In Unpacked, CGT's new series of Tech Explainers, we break down AI in the supply chain, including its benefits and drawbacks, and where today's leading experts see the future potential.
For companies that are able to invest and position their business to unlock the potential of AI in the supply chain, the technology can provide a distinct competitive advantage.
While maturity levels vary for artificial intelligence in logistics and the supply chain, it has the potential to facilitate more accurate and efficient decision-making.
AI in the supply chain has many applications, not least of which includes logistics. While historically logistics teams may have operated in siloes and relied on manual, labor-intensive processes, they are now leaning into AI-powered tech to gain greater visibility into their operations.
Frans Muller, president & chief executive officer of Ahold Delhaize, and Dirk Van de Put, chairman and chief executive officer of Mondelez International, will serve as co-chairs of the Consumer Goods Forum (CGF).
Unilever announced leadership changes, with Conny Braams, chief digital and commercial officer, set to depart the company in August and CFO Graeme Pitkethly retiring next May.
