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I'm amazed it's Friday already and #ramadan is almost over, wow! but I'm thrilled I get to share the *behind the scenes* at Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain & Logistics programming for the week April 1 - April 5! The trend for this week, as it is practically every week for me, revolves around MORE shipper conversations. I feel incredibly fortunate to have engaged with leaders from Nike, Honeywell, Staples, Google, Microsoft, Caraway Home Mattel, Inc., Thistle, Nordstrom, Grady Health System, ZF Group, Move For Hunger, Pangaea, among others! Here are some of the takeaways: In the age of #GenAI and #digitaltools, ensuring #data security and gaining control of your data will be key! As crucial as technology is, shippers are mindful of the risks that come with them! The key is to translate technology into practical tools from concept to application. We're thankful that several #supplychain leaders are eager to share case studies at Manifest next year, to delve into how they are prioritizing capabilities, assessing AI, applying learnings from #data and #visibility, aligning #sustainability with supply chain, and various other critical areas! On the #procurement, #sourcing and #sustainability front, shippers are intentional about prioritizing cross-industry collaborations because it will help us tackle systemic challenges together. For the #coldchain, #food and #healthcare space - some are in #expansion mode, embracing partnerships that help ensure the consistent delivery of high quality products. Others are on a #transformation journey, with an emphasis on #supplierdiversity and process efficiency amidst #geopolitical tension and risks. There are also so many amazing nonprofit organizations that are taking all of the necessary steps to combat #foodinsecurity! Lastly on #automation, #robotics, #wms and #dataengineering, harmonization will be the key as shippers evaluate what solutions work best for their tech stack! Onto a relaxing - and final weekend of #ramadan - and a very exciting week coming up next! Check out manifestvegas.com for the latest updates as we move closer to the show dates! #manifest2025 #manifestvegas #supplychain #logistics

Happy Friday, everyone!! Join me for this week's Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain & Logistics programming recap! ..More shippers and more CSCOs! I had the pleasure of finally connecting with the leadership of Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Toyota North America, Promed, Patagonia, iFIT and Vale - so many different industries wow! I often feel like that "fly on the wall" every time I get to hear a CSCO openly tell me about how they are thinking through all of the insane disruptions that create this ripple effect into the supply chain! I can't wait to see all of the #shipper CSCOs, COOs, CPOs and CSOs engaging with each other (through a bevy of different formats that we will create for them) while at #manifest2025. Here are some of the takeaways: #digitaltransformation is very much at top of mind for MOST. The #healthcare #supplychain is highly disrupted - it comes with a bevy of challenges including #productavailability, #backorders and #supplier disruptions. Many leaders are aiming to restructure their organizations and create the best economic environment for #sourcing and ensuring that products are available for clinicians at all times. When it comes to technology, they are trying to maximize and get value with what they are already using while also investigating other #inventorymanagement tools. For others when they think about digital transformation - it means that they have seamlessly connected the #endconsumer to their #supply base. One of my favorite quotes this week is "you don't #automate a bad process". How do you ensure appropriate systems capabilities to drive technology and processes? There is also a clear commitment to #carbonneutrality and the leaders are those that take a multi pathway approach to it. Learn more about the show at manifestvegas.com! We hope you will join us 😊 #supplychain #logistics #manifestvegas

The GAME - CHANGER: How You Can Drive Revenue and Profit Growth witj INNOVATION by : A.G Lafley, Chairman & CEO of Procter & Gamble . Ram Charan, author of Execution innovation will not be successful unless and until you know WHO the consumer target is and WHAT she wants. Find out who she is, find out what she wants, and then give it to her. There is no deep dark secret here. The formula for innovation success is as simple as that. Of course, the hard part is pinpointing the WHO. #neverstoplearning #wellbeing #internationalfreightforwardingphilippines #customsbrokerlicense #logisticsfreightphilippines #excelsiorworldwide🇵🇭

