“While it’s great that the economy is strong and unemployment is at a 50-year low, the downside is that companies can’t find enough employees to fill vacancies. This is not good news for supply chain executives who are facing unprecedented challenges as they transform from traditional paper systems into digital supply chains.

To make matters worse, many millennials don’t see the supply chain profession as cool, and numerous companies are guilty of undervaluing supply chain professionals. Here are five things to know that can help you respond to these challenges.

1. The Importance of Strong Supply Chain Talent
The contribution of the supply chain toward revenue growth shouldn’t be underestimated. Work performed by Deloitte indicates that companies with high performing supply chains achieve revenue growth that’s well above the industry average. Effective supply chain management contributes to success through reducing total costs, controlling inventory levels and efficiently meeting demand.”

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