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      Conference Tracks at a Glance

      This year’s conference theme is Insight-Driven Supply Chains: Navigate With Clarity. Act With Precision. As visibility expands, AI turns complexity into insight, helping leaders anticipate shifts, align partners and act with precision. Explore our tracks all developed with this theme in mind.

      Track A: Leadership and Influence

      CSCOs must build influence, lead through transformation, and cultivate adaptive, innovative cultures. Discover actionable strategies to elevate supply chain’s role, empower teams, strengthen executive and cross-functional relationships, and lead resilience, growth and AI transformation for lasting impact.

      Track B: Strategy

      Supply chain leaders face geopolitical disruption, rapid AI advances, resource constraints, sovereignty requirements, and diverging regulations. Explore frameworks to align strategy with enterprise goals, partner needs and external realities, enabling proactive responses to emerging risks and opportunities.

      Track C: Organization and Talent

      AI is reshaping work, leadership, and organizational design while enabling more connected, responsive supply chains. This track provides actionable guidance to build AI-ready organizations, transform the workforce, improve decisions, and sustain performance and growth.
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      Monday, 18 May, 2026

      09:30 AM - 10:15 AM CEST

      Gartner Opening Keynote: Leading Supply Chain Into the Autonomous Era
      Alan O'Keeffe, VP Analyst, Gartner
      While supply chains face new waves of cost pressures and shifting geopolitics, the promise of AI has CEOs pushing for the next wave of growth. In this moment, success demands reimagining how, where and by whom supply chains are operated. Join Gartner’s Opening Keynote to discover how CSCOs and supply chain executives can boldly build tomorrow’s supply chains and lead their companies into the autonomous era. ... Show More Show Less
      Tuesday, 19 May, 2026

      09:00 AM - 09:45 AM CEST

      Guest Keynote: Building an Adaptive Knowledge Practice
      Rahaf Harfoush, Digital Anthropologist and Bestselling Author
      As AI-driven tools become more powerful, the ability to engage in critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and deep learning is becoming a competitive advantage. However, if we are not intentional about how we engage with these technologies, we risk passively accepting AI-generated outputs rather than developing the skills to challenge, refine, and build upon them. Rahaf explores how individuals and organizations can build an Adaptive Knowledge Practice—a structured approach to learning that ensures curiosity, critical thinking, and strategic knowledge application remain at the core of professional development. She delves into the cognitive shifts needed to transition from passive consumption to active mastery, offering insights on how leaders can foster a culture of deliberate learning and intellectual agility. ... Show More Show Less

      04:30 PM - 05:15 PM CEST

      Guest Keynote: The Future of Human Connectivity
      Simone Heng, Human Connection Specialist and Award Winning Author, Guest Keynote Speaker
      In a world increasingly shaped by digital transformation, the way we connect as humans is evolving at an unprecedented pace. Join renowned human connection expert Simone Heng as she explores the future of authentic relationships in the context of identity and access management. Drawing on her global research and compelling storytelling, Simone will illuminate how organizations and individuals can foster trust, belonging, and meaningful connection—even as technology redefines our interactions. ... Show More Show Less
      Wednesday, 20 May, 2026

      09:00 AM - 09:45 AM CEST

      Guest Keynote: Winning Beyond The Court - The Power of Authenticity, Vulnerability and Perspective
      Dylan Alcott, Australian of the Year 2022, Disability Advocate & Wheelchair Tennis Icon
      Dylan is the epitome of making the most out of the situation you are given, and thrives on showing others the importance of focusing on the things that can control in order to live a full and incredible life. Dylan is a firm believer in the idea that you have to buy a ticket to win the raffle, and tells stories of the importance of pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone in order to achieve your dreams. This session is offered live only, and replay will not be available. ... Show More Show Less

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