Speaker Bio
David Gonzalez is a Vice President Analyst in the Logistics, Customer Fulfillment and Network Design Team. Based in the EMEA region, he has more than 30 years of experience managing and executing regional and international supply chains and logistics functions. Over that period, he has worked in the service, manufacturing and retail sectors, with organizations ranging from global logistics service providers, chemical and engineering manufacturer, and leading global retailers. David has, so far, published and contributed to more than 300 research articles on the topics of logistics and supply chains ranging from outsourcing best practices, vendor analysis and selection, talent and transformation, organization design, performance metrics and future trends and outlooks. David is a prolific contributor to trade and main stream press on the topic of logistics, a regular feature at Gartner´s annual supply chain Symposiums both in North America and Europe and highly trusted and sort after advisor and confident to Logistics Leaders.
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Sessions
Monday, 18 May, 2026
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM CEST
What CSCOs Are Looking for in a Logistics Strategy
David Gonzalez,
VP Analyst, Gartner
CSCOs delegate the task of creating a logistics strategy to their logistics leaders, remaining accountable for its success and responsible for its failures. Join this session and uncover how, as a logistics leader, you know what fundamental components to include, and how to create and align a strategy that underpins the goals of the business and needs of the CSCO.
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Tuesday, 19 May, 2026
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM CEST
Workshop: Logistics SLA Wellness Check
David Gonzalez,
VP Analyst, Gartner
Matthew Beckett,
Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Learn how to identify and leverage the key elements of logistics service level agreements to build resilient, purpose-driven relationships in an increasingly complex logistics environment. This session will provide actionable guidance on creating and refining service-level agreements and commercial terms.
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Tuesday, 19 May, 2026
12:30 PM - 01:00 PM CEST
Unpacking the Top 5 Logistics Predicts for 2026 — The Future Is Bullish Not Bearish
David Gonzalez,
VP Analyst, Gartner
Logistics has become a competitive differentiator. CSCOs need their logistics leaders to contribute to profitable growth by increasing efficiencies and optimizing customer service. To accomplish this, logistics leaders must convert short-term gains and invest in capabilities that create and unlock long-term benefits. Join this session and learn our latest logistics predictions.
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