From Boring to Boardroom

  • 7 september 2023
  • 09.00-16.30
  • SPACE, Stockholm

Supply chain has always been a crucial aspect of business operations, but recent global events have highlighted just how critical it truly is.

It’s safe to say that supply chain has shifted from being a boring issue to become frequently discussed in the boardrooms. And as companies face new and complex challenges, supply chain professionals and leaders are being called upon to find innovative solutions and ensure the efficient flow of goods and services.

Companies that see and make good use of the opportunities presented in this new supply chain era can achieve significant competitive advantages now and in the future.

Join us at the Optilon Supply Chain Conference 2023! Learn from experts, supply chain leaders, and discover innovative solutions to help you stay ahead of the game!

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Why Optilon Supply Chain Conference 2023?

Knowledge & insights

Take part in trends and insights from industry profiles, experts and leaders. Get answers and solutions to problems. Numerous sessions for supply chain professionals and leaders about the industry’s challenges and opportunities.

Inspiration

What are the current challenges and possibilities out there? What are other companies doing? What lessons have they learned? What can we achieve together? Let yourself be inspired!

Networking

Meet all the supply chain professionals and leaders in one place.  Broaden your network, broaden your horizons and initiate future business. At the Optilon Supply Chain Conference 2023, we want to bring people together to contribute to the development of a highly important and successful supply chain industry.

Meet our 2023 speakers.

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Christina Boutrup

THE CHINA FACTOR – HOW CHINA SHAPES THE FUTURE OF TRADE

How should European companies navigate this uncertainty and what are the most important trends to be aware of?

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Katarina Blomkvist

Building the supply chains of tomorrow

Keys and insights on how to build brave, innovative, and competitive firms, where supply chain management is at center.

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Jesper Metz, H&M

How Supply Chain Analytics create clarity and E2E optimization

Learn from H&M’s approach and discover how to create clarity and optimize end-to-end operations amidst increasing complexity.

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Danica Kragic, KTH

Machine learning, Artificial intelligence, Robotics: hopes and challenges for the future

AI, robotics, and machine learning are revolutionizing every industry and affecting our daily lives. Explore the current state of these technologies, their impact on society, and ethical concerns surrounding their use.

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Nicklas Jonsson, Exeger

Powerfoyle - Doing what has never been done before

As we enter an era of heightened environmental awareness, the need for sustainable, innovative solutions has never been greater.

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Patrik Johansson, Stora Enso

How to drive and challenge a Global Traditional company in Supply Chain innovation

In this keynote Patrik speaks about the exciting supply chain development projects done at Stora Enso and how he goes about delivering results that constantly exceed expectations.

 

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Unni Olldén, Synsam Group

Panel Discussion: Supply Chain – From Boring to Boardroom

How has the interest increased from the top management and board level, when it comes to supply chain over the last years? Which lessons have the last years brought us? What kind of consistent changes have been made in businesses to meet the new needs?

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Gabriella Norén, AIRA

Panel Discussion: Supply Chain – From Boring to Boardroom

How has the interest increased from the top management and board level, when it comes to supply chain over the last years? Which lessons have the last years brought us? What kind of consistent changes have been made in businesses to meet the new needs?

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Richard Molin, Höganäs

Panel Discussion: Supply Chain – From Boring to Boardroom

How has the interest increased from the top management and board level, when it comes to supply chain over the last years? Which lessons have the last years brought us? What kind of consistent changes have been made in businesses to meet the new needs?

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Jens Stenquist, Optilon

Panel Discussion: Supply Chain – From Boring to Boardroom

How has the interest increased from the top management and board level, when it comes to supply chain over the last years? Which lessons have the last years brought us? What kind of consistent changes have been made in businesses to meet the new needs?

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Conference moderator

Sabinije von Gaffke

Praised and awarded Communications Catalyst, Moderator, Speaker, TV Host, Impact Diplomat and Entrepreneur.

