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In this episode of The Supply Chain Revolution®, host Sheri Hinish (the Supply Chain Queen) and co-host James George explore one of the most urgent transformations in global trade and technology — how the Global South is redefining power through regenerative supply chains. Their guest, Professor Gautam R. Desiraju, one of India’s most distinguished scientists and co-author of India’s Supply Chains in a World at War, reveals how supply chains have become the new front lines of global conflict — and why this moment may hold the blueprint for something far greater. Through stories across seven critical sectors — semiconductors, critical minerals, pharmaceuticals, fertilizers, energy, AI, and extraterrestrial logistics — the conversation traces a path from conflict to cooperation, from extractive economics to regenerative frontiers where communities, ecosystems, and innovation thrive together.

Leading the Supply Chain Revolution: What the West Must Learn from Global South’s Supply Chain Innovation 

by Categories Sustainable Supply Chain

Western supply chain thinking is obsolete.  While corporations in North America and Europe continue optimizing extractive systems built on colonial power structures, nations across Africa, Asia, and Latin America are building entirely new models. They are creating strategic autonomy through capability building. They are forming cooperation clusters that share technology and create mutual resilience. They … Read more

Will We Continue to Burn? LA Fires Signal Urban Climate Crisis Tipping Point

by Categories Sustainable Development, Sustainable Supply Chain

Will We Continue to Burn? LA Fires Signal Urban Climate Crisis Tipping Point The devastating Los Angeles fires represent a watershed moment in urban climate adaptation. These aren’t typical California wildfires – they’re urban conflagrations driven by hurricane-force Santa Ana winds, transforming our understanding of climate risk in cities. The New Urban Fire Reality Sustainability … Read more

Building Climate-Resilient Supply Chains: Implementation Checklist

by Categories Sustainable Supply Chain

Building Climate-Resilient Supply Chains: Implementation Checklist By Supply Chain Queen About This Checklist This implementation guide provides practical steps for building climate resilience into your supply chain operations. Based on real-world experience and proven methodologies, it offers actionable insights for immediate deployment in light of the LA fires.  Assessment Phase Implementation Map Facilities & Climate … Read more

MLK’s Dream Reimagined: Where Civil Rights Meet Climate Justice and Sustainability

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MLK’s Dream Reimagined: Where Civil Rights Meet Climate Justice and Sustainability As we commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025, we recognize how the civil rights leader’s vision for justice extends to today’s critical intersection of climate action, gender equity, and racial justice. The environmental justice movement, born from the same soil as the civil … Read more

Procurement with Purpose,' the Powerful Movement in Sustainability with Authors Mark Perera and Peter Smith

Procurement with Purpose: How Supply Chain Leaders Are Transforming Business for Climate Action

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Procurement with Purpose: How Supply Chain Leaders Are Transforming Business for Climate Action The decisions we make this decade will shape humanity’s future. As we approach COP30, one question becomes increasingly urgent: If our economic system continues to destroy our biosphere while failing to meet basic human needs, what purpose does it truly serve? The … Read more

Smart Talks with Malcolm Gladwell + Sheri Hinish: The Future of Supply Chain, Building Sustainable and Transparent Businesses

Smart Talks: Malcolm Gladwell and Sheri Hinish on Building Tomorrow’s Sustainable Supply Chains

by Categories Podcasts, Sustainable Supply Chain

Smart Talks: Malcolm Gladwell and Sheri Hinish on Building Tomorrow’s Sustainable Supply Chains The Future of Supply Chain: A Landmark Conversation on Sustainability and Transparency In an exclusive episode of Smart Talks with IBM, I engaged in a thought-provoking discussion with bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell and Cautionary Tales host Tim Harford about the critical evolution … Read more

AI sustainability solutions expert panel at Economist Impact

Accelerating Sustainability with AI: Expert Insights from The Economist Impact with Sheri Hinish, Microsoft, and Gartner

by Categories Events, Media, Video, Sustainability and ESG Innovation

Data and AI Solutions to Advance Sustainability: Expert Insights from Industry Leaders In an era where technology and environmental responsibility intersect, The Economist Impact brought together industry leaders to explore how artificial intelligence and cloud computing are revolutionizing sustainability initiatives. Hosted by Phillip Cornell, this Insight Hour featured an engaging discussion with Brandon Potter (Microsoft), … Read more

The Sustainable Supply Chain: Learning from Nature’s Mycelium Network

by Categories Circular Economy, Sustainability, Sustainable Supply Chain

The Sustainable Supply Chain: Learning from Nature’s Mycelium Network Deep beneath our feet lies nature’s most efficient supply chain network—the mycelium network. This fascinating underground system of fungal threads demonstrates how nature perfects sustainable resource management, offering valuable lessons for modern supply chain innovation. How Mycelium Networks Transform Supply Chain Thinking Nature’s mycelium networks showcase … Read more

Beyond Blame: Building Climate-Resilient Supply Chains for Tomorrow

by Categories Sustainability, Sustainable Supply Chain

Beyond Blame: Building Climate-Resilient Supply Chains for Tomorrow In the heart of rural communities, there’s an age-old saying: “The farmer that blames the poor tractor.” This simple phrase carries profound wisdom for today’s supply chain leaders as we face unprecedented climate challenges. Just as a farmer must adapt to changing weather patterns rather than blame … Read more

women in supply chain, diversity in supply chain leadership

The Rising Influence of Women in Supply Chain: Zero 100 Podcast Collaboration

by Categories Leadership in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Podcasts, Sustainable Supply Chain

The landscape of supply chain leadership is undergoing a profound transformation, with women increasingly taking the helm with influence in reshaping the industry’s future. In a recent enlightening discussion on Zero100’s podcast, three pioneering women in supply chain shared their experiences and visions for the future. Leadership That Breaks Boundaries The conversation brought together an … Read more