Welcome, introductions and agenda overview with Dan Phillips from Industry IoT (organisers).

From trade wars to pandemics and climate shocks, global supply chains are under unprecedented pressure. As organizations navigate this new era of constant disruption, many are rethinking long-held assumptions about globalization, sourcing, and resilience.

This session examines how geopolitical shifts are reshaping supply chain strategies, what the next wave of disruption might bring, and how leaders can build operations that are both agile and future-ready.

Speaker: Dr Abhi Ghadge, Associate Professor, Supply Chain Management at Cranfield School of Management

As manufacturers embrace Industry 4.0 technologies, the ability to control and protect data across global operations is becoming a critical competitive differentiator. With rising geopolitical tensions, stricter data localization laws, and growing cybersecurity threats, data sovereignty is no longer just a compliance issue—it’s a strategic imperative.

This session explores how leading manufacturers are rethinking their data architectures, balancing global collaboration with local control, and turning regulatory challenges into operational advantages.

Speakers:

- Nicholas Jephcott, Head of Automotive & Manufacturing, T-Systems Northern Europe

- Peter Hecht, Marketing Director & Sustainability Lead, T-Systems Northern Europe

Take a moment to connect, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships during this Networking Break. This is your opportunity to engage with industry peers, speakers, and thought leaders in a relaxed setting.

Enjoy refreshments while fostering meaningful discussions that can spark new collaborations and insights.

As global supply chains face mounting disruptions—from geopolitical tensions to climate-related events—the ability to balance sustainability and resilience has become a defining competitive edge.

This panel brings together industry leaders to explore how embedding sustainable practices into operations can reduce risk, enhance agility, and create long-term value. Expect real-world insights on aligning Scope 3 goals with resilience strategies, leveraging technology to future-proof operations, and rethinking traditional trade-offs between efficiency, cost, and impact.

Panelists Include:

• Eszter Haberl, Sustainbility Director at Tenneco

• Roger Hayes, Head of Digital Manufacturing at Rolls-Royce

• Nicholas Jephcott, Head of Industry at T-Systems

Speaker: Peter Dent, Senior Director - APS Program Lead at Astrazeneca

As supply chains grow more complex and disruptions more frequent, the gap between planning and execution has become a critical challenge for pharma leaders. This session explores how end-to-end transformation—integrating people, processes, and technology—can create a more responsive, agile, and resilient supply chain.

Learn how Astrazeneca are breaking down silos, leveraging real-time data, and aligning global planning with on-the-ground execution to deliver for patients in an increasingly volatile world.

Enjoy a refreshing break over lunch while connecting with fellow attendees, speakers, and industry leaders. This is the perfect opportunity to exchange ideas, share insights, and build new partnerships in a relaxed and engaging atmosphere.

In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, supply chains must be more than just efficient—they need to be resilient, sustainable, and intelligent. This keynote explores how digital technologies such as AI, IoT, and advanced analytics are transforming traditional value chains into connected ecosystems.

Discover practical strategies to enhance visibility, drive sustainability goals, and enable agile decision-making that future-proofs supply networks against disruption.

The race to Net Zero has become a boardroom priority, but for most organiSations, the biggest hurdle lies in the supply chain—where up to 90% of emissions originate.

This keynote cuts through the noise to confront the gap between ambitious climate pledges and the operational reality of decarbonizing complex, global networks. We’ll explore embedding sustainability into procurement, logistics, and supplier partnerships, leveraging technology and data to drive measurable impact.

Gain practical insights and bold strategies to move beyond incremental change and lead your industriy toward true climate resilience.