Institute for Supply Chain Excellence and Innovation
FORUM DAY 1 SESSIONS:
Dan Bartel
Driving Transformation in Multinationals: Unlocking Value through Procurement and Supplier Collaboration
Discover how Procurement can be a strategic partner to drive meaningful transformation in multinational organizations. This keynote explores a three-phase approach: understanding the business to align with strategic goals, identifying and prioritizing value creation opportunities, and building a long-term strategy focused on people, processes, and technology. Learn how aligning Procurement with business objectives and fostering supplier collaboration can unlock significant value, drive innovation, and position organizations for sustainable growth and competitive advantage.
Keynote Speaker: Frontiers of AI for Science and Engineering
Dr. Rose Yu
Innovations in AI continue to shape the future of humanity across nearly every industry. However, when applied to scientific discovery and engineering problems, existing AI methods still face many challenges. In this talk, Dr. Yu will discuss her research effort to improve the efficiency, credibility and physical consistency of AI methods for science and engineering tasks. Dr. Yu will also showcase the applications of her research to improve transportation, climate modeling, and physical sciences.
FORUM DAY 2 SESSIONS:
Tom Linton
How Generative AI Improves Supply Chain Management
The Keynote explores how generative AI transforms supply chain management by accelerating decision-making, enhancing efficiency, and providing actionable insights. It highlights AI’s ability to streamline processes, adapt to real-time challenges, and overcome barriers to adoption.
Interactive Panel: Exploring Global Supply Chain Hotspots – Insights to Mexico, China, and India
China, Mexico, and India each present unique challenges and compelling advantages for global supply chain strategies. This panel will delve into the risks, opportunities, and key insights required to build supply chain resilience under the Trump 2.0 administration. Participants will gain expert perspectives on how to harness each country's strengths while addressing potential risks. The discussion will conclude with a Q&A session, offering practical advice and answering audience questions.
