Martin Holme and Daryl Urbanski discussed the importance of supply chain management and optimization parameters, such as speed, sustainability, and cost, and aligning them with overall company strategy. They emphasized the value of small details, such as employee morale and ergonomic workspaces, in achieving marginal gains and competitive advantage.

They also shared strategies for managing supply chain disruptions, including diversifying suppliers and markets, leveraging technology, and developing collaboration skills. Additionally, they discussed the importance of understanding free trade agreements and the impact of geopolitical changes on global supply chains. Finally, they highlighted the key factors contributing to their business success, including structure, delegation, leadership, technology, and sustainability.

Here are the reasons why you should listen to the full interview:

• Martin Holme and Daryl Urbanski discussed the importance of optimizing supply chain parameters.
•  Martin highlighted the key factors contributing to their business success.
•  Martin highlighted the key factors contributing to their leadership, supply chain, and sustainability

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Episode Highlight's

Supply chain and logistics leadership with a focus on overcoming challenges and driving change.

• Martin Home shares his journey from construction engineer to VP of M&A integration and supply chain leadership.
• Martin Holme faced the biggest challenge of recovering from a cyber attack as GC o of a $3 billion company.
• He managed to keep the business running after 17 days, despite the attack.

Supply chain challenges and the bullwhip effect during the pandemic.

• Delegate to front line to find creative solutions in a crisis.

• Decided to continue taking bookings despite uncertain information.

• Martin Holme: Global supply chain disruptions during pandemic led to excess inventory, reduced ordering.

• Daryl Urbanski: Supply chain indicators show massive slowdown in global trade, but volumes are significantly down.

• Martin Holme explains the bullwhip effect in supply chains during the pandemic.

Supply chain resilience and diversification amid global disruptions.

• Daryl Urbanski and Martin Holme discuss the impact of the pandemic on supply chains, with Martin highlighting the risk of single-source supply chains.

• Martin suggests that demand will increase in the next 6-9 months, but will then fall below historical averages, with a slow recovery over the next couple of years.

• Martin Holme: Diversifying sourcing to mitigate supply chain disruptions, especially for small startups.

• Vietnam and Indonesia are emerging as alternative sources for technology and manufacturing, respectively.

Trade agreements and their impact on manufacturing in various countries.

• India, Cambodia, and Mexico are growing as production hubs for various industries.

• Martin Holme explains the benefits of setting up manufacturing in countries with favorable free trade agreements.

Supply chain resilience, international trade, and digitalization.

• Martin Holme advises targeting countries with favorable import duties for cheaper production.
• Daryl Urbanski: Companies should diversify suppliers, countries to mitigate risks.
• Martin Holme: Exporting products can be easier than people think, with DDP terms.
• Martin Holme: Importance of technology and collaboration in supply chain management.
• Holme: Digitalization, technology, and collaboration crucial for supply chain success.

Supply chain management and its importance for business success.

• Martin Holme highlights the importance of prioritizing supply chain management and logistics as a strategic differentiator for companies.

• Daryl Urbanski highlights the importance of small details in supply chain management, such as employee morale and ergonomic workspaces, to achieve efficiency and productivity.

• Martin Holme agrees that supply chain management is not a one-size-fits-all approach, and companies should tailor their strategies based on their unique needs and goals.

• Martin Holme identifies 10 key supply chain management parameters for success: speed, sustainability, cost, reliability, agility, customer experience, compliance, safety, and security.

• Holme recommends scoring these parameters, identifying areas for improvement, and focusing on 2-3 parameters for continuous improvement over 6 months in supply chain management.

Leadership habits, future trends in technology, geopolitics, and sustainability.

• Daryl Urbanski and Martin Holme discussed the importance of identifying and addressing constraints in business, such as capacity, speed, sustainability, and more.

• Martin Holme emphasized the importance of structure and leadership in his path to success as CEO of a $3 billion company.

• Martin Holme highlights technology, geopolitical trends, and sustainability as key areas of focus for small and medium-sized businesses.

• Holme emphasizes the importance of building a strong team and motivating employees to drive success in any field.

Sustainable growth, global trade, and supply chains.

• Daryl Urbanski and Martin Holme discuss the importance of sustainable growth and reducing carbon emissions in the shipping industry.

• Martin Holme highlights Maersk's commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040 and the launch of the first carbon-neutral container ship in the world.

• Daryl Urbanski discusses the importance of watching out for "Trojan horses" in pursuit of a sustainable future.

• Martin Holme highlights the benefits of global trade and specialization in improving productivity and quality of life.

• Martin Holme emphasizes the importance of sustainable and equitable global trade.

• Holme and Daryl Urbanski discuss the benefits of collaboration and shared prosperity.

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