Greg Kress talks about MFG & Shapeways; enabling manufacturers to digitize; the challenges in a fast-paced market; and why AI will transform manufacturing

[06.14] The challenges within traditional manufacturing that led to the creation of Shapeways, and how the brand tackles those challenges for its customers.

[08.42] A deeper dive into Shapeways, and the two core halves of its operation.

[13.03] How strategic partnerships allow MFG to manufacture on-demand, and deliver world-class metrics for their clients.

[16.30] The landscape of global manufacturing, and how Shapeways is driving change through its MFG platform.

[23.07] The importance of customization in today’s fast-paced market, and some of the innovative ways MFG has helped customers with complex customization needs.

[25.18] The ideal customer for MFG; how they work together; the key benefits; and why MFG was designed to support customers across multiple industries.

[30.58] An overview of membership options with MFG, and a look at what onboarding and integration look like.

[32.57] The quoting process with MFG and how AI, visibility, and communication are vastly improving the process.

[35.27] A closer look at MFG’s 3D model viewer, and how interactive visualization improves the manufacturing process.

[36.53] The future of the manufacturing industry, the impact of COVID, and Greg’s take on some of the impacts we’re going to see as a result of industry transformation.

[42.35] The future for Shapeways and MFG.

The panel discusses anxiety; physical and mental triggers and symptoms; how we can support others; and the resources and techniques that worked for them.

Yifat Baror talks about Osa Commerce; how e-commerce is changing the industry; combining the power of collaboration & visibility; and tackling data chaos

[04.55] Yifat’s entrepreneurial journey and why she co-founded Osa.

[08.40] The current landscape of e-commerce, and how it has changed over the past few years.

[10.14] An overview of Osa – who they are, what they do, and how they help their customers.

[11.53] The ideal client for Osa.

[13.48] A closer look at the Osa platform, and the different ways that customers can engage with it.   

[15.18] From data-driven decision-making to risk management, how Osa are using #ai to deliver big benefits for their clients.

[16.55] A case study detailing how Osa helped a key client to achieve connectivity, helping them to access new markets quickly and efficiently, reduce their #logistics costs by 15% and increase revenue by 20%.

[20.03] The current challenges when it comes to data, and why Osa’s mission is to tackle data chaos in the supply chain.

[21.44] Osa’s vision for the future of data, and how they’re innovating to make that vision a reality.

[23.12] What onboarding and #integration look like with Osa.

[25.05] The risk that comes alongside data integration and #digitization, the importance of #cybersecurity, and what supply chain professionals need to think about when they’re driving #digitaltransformation transformation projects.

[29.00] The importance of staying one step ahead, and how Osa are helping their clients to achieve a competitive advantage.

[31.25] The future for Osa.

Holly Pearce talks about her career so far; the changing landscape of logistics; swapping teaching for studying; and why she’s a self-confessed supply chain champion. Plus, she’ll be sharing her experiences as a woman in supply chain, as well as her words of advice for all of the women following in her footsteps

[04.55] Yifat’s entrepreneurial journey and why she co-founded Osa.

[08.40] The current landscape of e-commerce, and how it has changed over the past few years.

[10.14] An overview of Osa – who they are, what they do, and how they help their customers.

[11.53] The ideal client for Osa.

[13.48] A closer look at the Osa platform, and the different ways that customers can engage with it.   

[15.18] From data-driven decision-making to risk management, how Osa are using #ai to deliver big benefits for their clients.

[16.55] A case study detailing how Osa helped a key client to achieve connectivity, helping them to access new markets quickly and efficiently, reduce their #logistics costs by 15% and increase revenue by 20%.

[20.03] The current challenges when it comes to data, and why Osa’s mission is to tackle data chaos in the supply chain.

[21.44] Osa’s vision for the future of data, and how they’re innovating to make that vision a reality.

[23.12] What onboarding and #integration look like with Osa.

[25.05] The risk that comes alongside data integration and #digitization, the importance of #cybersecurity, and what supply chain professionals need to think about when they’re driving #digitaltransformation transformation projects.

[29.00] The importance of staying one step ahead, and how Osa are helping their clients to achieve a competitive advantage.

[31.25] The future for Osa.

Martin Lew talks about Commtrex and what they do; the challenges and opportunities in rail; empowering shippers through choice and connectivity; and why transloading is the future of the industry.

[06.00] Martin’s background and his vision for Commtrex.

[08.34] Why businesses move freight by rail and the key opportunities within this mode.

[11.18] The evolution of Commtrex; the major shift happening in the workforce; how these generational changes impact rail; and the importance of technology in bridging the gap.

[17.24] The ideal client for Commtrex. 

[22.18] How Commtrex helps their clients to move into new markets and diversify, saving one brand 18-22% across each lane and giving leverage to shippers struggling with carrier service levels.

[29.22] What onboarding and integration look like with Commtrex, and the infrastructure fundamentals to consider when using rail.

