What does a journey towards sustainable, ethical and ESG excellence look like? Who better to share successful experience in this field than Michael Miller, SVP Asset Protection, EHS, Risk and Sustainability at Advanced Auto Parts. At the forefront lies the crucial step of conducting a comprehensive materiality assessment, covering a myriad of elements within the ESG spectrum. Amidst external pressures from regulatory bodies, political climates, and investor demands, the task of integrating sustainability measures into the supply chain becomes increasingly daunting.

Michael Miller underscores the necessity of authenticity and transparency, urging companies to stay grounded and true to their unique values amidst the evolving ESG landscape. Join us as we navigate these challenges and unveil strategies for forging a sustainable path forward in supply chain management

Embracing change and learning to adapt is a key element of supply chain success. So how can your company switch to utilizing digital data to combat challenges? Our panel discusses ways for your business to develop a digital adoption roadmap including what steps are necessary to implement a digital transformation strategy for your supply chain.

Imagine your supply chain as a superhero. It gets the job done, but it's stuck using a flip phone while everyone else has smartphones. A digital supply chain is like giving your superhero a super-powered phone! This panel discusses how to level up and take your supply chain into the digital age.

Discussion Areas Include:

• How can companies quantify the ROI of Digital Supply Chains and demonstrate the financial benefits of investing in digital technologies?
• How can leaders address resistance to change with implementing digital technologies?
• What can the use of blockchain mean for the future of supply chain functionality?

Managing supply chain risk, complexity, and disruptions are not new topics for supply chain leaders. However, the range of factors, multiplicity and frequency of events and the interconnected nature of today’s global supply chains offer more challenges than ever before. Agility and flexibility to ensure the supply chain continues to deliver on commitments requires different approaches than traditional methods of supplier risk management, which focused on monitoring and early warnings focused on a few key risk factors.

Today’s complex multi factor and multi-tier challenges demand a detailed process of leveraging insight and analytics to identify both risks and opportunities to design resiliency into the supply chain. This breaks the cycle of supplier monitoring, risk management, crisis management, and reaction. The result is not just revenue preservation and profit protection, but rather growth, margin expansion, customer satisfaction, competitive advantage, sustainability, and RESILIENCY.

AI should be your co-pilot, not your captain. Join this interactive discussion to explore how AI can enhance, not replace, human expertise in supply chain management. Our roundtable will delve into practical strategies for leveraging AI as a powerful tool to augment decision-making, improve collaboration, and drive innovation. Discover how to harness AI to uncover hidden insights, automate routine tasks, and focus on high-value activities. Learn best practices for building effective human-AI partnerships and overcoming implementation challenges. Walk away with actionable steps to transform your supply chain into a dynamic, AI-powered operation.

Possessing a comprehensive view of your organization's supply chain is no longer a luxury but a necessity. This roundtable delves into the critical strategies for achieving end-to-end visibility and transparency across the entire supply chain network. Participants will engage in a robust discussion on leveraging advanced analytics and data integration to break down silos, uncover hidden insights, and optimize operations. By fostering a collaborative ecosystem with suppliers and partners, organizations can build a resilient and responsive supply chain capable of withstanding disruptions and seizing opportunities. Join the conversation to explore practical solutions and best practices for transforming your supply chain into a connected, intelligent, and high-performing operation.

Join us for this dynamic discussion as we explore the intersection of technology and operations. Our focus: Augmented Reality (AR) and its transformative impact on warehouse operations. Together, we’ll address common concerns, discover practical implementation steps, and foster enthusiasm for empowering frontline workers and increasing supply chain efficiency through digitalization. This will be a collaborative platform for executives to share insights, exchange ideas, and develop actionable strategies that enhance operational speed, reduce costs, and improve quality within their organizations. Attendees will gain practical knowledge and tools to drive their businesses towards sustained success and growth.

This session will explore the fundamental differences between circular and linear supply chains, highlighting how circular models mitigate the risk of material shortages and supply chain disruptions. Attendees will learn about real-world examples of companies successfully implementing circular supply chain practices and the cutting-edge technologies enabling this transformation. Finally, we'll provide actionable strategies for integrating circular principles into your organization's supply chain, empowering you to drive sustainable innovation and competitive advantage in your industry.

Today's supply chains must embrace digital technologies to solve existing and future problems and compete in the dynamic marketplace. This keynote will explore the critical steps involved in assessing an organization's digital maturity and the importance of aligning mindset, skillset, and toolset for successful digital transformation. The presentation will outline a strategic roadmap to guide organizations through the digital journey, to spur on curiosity, drive ambition and develop milestones. This session will provide actionable insights for supply chain leaders to navigate the complexities of digital transformations to achieve tangible business outcomes.