Recent disruptions have confirmed that modern supply chains must be built on a more resilient foundation. Not just to help manage risk, but to be better positioned to deal with and even gain advantage from disruptions. Along these lines, the notion of agility is also gaining ground in order to quickly adjust supply chain tactics. The question is: can our supply chains be both at the same time? Join this in-depth discussion as we explore the importance of building robust and responsive supply chains to act as a competitive advantage in 2022 and beyond. In this session, you will learn about: – How organizations need to think beyond the current paradigms of supply chain planning and decisioning – Balancing the need for cost optimization with agility and resiliency – The role of continuous supply chain design as a means to be both agile and resilient – Technology implications to support a continuous design approach Featured Panelists: Lora Cecere, Founder, Supply Chain Insights Madhav Durbha, VP of Supply Chain Strategy, Coupa Scott W Luton, Founder, CEO & Host of Supply Chain Now

Stories of supply chain disruption have dominated the headlines and confirmed that modern supply chains must be built on a more resilient foundation. At the same time, we’re in an age of rapid digital transformation and businesses are all racing to modernize systems to deliver that just-on-time service customers have come to expect. As a result, data accessibility and visibility of supply chain processes have become critical. However, many businesses remain stuck in a maze of outdated legacy systems and siloed information. As we move from a linear supply chain model to a more dynamic, digital, and collaborative model, shouldn’t your data framework act in the same way? Peak season amplifies existing fulfillment challenges, and introduces new ones. E-commerce companies need the flexibility to scale up quickly to meet increased demand. Join John Evans and Will Allen with 6 River Systems and Scott Luton and Greg White with Supply Chain Now to learn how you can: – Empower your labor force and increase their productivity – Manage seasonal spikes in demand – Improve customer satisfaction and retention Plus, learn how Crocs successfully tackled a surge in demand by popping up a warehouse just in time for peak.