About this episode

The episode discusses the ISM Supply Chain Planning Forecast and its implications for the economy.

In this exclusive Manufacturing Talk Radio, we look ahead to a critical conversation centered on the latest ISM Supply Chain Planning Forecast. This comprehensive outlook serves as a major barometer for commercial confidence, offering a dual-sector perspective on where the economy is headed, how corporate leaders are budgeting, and how businesses are adjusting their operational strategies. Join us as we break down the overarching trends from this pivotal forecast and discuss what these insights mean for the broader economy moving forward. About this Episode’s Guests Susan Spence is currently serving as ISM Manufacturing PMI Chair and is a winner of the J. Shipman Gold Medal Award. Her distinguished career includes serving as vice president of the Sourcing & Procurement group at FedEx Corp. With 28 years of experience at United Technologies Corporation (UTC) in leadership roles across supply management and operations, Spence offers unparalleled insight into manufacturing trends and economic activity. Steven Miller is currently serving as ISM Services PMI Chair and is an accomplished supply chain management executive. His distinguished career includes 40 years of experience in…

People in this episode

Host: Manufacturing Talk Radio

Guests: Susan Spence, Steve Miller

Topics covered

• Supply Chain Planning
• Economic Outlook
• Corporate Budgeting
• Operational Strategies
• Manufacturing Trends

Keywords

• Supply Chain
• ISM
• Economic Forecast
• Corporate Strategy
• Manufacturing

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: ISM, FedEx Corp, United Technologies Corporation, Disney, P.F. Chang’s, Accenture, Kearney

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