroupMedium:https://medium.com/@erpadvisorsgroup
"You can't manage what you can't measure." — Peter Drucker In this insightful episode of RESTalk, host Bill Spohn welcomes Scott Doyle, RESNET's Managing Director of Quality Assurance (QA), for a comprehensive update on what's ahead in the world of RESNET QA®. Scott unpacks the most significant changes hitting the registry, Chapter 9 standards, and the QA app—all designed to modernize, streamline, and strengthen the QA process. The conversation delves into how these updates will affect HERS® raters and providers, with a major focus on the ENERGY STAR QA/QC program. Scott outlines the move toward increased documentation, real-time oversight, and the eventual integration of automation and AI into RESNET's workflow. With the industry's expectations for speed and accuracy climbing, these changes aim to ensure trust, defensibility, and better service. He also gives a call to action: start adapting now by reviewing ENERGY STAR Field Checklist Revision 14. Whether you're a provider, QAD, or rater, this episode equips you with both the “why” and the “what's next” behind the QA evolution—and how to stay ahead of the curve. Note: This episode was recorded on May 1, prior to the recent speculation that the Trump administration is planning to eliminate the EPA and ENERGY STAR. RESNET has been active in advocating for the preservation of the 45L tax credit and ENERGY STAR Homes and will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available. Scott's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-doyle-84750823/ Link to RESTalk Episode 134: Boosting Efficiency: How RESNET's QA App Is Transforming the Industry https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/33586437 Energy Star National Field Rater Checklist, Rev 14: https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/2025-01/National%20Rater%20Field%20Checklist_Rev%2014.pdf RESNET QA Compliance Specialist Job Postings: https://www.resnet.us/articles/job-posting-resnet-qa-compliance-specialists-regional-positions/ To the RESNET® community, we hear you and want to engage. Learn more at www.RESNET.us. For more info on this topic, contact RESNET at INFO@RESNET.US
Send us a textThe hunting community in the Northeast continues to grow stronger through shared experiences, knowledge, and a deep-rooted sense of camaraderie. This episode welcomes Roger Dean III (Bow Guy Outdoors) as he shares his inspiring bowhunting journey, his thriving custom archery business, and the unforgettable hunts that have shaped him.What's Inside This Episode:
Glenn Graney, QAD's Marketing Director for the Industrial and High Tech markets, is an optimist about AI. Here he explains how AI might work for your manufacturing application, how it can improve a business, and why a technology-first approach is not the best way forward. Image courtesy of QAD
At the heart of The Prophets' vision are “The 24 Essential Supply Chain Processes.” What are they? Find out, and see the future yourself. Click here The Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast is relaunching with a significant milestone—10,000 downloads—and a new partnership with QAD and AIAG. To mark the occasion, Jan Griffiths sits down with Anton Chilton, CEO of QAD, and Matt Pohlman, CEO of AIAG, to tackle the pressing challenges and opportunities shaping the future of automotive supply chains.The automotive industry is undergoing a massive transformation. Traditional supply chain strategies are no longer enough. The old belief that "big fish eat small fish" is outdated—today, fast fish eat slow fish. Between ongoing disruptions, economic uncertainty, and the push toward electrification, the industry can no longer afford to rely on slow, outdated processes.So, how do companies keep up? Both leaders believe speed, collaboration, and real-time data are the keys to survival. Companies stuck in outdated ways of thinking—focusing on their operations rather than the entire supply network—will struggle to compete. But why hasn't the industry mastered speed and collaboration despite decades of talking about them? It points to one key issue: while technology and automation have advanced, manufacturing productivity has been stagnant since 2010. The reason? There is too much focus on efficiency and not enough on adaptability. We have to embrace change and empower people with the right data. AIAG proves that this kind of reinvention isn't just talk—it's essential. Once focused on compliance, it has become a key industry player, connecting the right people to solve the supply chain's toughest challenges.So what's next? Both leaders