Future proof sustainable supply chain demands faster, integrated Plants of the Future in a BANI world - February 29th - GDS Group

Future proof sustainable supply chain demands faster, integrated Plants of the Future in a BANI world

IN-PERSON EVENT
29 February 2024, Chicago 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm CST
In partnership

Dinner Location: The Drake

How can manufacturers upgrade their plants and supply chains for better visibility, sustainability, and growth in the progressively BANI world?

Welcome to this Meet the Boss event in partnership with Birlasoft.

Opportunities surface in the face of dynamic challenges!

That dichotomy presents itself well in today’s complex world where Economic uncertainty, Supply chain disruptions, changing Geopolitical dynamics, Tariff and trade volatility, Climate and sustainability, and Pandemic upheaval are rampant concerns amid growing consumption, better health, and higher aspirations! Manufacturing industry, known for its resilience and adaptability, embraces these trends as opportunities for growth while fending off risks and disruptions.

In a world characterized by increased fragility, heightened anxiety, nonlinear dynamics, and unprecedented complexity referred to as BANI (Brittle, Anxious, Nonlinear, and Incomprehensible), manufacturers are investing in innovative programs and techniques. In this evolving scenario, traditional tools and frameworks may no longer be sufficient, prompting the industry to explore new strategies for success.

To navigate this BANI World, and compete effectively in the future, manufacturers must reconsider their strategies, adapt their approaches, and develop new coping mechanisms, thereby completely rethinking the possibilities today in pursuit of the Plants-of-the-Future, where some critical ESG and digital developments have elevated the playing field. But what are they exactly and what does this entail? Furthermore, how can manufacturers urgently sustain and grow their businesses while maintaining a healthy bottom line?

Hoping to see you in Chicago!

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Discussion topics

Achieving digital manufacturing excellence in plants

Bolstering sustainability, minimizing downtime, and maximizing production

Building resilient supply chains with end-to-end visibility

Speakers

John Lytle

Director, Industrial Manufacturing Lead
John has 40+ years of providing global enterprises with practical, yet strategic vision to drive meaningful find out more

Advait Waghmare

Head of Digital Transformation
Advait Waghmare is a thought leader & Global Consulting Head of Digital Transformation business unit at find out more

Heather Bunyard

Customer Success Officer
Heather Bunyard is a seasoned C-suite executive with an extensive background in Information Technology find out more
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Event Agenda

Day one

6:30 pm - 7:00 pm

6:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Welcome drinks reception & networking

7:00 pm - 7:10 pm

7:00 pm - 7:10 pm

Introduction from master of ceremonies

7:10 pm - 7:25 pm

7:10 pm - 7:25 pm

Keynote Speaker

7:30 pm - 9:15 pm

7:30 pm - 9:15 pm

Three-course dinner complemented with table discussion points

9:15 pm - 9:30 pm

9:15 pm - 9:30 pm

Wrap up & closing remarks

Why Attend

Closed door, tailored conversations to benchmark, share and get better equipped to solve complex transformation projects.

Experience shared learning

Meet industry leading like-minded executives tackling similar initiatives.

Benchmark with your industry peers

Discover and network to gain expertise and experience on how to best act and succeed.

Accelerate your projects

Accelerate In-depth face time with the world’s leading organizations pushing the boundaries to solve your challenges.

An engaged experience

An expert host facilitates conversations, with live polling, Q&As, and gamification to ensure focused conversation.

Discover next-level ideas

Ensure project success with access to industry experts and cutting edge thought leadership.

De-risk new projects

Gain a range of insights from peers and technical experts who are current with emerging business trends.

About Birlasoft

Birlasoft combines the power of domain, enterprise, and digital technologies to reimagine business processes for customers and their ecosystem. Its consultative and design thinking approach makes societies more productive by helping customers run businesses. As part of the multibillion-dollar diversified CK Birla Group, Birlasoft with its 12,500+ professionals, is committed to continuing the Group’s 161-year heritage of building sustainable communities.

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