003: Why Logistics Is More Than Execution with Priya Anand, Director of Logistics Services

003: Why Logistics Is More Than Execution with Priya Anand, Director of Logistics Services

In this episode of End-to-End Insights, host Nicole Quigley, Content Marketing Manager, is joined by Priya Anand, Director of Logistics Services at Jabil, to explore how logistics has evolved from tactical execution to strategic orchestration. Priya shares her perspective on why logistics is often misunderstood as simply moving products from point A to point B, when in reality it connects the full supply chain, from sourcing and production to final delivery and revenue realization. The conversation breaks down the difference between 3PL, 4PL, and Logistics as a Service, highlighting how orchestration helps companies reduce complexity, improve visibility, strengthen governance, and respond faster to disruption. Priya also explains why connected data, scenario planning, reliable partners, and business resilience are becoming essential in a volatile global market. Listeners can expect: * A practical explanation of the difference between logistics execution and orchestration * Insight into how Logistics as a Service helps connect partners, data, systems, and decision-making across the supply chain * Actionable takeaways for building resilience: improve visibility, evaluate partner performance, reduce handoff complexity, and treat logistics as a strategic driver, not just a tactical fix Learn more about Procurement and Supply Chain Services [https://pscs.jabil.com/] at Jabil.

002: Red Flags in Indirect Procurement with Kurt Shafer and Alan Garcia

In this episode of End-to-End Insights, host and Content Marketing Manager, Nicole Quigley, is joined by Senior Director, Global Procurement, Kurt Shafer, and Business Unit Coordinator, Procurement Services, Alan Garcia, to unpack why indirect procurement is often overlooked and how that creates hidden risk, cost, and complexity. The conversation explores common red flags in indirect procurement, from inconsistent buying practices and messy data to urgent spot buys, supplier sprawl, and missed opportunities for cost reduction. Kurt and Alan discuss how indirect procurement can become a competitive advantage, especially when companies use the right mix of people, process, and technology to move faster without sacrificing governance. Listeners can expect: * A clear look at why indirect procurement is often treated as an afterthought and why that can be costly * Practical insight into common red flags like rogue spend, inconsistent processes, urgent spot buys, and too many suppliers * Actionable takeaways for improving indirect procurement: clean the data, standardize where possible, use supplier leverage, and invest in technology to increase speed and control Learn more about Procurement and Supply Chain Services at Jabil: https://pscs.jabil.com/ [https://pscs.jabil.com/]

001: What “End-to-End” Really Means in Supply Chain with Frank McKay, Chief Supply Chain Officer

n the debut episode of End-to-End Insights, host Nicole Quigley, Content Marketing Manager, is joined by Frank McKay, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Jabil, to explore how supply chain has evolved from a back-office function to a strategic driver of business value. Frank shares his perspective on what “end-to-end” really means in practice, from forecast to final delivery, and why disconnected systems and siloed teams lead to costly tradeoffs. The conversation also highlights how technology, global complexity, and recent disruptions have elevated supply chain’s role, along with practical advice for making faster, more confident decisions. Listeners can expect: * A practical definition of “end-to-end” supply chain and why it matters now * Real insight into how silos, data gaps, and slow decisions impact outcomes * Actionable leadership takeaways: trust your teams, prioritize action over talk, and focus on people, process, and technology