TECHNOLOGY DISRUPTION IN THE SUPPLY CHAIN

Blockchain, Internet of Things, Industry 4.0, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Robotics are all technologies business leaders are trying to make sense of today. Learn from international and local experts on the technological disruptions that are shaping our domestic and international supply chains.

STANDARDS IN FREIGHT AND LOGISTICS

A panel session of key transport operators and customers discussing freight visibility, productivity and efficient e-fulfilment to create an excellent customer experience. We will discuss the National Freight & Supply Chain strategy and why Australia needs one and the benefits of adopting standards in the digitalisation of the freight sector.

TRACEABILITY AND SAFETY TRENDS

The ability to track and trace the history of products and shipments is becoming a foundational business capabity for businesses to survive in today's economy. Whether it be fighting illicit trade, ensuring safety, supporting claims and meeting local or international regulations. Learn how GS1 standards are providing the foundations for global traceability systems with support from industry, solution providers and regulators.

DIGITAL COMMERCE

Learn how engaging consumer focused product content, efficient fulfilment, accurate product master data and product discovery is being improved by businesses around the world through the use of standards and the benefits they are seeing.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Innovation and automation, the new world of supply chain. What does best practice look like and what’s on the horizon? Global and local industry leaders will share their insights on the changing landscape. They will also discuss how data management has become the central ingredient to most effectively manage products throughout the supply chain lifecycle for traditional retail and Ecommerce platforms.

ONLINE RETAIL

We’ll explore some of the current trends impacting organisations’ digital channel execution, customer experience and inventory visibility as well as leveraging the power and reach of marketplaces. The session will address business considerations for small businesses as well as large enterprises.

HEALTHCARE

With increased focus on ‘digitizing’ healthcare, the continued emphasis on safety and the need for efficiency improvement, bridging the gaps between the supply chain and other parts of the health ecosystem has never been more important. To meet the challenges of traceability, interoperability, data, global harmonisation and the demand of tomorrow's ‘digital’ healthcare, real collaboration is crucial. This session is designed to bring together stakeholders and thought leaders to support our transformation process.

RAIL

Time to "Get on Board":  Project i-TRACE is steaming ahead; rail industry leaders have delivered a clear message that 2019 is the year to Get on Board with i-TRACE. Be prepared to be informed, educated and inspired as the industry comes together to discuss this important digitalisation initiative.