FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Cleveland, Ohio, USA, August 10th, 2020 - ISCEA reconfirms exciting Agenda for upcoming SCTECH2020 Conference.
Day 1: Digital Transformation and Strategy
Dr. Ednilson Bernardes (Professor of Supply Chain Management and Global Supply Chain Program Coordinator, West Virginia University; IISB - ISCEA International Standards Board Member; and Book Author) will be taking the audience to the world of tomorrow and help them to understand how the industry may look like in 5 to 10 years from now. The participants will be guided through thoughtful discussions with outstanding experts for strategy implementation. Chris Turner (Partner and Co-Founder, Stratabridge), Frederik Bisbjerg (COO Noor Takaful Insurance, UAE and Head of MENA & Digital Transformation Specialist, The Digital Insurer (SG)), and Amit K Sinha (Senior Manager, Deloitte Consulting) plan to discuss how to approach business strategy in order to ensure sustainability and success in the execution of their Supply Chains. They will explain how to accelerate the use of potential modern technology accordingly. Moving forward, Dr. Bram Desmet (CEO and Managing Director Belgium, Solventure; Book author) will provide his insights on how strategic decisions affect the supply chain and refer to the framework of the supply chain triangle.
In the following 3 days, SCTECH2020 will guide attendees through the jungle of Technology and Supply Chain End-to-End:
Day 2: Customer Relationship, Demand Planning & Risk Management
Dr. Marcell Vollmer (Partner and Director, Boston Consulting Group, BCG); ISCEA International Standards Board Member – IISB – TC (Technology Committee) will talk about the need for CRM and how to leverage potential with latest technology developments. Attendees will learn how to overcome traditional challenges in Demand Planning and making use of AI and ML accordingly, with well-known experts Dyci Manns Sfregola (Anaplan Consultant Supply Chain), Sven F. Crone (CEO, Iqast; Lecturer, Lancaster University Management School), and Timur Gostik (Supply & Demand Planning Director, Kao Corporation). Also, we will have a discussion and share best practices about technology that supports successful Risk Management in the Airline Industry with Martha Lumatete (Supply Chain Technology Business Partner, Southwest Airlines) and best-selling book author Daniel Stanton, “Mr. Supply Chain”. Participants will also understand the need for Cyber Security and its successful implementation shared by worldwide-known TEDx Speaker and ISM 30under30 Megawatt Winner 2017, Charlotte Annabelle de Brabandt.
Day 3: Manufacturing, Organization & Integration
Participants will learn what steps to take in order to integrate modern systems for supporting and improving Supply Chain with Dr. Cynthia Kalina-Kaminsky (President Supply Chain Innovation and Transformation, Process and Strategy Solutions PLLC; IISB – ISCEA International Standards Board Member). We will discuss the need for SCM on C-Level and will share best practices in technology like control towers with Tim Charlton(Associate Director, XAct Solutions) accordingly. Attendees will gain insights into integration of finance in IBP, the way forward and advantages of cryptocurrencies, and blockchain for business planning and steering with Robert Kepczynski (Supply Chain and Operations Director, IBP capability lead, EY Switzerland; Book author, Practitioner) and Massimo Buonomo (UN Global Expert on Blockchain, fintech, regtech, cryptocurrency (UNAOC); Global Impact FinTech (GIFT) Forum – Global Advisory Board Member; ISCEA International Standards Board Member – IISB – TC (Technology Committee)). We will reveal how to ensure Business Continuity Planning as a cornerstone of Governance best practices. Further, we will discuss how employees should be taken along with on the journey of digital transformation. Speakers will be SCDE Supply & Demand Chain Executive - Top100 2020 Jonathon Karelse , CEO Northfind Management and Damodar Hedge, Head of Supply Chain Learning, Coca Cola European Partners. Furthermore, we will share best practices in Industry 4.0 and SMART manufacturing along with a panel discussion accordingly.
Day 4: Sustainability, Transportation & Supply
Danny Weinberger, CEO of Morpheus Network, will introduce attendees to the latest state-of-the-art advantages of Blockchains in logistics for imports and exports. Furthermore, attendees will learn how algorithms can support and optimize last mile transportation. These practices lead to fostering sustainability, presented by Carrypicker, a fantastic German startup. Last mile distribution is the reflection of the continuously growing activities in Ecommerce. Nabil Malouli (VP and Global Ecommerce Lead, DHL Supply Chain) will provide latest insights and possibilities for optimization accordingly. Also, participants will receive the latest news of UN Global Compact Implementation Initiative for SDG Ambition with Ann Rosenberg of UN Partnerships. In addition, panel discussions about responsibility and leveraging technology for Procurement, Warehousing, Transportation and Supply will occur on Day 4. The Conference is surrounded by Virtual Exhibition of well known brands and startup companies. There will also be a Virtual Book Signing event. SCTECH2020 Conference Fee: The current price for the ticket is US$49. This offer is valid until August 31, 2020. Starting September 1st 2020, the fee will be US$99. ISCEA SCTECH Supports UN Global Compact Goals: 10% of the ticket revenue will go to UN Global Compact Initiatives of Education, Health, Sustainability. Please visit our website for more details and to view the full line up of speakers. Conference Language: English ISCEA SCTECH2020 Conference Website: https://www.sctechshow.com #SCTECH2020 @SCtechShow
Get Involved : Interested in Speaking or Exhibiting? Please contact Thorsten Mebs, SCTECH Conference Manager and Director of Strategic Partnerships ISCEA EMEA, via email at Thorsten.Mebs@iscea.com Interested in Media Partnership? Please contact Madison DeSilva, Director of Strategic Partnerships, ISCEA via email at Madison.DeSilva@iscea.com
About SCTECH: Introduced in 2016, SCTECH serves as a vibrant meeting place for supply chain and technology decision-makers. The conference program empowers process owners with knowledge of innovative and successful supply chain trends to make informed technology-selection decisions. The exhibit floor allows attendees to become aware of new alternatives that they did not know existed and provides exhibitors with an impressive platform to meet new clients. https://www.sctechshow.com
About ISCEA: ISCEA's mission is to provide total supply chain knowledge to manufacturing and service industry professionals through Education, Certification and Recognition. ISCEA is the developer of internationally recognized certification programs such as Certified Supply Chain Manager (CSCM), Certified Supply Chain Analyst (CSCA), Certified HealthCare Supply Chain Analyst (CHSCA), Certified Demand Driven Planner (CDDP), Certified Lean Master (CLM), Certified Supply Chain Technology Professional (CSCTP), and others. ISCEA is the governing body for the Ptak Prize. ISCEA members hold mid to upper supply chain management positions in Global 2000 companies. The International Supply Chain Education Alliance (ISCEA) was the first organization certifying supply chain professionals around the globe, and it remains the worldwide authoritative resource for supply chain career development with thousands of certificate holders commanding top-tier salaries. https://www.iscea.org About IISB: The IISB is the vehicle through which ISCEA maintains close ties with the industry and its most prominent leaders. IISB members hold top management positions in leading global, regional, and national companies. Admittance to this committee is by invitation only. The IISB Executives are renowned academic, business, and industry experts. IISB advises and assists ISCEA, universities, and organizations by evaluating their programs. This serves the need of ISCEA and other organizations by providing advice pertaining to technological and subject matter changes to students, companies, and industry. https://www.iscea.org/iisb-executives
