Supply Chains are the backbone of the modern economy, but as the pandemic exposed, they are susceptible to cracks. This talk will cover modern-day supply chains and why cracks are emerging, how supply chains are evolving and what should be done to save this critical component of the global economy. Prof. Thales Teixeira (Univ. of California) will provide rigorous research frameworks and findings, while bringing an insider’s perspective. Takeaways include what can your company expect and should do in this constantly evolving world of supply chain management.