There’s proof in the panel- learn from esteemed purchasing and supply chain management professionals on how they drove their business forward through the COVID-19 disruption (and continue to do so). These pros will discuss predictions for the future of supply chain as we embark on the “new world,” proven best practices they have employed – including engaging the group purchasing organization (GPO) model, and why leveraging a GPO will prove to be crucial among leading supply chains. The panel will discuss: -Core challenges their supply chain faced in 2020, lessons learned, and how they overcame great disruption -Procurement’s role in enabling the supply chain -Best practices on implementing their version of supply chain success -How to operate in 2021, the future of supply chain management in the “new world” As supply chains continue to move forward in a still unstable environment, these proven success stories will help guide continuous value improvement in the supply chain.

With economic changes on the horizon, the 2025 supply chain must be ready to adapt to commercial and economic trends that will shape—and sometimes steer—the industry. While certain disruptions are inevitable, businesses can still minimize vulnerabilities and seize opportunities with the right strategic approach. In this session, we’ll leverage insights from Enable’s State of Volume Rebates Survey to discuss how supply chain leaders can remain proactive rather than reactive in the year ahead. We’ll examine key commercial forces that are expected to influence supply chains, from evolving pricing and rebate management to strategic procurement practices that enhance resilience and drive growth. Attendees will leave with a practical toolbox to make their business less of a passenger and more of a driver in 2025.