Agenda

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Conference Day 1

Wednesday, 21 May 2025

Conference Day 2

Thursday, 22 May 2025

Post-Conference Workshop

Friday, 23 May 2025

Conference Day 1

Wednesday, 21 May 2025

Conference Day 2

Thursday, 22 May 2025

Post-Conference Workshop

Friday, 23 May 2025

Day 1
Day 2
Pos Con

7:30 Registration opens

8:45 Welcome to Country

8:50Opening remarks from the chair

8:55Opening Keynote: Supply Chain Transformation: Timing, Talent and Tenacity

TIMING: What is “transformation” and when should it be applied over a continuous improvement approach?
TALENT: The result of adding strategic capabilities to a workforce known for delivery.
TENACITY: Understand how a digital reset has ignited end-to-end transformation across the supply chain (and business).

9:25Panel discussion: The future of national freight and logistics: strengthening the supply chain and driving economic growth

Opportunities to boost resilience: skills and workforce, land use planning, productivity, and interoperability
Establishing accountability and governance arrangements to drive better outcomes
Exploring the proposed national priority action areas: decarbonisation, productivity, resilience, and data

MODERATOR:

Panellists:

9:55Partner case study: Optimising the end-to-end supply chain through Artificial Intelligence and digital transformation to improve agility, service levels, and cost metrics

Leverage end-to-end supply chain integration to streamline operations and reduce inefficiencies
Capitalise on AI/ML investments to enhance core metrics such as labour costs, asset utilisation, inventory working capital requirements, and more
Improve demand forecast accuracy and agility in downstream and upstream operations
Implement a holistic approach to optimise both cost reduction and value creation across the supply chain

10:30Closing keynote: Building Resilience in the Supply Chain: A Roadmap to Staying Competitive

Foster collaboration: Strengthen integrated planning and communication with partners
Invest in flexibility: Implement adaptable transportation management solutions
Diversify sourcing: Explore and adopt alternative sourcing strategies

A

Unlocking strategic value: process optimisation, partnerships and collaboration

11:30Case study: Supply Chain Segmentation: Integrating Financial Planning with Supply Chain Planning to Support New Business Models

Identify the characteristics of the supply chain
Analyse the characteristics of each segment
Develop and implement strategies to meet the needs of each segment

12:00Case study: Improving Agility: Responding to Disruptions and Collaboration with Diversified Suppliers

Meet your supply, supplier, and procurement requirements
Mitigate the risk of supplier source diversification and ensure resilience across your diverse supplier base
Ensure inventory flexibility and efficiency through access to data and document automation

12:30Evaluating processes, roles and responsibilities to optimise supply chain digitisation

Getting the basics right: fixing broken processes
Rethinking roles and responsibilities
Identify factors that are going to drive the most value

B

Emerging technology and innovation

11:30Case study: Leading a large-scale supply chain transformation, from decentralisation, automation and decision integration models – achieving greater efficiency and process accountability

Leveraging data and insights to identify and unlock greater value
Addressing change resistance in a 185 year old, public traded organisation
Exploring the benefits of automation, decision integration

12:00 Partner case study: The Digital Backbone: Transforming Supply Chain into Intelligent and Autonomous Operations

Explore how QR code-based traceability
captures vast amounts of data to build
greater resilience across the supply chain
Examine how GenAI will optimise demand
planning, inventory management, and
forecasting solutions
Obtain actionable insights to drive greater efficiencies across business operations

12:30 Panel discussion: Supply Chain Operation: End-to-End Digitalisation to Accelerate Performance and Increase Customer Satisfaction

Implement cloud-based technologies to create a digital backbone that scales infrastructure to support business needs
Seamlessly connect internal business systems, such as ERP, to external trading partners
Drive innovation across the entire supply chain to enhance performance and customer satisfaction

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C

Future-ready workforce

11:30Panel discussion: Building the Supply Chain workforce of the future: Attracting, retaining and upskilling staff

Unpacking the biggest challenges in attracting
new staff and graduates, from negative perceptions to the lack of visibility
How do you reframe supply chain as a profession for new graduates
Skills-gap postmortem: what are the underlying factors and how can they be addressed
Upskilling staff to stay ahead of evolving
technology
Rethinking the supply chain workplace

Panellists:

12:00Case study: Attracting Talent to Future-Proof the Supply Chain Workforce

Addressing the Skills Gap & Evolving Job Requirements in Supply Chain
Strategies for Talent Attraction and Retention in light of the perception of Supply Chain as a career
How to develop sustainable career pathways in Supply Chain

12:30Case study: Surviving the Storm: Leading Through Supply Chain Chaos Without Losing Your Sanity (or Your Team)

