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未来的供应链领导者

埃里克·兰格

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The supply chain isn’t what it used to be. Before too long, “chain” may be the wrong word entirely. Try “network” or “ecosystem” to describe the complex, dynamic process of getting from raw material to consumer. But whatever you call it, it’s evolving at a breakneck pace, and along with it, a new workforce is emerging.

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The future of the supply chain

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First, let’s explore what the future of the supply chain could look like. The transformation is already underway. Artificial intelligence and machine learning are already beginning to make an impact on how supply chains (and their leaders) operate. One analyst at the Gartner supply chain conference I recently attended made the bold prediction that the supply chain could act autonomously in the next 10 years. Algorithmic, “touchless” supply chains that weave in the power of big data, blockchain, robotics and 3-D printing may soon be the rule rather than the exception. The supply chain of the future is dynamic, always-on, and non-linear. The power to react quickly and make value-based decisions is essential to staying ahead of the market.

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But even though the power of technology is integral to the supply chain of the future, the key to successfully transforming the supply chain is a strong pairing of skilled people and cutting-edge technology. The labor supply is shrinking, and highly-skilled, versatile workers are more important than ever. And so, the door opens for a new generation of supply chain leaders. Let’s explore what tomorrow’s supply chain pioneer could look like.

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Anatomy of a supply chain visionary

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There’s much more than just “supply meeting demand” in the life of a supply chain leader. To lead the way into a transformative future, they need to combine technical and business knowledge with collaboration and communication skills. The ability to influence department leaders that partner with supply chain is key, as well as the skills to interact intelligently with leaders across the organization is essential, because supply chain initiatives often reach across business units. And strong business acumen is a must-have—you’ll be more effective working with your counterparts in finance, sales, and marketing if you can speak their lingo.

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The effective supply chain leader of tomorrow is tech-savvy and comfortable working alongside the world of “machines.” When speaking of the potential conflict between man and machine, some have said that artificial intelligence won’t replace managers, but managers who work with AI will replace managers who don’t. This highlights the transformation taking place in supply chain: humanity is essential, but so is technology. It’s not a paradox; it’s the new normal. This leader is digitally dexterous, but also skilled with people. And this leader is a storyteller—digging into the countless layers of the supply chain to find the issues and weaving the right story together to help solve them.

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The many-faceted role of a supply chain leader is changing as we speak. To thrive in this new world, supply chain professionals should grow their capacities in collaboration, communication, and leadership, and pair those skills with in-depth technical knowledge to become a powerful force for the future of supply chain management.

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供应链已今非昔比。用不了多久，“连锁”这个词可能就完全不合适了。尝试用“网络”或“生态系统”来描述从原材料到消费者的复杂动态过程。但不管你怎么称呼它，它都在以极快的速度发展，与此同时，一种新的劳动力正在出现。

供应链的未来

首先，让我们探索一下供应链的未来是什么样子。转型已经在进行中。人工智能和机器学习已经开始对供应链(及其领导者)的运作方式产生影响。在我最近参加的Gartner供应链会议上，一位分析师大胆预测，未来10年，供应链将实现自主行动。融合大数据、区块链、机器人和3d打印力量的算法式“非接触式”供应链可能很快就会成为常态，而不是例外。未来的供应链是动态的、永远在线的、非线性的。快速反应和做出基于价值的决策的能力对于保持市场领先地位至关重要。

但是，尽管技术的力量是未来供应链不可或缺的一部分，但成功改变供应链的关键是熟练人员和尖端技术的有力结合。劳动力供应正在萎缩，高技能、全能的工人比以往任何时候都更加重要。因此，这扇门为新一代供应链领导者打开了。让我们来探索一下未来的供应链先锋会是什么样子。

剖析供应链远见者

在供应链领导者的生活中，不仅仅是“供应满足需求”。来引领我们走向变革的未来在美国，他们需要将技术和商业知识与协作和沟通技巧结合起来。影响与供应链合作的部门领导的能力也是关键与整个组织的领导者进行明智互动的技能是必要的，因为供应链计划经常跨越业务单位。此外，敏锐的商业头脑也是必备的——如果你能说财务、销售和市场营销部门的行话，你将能更有效地与他们共事。

未来有效的供应链领导者是精通技术和舒适地与“机器”世界一起工作。“当谈到人与机器之间的潜在冲突时，有人说人工智能不会取代管理者，但与人工智能合作的管理者会取代不与人工智能合作的管理者。这凸显了供应链正在发生的转变:人性是必不可少的，但技术也是必不可少的。这不是一个悖论;这是新常态。这位领导者不仅精通数字技术，还善于与人打交道。这个领导者是一个讲故事的人——深入挖掘供应链的无数层次，找到问题，并将正确的故事编织在一起，帮助解决问题。

正如我们所说，供应链领导者的多方面角色正在发生变化。为了在这个新世界中茁壮成长，供应链专业人员应该提高他们的协作、沟通和领导能力，并将这些技能与深入的技术知识相结合，成为未来的强大力量供应链管理。

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