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Strategic Momentum for ASCM’s Next Chapter

Posted 04/03/2026 12:00 am  /   SCM Now Impact

By ASCM CEO Abe Eshkenazi, CSCP, CPA, CAE When I first stepped into a leadership role at this organization more than two decades ago, the scope of supply chain was often defined by a manufacturing shop floor or the transit of goods from point A to point B. Today, that sco...

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Supply Chains Score a March Madness Slam Dunk

Posted 03/27/2026 12:00 am  /   SCM Now Impact

By ASCM CEO Abe Eshkenazi, CSCP, CPA, CAE As March winds down, millions of basketball fans are locked into the raw energy and bracket-busting drama of March Madness. This annual tournament is more than just a series of games; it’s a shared cultural moment that connects u...

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Supply Chains Brace for a Decade of Structural Disruption

Posted 03/20/2026 12:00 am  /   SCM Now Impact

By ASCM CEO Abe Eshkenazi, CSCP, CPA, CAE As the war in Iran continues, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz will not be a light-switch event for global trade. Even if hostilities cease today, the long tail of recovery involves clearing naval mines, renegotiating high-risk in...

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War in Iran Perpetuates Systemic Industry Shocks

Posted 03/13/2026 12:00 am  /   SCM Now Impact

By ASCM CEO Abe Eshkenazi, CSCP, CPA, CAE The escalating conflict in Iran continues to vibrate through the global economy. As the initial impact on oil and gas prices unfolds into long-term volatility, the aperture of risk is widening. In the news this week we find a...

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Sudden War Upends Middle East Shipping Routes

Posted 03/06/2026 12:00 am  /   SCM Now Impact

By ASCM CEO Abe Eshkenazi, CSCP, CPA, CAE The abrupt outbreak of war in Iran is first and foremost a human catastrophe, but the hostilities have also triggered a secondary crisis within our global supply chains. Some disruptions are immediate; others are deep-seated fractures that ...

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Strategic Tools to Manage Ongoing Trade Upheaval

Posted 02/27/2026 12:00 am  /   SCM Now Impact

By ASCM CEO Abe Eshkenazi, CSCP, CPA, CAE This week, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the widespread tariffs President Trump implemented last April exceeded his authority and must be revoked. Trump then responded with a flat 10% tariff across the globe. After a year of chaos, supp...

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Ancient Granite and Modern Logistics Shape Olympic Curling

Posted 02/20/2026 12:00 am  /   SCM Now Impact

By ASCM CEO Abe Eshkenazi, CSCP, CPA, CAE Once a niche pastime in the frozen lochs of Scotland, curling has slid its way into the winter sports spotlight. This “chess on ice” is trading its quiet roots for high-stakes drama, captivating audiences with a unique blend of furious sweepin...

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Corning’s Strategic Planning Turns Legacy Glass into AI Gold

Posted 02/13/2026 12:00 am  /   SCM Now Impact

By ASCM CEO Abe Eshkenazi, CSCP, CPA, CAE From the classic floral dish holding a steaming casserole or the trusty Pyrex measuring cup passed down through generations, Corning has been a fixture in our kitchens for decades. Now, that same spirit of durability is powering the AI revolution. By focu...

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Arctic Blasts and Record Snowfalls Leave Salt Distributors Cold

Posted 02/06/2026 12:00 am  /   SCM Now Impact

By ASCM CEO Abe Eshkenazi, CSCP, CPA, CAE If you’ve spent the past couple of weeks digging out walkways and parking spots, you’re not alone. With 200 million Americans facing a relentless cycle of ice and snow, the consistent deep freeze has prevented even a hint of a melt. Meanwhile,...

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California Port Leaders Prioritize Long-Term Infrastructure Goals

Posted 01/30/2026 12:00 am  /   SCM Now Impact

By ASCM CEO Abe Eshkenazi, CSCP, CPA, CAE Strategic planning at the nation’s busiest port complex is evolving from reactive fixes to a long-range outlook focused on digital resilience and geopolitical agility. In my conversation this week with port leaders Dr. Noel&...

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