agree that radical collaboration and data-driven decision-making will define the industry's future. The challenge isn't just about having the right technology—it's about using it to create a culture of innovation within your company.Their advice to leaders? Empower your people, understand your supply chain from end to end, and stop thinking of speed as just a tech problem—it's a leadership problem, too.Themes discussed in this episode:The need for speed and adaptability in today's automotive supply chainWhy traditional supply chain strategies no longer work in a rapidly changing industryHow real-time data and technology can improve decision-making—but only if people are empowered to actThe biggest risks facing the industry, from geopolitical tensions to supply chain disruptionsThe reinvention of AIAG from a compliance organization to a true industry connectorHow QAD is leveraging tech and AI to deliver practical, real-time supply chain insightsWhy leaders must break silos and rethink their approach to supply chain managementFeatured on this episode: Name: Matt PohlmanTitle: Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) About: Matt Pohlman, CEO of AIAG, leads the organization in tackling the automotive industry's most pressing challenges in quality, supply chain efficiency, and corporate responsibility. With decades of leadership experience in global supply chain management, supplier quality, manufacturing, and logistics, he has held senior executive roles at Federal-Mogul, Delphi, Tenneco, and WABCO/ZF Group. Now in his third year at AIAG, Matt is driving a transformative vision focused on speed, relevance, and accountability.Connect:
At the heart of The Prophets' vision are “The 24 Essential Supply Chain Processes.” What are they? Find out, and see the future yourself. Click here 2024 is coming to a close, and it's that time when we reflect on what we've achieved and, more importantly, what we'll do differently in the year ahead. But here's the hard truth: in the automotive industry, sticking to what's always worked isn't enough anymore. This isn't just transformation—it's full-blown reinvention.In this solo episode, Jan Griffiths dives into what this means for supply chain leaders. The old ways of siloed processes, outdated leadership styles, and a “business as usual” mindset can't keep up with the speed and competition reshaping the industry. And the competition isn't waiting. Chinese OEMs are making waves globally, producing high-quality vehicles at a pace that's hard to match. It's a wake-up call for anyone still thinking the status quo is safe.So, when you think about your supply chain and what it's going to look like for 2025, know this: the Auto Supply Chain Prophets team is on a mission to arm you with the content and insights you need to succeed. If you're wondering where to start, Jan mentions a few stand-out episodes to help frame your strategy for the year ahead. And while 2024 brought incredible conversations, there's even more to look forward to, as Jan hints at exciting changes for the podcast in 2025, including a new partnership and the addition of a co-host.From Jan, Terry Onica at QAD, and the entire podcast production team, thank you for being part of this journey.Featured on this episode: Name: Jan GriffithsTitle: President and Founder, Gravitas Detroit About: Jan is the architect of cultural change in the automotive industry. As the President & Founder of Gravitas Detroit, Jan brings a wealth of expertise and a passion for transforming company cultures. Additionally, she is the host of the Automotive Leaders Podcast, where she shares insightful conversations with industry visionaries. Jan is also the author of AutoCulture 2.0, a groundbreaking book that challenges the traditional leadership model prevalent in the automotive world. With her extensive experience and commitment to fostering positive change, Jan is at the forefront of revolutionizing the automotive landscape.Connect: LinkedInMentioned in this episode:The Reinvention Mindset for Supply Chain Leaders with Dr. Nadya ZhexembayevaEmbracing Ethical AI for Future-Ready Automotive Supply Chains with Dr. Charlotte de BrabandtWhat's Next for EDI? Be Part of the AIAG Survey with Fred CoeLeading the Charge: Building Tomorrow's Supply...
In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, host David Mueller speaks with Terry Onica, director of automotive for QAD, about the current state of the automotive manufacturing sector. They discuss the importance of standards in the industry, the impact of electric vehicles on supply chains, and the challenges posed by sustainability requirements.
