*We're off until December, so enjoy a replay of our episode on traceability in the food supply chain*

*Originally released March 28, 2024*

Traceability is more important than ever in the food supply chain, as it allows quick and efficient tracking and halting of potential contaminants and foodborne illnesses. This week, food supply chain expert Jim Hilton joins us (in the studio!) to explain the opportunities for VARs. Why are we seeing more recalls? How does the direct-to-consumer market affect the supply chain? What is the FSMA 204 Final Rule, and how will technology help suppliers comply quickly? It’s the episode that wants to know exactly where this salad came from.

#VARValue—What conversations should VARs who work with food manufacturers/suppliers have right now to prepare for these changes?

TEConnecting with us:

Jim - Temperature control/sensors & truck connectivity

Dean - AI helps create new antibiotics

John - The EU's AI Act

Keep in Touch!

Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star

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What topics are John & Dean riffing on this week?

• Why some people don't have children
• A hybrid work A/B test
• FAA approves air taxis
• Younger generations are not answering the phone
• US state name meanings
• Worst workplace jargon
• The best TV episodes of all time

TEConnecting with us:

Dean - Why do plants wiggle

John - Watch "Homicide: Life on the Street" on Peacock

Keep in Touch!

Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star

Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/en-us/about-the-company/bluestar-teconnect-podcast

Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe

Sponsored by:

Elo's Quick Ship Program

We're breaking down the data from another one of our #BlueStarNation end-user surveys, this time speaking to 125 retail leaders about point-of-sale. What are the top considerations when buying? What is the preferred OS? What are the biggest challenges? What is on their wishlist for their next solution?

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Register for Elo's Payments & POS Panel Discussion

#VARValue - What should a retail VAR do with this info?

TEConnecting with us:

Dean - Meta AI data center "scuppered" by bees

John - How many unused gift cards do Americans have?

Keep in Touch!

Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star

Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/en-us/about-the-company/bluestar-teconnect-podcast

Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe

Sponsored by:

Elo Pay 22"