Looking Beyond 2026: The Next Big Breakthroughs in Supply Chains
Next Level Supply Chain with GS1 US January 14, 2026
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Looking Beyond 2026: The Next Big Breakthroughs in Supply Chains

In this episode, Reid Jackson and Liz Sertl sit down with Bob Czechowicz and Nick Latwis from the GS1 US Innovation Team. They discuss the most promising trends, the challenges businesses face when navigating new tech, and the critical role of pilots in testing the viability of these innovations. Gain actionable insights into how companies can successfully experiment with new technologies and drive meaningful change in their supply chains.

In this episode, you'll learn:

  • Key emerging technologies in supply chains

  • How to use AI as a creative partner for innovation

  • The indicators teams use to decide when a pilot is ready to scale

Things to listen for:
(00:00) Introducing Next Level Supply Chain
(02:54) Emerging technologies in the next three to five years
(06:48) Using data to decide which trends matter
(16:00) How to design and conduct a pilot test
(19:52) Determining market readiness for new technology
(27:38) Nick & Bob's favorite tech

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Connect with the guests:
Nick Latwis on LinkedIn
Bob Czechowicz on LinkedIn