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Why Supply Chain Leaders Are Often Sceptical of Consultants and Why That Matters for Planning Transformation

Planning transformation projects frequently involve external consultants, yet many supply chain leaders approach these relationships with a degree of scepticism. Drawing on a conversation with former practitioner turned consultant Dale Edwards, this article explores why that scepticism exists and how it reflects the practical realities of planning transformation. It examines the gap between planning theory and operational behaviour, the risks of beginning transformation programmes with technology rather than clearly defined operational problems, and practical ways organisations can evaluate improvements before committing to major change. Rather than criticising consultants, the article argues that a constructive level of scepticism can improve decision-making and lead to more effective collaboration between organisations and external advisors.

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Spring 2026 Meeting

How to Make Planning Improvements Deliver Measurable Impact

How do you make confident innovation and investment decisions in supply chain planning when uncertainty, stakeholder misalignment and execution risk are often bigger constraints than technology itself?

April 29, 2026
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