Future formula: Technology + capable talent + sustainability = supply chain success in 2026 and beyond. From AI to workforce priorities and the shifting role of sustainability, Eshkenazi shared candid thoughts on the challenges—and opportunities—facing supply chains in 2026 and beyond. AI + human talent: Technology alone isn’t enoughArtificial intelligence has topped ASCM’s Top 10 Trends for 2026, and with good reason. But in our interview, Eshkenazi was quick to stress that AI must be paired with human judgment. The generational demand for sustainabilityDespite the current uncertainty, Eshkenazi sees sustainability as a powerful long-term driver in younger generations.