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Seasoned Leadership in Action™! An Interview with Michael Massetti, VP at Gartner!

Supply Chain Game Changer

The early part of my career was in the product engineering and development, test and characterization, field applications, and program management. The biggest career transformation for me was after leaving Dell when I joined Lucent in 2002 and entered supply chain in technology sourcing. I have not looked back since!

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Integrated Business Planning: A New Narrative for an Old Process

Supply Chain Trend

At about the same time that Wave 2 was gaining momentum, we saw publication of the book Enterprise Sales & Operations Planning: Synchronizing Demand, Supply and Resources for Peak Performance (Palmatier and Crum, 2002). New Product Review, a Demand Review, a Supply Review, and a Management Business Review.

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Seasoned Leadership in Action™ Interview Excerpts: Lessons Learned by Global Leaders

Supply Chain Game Changer

In reality, a few abrupt moves and getting laid off in 2001 by Dell drove a sharp left-hand turn in my career in 2002 that evolved to where I am today. My message is for young professionals to keep their options open and value diversity in opportunities.