Gartner ThinkCast 142: Why You Need a More Diverse Supply Chain Staff

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Gartner ThinkCast 142: Why You Need a More Diverse Supply Chain Staff

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May 1, 2018

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Diversity can improve your team's decision-making abilities by 87 percent. One group's efforts to expand opportunities for women in supply chain hold lessons for all of us.

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May 1, 2018

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Gartner ThinkCast puts you at the intersection of business and technology with insights from the top experts on how to build a more successful organization, team and career in the Digital Era. Join us every other Tuesday to get your competitive advantage. View all Gartner ThinkCast episodes at https://www.gartner.com/en/podcasts/thinkcast

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Gartner ThinkCast 142: Why You Need a More Diverse Supply Chain Staff

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