Head of Sustainability and Global Partnerships at Planet IX/Nibiru Studios & The Planet Nine Foundation.

Founder of IMPACTFULNESS Ventures.
TV Host of global talk show: ‘It’s TIME’
Alumnus of Singularity University ‘Executive Leadership’ 2019.
Winner of category ‘TV Host of the Year 2022′

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From Boring to Boardroom

Join us at the Optilon Supply Chain Conference 2023! Learn from experts, supply chain leaders, and discover innovative solutions to help you stay ahead of the game!

  • 7 september 2023
  • 09.00-16.30
  • SPACE, Stockholm
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Agenda

Schedule for the day

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08:30 - 09:30

Registration and breakfast

09:30 - 09:40

Welcome to Optilon Supply Chain Conference 2023!

09:40 -10:30

Christina Boutrup

The China Factor; How China shapes the future of trade

10:30 -11:00

Coffee break

11:00 -11:30

Patrik Johansson, Stora Enso

How to drive and challenge a Global Traditional company in Supply Chain innovation

11:30 -12:00

Jesper Metz, H&M

How supply chain analytics create clarity and E2E optimization

12:00 -13:00

Lunch

13:00 -13:45

Danica Kragic, KTH

Machine learning, artificial intelligence, robotics: Hopes and challenges for the future

13:45 -14:15

Nicklas Jonsson, Exeger

Powerfoyle – Doing what has never been done before

14:15 -14:45

Coffee break

14:45 -15:15

Panel discussion: Supply Chain – From Boring to Boardroom

Unni Olldén (Synsam Group), Richard Molin (Höganäs), Gabriella Norén (AIRA) and Jens Stenquist (Optilon).

15:15 -16:00

Katarina Blomkvist

Building the supply chains of tomorrow

16:00 -17:00

Meet and Greet

Speaker

Christina Boutrup

About Christina Boutrup:

Christina Boutrup is a leading China analyst, thought leader and keynote speaker who authored several books about China, based on her own field research as an experienced business journalist and TV correspondent. In her latest book she writes about the tech revolution in China and how it shapes our future in Europe.

She lived in China for several years, most recently she experienced the draconian lockdown in Shanghai with her family firsthand, and she has a valuable up-to-date perspective on the most important business and tech trends in China and beyond.

About this keynote:

The China Factor – How Cina shapes the future of trade

The center of economic gravity of the world has already shifted to Asia, and Chinese companies are frontrunners in many of the new technologies that are shaping our future. But the image of China as the factory of the world and a promising new market has deteriorated in recent years because of the pandemic and the war in Ukraine, forcing companies to reconsider and diversify investments.

While the big power struggle and trade war between the US and China is intensifying, China is establishing an alternative world order and trade system that is gaining traction in the global south.

How should European companies navigate this uncertainty and what are the most important trends to be aware of? In this keynote you will get an up to date perspective on the China factor in global trade and what to expect from the world’s new superpower. 

Speaker

Katarina Blomkvist

About Dr. Katarina Blomkvist :

Katarina Blomkvist is an Associated Professor in international entrepreneurship at the Business and Administration Department, Uppsala university. She has more than 20 years of research on internationalization, innovation management and governance of multinational enterprises, at Uppsala University and Rutgers University. She is also the founder of Daily Innovation and the DIP 364 tool, helping large organizations build competitive advantage.

Dr. Blomkvist has published in top-ranked academic journals such as Journal of International Business Studies, Management of International Review, Long Range Planning, Research Policy, and Journal of Knowledge Management. She is a member of the European International Business Association, the Academy of International Business, the Academy of Management.

Dr. Blomkvist has worked for the European Parliament’s Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee and has published several reports on Swedish innovation competitiveness. She is a distinguished speaker and experienced innovation coach for boards, CEOs, firms, and public sector.