🚀 **What an amazing experience!** 🍅 Just wrapped up a hands-on workshop on a crucial part of the OTC process at the Kraft Heinz offices in Glenview - Illinois where we dove deep into the process steps with peers, subject matter experts, continuous improvement specialists and IT—all in the same room. 🙌 It was a unique opportunity to break down silos, explore solutions from different angles, and collaborate with people who share the same passion for innovation, automation and progress. 💡✨ When you have tech suppliers alongside industry experts and colleagues, the energy in the room is *electric*! ⚡ The most powerful takeaway? **Collaboration is key** When diverse minds come together, the outcome is always greater than the sum of its parts. 🤝💼🔧 Big shoutout to Tom Barnett and everyone involved for their contributions and insights! Looking forward to seeing how these partnerships evolve. 🌱 Chadd R. Sarah Stevenson Buckley Ram Gummadi Shouvik Sarkar Sheng Homan Wendy Porter Indriat Thohir Daniel Kitchen Sabrina Mistry Jeffrey Tomko Barbara Carpenter Prashanth Ojha Ramesh Gunturu Randy Gunzburger Yoshi K Greg Hoefert Deepak Katyal Monis Raza Kacey Shap, PhD Arshdeep Singh Keri Steele #Collaboration #Innovation #WorkshopSuccess #TechSolutions #Teamwork #PeerLearning #SubjectMatterExperts #TechSuppliers #GrowthMindset #ProfessionalDevelopment #HereAtKraftHeinz #LetsMakeLifeDelicious

Another Friday, another #behindthescenes at Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain & Logistics programming, week of 4/8 - 4/12! If you predicted more #csco #coo and #shipper conversations, you're correct! This week's conversations included Tupperware, Olympus Corporation, University of Miami Health System, Henkel and Evonik. Whenever I talk to any CSCO or COO or shipper leader, I always ask them what they value most out of shows. The common answers include 1) being able to benchmark and engage with peers that are on the same level as them across various industries, 2) discover and assess 'what's new' from a #technology standpoint and 3) hear how other organizations are actually applying solutions and strategies across their #supplychain. We take this kind of feedback and are very intentional about how we shape everything from our programming to our expo to our shipper-specific offerings on-site! #healthcare and #medtech supply chain systems are at a lower maturity level than various other sectors, and several organizations are on a long-term #transformation journey to incorporate #digitalplanning into their organizations and move from legacy structures to more global structures. Multinational leaders are continuously pioneering a #customercentric, #digitallyenabled and globally integrated supply chain - the key focus areas for most begin with their people and their partners. Terms such as #changemanagement, #culture, #visibility, #transparency and #accountability come to mind. Despite the many #nearshoring opportunities in #mexico, the #import of goods and materials is becoming more and more complex between U.S and Mexico due to a bevy of constraints including #crossborder and #customsclearance, #capacity and #infrastructure. #Manufacturers are proactively combatting foreseeable (and unforeseeable) disruptions with a combination of #tools and #tech that give #transparency end to end, #controltower and #visibility options and strong relationships with local #logisticsserviceproviders. One area of need for many is building a robust framework for leveraging data and tools to make better decisions faster. If these issues hit at home for you too - or if you have solutions or services that you know can help shippers navigate some of the key challenge areas, don't hesitate to ping me directly because I would love to discuss! #manifestvegas #manifest2025 #supplychain #logistics

🔍 Check out this insightful article about how Hema's new CEO, Saskia Egas Reparaz, successfully turned around the struggling retail chain by involving employees in strategic planning. The article highlights the importance of genuine collaboration and continuous learning in strategic planning. At Sociabble, we strongly believe in the power of engaging and collecting employees' ideas to drive innovation and success. Our platform is designed to help companies turn their employees into an informed, engaged, and influential workforce. Read the full article here ⤵️ #EmployeeEngagement #EmployeeAdvocacy #InternalCommunication

🚀 Exciting News for 2023! Are you Ready to Shape the Future of Packaging? 🚀 🌟 We're thrilled to unveil our game-changing initiative: the launch of our Collaborative Group for the Future of Packaging starting on January 9th! Join us alongside retailers, brand owners, and packaging leaders for a series of transformative workshops, expertly guided by Professor Jeff Gold using Futures & Foresight methodology. Together, we'll empower leaders to craft forward-thinking, long-term strategies for optimizing packaging, innovation and sustainability choices. 🔮 Why Futures & Foresight? Futures & Foresight is widely used by governments and organizations for policy and strategy development, this approach involves a meticulous long-term analysis of external factors. In the dynamic world of packaging, it equips leaders with robust intelligence to anticipate market demands, fostering the creation of resilient strategies for an ever-changing landscape. With Prof. Jeff Gold, a global authority on Futures thinking, leading each session, you're in for an unparalleled learning experience. ⏰ Last Places Remaining – Reach Out to Find Out More! Don't miss the chance to be a part of this exclusive opportunity. 🌐 Let's Usher in the New Year with a Commitment to Innovation and Sustainability in Packaging! Grow our shared commitment to innovation and sustainability in the world of packaging. Together, we'll shape the future and set new standards for excellence. 🚀 #FutureOfPackaging #Innovation #Sustainability #Collaboration #NewYearNewBeginnings Joanne Brice Ben Mitchell Jeff Gold Natalie Allen Dr Esther Pugh Helen Hepworth FCIM Larisa Barker FCIM 'CMktr' Darren Shepherd Patrick Heskins Debbie Waldron-Hoines

