Manufacturing Supply Chains and Logistics with Susan Pfuetze of Otterbox – Uptime Logistics

Today on Uptime Logistics, brought to you by CAP Logistics, host Doug Draper of ACME Distribution and the Denver Transportation Club visits with Susan Pfuetze, Global Logistics Manager at Otterbox. Otter Products is a leading producer of protective cases for smart phones and other equipment for outdoor enthusiasts.

They first explore Susan's background and the history of Otterbox before diving into product development and supply chain strategies for manufacturing and distributing consumer goods globally. The key importance of time-to-market for newly designed smart phone cases emphasizes the importance of uptime in the entire supply chain.

They also discuss the changing trade relations with China and other countries before answering questions from the audience. Susan shares valuable insights and advice from the front lines to her colleagues working today, as well as to students looking to get into the industry.

The video podcast can be found on the full show post: https://www.caplogistics.com/cap-logistics/2020/4/21/manufacturing-supply-chains-and-logistics-with-susan-pfuetze-of-otterbox-uptime-logistics