ABOUT THIS EPISODE
In this episode of Forged in Focus, Jon speaks with Rita Byrd, a board member of the Institute for Supply Management, about the forces shaping modern supply chains and procurement leadership.
Rita explains why the PMI remains one of the most closely watched indicators in manufacturing, how technology like AI is changing decision-making, and what skills the next generation of supply chain leaders must develop. The conversation also explores ethics, sustainability and why strategic supplier relationships matter more than ever.
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