The digital transformation of our manufacturing network
Unilever is advancing its smart manufacturing capability with AI, IoT and automation to create the connected, highly efficient factories of the future. Watch this interview to find out more.
As part of her Voices in Transformation podcast, supply chain influencer Maria Villablanca speaks to Unilever’s Data and Tech Supply Chain Lead Adam Raeburn-James and Supply Chain Learning Lead Jane Mackie on our approach of combining technological advancement with strategic talent development to drive business results.
They discuss how the business went from AI not being in its skills taxonomy three years ago to AI becoming a key focus across Unilever today.
In 2024, we trained over 23,000 colleagues in AI. This focus on skills is democratising job opportunities and opening new career avenues for employees.
Jane Mackie, Supply Chain Learning Lead
- Key highlights
00:17 Unilever’s digital transformation journey
01:03 The impact of AI and technology in operations
02:17 People and skills in the digital era
04:01 Training and skills development initiatives
05:13 Employee adaptation and success stories
06:10 New skill sets and role requirements
08:50 The future of Unilever’s supply chain: 2025 and beyond
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