Aptean announced the acquisition of Indigo Software Limited, a provider of purpose-built warehouse management and logistics software solutions. QAD Redzone, QAD's connected workforce solution for the manufacturing sector, announced the launch of Champion AI, a suite of capabilities designed to empower the frontlines with predictions, recommendations, proactive problem-solving, and enhanced productivity. ECI Software Solutions announced its acquisition of Avid Ratings, a Madison, Wisconsin-based provider of customer experience solutions designed specifically for the homebuilding industry. MuleSoft announced the general availability of full lifecycle AsyncAPI support, enabling organizations to power AI agents with real-time data through seamless integration with event-driven architectures.Connect with us!https://www.erpadvisorsgroup.com866-499-8550LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/erp-advisors-groupTwitter:https://twitter.com/erpadvisorsgrpFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/erpadvisorsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/erpadvisorsgroupPinterest:https://www.pinterest.com/erpadvisorsgroupMedium:https://medium.com/@erpadvisorsgroup
SAP began the week by announcing major financial results for the third quarter ended September 30th, 2024. Acumatica followed with the long-anticipated launch of its new Professional Services Edition, built to enable small and midsized professional services firms to increase efficiency and accelerate growth. ECI announced the launch of two new add-on solutions for its Manufacturing ERP products – ECI Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and ECI Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS), both powered by LYNQ. QAD closed its acquisition of Phenix Software Inc. to help manufacturers improve productivity and accelerate factory performance. Finally, IFS unveiled new IFS.ai-powered features being introduced in the IFS Cloud 24R2 focusing on delivering maximum value to asset and service-intensive industries and elevating the user experience to drive industrial AI adoption at scale.Connect with us!https://www.erpadvisorsgroup.com866-499-8550LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/erp-advisors-groupTwitter:https://twitter.com/erpadvisorsgrpFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/erpadvisorsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/erpadvisorsgroupPinterest:https://www.pinterest.com/erpadvisorsgroupMedium:https://medium.com/@erpadvisorsgroup
Team Bowmen Nation we are back! Check out the latest product on the market for self filming from your saddle!! This amazing product is in production and ready for you to order! We use it, we love it, we promote it! @SaddleEyeThe Bowmen Podcast- Season 2 -| Episode 14Brought to you by Blocker Outdoors.Join us in the Fun and Excitement of Season 2!! We have a jam-packed year and are excited to bring this to you!!Check out the convo with Jacob the founder of @SaddleEye self filming, mounting system!Check out the Featured song from Build Tha Bone as well!!Join in the laughs, fun and information that we bring to the table weekly!Listen, Like & Leave us 5 Stars!!!!Check out: Saddle Eye!!!Facebook/IG - @saddleeyehttps://www.saddleeye.comCheck out: Build Tha Bone!!!Facebook/IG - @buildthabonehttps://www.buildthabone.comCheck out: Silent Knight Vanes !!Facebook/IG - @silentknightvanes @flexfletchproductshttps://flexfletch.com/Check out: SCENT THIEF!!!Facebook/IG - @scentthiefhttps://scentthief.com/Check out: Buzzard ROOST Saddles!Facebook/IG - @buzzardroostsaddles3776Discount Code - BOWMEN to save 10% off your next order!Check out: Vantage Point ArcheryFacebook/IG - @VPArcheryhttps://vantagepointarchery.com/Check out: ETHICS ARCHERY!Facebook/IG - @ETCHICS_ARCHERYhttps://ETHICSARCHERY.com/Support the showSubscribe on @youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheBowmenPodcast
At the heart of The Prophets' vision are “The 24 Essential Supply Chain Processes.” What are they? Find out, and see the future yourself. Click here In this special milestone episode of the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast, co-hosts Terry Onica and Jan Griffiths celebrate reaching their 60th episode by revisiting six key moments from previous episodes that highlight the core mission of their show: preparing leaders in the auto industry for the future.First up is TS Tech's innovative approach to MMOG/LE standard implementation. They share how Wendy and Jeff, key figures in MMOG/LE compliance, shed light on the often-overlooked material side of the supply chain. Next, they explore risk management with insights from Christopher Mattingly, former VP of Transportation for Stellantis, who underscores the critical need for risk management in supply chains, sharing practical advice on contingency planning.Shifting gears to the EV space, they revisit the comeback story of Volta Truck, an EV startup, showing how important training and alignment are in overcoming challenges in the auto industry.In another segment, Terry and Jan delve into the enduring relevance of EDI, with Fred Coe likening it to the industry's lifeblood, and touch on the potential of new technologies like APIs. They also discuss QAD's Red Zone in an episode with Kevin Shayer, who explains how implementing the connected workforce solution boosted their company's productivity and engagement.The final highlight is the episode with Mike Payoink, whose passion for moving beyond spreadsheets to a standardized, automated process across different plants demonstrates the significant benefits of real-time visibility and collaboration in managing quality and supplier issues.In a captivating wrap-up, they identify five key success factors drawn from their extensive podcast journey, offering listeners actionable advice for navigating the future of the auto supply chain.Themes discussed in this episode:The importance of implementing the Materials Management Operations Guideline (MMOG/LE) and overcoming compliance challengesThe necessity of effective risk management and contingency planning in supply chainsThe role of teamwork and education in achieving compliance and operational successExploring the EV space with insights on an EV startup's recovery strategiesThe importance of comprehensive training and cross-functional collaboration in the automotive industryUnderstanding the enduring significance of EDI in the automotive supply chainIdentifying and reinforcing the key success factors that contribute to success in the automotive supply chainFeatured on this episode: Name: Terry OnicaTitle: Director, Automotive at QADAbout: For two decades, Terry has been the automotive vertical director of this provider of manufacturing Enterprise Resource Planning software and supply chain solutions. Her career began in supply chain in the late 1980s when she led a team to implement Electronic Data Interchange for all the Ford assembly and component plants.Connect: LinkedInName: Jan GriffithsTitle: President and Founder, Gravitas Detroit About: Jan is the architect of cultural change in the automotive industry. As the President and...
