Supply Chain Management

Much Ado About Global Sourcing 

By Brian Cromer, Nasir Emadi

June 23, 2025

Is Your Global Sourcing Strategy Still Fit for Purpose?

In this episode of The Manufacturing Edge, host Daniel Bobik sits down with TBM experts Brian Cromer and Nasir Emadi to tackle the urgent need for manufacturers to rethink their sourcing strategies.

With rising geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, and cost pressures, relying on yesterday’s playbook is no longer an option.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to proactively manage sourcing risks
  • Real-world examples of successful onshoring and diversification
  • The role of SIOP (Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning), analytics, and supplier collaboration
  • Top 3 actions to future-proof your supply chain

Whether you’re in supply chain, operations, or procurement, this episode offers practical insights to help you build resilience and agility into your sourcing strategy.

 


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