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Megatrends and disruptions, like COVID-19, have fundamentally transformed the supply chain landscape. Within this report, experts with UT’s Global Supply Chain Institute explore how companies must frequently adapt by investing in digital tools, redesigning networks, and building agile, resilient capabilities. However, the most urgent challenge is managing the shift in workforce demographics. Namely, as Baby Boomers retire, members of Generations X, Y (“Millennials”), and Z take their place. This white paper provides insights and best practices from top companies on labor force development, recruitment, and retention to position Gen XYZ talent management as a pillar for supply chain excellence.

The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented supply chain disruptions. But with these disruptions came increased recognition of the value provided by supply chain leaders, supply chain agility, and evolving supply chain best practices. This white paper and video illustrate what leading organizations are doing to succeed among new challenges, increased competition, and ever-changing dynamics. Inside are relevant supply chain best practices from top supply chain leaders, pulled from research and in-depth interviews with five global supply chain experts who have demonstrated transformational leadership in their industries and organizations.