Andres Mendoza Pena, Kearney | Forged in Disruption

This week, Chris Caplice is joined by Andres Mendoza Pena, Partner at Kearney, to discuss the latest CSCMP State of Logistics Report, Forged in Disruption, and what it means for shippers navigating a more connected and unpredictable world.In this conversation, they cover:Why traditional cost-first supply chain playbooks are becoming less effectiveHow companies are building more flexibility across suppliers, countries, and transportation networksWhere AI is producing real results in logistics workflowsWhy autonomous trucking may reshape transportation economics and network designHow reactive decisions can create costly “network drift”Why scenario planning and “non-regret moves” can help companies prepare for multiple possible futuresIf you’re responsible for supply chain strategy, transportation, or network planning, this episode offers a practical look at how to operate when disruption is no longer the exception.For previous episodes and to subscribe to our newsletter, visit: dat.com/podcast/freightvine Chapters00:00 Introduction 04:41 Understanding Ongoing Volatility in Supply Chains07:08 The Impact of Globalization and Interconnectedness09:46 Shifts in Supply Chain Strategies11:58 E-commerce Trends and Consumer Behavior14:24 The Role of AI in Supply Chain Management17:05 Governance and Implementation of AI Solutions24:08 Exploring Autonomous Driving and Trucking Technology28:56 Understanding Network Drift in Supply Chain Management33:46 Navigating Tariff Policies and Global Supply Chains38:23 Railway Mergers and Market Dynamics42:24 Forecasting Future Trends in Freight Markets44:32 Truckload Market Overview47:23 Spot vs Contract Rates Analysis