In this episode of the Supply Chaney podcast, host Nathan Chaney interviews Chris White, an expert in supply chain modeling. They discuss Chris's background, his journey from aspiring aerospace engineer to supply chain professional, and the application of engineering principles to business systems. The conversation delves into the importance of risk management in supply chains, current trends in university curricula, and the lessons learned from entrepreneurship. Chris emphasizes the need for leaders to balance short-term and long-term strategies in business, highlighting that effective systems drive performance and behavior.Chapters00:00-Introduction to Supply Chain Modeling03:20-Chris White's Journey and Background05:26-The Intersection of Engineering and Supply Chain10:40-Lessons from MIT and System Dynamics14:23-Integrating Experience into Supply Chain Management17:51-Long-Term Risk Management in Supply Chains22:34-Innovations in Supply Chain Education27:59-Lessons from Entrepreneurship29:07-Leadership Dynamics in Supply Chain Management34:37-Balancing Short-Term and Long-Term Strategies Surgere is the official sponsor of The Supply Chaney Podcast for 2025. Surgere’s singular focus is building AI-powered, frictionless supply chains that result in real time, end-to-end visibility with 99.9% accuracy for partners and customers.

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