Real-world lessons from the frontline: what actually happens when the chaos hits
Why leadership is your best supply chain buffer — and how to show up under pressure
Keeping your team motivated when the only constant is disruption
Using humour, honesty, and human connection to build team resilience
Addressing workforce burnout and mental fatigue with practical strategies
Equipping your leaders to think clearly and lead calmly, even in the middle of the storm

2:00Partner case study: Little-known secrets of a 3PL relationship

How to decide whether to outsource and how to select the right partner and how to make the relationship a success

2:30Case study: Navigating extreme weather events and being prepared for unforeseen circumstances

Planning for interruptions and disruptions extreme weather and other unforeseen events
Ensuring your supply chain is agile and set up to respond to disruptions
Challenges and lessons learned

2:00Case study: Supply Chain Cyber Risks: Strategies to Mitigate Cyber Attacks, Operational Disruption, Financial Losses, and Reputational Damage

Third-Party Vulnerabilities: Conduct thorough due diligence and regular security audits to reduce third-party vulnerabilities
Employee Awareness Training: Foster a culture of scepticism and teach employees how to identify suspicious communications to reduce the risk of social engineering attacks
Data Breaches: Implement encryption, access controls, and regular security assessments to safeguard sensitive information and mitigate the risk of ransomware

2:30Panel discussion: Driving greater supply chain efficiencies: Implementing digital solutions to accelerate performance, streamline processes and improve outcomes for all stakeholders

Process mapping and identifying areas for improvement
Seamlessly connect internal business systems, such as ERP/SCM, to external trading partners
Drive innovation across the entire supply chain to enhance performance, partner outcomes and customer satisfaction
Enhance visibility across the supply chain by implementing end-to-end automation solutions that provide real-time data on inventory levels and order statuses, allowing for informed decision-making

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2:00Panel discussion: Navigating Geopolitical Challenges: Strengthening Australia's Supply Chain and Workforce

Adapting to Geopolitical Shifts: Understanding how global political dynamics impact Australia’s domestic supply chain and contribute to industry skill shortages.
Addressing Skill Shortages: Exploring strategies to mitigate the knock-on effects of skill shortages on domestic supply chains, with insights from industry leaders.
Infrastructure and Workforce Development: Examining the role of ports, airports, and rail networks in future-proofing Australia’s supply chain infrastructure and supporting workforce growth.
Government and Industry Collaboration: Discussing opportunities for government involvement in addressing job skills and supporting long-term supply chain resilience.

Moderator:

Panellists:

2:30Case study: Understanding the Complexity of Wholesale Transformation: Building Sophisticated Capabilities and Supply Chain Best Practices

Develop a clear vision and roadmap: Align resource capacity and secure staff buy-in to drive transformation
Design a modern supply chain model: Create competitive ecosystems to enhance efficiency and collaboration
Establish innovative ways of working:
Implement new practices to improve agility, performance, and adaptability

3:30Roundtables Discussion: Each roundtable will have a facilitator to lead the discussion. The facilitator will begin with a five-minute overview of the topic, incorporating a case study and key lessons learned. Participation is limited to the primary audience, excluding vendors. Roundtable discussions will focus on one of the following themes

1

Changing landscape for global trade:
What steps have you taken to future proof your supply chain and build resilience? Tariffs and the changing landscape for global trade are disrupting supply chains worldwide. AI and machine learning are exponentially increasing in sophistication and never has it
more evident that our supply chains need to be agile. What steps have you taken to future proof your supply chain and build resilience?

2

Sustainability & ESG:
Align supply chain operations with ESG standards and adopt circular economy principles to minimise environmental impact

3

The impact of recent tariffs on international trade:
Optimise supply chain strategies to balance cost, quality, and ethics while using data analytics for personalised consumer experiences

4

Process Excellence in Supply Chain:
Drive supply chain efficiency and scalability with AI, robotics, digital twins, and advanced analytics

5

Risk Management in Supply Chain:
Build a future-ready supply chain workforce by attracting, upskilling, and retaining talent in an era of rapid technological change

4:00Panel discussion: The Value of Supply Chain: Redefining Value within the Value Chain for Increased Agility

Define service levels: Explore as-a-service models to enhance flexibility and scalability
Integrate agility: Embed agility into the design, sourcing, manufacturing, and transportation of products
Prioritise value creation: Focus on creating value with suppliers, rather than solely reducing costs, to achieve shared goals

PANELLISTS:

4:50Closing Remarks from the Chair and End of Day One

4:55Welcome Remarks from Networking Drinks Sponsor

Join us at the end of day one for cocktails, canapes, and the opportunity to network with your peers, speakers, and sponsors

5:00Close of Conference Day 1 and commencement of Networking Drinks

7:30Registration opens

9:00Opening remarks from the chair

9:10 International Keynote: Unlocking Resilience: A Practical Guide to Risk Management in Supply Chains

How to build a comprehensive risk identification and assessment process across the full value chain—from sourcing to delivery.
How to leverage risk insights to prioritize mitigation actions and allocate resources to the most critical vulnerabilities.
How to drive resilience and agility through proactive, data-driven strategies that strengthen supply chain continuity and business performance.