'You don’t change a company just with the system. It's the people and their collaboration that drive true transformation.' This was my key takeaway from the dynamic event at the BMW Double Cone in Munich, where over 100 senior leaders in Supply Chain and IT gathered to challenge the status quo of enterprise planning and decision-making last month. Thrilled to have been part of this transformative event, featuring thought-provoking presentations from industry leaders. The insights and innovations discussed were truly inspiring. Key takeaways included: 1️⃣ Kraft Heinz’s Success in Demand Forecasting Marcelo Iuki Hirooka Iuki shared their remarkable achievements during the COVID-19 volatility, achieving over 70% forecast accuracy and significantly reducing excess inventory. Thank you, Marcelo, for the insightful presentation. 2️⃣ Nestlé’s Integrated Business Planning (IBP) Vineet Khanna emphasized the importance of breaking down silos and fostering collaboration to achieve better decision-making agility. Thank you, Vineet, for the valuable insights. 3️⃣ TB International GmbH's Transformation Anne Molitor highlighted their shift from a traditional pre-order model to a never-out-of-stock strategy, underscoring the critical role of data-driven decision-making in the fashion industry. Thank you, Anne, for sharing your experiences. 4️⃣ Canyon Bicycles GmbH's Supply Chain Integration Alison Jones discussed their transition to an end-to-end integrated supply chain framework, leveraging consumer insights to improve responsiveness to market demands. Thank you, Alison, for the engaging discussion. Connecting with so many forward-thinking professionals was truly inspiring. Special thanks to o9 Solutions, Inc. and Philipp Aschhoff for the invitation, and to Mario Möllenbeck, Karthik Chintalapudi, Daniel Marquart, Felipe Castresano de Campos Lima, Arthur Gosling, Antonio Lopez, and Dr. Frédéric Nicolas for the engaging conversations. At OPCORE Partners AG, we are excited to integrate these insights into our mission of driving value and operational excellence in the retail and consumer goods industry. We look forward to collaborating and pushing the boundaries of innovation. Feel free to reach out if you want to discuss more or explore potential collaborations. Best regards, Sebastian Dahm OPCORE Partners AG #Innovation #SupplyChain #Retail #Tech #ValueCreation cc. Dr. Johannes Wollenburg

With a blend of excitement and industry foresight, Jill Dearing, a recognized leader in the grocery industry, announces the launch of Dearing & Company, a firm dedicated to redefining executive guidance, support, and services for the grocery industry. This new venture draws on her extensive three-decade career, where she held pivotal roles including Vice President of Private Brands, Retail Development, Marketing & Advertising, and Pharmacy at C&S Wholesale Grocers, as well as Vice President and de facto CMO at Save-A-Lot. These experiences equip her to provide unprecedented strategic insights and support to the dynamic grocery marketplace.   Dearing's extensive background in grocery, wholesale, and retail uniquely positions her to lead Dearing & Company in its mission to transform customer experiences across the grocery industry. "My career has been fueled by a passion for advancing grocery through innovative strategies and a focus on customer engagement," Jill Dearing explains. "Dearing & Company is the culmination of this journey, where deep industry understanding meets cutting-edge solutions to drive our clients' success."   The firm's offerings are meticulously designed to tackle the unique challenges of the grocery industry, providing businesses with the tools they need to navigate complex landscapes and seize growth opportunities. From strategic planning and tailor-made business solutions to leadership development, Dearing & Company ensures that each project reaches its full potential.   "We are not consultants; we are partners committed to achieving sustainable success for our clients," Jill adds. "Our approach is comprehensive—combining strategic foresight with practical execution to transform operations and catalyze growth."   As the grocery industry faces increasing pressures to innovate and adapt, Dearing & Company stands ready as a key player in shaping its future, ensuring clients not only adapt but lead in their markets.   For more information about Dearing & Company and its services, please visit www.dearingco.com About Dearing & Company Dearing & Company offers experienced executive guidance, support and a comprehensive suite of services meticulously tailored to address the diverse needs of businesses across the grocery industry.    For further information or media inquiries, please contact info@dearingco.com

I am so very excited to share the press release below announcing Dearing & Company! I am looking forward to supporting you to drive meaningful and sustainable growth in your business. Dearing & Company, LLC #grocery #privatebrands #strategy #marketing #sales