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SCOPE 3PL / Distribution is the perfect track for executives from organizations that manage outsourced supply chains and distribution facilities. The focus of the track explores ways to optimize complex distibution networks in the face of ever increasing costs and the challenges presented by a turbulant global economy. Relevant industries include: 3PLs, Freight Carriers, Transportation companies and Shippers. The educational program consists of 4 distinct elements to deliver a thorough, in-depth learning experience at the show: 1) Plenary Presentations given by thought leaders from the supply chain industry. 2) Roundtable discussions that provide an interactive, peer on peer learning experience and benchmarking opportunity. 3) Case Studies co-presented with customers looking at how some of the industry's leading solutions providers have solved their customer's toughest challenges. 4) Pre-Booked Appointments with industry leading suppliers of solutions in which you have an active interest in researching. Wednesday 12:00 pm Optional Networking round of golf. Bears Best Las Vegas. 6:00 – 8:00 pm Registration and Welcome Cocktail Reception, Veranda Thursday 7:30 – 9:00 am Breakfast, Pavilion Ballroom 8:00 – 8:50 am Keynote Address, Panel Discussion, Pavilion Ballroom “Lessons from the Leaders: Exploration of Strategies and Best Practices of organizations on the AMR Research Supply Chain Top 25.” Organizations on the AMR Research Supply Chain Top 25 list have weathered the economic downturn much better than most through a combination of greater supply chain agility and a focus on demand driven operational and innovational excellence. This Keynote Panel explores some of the supply chain strategies and best practices these organizations deployed to help them out perform the market in the downturn and position for aggressive gains as the economy improves. The discussion focuses around four end-to-end supply chain capabilities that are driving their demand-driven transformation priorities:
Moderator: Roddy Martin, SVP Value Chain, AMR Research Panelists: Jesus Lorente, Director Global Supply Chain, Unilever; Shekar Natarajan, Director of Supply Chain Operations, Pepsi Bottling Co; Mark Vollrath, Director Global Supply Chain Strategy and Systems, Colgate Palmolive Compay; Anand Stanley, Director Supplier Development, United Technologies Corporation 9:00 – 11:00 am Targeted research supplier meetings in the Main Exhibit Hall in the Red Rock Ballroom This element of the event provides the most targeted and time efficient medium to research the latest technology and innovation from the industry's premier suppliers. We will customize an appointment schedule based on your unique profile of interests to connect you with industry leading suppliers best placed to deliver real competitive advantage to your organization. Appointments are in 25 minute windows and in each case you will be met by a senior level executive for a relaxed open discussion on how their solutions may be put to work for your unique needs and requirements. The format delivers a focused and productive medium for executives to conduct due diligence and research of available solutions, increase knowledge of cutting edge technology and expand their network of influential senior level executives from the industry's premier suppliers. 11:00 – 12:00 pm “Lessons Learned in Executing a New WMS” Program will provide the lessons learned in the sourcing, selecting and implementation of a new WMS by a 3PL. We Pack Logistics, LP, is a 3PL provider specializing in consumer packaged goods offering services of warehousing, contract packaging, and transportation. Holland Harper, General Manager, We Pack Logistics Co-presented with Manhattan Associates 12:00 – 1:00 pm “Labor Management: To Be or Not to Be, Selecting a Labor Management System” This seminar examines the factors that Martin Bros. used in selecting a Labor Management System and provider, the expected returns Martin Bros. was looking for, and how they are fairing in reality against their expectations. Additionally, this seminar will give a general overview of labor management systems including definitions, terminology, and benefits. Ethan DeWall, Director of Warehousing, Martin Brothers Co-presented with TZA Consulting 1:00 – 2:00 pm Gourmet Lunch 2:00 – 3:00 pm Joe DeSantis, Senior Director of Supply Chain Operations, Office Depot 3:00 – 4:00 pm “Hot Issues and Strategies in Supply Chain Contracts” This presentation is for supply chain executives responsible for relationships with customers or service providers or for negotiating and managing related contracts. Key issues in contracts such as pricing, duration, liabilities and many others will be covered, as well as strategies and alternatives to close a deal and manage it successfully thereafter. Remy A. Rodas, Partner, Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP 4:00 – 6:00 pm Targeted research supplier meetings in the Main Exhibit Hall in the Red Rock Ballroom This element of the event provides the most targeted and time efficient medium to research the latest technology and innovation from the industry's premier suppliers. We will customize an appointment schedule based on your unique profile of interests to connect you with industry leading suppliers best placed to deliver real competitive advantage to your organization. Appointments are in 25 minute windows and in each case you will be met by a senior level executive for a relaxed open discussion on how their solutions may be put to work for your unique needs and requirements The format delivers a focused and productive medium for executives to conduct due diligence and research of available solutions, increase knowledge of cutting edge technology and expand their network of influential senior level executives from the industry's premier suppliers. 