2026 Agenda

Agentic AI is moving from theory to real operational use, with some supply chains beginning to deploy autonomous agents that can sense disruptions, make decisions, and trigger actions across planning, inventory, routing, and procurement. In this discussion, we’ll explore where organizations are experimenting today, what decisions leaders are comfortable automating, and how teams are putting guardrails, governance, and KPIs in place. As AI begins to move from insight to action, where does automation create advantage and where does human oversight still matter most?

Tariffs, geopolitical risk, and capacity constraints are forcing companies to rethink long-standing supplier strategies. In this discussion, we’ll explore how organizations are balancing cost, resilience, and partnership across their supplier networks. Are companies diversifying suppliers, reshoring critical components, or strengthening collaboration with strategic partners? Join peers to share how your organization is managing supplier risk while maintaining performance and competitiveness.

The pendulum keeps swinging between efficiency and resilience. As supply chains stabilize, how are leaders recalibrating cost-to-serve models, safety stocks, and fulfillment priorities? In this open discussion, we’ll share how teams are revisiting tradeoffs between cost, service, and risk—and what new pressures (like sustainability and labor availability) are shaping those choices. Come ready to discuss how you’re optimizing your network while keeping flexibility in the system.

As supply chains become more digital, data-driven, and complex, organizations are rethinking how they train and develop top talent. In this discussion, we’ll explore how companies are identifying high-potential employees, building structured development paths, and investing in training that blends operational expertise with digital and analytical skills. What approaches are working to prepare the next generation of supply chain leaders, and how are organizations ensuring their top talent is ready to lead in an increasingly automated and rapidly changing environment?

Freight markets, customer delivery demands, and sustainability targets are all shifting—fast. How are logistics teams adapting their carrier strategies, warehouse footprints, and technology stacks to stay ahead? In this discussion, we’ll dive into how leaders are approaching nearshoring, capacity planning, and the increasing role of automation and visibility tools. Bring your perspective on what’s working in your logistics operations today, and where you’re still facing friction.

Many organizations have mature S&OP processes, but the speed of disruption is challenging traditional monthly planning cycles. In this discussion, we’ll explore how companies are evolving toward more dynamic, cross-functional decision models. How are teams improving visibility, shortening decision cycles, and aligning planning with real-time operational signals? Join peers to share how your organization is evolving planning processes to support faster and more confident decision-making.