91: She Supply Chains Classic: Why 90% of Transform Projects Fail with Jim Wetzel

Today, we are kicking off a very special series: we’re re-releasing the top three most-downloaded episodes from Season 4 as we count down to the launch of Season 5!

We are thrilled to welcome Jim Wetzel, a true supply chain expert and "constructive disruptor". Jim’s journey spans from his start as a sheet metal worker to leading digital transformation as the former CEO of the Smart Manufacturing Innovation Institute. He spent over three decades at General Mills in roles that often didn't even exist before he stepped into them.

Today, we’re diving into why 90% of AI projects fail, the difference between management and leadership, and how to stop serving up "no sandwiches" to your boss. 

The She Supply Chains Awards are live now!

If there’s someone in your network who has made a game-changing impact on the supply chain world, we want to hear about them! You can nominate deserving leaders across five categories: Woman in Supply Chain of the Year, Rising Star, Mentor of the Year, Innovation Award, and Male Ally Award. Head over to our website to submit your nomination. Even better, if your organization wants to get involved, sponsorship opportunities are available to sponsor an award category!

✨ Connect with Jim!

📱LinkedIn | Jim

💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: 

• Set the Right Mindset for Smart Manufacturing
• IoT & Manufacturing: How Innovation Transforms the Value Chain

✨ Connect with us!

📱LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/she-supply-chains/

📱INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shesupplychainspodcast/

📱TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@shesupplychainspodcast

🎧 Call to Action

• Follow She Supply Chains on your favorite podcast app
• Leave us a review — it helps more listeners find the show
• Share this episode with someone you think would love it