Interview with Tonnis de Boer (CEO Tradecloud) about AI in supply chain management

 

 

 

 

 

  1. How has Tradecloud used artificial intelligence to optimize the supply chain process?

Tonnis de Boer: We have integrated AI algorithms into our platform to help automate certain tasks and provide more accurate risk prediction. This helps our customers to better plan their production and logistics, leading to improved efficiency and cost savings.

  1. Can you give an example of a specific problem that Tradecloud’s AI has been able to solve for a customer?

Tonnis de Boer: One example is a customer who was struggling with exceptions in order confirmations. They were using manual methods to process all these exceptionss. By implementing Tradecloud’s AI-powered exception management, they were able to automatically approve small and acceptable exceptions. This led to a significant reduction in waste and cost savings for the company.

  1. How do you ensure that Tradecloud’s AI solutions are ethical and transparent in their decision-making processes?

Tonnis de Boer: Ensuring ethical and transparent AI decision-making is a top priority for us. We have implemented strict guidelines and processes for developing and implementing our AI solutions, including regular audits and assessments to ensure that they are aligned with our values and ethical standards. We also provide full transparency to our customers about how our AI algorithms make decisions, so they can have confidence in the solutions we provide.

  1. How do you see AI continuing to shape the supply chain industry in the future?

Tonnis de Boer: I believe that AI will continue to play a vital role in the supply chain industry, helping to drive efficiency and optimize operations. We will see more advanced AI solutions being implemented in areas such as demand prediction, inventory management, and logistics optimization. AI will also enable companies to make better use of data and analytics to make informed decisions, leading to further improvements in the efficiency and effectiveness of their supply chains.

  1. How does Tradecloud plan to stay at the forefront of AI development in the supply chain industry?

Tonnis de Boer: We are constantly exploring and investing in new AI technologies and approaches, and we have a dedicated team of experts focused on developing and implementing innovative AI solutions for our customers. We also actively collaborate with leading AI researchers and partners to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the field.

  1. How do you ensure that Tradecloud’s AI solutions are able to adapt and evolve as the needs of the industry change?

Tonnis de Boer: We have a flexible and agile approach to developing and implementing our AI solutions, which enables us to quickly adapt to changing industry needs. We also have a robust testing and evaluation process in place to ensure that our AI solutions continue to perform effectively over time.

  1. Can you share any exciting new developments that Tradecloud is working on related to AI and the supply chain?

Tonnis de Boer: We are currently working on a number of exciting projects related to AI and the supply chain. One example is a new risk analysis that uses AI to detect and diagnose potential problems in the supply chain, helping to prevent costly downtime and disruptions. We are also exploring the use of AI for optimizing pricing and supplier performance, which has the potential to significantly improve efficiency and reduce costs for our customers.