On 18-20 November 2019, the US edition of our NG Supply Chain Summit will bring together senior marketing decision-makers and business leaders from across North America at the fantastic The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, Florida, to share their views on how to tackle the biggest challenges in supply chain management today.
Amongst others, the summit will look at key topics such as: how to build an integrated supply chain ecosystem that is intelligent, responsive and meets customer needs in real time; how to deliver true end-to-end visibility, powered by Data, AI & Analytics; and how to improve lead and delivery times, affordably, without interrupting existing processes.
From case studies that lift the lid on operations inside best-in-class organisations, to workshops and collaborative sessions that focus on real challenges and future technology innovations, to one-to-one meetings with industry peers offering practical advice tailored to your specific needs, the summit will provide you with everything you need to implement your key projects more effectively.
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Our Approach
Every GDS Summit has one stated aim: to help attending executives implement their key projects more effectively. We do this by developing an in-depth understanding of those executives' project needs, the business outcomes they want to achieve, and the challenges they face in terms of hitting those goals.
Who Attends
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6 Challenges in Supply Chain
- How to build an integrated supply chain ecosystem that is intelligent, responsive and meets customer needs in real time
- How to deliver true end-to-end visibility, powered by Data, AI & Analytics
- Understanding the opportunities in automation: how to improve lead and delivery times, affordably, without interrupting existing processes
- How to mitigate cyber security risk to be able to manage vulnerabilities within the supply chain
- Supply chain digitisation: Understand the new technological landscape that suit the needs of the business
- How to build agile manufacturing capabilities at scale
Summit Schedule
Grab your name badge, say hello, activate the onsite app and prepare to leave the office behind for two-and-a-half days of networking, learning and intelligence gathering.
What? When? How? Where? Join our Master of Ceremonies for a brief welcome and orientation session, where we’ll explain your itinerary for the next few days.
From independent thinkers to technology pioneers to execs from some of the world’s most progressive brands, our keynote speakers are handpicked to provide you with the insight you need to inspire your next business decision.
Digitisation improves the speed, dynamics and resiliency of the supply chain operations, leading to greater customer responsiveness and ultimately higher revenue. By embracing digitalisation of the supply chain, companies can experience real value, increased revenue and market valuation.
In order to reap the full benefits of digitalization, companies must fundamentally redesign their supply chain strategy. It’s not enough to just embellish it with digital technology.
Key discussion points:
- How to apply big data solutions to improve efficiency, cost optimization, responsiveness and greater integration
- How to leverage IoT to monitor inventory, manage warehouse stock, optimize fleet routes, and reduce dead mileage
- How are service chains becoming more important than product chains?
- How are organisations applying AI in the Supply Chain?
- How social networks are transforming Supply Chain processes for the better
- How is microsegmentation key to supply chain management success?
Detailed analysis of supply chain data can significantly improve business forecasting and decision making. Creating agility thoughout the supply chain process allows organisations to achieve higher levels of performance and improve customer experience.
This roundtable will provide best practice, direction, and inspiration to find new ways of generating value to the supply chain without consequence to margin, quality and service levels.
Key discussion points:
- Enabling a unified view of shipments, orders, and invoices with relevant details and statuses
- Managing fluctuating consumer demand
- How are organisations using multipary networks as a key enabler of complete supply network visibility and transparency?
- Effectively managing unplanned events, such as delayed POs or shipment
Supply chain technology is expanding, and technology will only grow more important in effective supply chain management in 2019. From the increased demand to data-driven decision-making through the industrial Internet of things (IIoT) to the use of cloud-based technologies, supply chain technology will advance light years in the coming months.
This roundtable will provide leaders with insight into which new technologies will be the dominant forces of change and continuous improvement in the coming year.
Key discussion points:
- IOT: As a means to achieve operational efficiency by automating business processes, or by digitizing records.
- Advanced analytics: How pescriptive analytics can improve decision making in functional areas like supply chain planning, sourcing, and logistics and transportation, and can be deployed to improve end-to-end supply chain performance.
- Blockchain: Highly decentralized supply chain management functions such as smart contracts or traceability and authentication are prime candidates for blockhain
- Autonomous things: robots, drones and autonomous vehicles
- Immersive technologies: Such as virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) allow businesses to enhance employee and customer digital experiences.
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Time to kick off your heels, loosen those ties and get to know your fellow summit attendees. Relax, drinks are on us.
From independent thinkers to technology pioneers to execs from some of the world’s most progressive brands, our keynote speakers are handpicked to provide you with the insight you need to inspire your next business decision.
The most important meal of the day. Get yourself set for a productive day by joining us for coffee, croissants and more.
From independent thinkers to technology pioneers to execs from some of the world’s most progressive brands, our keynote speakers are handpicked to provide you with the insight you need to inspire your next business decision.
Multiple tables, multiple hot topics: in this session, you choose where you sit, who you sit with and what you want to discuss. The takeaways are down to you: have your say, question others and find your own answers.
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Take advantage of time to network with fellow summit attendees and further discuss your business transformation projects.
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Worked up an appetite? Recharge those batteries with our buffet-style lunch, and prepare to meet the afternoon head-on.
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Take advantage of time to network with fellow summit attendees and further discuss your business transformation projects.
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Time for a well-deserved break in your busy schedules.
Time for some fun; you’ve earned it. Join us for our second night’s dinner and entertainment. Details to follow.
The most important meal of the day. Get yourself set for a productive day by joining us for coffee, croissants and more.
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Take advantage of time to network with fellow summit attendees and further discuss your business transformation projects.
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What have been the most interesting discussion points over the last few days? What are the key takeaways? Are there any immediate actions to be implemented? And what further questions have emerged?
Worked up an appetite? Recharge those batteries with our buffet-style lunch for your journey home.
Summit Location
Our events take place at some of the most prestigious venues in the world. Five-star accommodation, dining and amenities make attending one of our summits both business and pleasure. Being productive has never been so much fun.
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To discuss how GDS Summits can help you solve your project challenges contact us on: 0117 921 4000 or email sayhello@gdsgroup.com.
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