The Bowmen Podcast- Season 2 -| Episode 13Brought to you by Blocker Outdoors.Join us in the Fun and Excitement of Season 2!! We have a jam-packed year and are excited to bring this to you!!Check out the convo with Red Beard Outdoors Himself! We chat with Jonathan about life, kids, outdoors and of course... Archery!! Check out the Featured song from Build Tha Bone as well!!Join in the laughs, fun and information that we bring to the table weekly!Listen, Like & Leave us 5 Stars!!!!Check out: Build Tha Bone!!!Facebook/IG - @buildthabonehttps://www.buildthabone.comCheck out: Silent Knight Vanes !!Facebook/IG - @silentknightvanes @flexfletchproductshttps://flexfletch.com/Check out: SCENT THIEF!!!Facebook/IG - @scentthiefhttps://scentthief.com/Check out: Buzzard ROOST Saddles!Facebook/IG - @buzzardroostsaddles3776Discount Code - BOWMEN to save 10% off your next order!Check out: Vantage Point ArcheryFacebook/IG - @VPArcheryhttps://vantagepointarchery.com/Check out: ETHICS ARCHERY!Facebook/IG - @ETCHICS_ARCHERYhttps://ETHICSARCHERY.com/Support the Show.
In today's episode, Jacob continues the discussion on braodheads by discussing some of what he likes and doesn't like with the composition of today's broadheads. Some of the more popular broadheads from companies like Iron Will, Cutthroat, Valkyrie, VPA are made with a grade of Tool Steel. How do those compare to broadheads from Slick Trck, NAP and QAD that have 400 Series Stainless Steel blades. Lastly, Jacob discusses some new broadheads from Sevr, Oz Cut, Evolution and Annihilator. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's episode, Jacob continues the discussion on braodheads by discussing some of what he likes and doesn't like with the composition of today's broadheads. Some of the more popular broadheads from companies like Iron Will, Cutthroat, Valkyrie, VPA are made with a grade of Tool Steel. How do those compare to broadheads from Slick Trck, NAP and QAD that have 400 Series Stainless Steel blades. Lastly, Jacob discusses some new broadheads from Sevr, Oz Cut, Evolution and Annihilator.
The Bowmen Podcast- Season 2 -| Episode 12Brought to you by Blocker Outdoors.Join us in the Fun and Excitement of Season 2!! We have a jam-packed year and are excited to bring this to you!!We have the guys from Build Tha Bone back on featuring PAPPA BONE Himself. Man what a good time! Check out the Featured song as well!!Join in the laughs, fun and information that we bring to the table weekly!Listen, Like & Leave us 5 Stars!!!!Check out: Build Tha Bone!!!Facebook/IG - @buildthabonehttps://www.buildthabone.comCheck out: Silent Knight Vanes !!Facebook/IG - @silentknightvanes @flexfletchproductshttps://flexfletch.com/Check out: SCENT THIEF!!!Facebook/IG - @scentthiefhttps://scentthief.com/Check out: Buzzard ROOST Saddles!Facebook/IG - @buzzardroostsaddles3776Discount Code - BOWMEN to save 10% off your next order!Check out: Vantage Point ArcheryFacebook/IG - @VPArcheryhttps://vantagepointarchery.com/Check out: ETHICS ARCHERY!Facebook/IG - @ETCHICS_ARCHERYhttps://ETHICSARCHERY.com/Support the Show.