[35.08] A closer look at Commtrex’s consulting services.

[38.35] Sustainability and the positive impact of rail.

[41.24] The future for Commtrex.

Rik Walters tells us all about GoFreight; visibility, and its impact on margins; creating memorable customer experiences; and leveling the playing field for SMBs

[07.34] An overview of GoFreight – who they are, what they do, and how they help their customers.

[09.05] The ideal client for GoFreight.

[10.43] How GoFreight was founded with small and medium-sized businesses in mind, and why it’s so important to empower smaller brands to make it easier to start, run and grow businesses. [14.47] A closer look at GoFreight’s freight forwarding management software, and the key customer benefits.

[19.03] GoFreight’s container tracking system, the visibility it brings for its customers and customers’ customers, and the impact of that visibility at a business level. [22.52] The impact of demurrage, detention, and per diem fines on squeezed margins, and how GoFreight can help reduce fines and maximize this area of opportunity.

[24.57] Why GoFreight values ‘customer obsession’ and ‘customer trust’, why focusing on customer experience is so important, and what success can look like when businesses have a genuinely customer-centric approach.

[27.42] What freight forwarders should be thinking about and the strategies should they be adopting, to bolster their supply chain management, as we enter the second half of 2023.

[29.13] What onboarding and integration look like with GoFreight.

[32.12] A case study showing how GoFreight helped a key client to move away from a system that wasn’t working, helping them save time and money, and improve efficiency.

[34.59] The future for GoFreight.

The panel discusses what seniority means to them; how it differs from leadership; the importance of job titles; & their experiences of good and bad leadership.

Bill Catania talks about OneRail; the challenges & opportunities around capacity; & why he believes that technology can’t change all outcomes, but people can[06.16] Bill’s entrepreneurial journey and the shopping experience that led him to establish OneRail.

[08.30] The concept behind the name ‘OneRail,’ and the expertise and fresh perspectives being injected into supply chain by people coming in from other industries - just like Bill. [11.18] The ideal client for OneRail. [13.54] The key challenges OneRail customers are facing, and how OneRail develops solutions to tackle them. [15.13] A closer look at OneRail’s integrated network and its benefits. [16.04] The challenges and #opportunities around capacity; building partnerships that meet a need; and how OneRail operates as a true extension of its customers. [22.18] What visibility means to OneRail; the importance of creating the best customer experiences; and how OneRail is helping clients to evolve their fulfillment infrastructures to provide an Amazon-level experience. [23.58] OneRail’s approach to exception management, and the benefit to be found in empowering people with #technology. [25.21] A case study showing how OneRail helped a key customer that was struggling to offer expedited delivery across their network. Within one year, OneRail got them live with a 98% on-time rate, in all 120 warehouses, and with a 20% reduction in transportation costs. [28.18] What onboarding and #integration look like with OneRail. [30.45] The future for OneRail.

Brian Bourke talks about how the pandemic changed last mile delivery – the challenges; opportunities; & how SEKO is enhancing customer experience

[06.49] An introduction to Brian and SEKO. [08.20] How the pandemic impacted supply chain, boosted #e-commerce, and changed #last-mile delivery forever. [10.32] The importance of real-time feedback, like reviews and star ratings; and how that customer experience data is pulling supply chain teams together with other business areas, such as marketing and finance, to enhance collaboration and improve strategy. [12.56] A closer look at the emerging market trends for 2023, and the reverse bullwhip effect the industry is experiencing as it settles, post-pandemic. [16.53] From diversifying sourcing to improved #collaboration, what companies can do to prepare themselves for the unexpected. [21.02] The power of #partnership; why it can bring benefits across multiple business areas other than just supply chain; and what it’s like to partner with SEKO. [26.18] The importance of offering different delivery options, and using that data to test and experiment. [30.02] Why the word ‘visibility’ is over-used, and what it means for last-mile delivery. [34.51] The future for SEKO.

Seretha Willingham talks about her career; swapping the corporate world for entrepreneurship; scaling a business during a pandemic; & the secret to her success

[06.49] An introduction to Brian and SEKO. [08.20] How the pandemic impacted supply chain, boosted #e-commerce, and changed #last-mile delivery forever. [10.32] The importance of real-time feedback, like reviews and star ratings; and how that customer experience data is pulling supply chain teams together with other business areas, such as marketing and finance, to enhance collaboration and improve strategy. [12.56] A closer look at the emerging market trends for 2023, and the reverse bullwhip effect the industry is experiencing as it settles, post-pandemic. [16.53] From diversifying sourcing to improved #collaboration, what companies can do to prepare themselves for the unexpected. [21.02] The power of #partnership; why it can bring benefits across multiple business areas other than just supply chain; and what it’s like to partner with SEKO. [26.18] The importance of offering different delivery options, and using that data to test and experiment. [30.02] Why the word ‘visibility’ is over-used, and what it means for last-mile delivery. [34.51] The future for SEKO.