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Supply Chain

Strategies Summit

Heads of industry shared their strategy expertise surrounding the changing world of supply chain management

The Supply Chain Management Strategies ( SCMS ) 6th annual European Summit was held from 7th to 9th November in Berlin at the Maritim proArte Hotel on Friedrichstraße .

The European SCMS Summit provided an international forum for industry leaders to share and discuss the best way to face the many new challenges facing the industry . Delegates were joined in Berlin by industry experts , who offered an unparalleled range of senior leadership case studies and solutions for the sector .
A packed , three-day program of engaging and informative sessions offered attendees a wealth of industry experience and expertise . Delegates were able to experience workable and relatable case studies from the past couple of years , presentations from active senior industry professionals and plenty of networking opportunities .
The summit is now classed as a CPDaccredited event , and as such , attendees gained a certificate of attendance that counts towards professional development .
The key topics for the 2022 summit included food supply chain challenges , the current chip shortage , and discussions surrounding potential ways to create agility to avoid disruption . Additionally , experts discussed workforce disruption , the training of new staff and the adoption of remote auditing as a regular part of the supply chain management process in light of the global new normal .
There were several keynote presentations from notable heads of industry , focused on a range of topics . From advocating for the circular economy to the benefits of developing a strong relationship with customers , delegates had the opportunity to join leaders from across the globe to learn about the latest technologies and strategies .
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