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Wine, Wisdom & AI: An Evening of Insightful Conversations 🍷🤖 Pando had the pleasure of hosting a thought-provoking evening with supply chain leaders! Over great food and engaging discussions, we explored how intelligent AI agents are transforming logistics. With insights from Accenture and our team members Nimesh Patel, Jim Hilbert, and Vijay Kumar, the discussions highlighted how technology and human expertise are coming together to unlock new possibilities in supply chain management. A huge thank you to all who joined! 🙌 These conversations fuel innovation, and we can’t wait for the next one.

📊 80% of workers using generative AI report INCREASED workloads and DECREASED productivity. As a CSCO, you've seen the demos. You've heard the promises. But behind those sleek presentations, teams are struggling with a growing chasm between AI hype and shop floor reality. In our latest supply chain leadership article, we reveal: ⚓ Why AI-optimized supply chain processes aren't translating to team productivity ⚓ A three-step framework for CSCOs to make AI deliver on its promises ⚓ How leading supply chain organizations are measuring what truly matters in AI implementation The path forward isn't about having the most sophisticated AI—it's about having the most effectively integrated AI. Read the full article - https://hubs.li/Q03bT2n90

Happy #PiDay from Pando! 🥧🤖 Pi is everywhere. In the spiral of galaxies 🌌, the rhythm of your heartbeat ❤️, the ripple of a wave 🌊. It’s nature’s way of keeping things in perfect motion. Now, Pi is in logistics. 🚛 Just as #Pi connects the diameter to the circumference, our AI agent Pi connects every point in your supply chain. Endlessly intelligent 🧠, precisely calculated 📊, Pi automates freight procure to pay—bringing order to logistics chaos. Because some problems demand a solution as smart and infinite ♾️ as Pi – your AI agent for logistics. #Mathematics #MachineLearning #AIinLogistics #meetPi

The logistics implementation gap isn't a technology problem—it's a systems thinking challenge. While individual point solutions excel in controlled environments, they falter when confronted with the messy reality of global supply chains. The connective tissue between systems remains the Achilles' heel of logistics transformation. This gap explains why even the most sophisticated shippers struggle to translate theoretical capabilities into practical results. The barriers aren't just technical—they're structural, organizational, and fundamentally human. What if the problem isn't that we lack advanced technology, but that we've been approaching integration, data, and cross-functional intelligence from the wrong perspective entirely? Our CEO Nitin Jayakrishnan and Suketu Gandhi, Partner at Kearney explore a fundamental rethinking of how we bridge theory and practice in global logistics. https://lnkd.in/gBuxiVZ4 #SupplyChainTransformation #LogisticsInnovation #ImplementationGap

Join Crossroads LIVE! Erin M. Loew from Solenis joins our host Jim Hilbert for an unfiltered conversation on what’s shaping the next era of logistics. From AI-driven decision-making to mentorship in supply chain leadership, this isn’t just another LinkedIn Live—it’s a front-row seat to the industry’s transformation. ⚓ How STEM mindsets & AI are redefining logistics ⚓ The rise of real-time, AI-powered decisions in logistics & supply chain ⚓ Why mentorship is key to enhanced team performance Hosted by Pando with global supply chain experts. 📅 March 12, 2025 📍 LinkedIn Live ⏰ 3 PM CST Real insights. Unfiltered conversations. Zero fluff. Save your spot now! #WomenInSupplyChain #AIinLogistics #SupplyChainLeadership #LogisticsInnovation

🚨 Our next Crossroads Live is happening today at 3 PM CST—and spots are filling up fast! Join Jim Hilbert and Erin M. Loew as they break down how AI is transforming logistics, why resilience matters more than ever, and how women are shaping the future of supply chain leadership. Grab your coffee (or tea, if you're like Jim) and secure your spot now—before it’s too late! #SupplyChain #AI #WomenInSTEM #LogisticsLeadership #Crossroads

Ever feel like your logistics strategy is playing catch-up to a rapidly changing world? You're not alone. We've just published an analysis on what's really happening in US logistics in 2025, and the findings might surprise you. Did you know that less than half of returned items make it back to full-price sales for specialty retailers? Or that intermodal solutions can slash carbon emissions by up to 75%? The truth is, we're facing a perfect storm: 🌎 Nearshoring is reshaping cross-border operations 📦 Last-mile delivery costs continue to climb as volumes surge 🔒 Ransomware threats have made cybersecurity a boardroom issue 🔄 The reverse logistics market is racing toward $1 trillion But here's the good news: Our research has identified four specific investment areas that forward-thinking CSCOs are prioritizing right now. We'd love to hear your thoughts after you check out the full analysis: https://hubs.li/Q03bgZrw0

"Revolutionary technology" has become white noise in logistics. 🚒 Every quarter brings bold claims about AI, blockchain, or automation that will transform supply chains. Yet operational reality remains stubbornly resistant to these promised breakthroughs. This cycle of hype and disappointment has created a healthy skepticism among industry veterans who've witnessed more failed pilots than successful implementations. 🤨 When someone declares "the death of SaaS" or "the rise of AI," the instinctive response is rightful doubt. But skepticism isn't cynicism—it's the necessary counterweight that separates genuine transformation from marketing spin in an industry desperate for true innovation. 👉 Watch this conversation where our CEO Nitin Jayakrishnan joins Suketu Gandhi, Partner at Kearney for a discussion that challenges conventional thinking about what's possible in logistics. https://lnkd.in/gBuxiVZ4 #LogisticsInnovation #SupplyChainTechnology #BeyondTheHype

Logistics Trends for 2025 💡 “In 2025, we’re going to see a major shift in global logistics as the adoption of AI agents increases, automating tactical work and delivering real, measurable outcomes. Until now, AI has primarily been used for insights and recommendations, but the next evolution is AI agents actively managing tactical operations in real time. This shift enables logistics teams to offload time-consuming, repetitive yet important tasks like negotiating rates, tracking shipment delays, and carrier coordination to AI, allowing them to focus on high-value, strategic decisions. The industry is at an inflection point, facing continuous challenges fueled by geopolitical instability, port strikes, changes in trade policies, rising freight costs, and growing sustainability demands. Companies that embrace AI agents will leapfrog ahead in efficiency, agility, and resilience. Smart AI agents are transforming global logistics from a reactive burden to a competitive advantage by revolutionizing transportation management. We’re already seeing this shift reinforced through major AI announcements at events like Manifest, signaling that 2025 is the year logistics teams move beyond simply analyzing data and start letting AI agents take action.” — Nitin Jayakrishnan, CEO and Co-founder at Pando

TPM’25 was all about navigating uncertainty—whether in logistics, AI, or global trade. One thing is clear: AI is shifting from hype to necessity as teams tackle overwhelming manual work. But the bigger industry questions went beyond tech. With trade policies back in focus, discussions circled around whether short-term cost pressures—rising tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and inflation—could drive long-term stability. Increased costs on imported components may reshape industries deeply integrated across borders, while added shipping fees on Chinese-built vessels could lead to shifts in carrier networks, potentially pulling services from smaller U.S. ports. Meanwhile, companies are already diversifying sourcing strategies, with Vietnam and Taiwan emerging as potential winners in this evolving landscape. The most candid insights, as always, came after hours—over dinner, where industry leaders shared hard lessons, practical wins, and the realities of navigating these changes. If we didn’t catch up in Long Beach, let’s keep the discussion going. What’s your take on these shifts? Jim Hilbert Prakash Ramnath Vijay Kumar