How can I respond to the following peer post while also asking a question?

The article I chose, "Innovations in Application of Professional Skills Development among Supply Chain Managers", discusses the importance of training and continual professional development of supply chain professionals. Companies that employ knowledgeable and experienced supply chain managers maintain a competitive edge. Supply chain managers are in high demand today and the list of required competencies keeps growing. Companies that invest in high quality training programs increase the effectiveness of their employees. They make them better at current processes and also prepare their employees for fast changing environments. Technology and computerized systems continually advance and grow in complexity. Meeting the demands of this changing landscape enables a company to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to competition. Well trained and developed staff cope with change faster and more effectively.

Education and training levels also increase the ability of supply chain professionals to produce innovative solutions to problems they face. Developing supply chain professionals is even more important in developing countries. The lack of available workforce that is trained to cope with the constantly changing logistics landscape harms those developing countries who are trying to be competitive in today's international market. It is important for them to develop the skills and competencies in internationally adopted processes and systems. Ultimately, the goal for all supply chain professionals should be a mastery of the current processes, systems, and networks. Mastery of processes leads to the ability to analyze networks and develop innovations that lead to competitive advantages. Training and education of supply chain professionals should also focus on facilitating and managing cross functional teams. Integration of supply chain management at all levels is vital to achieving the goals of an organization.

Istomina A., Vinogradova M., Lukyanova A., Bozhko L., Prodanova N. (2020). Innovations in Application of Professional Skills Development among Supply Chain Managers. International Journal of Supply Chain Mangement. https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/354477142.pdf