The Chain Podcast

Giving Agentic AI the Corporate Credit Card

Agentic AI is moving fast into procurement workflows, but are organizations truly ready to hand over decision power and spending authority? In this episode, Matthew Lehman and Brittney Jones unpack the growing tension between innovation and control. From autonomous sourcing decisions to governance risks, they explore what it really means to “give AI the corporate credit card,” and why leadership, data discipline, and operating models will determine whether this shift creates value or exposes new vulnerabilities This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thechain.media/subscribe [https://www.thechain.media/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

Beyond the Breaking Point

In this episode of The Chain, Max Henry and supply chain expert Casey Tremblay unpack how global supply chains must evolve in response to what experts are calling a “polycrisis”—a cascade of simultaneous disruptions from pandemics to geopolitical conflicts. They explore why the old model of choosing between cost or resilience no longer works, and why the future lies in flexible, modular, and risk-integrated supply chain design. Tune in to learn how leading companies are reengineering their operations to thrive in a world where disruption is the default, not the exception. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thechain.media/subscribe [https://www.thechain.media/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

Supply Chain Divergence: Turning Uncertainty into Strategic Advantage

In this episode of The Chain, Max Henry and supply chain expert Casey Tremblay explore the concept of supply chain divergence—a powerful shift that’s transforming how companies respond to uncertainty. From building foresight and data visibility, to creating elastic, responsive operations, and accelerating innovation across teams, this conversation breaks down the three key strategies redefining supply chain success. Tune in to discover how leading organizations are turning volatility into opportunity—and why supply chain is now a core driver of competitive advantage. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thechain.media/subscribe [https://www.thechain.media/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

Inside the Tariff Command Center

In this episode of The Chain, Max Henry sits down with international trade expert Casey Tremblay to explore a powerful new strategy for navigating global trade volatility: the tariff command center. With $1.8 trillion in goods under tariff pressure and companies losing millions in profits, CEOs are moving fast to build real-time response teams that blend operations, legal, and commercial insights. Discover how these command centers operate, the phases of setup and strategy, and real-life examples of companies that turned disruption into resilience - and even profit. This episode is a must-listen for executives seeking to stay ahead in a high-stakes trade environment. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thechain.media/subscribe [https://www.thechain.media/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

From Triage to Transformation: Rethinking Supply Chains in the Digital Era

In this episode of The Chain, Brittney Jones and operations expert Matt Lehman unpack key insights from PwC’s 2025 Digital Trends in Operations Survey. With 91% of leaders planning major supply chain shifts due to U.S. trade policy changes, companies are racing to adapt. From the promise—and pitfalls—of AI integration to the untapped potential of digital twins and new workforce strategies, this conversation explores how forward-thinking companies are moving beyond reactive fixes toward full-scale digital transformation. Tune in to learn what it takes to stay competitive in today’s rapidly evolving operations landscape. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thechain.media/subscribe [https://www.thechain.media/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]