6:00 – 7:30 pm Networking Drinks Reception, Veranda 7:30pm Gala Dinner, Pavilion Ballroom Friday 7:30 – 9:00 am Breakfast, Pavilion Ballroom 8:00 – 8:45 am Keynote Address, Pavilion Ballroom
This discussion, using a panel-format, will provide insight into what companies are doing to respond to the challenges companies face today in the area of supply-demand balancing: Short-term, demand variability is at an all-time high, across many industries: both internal and competitor promotions are more frequent and broader, regional and local sales challenges from economic factors are more widespread and product/sku’s continue to proliferate as companies seek to continue revenue growth. At the same time, supplies are leaner than ever, as companies focus on not being left with excess inventory due to the same factors described above. Furthermore, raw materials costs have been rising, and are expected to continue to rise, forcing companies to operate with the most ‘lean’ inventories. As both demand variability and supply constraints increase, this creates more opportunities than ever before for companies to be ‘out of balance’, which can lead to eroded margins, excess inventory, lost sales due to stock-outs, and sales, marketing, finance and operations to not be in alignment. Long-term, companies are also looking for ways to be ready for economic recovery, and are looking for ways to gain competitive advantages during this time, driving the need for advanced scenario management, with balanced contingency plans for either weak, medium or strong recovery. Oracle Integrated Business Planning offers companies the ability to solve out-of-balance issues sooner, get back into balance faster and ultimately increase revenue and profitability through maintaining a real-time, continuously balanced plan. Panel Includes: Guy Yehiav, VP Sales & Strategy, Value Supply Chain Planning, Oracle; Randall Wood, Vice President, Leggett& Platt, Inc.; Karen LaBombarda, Former Director of Sales Planning, Electronic Arts Moderator: Roddy Martin, SVP Value Chain, AMR Research 9:00 – 10:00 am "The Supply Chain: Preparing for Tomorrow Means Managing Today" Supply chain collaboration is happening with or without you, and how a company manages its supply chain today will determine its fate tomorrow. With marketplace growing more competitive every day, proper inventory and warehouse management is essential not only for streamlining operations but also for boosting revenues. Rick Franklin, Corporate Director of Operations, Komyo America/Honda Logistics Co-presented with Jim Burleigh, CEO, Smartturn 10:00 – 11:00 pm “Planning Technology for your New Warehouse” Schwabe NA recently faced the challenge of combining two businesses into a single location. This presentation will focus on the steps required to select the site, the processes and the technologies required for a new consolidated US DC to combine their two US manufacturing and distribution centers. Tom has over 30 years in distribution experience and was the lead individual in leading the selection of the new site and the design of the facility. Tom Krajewski, Director of Distribution and Manufacturing, Scwabe NA Co-Presented with Dan Hanrahan, Business Development Manager, The Numina Group 11:00 – 12:00 pm "Want to save money and the environment? Rail is more than meets the eye……." James Cairns, AVP Domestic Intermodal & Ground Transportation, CN 12:00 – 1:00 pm “Logistics in the End to End Supply Chain is a Demand-driven Transformation Opportunity”
Roddy Martin, Senior VP Value Chain, AMR Research Gourmet Lunch 2:00 – 3:00 pm Birds of a Feather Round Table Discussion: “What is the state of play in your industry sector and what issues should be considered for a comeback plan?” This session is designed to connect you with peers in your immediate industry sector for a targeted benchmarking, networking and brainstorming session. The focus of the discussion revolves around sharing perspective on how your industry sector is in terms of the downturn and recovery. You’ll then have the opportunity to share insights on what are key points to address in a recovery / comeback plan. Table groups include: Food and Beverage, Retail, Apparel, Electrical Consumer Goods, Personal Care Products, Consumer Manufacturing, Industrial Manufacturing, Utilities, Distributors, 3PL, Healthcare. 3:00 – 4:00 pm Closing Keynote Panel Discussion
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