Max Henry argues supply-chain teams waste time planning AI while competitors already test it. He outlines a 90-day pilot for procurement or logistics, stresses that 70% of AI projects fail due to poor collaboration, and recommends cross-functional teams and monthly failure-and-learn sessions to move faster.
Stop planning, start doing. Mastering AI in supply chain. Still stuck in your AI supply chain strategy phase? Here's the truth: while you're planning, others are executing, and they're leaving you behind. Winning supply chain teams don't wait for the perfect AI roadmap. They're testing, failing, and adapting. Asterisk now asterisk. AI isn't a destination; it's a journey. The only way to stay ahead is to act fast and learn faster. Launch a pilot project in the next 90 days with your procurement or logistics teams. Start small, track outcomes, iterate quickly, and refine your approach in real time. Success doesn't come from perfection; it comes from progress. But AI isn't just about tech; it's about people. 70% of AI projects fail because teams don't collaborate. Build cross-functional AI teams and reskill your supply chain team to work alongside AI. Need fresh ideas? Crowdsource them. Your supply chain team know your challenges better than anyone. Start a company-wide AI campaign to spark innovation across your procurement, logistics, or planning departments. And don't fear failure, embrace it. Host monthly failure and learn sessions to turn mistakes into insights. It's how the best supply chain organizations thrive in an AI-driven world. AI is evolving fast, and so must you. The key to success is taking action today. Want to join the conversation? Register for free at chain.net to stay ahead in the AI revolution. Sign up today on www.chain.net.
