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Bits, Bites and Bubbles: The Rethink! Smart SCM Europe Evening Networking Dinner

Do you want to network with your peers? Do you want to digest the day and your key findings? Do you want to sit back & connect with your new acquaintances? Relax after the first conference day and begin with drinks, food and bubbly networking. The simply perfect combination of an inspiring atmosphere and theRead more

(B) STREAM Case Study: From Data to Business Success – Tetrapak’s Digital Transformation

Digital transformation is a critical topic for companies aiming to enhance their competitiveness. In this presentation, Kristian Antonsson from Tetrapak shares insights into a comprehensive digitalization initiative undertaken by the company over the past years. The focus was on leveraging production data to explore new business areas and models. Tetrapak successfully developed innovative software fromRead more

Case Study: Supply Chain Management in the Context of the Urban Air Mobility Market – Challenges and Strategies for Rolls-Royce

This presentation provides insight into Rolls-Royce’s supply chain management strategies in the context of its entry into the emerging urban air mobility market. It sheds light on the challenges and opportunities in areas such as cost and value engineering, scaling prototypes to mass production, and the importance of sustainability in the supply chain, particularly throughRead more

Case Study: Cybersecurity Trends in 2023 from an IIoT and Digital Transformation Perspectives

Planing and implementing zero-trust frameworks How to achive Data security and privacy Improving the cybersecurity workforce Implementing a Cybersecurity in IIoTRead more

Case Study: Green Logistics – How a strong data foundation ​makes frontrunners in ​decarbonization​

The logistics sector remains one of the few industries with rising emissions, facing the urgent challenge of cutting CO2e emissions by 80% between 2015 and 2050 to align with global climate targets. The driving forces behind the pressure to reduce emissions are manifold: regulatory pressure such as the CSRD and the EU taxonomy, rising costsRead more

(2) CHALLENGE YOUR PEERS: How can Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT) be effectively integrated to achieve significant business outcomes?

Integration and Value Addition – What specific steps are necessary to integrate AI and IIOT into a company’s value chain? What added values can be generated through this integration? Challenges and Solutions – What typical challenges arise during the development and implementation of deep tech solutions? How can these challenges be overcome? Real-World Applications –Read more

Case Study: How to successfully implement AI-based solutions in planning and production?

Beyond the 6-step model for the introduction of an AI model (problem description-data selection-model selection-validation-implementation-improvement), we want to discuss together how AI models can usefully complement the demanding tasks of a supply chain planner, a production controller and a production supervisor and how the interaction between AI and humans can be successful. In this session,Read more

(A) STREAM Case Study: From Challenge to Solution Through Intelligent Automation

In this presentation, we explore the transformative journey from challenges to solutions using intelligent automation. By delving into real-world examples and case studies, we uncover how organizations can tailor and deploy automation strategies to tackle industry-specific hurdles. From logistics intricacies to workforce dynamics, we dissect the delicate balance required for successful implementation. In this sessionRead more

Panel Discussion: How can we use smart technologies and innovative approaches to create an agile and sustainable supply chain that adapts to the ever-changing demands of the market and the growing expectations of customers?

In a world characterised by increasing complexity, volatility and uncertainty, the supply chain is facing major challenges. This panel discussion will focus on the latest trends and technologies that have the potential to revolutionise the supply chain. Experts from various industries will discuss best practices, challenges and future perspectives in order to jointly develop solutionsRead more