# The Cost of Waiting: Making AI a Priority in Your Annual Budget

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Podcast: [Supply Chain Connect](https://stenobird.com/podcast/supply-chain-connect-6381239)
Published: 2025-11-17T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://supplychainconnect.podbean.com/e/the-cost-of-waiting-making-ai-a-priority-in-your-annual-budget/
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## Resource

Dr. Joanne Friedman, CEO and co-founder of ReilAI, joins Supply Chain Connect to discuss the urgent need for AI investment in supply chain operations. Dr. Friedman highlights the risks of delaying adoption, the importance of data readiness and governance, and strategic budget planning focused on outcomes rather than tools. She shares practical advice for justifying AI to decision-makers, ensuring compliance and data ownership, and building intelligence into business processes for long-term transformation, concluding that true value comes from integrating AI with clear organizational objectives. Visit us online at SupplyChainConnect.com!

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