9:50Fireside chat: Leveraging Technology, Partnerships and Automation to Optimise Supply Chain and Logistics

Determining the strategic mix of digital optimisation and transformation
Leveraging data and analytics to unlock greater value
Collaborating with cross-functional business partners, suppliers and logistics partners
The importance of process mapping and identifying opportunities to optimise and streamline processes

10:20International case study (Virtual Session) One Mile at a time, Bayer’s Digital Journey towards Smart Customer Experience

Real-time Supply Chain Visibility: Cutting-edge supply chain ecosystem with all the raw materials suppliers that provides real-time data on inventory levels, order status, and shipment tracking.
Predictive Analytics: Algorithms that forecast demand fluctuations, enabling proactive inventory management and order fulfillment.
Customer-Centric: Platform for all customer interaction with a significant impact to boost omnichannel experience

A

Unlocking strategic value: process optimisation, partnerships and collaboration

11:30Case study: Reinventing Supply Chain: Unleashing Agility with Demand-Driven Material Requirement Planning (DDMRP)

Rapidly Responding to Market Changes: Discover how DDMRP empowers businesses to adjust quickly to fluctuations in demand and supply dynamics, enhancing overall responsiveness and customer satisfaction
Reducing Working Capital and Boosting Logistics Performance: Learn how this bottling giant slashed working capital requirements while enhancing logistics efficiency, improving cash flow, and enabling better decision-making across the supply chain
Simplicity that Drives Success: Learn how simplifying processes through DDMRP not only leads to significant flow through the supply chain but also reduces complexity in inventory management, whilst increasing team morale

12:00Case study: Navigating the Future of Global Supply Chains

12:30Case study: Supply Chain Management Hubs: Reassessing Supply Chain Hubs Functionality, Labour, and Global Location

Determine whether hubs remain cost-effective or have become more attractive due to geopolitical stability and strong talent pools
Assess the role of hubs in reducing risks related to single points of operation and fiscal failure
Optimise hub performance by balancing tax, operational, strategic, financial, and environmental factors

MODERATOR:

PANELLISTS:

B

Emerging technology and innovation

11:30Case study: Implementation of Integrated Business Planning (IBP)

Align cross-functional teams to work collaboratively, meeting customer demand and driving efficiency
Integrate supply chain planning, financial analysis, and operational capacity to deliver goods on time and within budget
Enhance agility and decision-making by leveraging data-driven insights and adapting to changing market conditions

12:00Case study: Demand Planning Transformation: Moving Beyond Forecast Accuracy

Leverage segmentation and scenario analysis for holistic supply chain planning adopt AI enabled demand planning system to streamline processes and boost efficiency
Demand sensing and KPI measurement to improve decision making and performance tracking
Organisational design and talent development to prepare for the future of supply chains

12:30Panel discussion: Exploring the transformative power of AI and GenAI in Supply Chain Management

Identifying opportunities for efficiency, effectiveness and reliability across the supply chain from sourcing to warehousing and the last-mile
Assessing the challenges and obstacles of AI integration from data privacy issues to reskilling
Leveraging AI application to improve planning
Understanding the problems of AI and how it relates to supply chain management

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C

Driving ESG and sustainability outcomes

11:30Case study: Supply Chain Transformation – Enhancing the supply chain sustainability performance through the S&OP

Understanding the challenges
Integrating Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) with supply chain sustainability performance
Identifying the essential resources for successful S&OP implementation

What are key factors to consider?
Discussing the challenges and roadblocks
The importance of partnerships and communications
Addressing wins and lessons learned

PANELLISTS:

12:30Case study: Incorporate ESG and Circular Economy Strategies in Supply Chain Operations and Investments for Long-Term Sustainability

Adopt sustainable practices: Reduce waste and integrate recycling
Shift to a circular supply chain: Reuse materials and close the loop
Enhance Scope 3 reporting: Track and manage supply chain emissions

2:00Panel panel discussion: Mastering peak season readiness: How Australia's leading retailers optimise supply chains for the big event

Moderator:

Panellists:

2:30Case study: Going back to basics: Communication and partner relationships

The role of communication and relationships in building a robust and resilient network
Managing employee turnover and change
Ensuring your tech stack works for you and your partners – expensive, high tech isn’t always the best fit
Wins, lessons learned and next steps

2:00Partner case study: Far from the Madding Crowd: Highlighting your Uniqueness with AI.

