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In this episode, our very own Cynthia sits down with Peter Wong (  / peterwong15  , a supply chain leader with over 30 years of experience across procurement, logistics, global sourcing, and regulatory compliance.

We dive into critical supply chain challenges and strategies, including:
✅ When outsourcing makes sense for supply chain operations
✅ How globalization, regionalization & localization are reshaping sourcing strategies
✅ Leadership in today’s supply chain: from servant leadership to coaching & recognition
✅ Cost reduction while ensuring compliance & quality
✅ The role of sustainability in sourcing and supplier management

Peter also shares real-world insights from food & retail industries, lessons on navigating tariffs, and why companies must adapt faster in today’s ever-changing global landscape.

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction by Cynthia: Welcome to the VSERVE Ebusiness Solutions Podcast
00:23 – Meet today’s guest: Peter Wong, 30+ years in global supply chain leadership
01:06 – Peter’s journey into supply chain and global sourcing
02:00 – How globalization, regionalization & localization are reshaping supply chains
02:53 – Leadership in supply chain today: autonomy, recognition, servant leadership & coaching
03:56 – How sourcing strategies evolved in food & retail
05:23 – Proven approaches to reduce cost while maintaining compliance & quality
07:11 – Overlooked metrics: why regulatory compliance and taste profiles matter
08:05 – Navigating tariffs & regulations in global expansion (Krispy Kreme example)
09:19 – Sustainability in sourcing: audits, transparency, supplier collaboration
11:05 – Structuring outsourcing without losing operational control
12:15 – Why mid-sized companies shift to multi-country sourcing for agility
12:35 – Back-office & sourcing functions best suited for outsourcing
14:22 – Breaking stigma around outsourcing: real-world examples
15:08 – Commodity management: why it’s critical for cost savings (flour industry case)
17:11 – Globalization vs. regionalization vs. localization: how Peter defines and applies them
19:10 – How trade treaties and tariffs drive sourcing strategy
20:34 – Can localization work backwards into globalization?
20:49 – Peter’s final advice: research, open-minded leadership, and adapting intentionally
21:54 – Closing thoughts & gratitude