The Bowmen Podcast- Season 2 -| Episode 11Brought to you by Blocker Outdoors.Join us in the Fun and Excitement of Season 2!! We have a jam-packed year and are excited to bring this to you!!The LADIES winner & the finalists of the second annual 1st Phorm Outdoors Competition join us on this week's adventure into conversation about the games, fitness and mental strength, along with some good laughs.Join in the laughs, fun and information that we bring to the table weekly!Listen, Like & Leave us 5 Stars!!!!Check out: 1st Phorm OutdoorsFacebook/IG - @1stphormoutdoorshttps://www.1stphorm.comCheck out: Silent Knight Vanes !!Facebook/IG - @silentknightvanes @flexfletchproductshttps://flexfletch.com/Check out: SCENT THIEF!!!Facebook/IG - @scentthiefhttps://scentthief.com/Check out: Buzzard ROOST Saddles!Facebook/IG - @buzzardroostsaddles3776Discount Code - BOWMEN to save 10% off your next order!Check out: Vantage Point ArcheryFacebook/IG - @VPArcheryhttps://vantagepointarchery.com/Check out: ETHICS ARCHERY!Facebook/IG - @ETCHICS_ARCHERYhttps://ETHICSARCHERY.com/Support the Show.
The Bowmen Podcast- Season 2 -| Episode 10Brought to you by Blocker Outdoors.**Audio gets better after a couple of minutes, Wi-Fi issues.**Join us in the Fun and Excitement of Season 2!! We have a jam-packed year and are excited to bring this to you!!The winner & the finalists of the second annual 1st Phorm Outdoors Competition join us on this week's adventure into conversation about the games, fitness and mental strength, along with some good laughs.Join in the laughs, fun and information that we bring to the table weekly!Listen, Like & Leave us 5 Stars!!!!Check out: 1st Phorm OutdoorsFacebook/IG - @1stphormoutdoorshttps://www.1stphorm.comCheck out: Silent Knight Vanes !!Facebook/IG - @silentknightvanes @flexfletchproductshttps://flexfletch.com/Check out: SCENT THIEF!!!Facebook/IG - @scentthiefhttps://scentthief.com/Check out: Buzzard ROOST Saddles!Facebook/IG - @buzzardroostsaddles3776Discount Code - BOWMEN to save 10% off your next order!Check out: TOOTH OF THE ARROW BROADHEADS!Facebook/IG - @TOOTHOFTHEARROWBROADHEADShttps://toothofthearrowbroadheads.com/Check out: ETHICS ARCHERY!Facebook/IG - @ETCHICS_ARCHERYhttps://ETHICSARCHERY.com/Support the Show.
The Bowmen Podcast- Season 2 -| Episode 9Brought to you by Blocker Outdoors.Join us in the Fun and Excitement of Season 2!! We have a jam-packed year and are excited to bring this to you!!Jake from Rutts Mini Mounts joins us on this week's adventure into conversation about his amazing brand along with some good laughs.Join in the laughs, fun and information that we bring to the table weekly!Listen, Like & Leave us 5 Stars!!!!Check out: Rutt's Mini MountsFacebook/IG - @ruttsminimountshttps://www.ruttsminimounts.comCheck out: Silent Knight Vanes !!Facebook/IG - @silentknightvanes @flexfletchproductshttps://flexfletch.com/Check out: SCENT THIEF!!!Facebook/IG - @scentthiefhttps://scentthief.com/Check out: Buzzard ROOST Saddles!Facebook/IG - @buzzardroostsaddles3776Discount Code - BOWMEN to save 10% off your next order!Check out: TOOTH OF THE ARROW BROADHEADS!Facebook/IG - @TOOTHOFTHEARROWBROADHEADShttps://toothofthearrowbroadheads.com/Check out: ETHICS ARCHERY!Facebook/IG - @ETCHICS_ARCHERYhttps://ETHICSARCHERY.com/Support the Show.