Global Supply Chain Institute (GSCI)

Once again, @UTKnoxville 🍊 was ranked No. 1 (graduate) and No. 2 (undergraduate) for #supplychain education by @Gartner_inc 🏆. Over 2,000 students benefit from our range of relevant, real-world, high-quality programs. What are you waiting for? hubs.la/Q02F2K_w0

UT Supply Chain Management students visited Kenco’s innovation lab in Chattanooga. From unloading to loading, they saw how machine learning and automation can make warehouse work more efficient. Recruit top supply chain talent at @HaslamUT: hubs.la/Q04C-Kty0

At #Fall2026SCF, UT MBA alumnus @davehclark, co-founder and president of @AugerInc, joins @HaslamUT's Ted Stank and Tom Goldsby for a live Tennessee on Supply Chain Management podcast on leadership, innovation and the future of supply chain. hubs.la/Q04CW36d0

#supplychain students toured Mars’ Chattanooga Altoids and Life Savers plant, visiting the Control Lab and manufacturing floor for gummies and mints, with a fresh taste of mints straight from the line. Recruit top supply chain talent at @HaslamUT: hubs.la/Q04CHnFL0

"You can't call someone a strategic partner and then contract with them transactionally." 🎧 @HaslamUT's Kate Vitasek joins the season finale of #TennSCM 🎙️🍊 to discuss the Vested Way, supplier relationships, and creating value through true partnerships. hubs.la/Q04B2z-_0

Six straight years at No. 3 among public universities. @UTKnoxville's supply chain management program continues to rank among the nation's best, per @USNews, reflecting the strength of our students, faculty, research, and industry partnerships. 🍊 hubs.la/Q04zVJBC0

Congratulations to #GSCI Distinguished Fellow Kate Vitasek, recipient of @CSCMP’s 2026 Distinguished Service Award and newest inductee into the Supply Chain Hall of Fame. Hear from Kate in the Season 4 finale of Tennessee on Supply Chain Management podcast. 🍊

Final reminder for #GSCI partners: Monday is the last day to book within the room block at Marriott Knoxville Downtown for the UT Supply Chain Forum, Nov. 10–12 on Rocky Top 🍊 Register: hubs.la/Q04zGjyp0 #Fall2026SCF

What's keeping #supplychain leaders up at night? AI adoption. Trade uncertainty. Customer expectations. Compliance risk. Join #GSCI partners at the Supply Chain Forum, Nov. 10-12, for discussions & peer networking on issues shaping supply chains. hubs.la/Q04yJX_S0

John Langley, founder of the Annual 3PL Study and professor emeritus at @HaslamUT, joins the latest #TennSCM podcast to discuss 30+ years of logistics outsourcing research, supply chain risk, and what makes shipper-3PL partnerships succeed. hubs.la/Q04y52JG0

In a recent @CBSNews investigation into declining truck inspections nationwide, @HaslamUT expert Andy Balthrop shared insight into why inspections matter and their role in promoting compliance across the trucking industry. hubs.la/Q04y55wV0

The September edition of the #GSCI newsletter is out. 📥 Highlights include: Fall Supply Chain Forum registration, insights from @Cummins' Heather Kettelhohn on #supplychain transformation, an analysis of AI in supply chains, and more. hubs.la/Q04y2ChJ0

Why invest in regional manufacturing? In @WSJ, @HaslamUT supply chain professor Justin Kistler explains that having production closer to consumers helps companies respond faster to changing demand and improve product availability. Read more: hubs.la/Q04x-Mh40

Most #AI initiatives don't fail because of the technology. In a new @SCMR article, @HaslamUT's Alan Amling argues that organizations often invest in AI but neglect the leadership, processes, and structures needed to capture its value. hubs.la/Q04xGY-b0

AI isn't delivering value by predicting the future. It delivers value by giving #supplychain teams more time to act. Read @HaslamUT professor Sara Hsu's article in @SCMR: hubs.ly/Q04x4h1N0

GSCI partners 📢: Register today for the Fall 2026 Supply Chain Forum in Knoxville, Nov. 10-12. Connect with industry peers, engage with top #SCM talent, and explore trends shaping the future of supply chains. Hotel block available through Oct. 12: hubs.la/Q04w-6MZ0

What does the future of passenger rail look like? 🚆 In a recent @grist feature on Amtrak's new Airo fleet, @HaslamUT supply chain professor Alex Scott explains why rail remains one of the most efficient ways to move people and goods. 🌎 hubs.la/Q04wnWmm0

ICYMI: Is "transformation" the most overused word in supply chain? 🦋 @HaslamUT's Ted Stank & Lance Saunders sat down with @Cummins' Heather Kettelhohn on why going live is the start of change and why customer value is the ROI that matters. 🎧 hubs.la/Q04w8gd00

Missed the Leadership Academy? You've still got options. 📈 #GSCI's online SCM Academies in Finance (Sept 8), Procurement (Sept 15) & Technology (Sept 22) are open now. Same curriculum as @HaslamUT's top-ranked grad program. Partners save 15%. 🍊 hubs.ly/Q04tdK9N0

Looking to hire top supply chain talent? Join 80+ companies already registered for @UTKnoxville's SCM Career Fair on Sept. 22. Connect with students and alumni in #SCM, business analytics, engineering, & more. 🍊 Registration closes Sept. 4. Register: hubs.la/Q04tBz7s0

The August edition of the #GSCI newsletter is out. 📥 Highlights include: New research on tariffs, retail competition, & gig worker engagement; a podcast discussion on agentic AI and fulfillment; updates on the Fall Supply Chain Forum. hubs.la/Q04tNnwz0