In a competitive supply chain landscape,
standing out is key. Generative AI empowers
businesses and individuals to articulate their
unique value propositions, embrace fresh ideas,
and craft compelling narratives. By levelling the
playing field, firms of all sizes can now compete
head-to-head, enhancing their chances of
success. Discover how leveraging AI can
transform communication, foster innovation, and help you win more work while establishing your distinct presence in the market.

2:30Panel discussion: Digital Twins: Monitoring and Optimising Supply Chains and Logistics

Real-time Tracking: Monitor warehouse operations, transport routes, and delivery schedules to adjust for delays or bottlenecks as they happen
Predictive Maintenance: Use data to identify and address potential equipment or infrastructure issues before they disrupt operations
Scenario Testing: Simulate demand spikes, supplier changes, or new routes to implement efficient strategies without impacting the real-world network

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2:00Fireside chat: Fleet Transformation: Increasing capacity and creating greater efficiencies

How fleet transformation can optimise supply chain efficiency and embed resilience
How building a strong relationship with your partners can strengthen your supply chain, particularly in the not-for-profit sector
What is the key to effective strategic partnerships?
Exploring fleet management innovation and how it can be integrated into the supply chain

2:30Case study : Introducing EVs to Fleet

3:30International Case Study ( Virtual Session): How the Major international organisation is navigating supply chain uncertainty in challenging situations

Managing last mile delivery in places where suppliers are reticent to venture in
The important role of effective demand planning and inventory management in managing downstream uncertainty
Exploring outsourcing vs. Internal capability

4:10 Closing Remarks from the Chair and End of Day Two

9:00 - 12:00Workshop A: Uplifting Supply Chain Maturity with AI Systems

IRIS powered by Argon & Co will host an AI workshop for supply chain professionals seeking to understand more about the technology, its potential, risks and how to build a plan to deploy it and other automation technology within their business.

Level setting: what is AI, why is it relevant to Supply Chain
Supply chain & AI maturity: linking the AI opportunity to supply chain value
Envision the future: art of the possible
Build a plan: where to start, how to plan, real world uses and opportunities
Secure the plan: considerations, risk management, people capability and partnership

01:00 - 4:00 Workshop B: Organisational Design and Professional Development for Supply Chain Professionals

Tickets

Book before Friday, 17th May 2024 and Save $100 off the standard rate

A$ 2,399+GST

Access to the 2 main conference days
Onsite discussion forums
Access to the VIP networking drinks reception on Day 1

A$ 4,899+GST

Access to the 2 main conference days
Onsite discussion forums
Access to the VIP networking drinks reception on Day 1

Agenda

Matt Sheedy

MODERATOR:

Paul Zala

Panellists:

Darren McNamara

Aaron de Rozario

Amir Hashemi

Matt Michalewicz

Rina Dewson

A

Ishan Galapathy

Amir Hashemi

Haris Komarla

Peter Button

B

Inderjeet Virdi

Oliver Gaillard

Dr. Debdeep Banerjee

Paul Phillips

Liam French

Claire Malcolmson

C

Aditi Bhagwat

Anastasia Tan

Sharn Wenston

Dean Fleischmann

Peter Bainbridge

Fady Award

Sean Maguire

Sharn Wenston

Chris Mousley

David Sanders

Mark Parsons

Rahul Mehta

Francis Murugan

Paul Walsh

Jonathan Lafforgue

Simon Hinds

1

Greg West

2

Aleksander Debicki

3

Aditi Bhagwat

4

Ishan Galapathy

5

PANELLISTS:

Craig Dunlop

Vasudha JaiswaL

Anna Walton

Skye Reynolds

Inderjeet Virdi

Massimo Gianetto

Johnny Ivanyi

A

Massimo Giannetto

Ueda Toshiro

David MacDonald

Paul Zalai

Aleksander Debicki

Chris Mousley

B

Inderjeet Virdi

Jay Dixit

Riaz Haque

Riaz Haque

Aiden Heke

Fredy Delgado

C

Aditi Bhagwat

Uelen Oliviera

Kris Dempsey

Ahmad Orya

Matt Perichon

Andrea Ocampo

Sarah Kerr

Darren O’Connor

Vinayak Shenoy