Past Appearances

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Professor Yossi Sheffi was on LinkedIn Live, as well as spoke at the MIT GCLOG (Graduate Certificate in Logistics and Supply Chain Management) Program. During this discussion, he went over the details of his latest book, "The Magic Conveyor Belt". 

Preparing for a crisis is not a luxury; it is a necessity. The COVID-19 pandemic has proven this. You know the odds are high that your company will suffer, or has experienced, a disaster or crisis. You cannot say you weren't ready; today's extreme public and government scrutiny demand that you should have been prepared. MIT's Crisis Management & Business Resiliency course will help prepare you for the inevitable. Professor Yossi Sheffi lectured to the attendees of this year's Crisis Course. 

Professor Yossi Sheffi taught during this year's 2023 GCLOG course. He shared key insights and thoughts on resilience from his book The New (Ab)Normal: Reshaping Business and Supply Chain Strategy Beyond Covid-19. 

Don’t miss the keynote talk by Yossi Sheffi, director of MIT's Center for Transportation and Logistics and one of the world's foremost experts on supply chains and logistics. In his presentation titled "Technology and the Future of Work," Sheffi delved into the crucial role of AI and automation in today's dynamic work environment. Drawing from his recently published book, "The Magic Conveyor Belt: Supply Chains, AI, and the Future of Work," he explored the transformative impact of AI and robots on logistics and supply chain management.

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Professor Yossi Sheffi gave a speech at the Luxembourg Centre for Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LCL) Graduation event. As part of the program, master students presented their capstone projects, followed by short speeches from their capstone supervisors. The event culminated with an inspiring valedictorian address by one of the students and a special moment as the students received their MIT certificates, marking their successful completion of the rigorous program.

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Dr. Yossi Sheffi is an academic, author, entrepreneur and thought leader in engineering systems. He is the Director of the MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics (CTL) and the Elisha Gray II Professor, where he focuses on systems optimization, risk management, and supply chain operations. Dr. Sheffi has authored influential books on management, including "The New (Ab)Normal" and "A Shot in the Arm." His new book, "The Magic Conveyor Belt," explores the future of supply chains and automation.

How is AI Impacting the World & The Future of Work? The episode, a conversation between Lauren Hawker Zafer and Dr. Yossi Sheffi, explored the implications of AI on job roles, skill requirements, and overall workplace dynamics, providing a comprehensive overview of what lies ahead in this transformative era. Learn about the field of AI and stay informed about the latest advancements while also gaining practical advice on how to adapt and thrive in an AI-focused world.