About this keynote:

Building the supply chains of tomorrow

In a world where change is the only constant, continuous renewal is required! This places great demands on firms to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions. At the heart of disruptive change we find supply chain management. In this session Katarina draws upon her 20+ years research experience and coaching of managers, management teams and boards resulting in 4 keys and 3 tips on how to lead supply chain management in a disruptive world.

Speaker

Jesper Metz, H&M

About Jesper Metz:

Jesper Metz is today leading the Supply Chain Analytics & Modelling team within H&M, a role where he gets to combine his two big passions; Analytics & Supply Chain Management. His focus today is always on End to End Optimization. In his previous roles, Jesper has also specialized in the development and implementation of AI/ML based models within inventory steering.

About this keynote:

High complexity, simple solutions: How Supply Chain Analytics create clarity and E2E optimization

Macroeconomic factors, changing customer behaviors & expectations, new technology and more are all contributing to a heavy increase of complexity within Supply Chain, even to the extent that many organizations and professionals get overwhelmed. At the same time, Supply Chain has gone from being an outcome of a strategy to being in the center of the strategy – and potential in profitable and sustainable growth is huge. In this keynote, Jesper will show the work with Supply Chain Analytics within H&M and inspire how Supply Chain Professionals & Organizations can be the catalyst for future growth.

Speaker

Danica Kragic, KTH

About Danica Kragic:

Danica Kragic is a Professor at the School of Computer Science and Communication at the Royal Institute of Technology, KTH. She received MSc in Mechanical Engineering from the Technical University of Rijeka, Croatia in 1995 and PhD in Computer Science from KTH in 2001.

She is the Director of the Centre for Autonomous Systems. Danica received the 2007 IEEE Robotics and Automation Society Early Academic Career Award. She is a member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences, Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences and Founding member of Young Academy of Sweden.

Her research focuses on robotics, computer vision, and machine learning, with support from organizations such as the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation and the Swedish Research Council.

Danica is an experienced board member of the board of H&M, Saab and FAM.

About this keynote:

Machine learning, Artificial intelligence, Robotics: hopes and challenges for the futures 

Machine learning, Artificial intelligence and robotics are transforming every business sector we can think of and impacting our daily use and interaction with the technology. 

These technologies are redefining how we work, learn and interact with each other. Although being around for almost a century, AI and robotics are only now making a significant impact everybody talks about. Why did it take so long? And what is left to be solved? 

This keynote is going to focus on the current state of the art of these technologies, show hands on-examples of their use, discuss ethical and moral dimensions in terms of their impact on different professions and society at large.

Speaker

Nicklas Jonsson, Exeger

About Nicklas Jonsson:

Nicklas Jonsson is a seasoned leader in the consumer electronics industry with over two decades of experience in sourcing, operations, and product management. As the COO at Exeger since 2019, he manages the profitability, quality, and timely delivery of the company’s full product portfolio. Nicklas has a strong track record of leading product management and business development roles at prominent companies like Sony Ericsson, HTC, and Motorola. At Exeger, he’s playing a pivotal role in the development of Powerfoyle and its groundbreaking impact on sustainable energy solutions.

About this keynote:

Powerfoyle – Doing what has never been done before 

As we enter an era of heightened environmental awareness, the need for sustainable, innovative solutions has never been greater. Nicklas Jonsson, COO at Exeger, will explore how they have revolutionized the field with Powerfoyle – a unique solar cell that transforms all forms of light into electrical energy.

With its durable and flexible design, Powerfoyle seamlessly integrates into products that benefit from self-powering capabilities, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the realm of renewable energy.

Jonsson will provide insights into the challenges and triumphs of this innovation journey and delve into the supply chain aspects of creating a product that truly does what has never been done before.

Speaker

Patrik Johansson, Stora Enso

About Patrik Johansson:

Patrik Johansson is leading the Supply Chain Excellence Team in the Stora Enso Packaging Materials division.

Patrik is a tech-savvy leader with 20 years of business development experience. He has delivered extraordinarily good results by leading large and complex strategic transformations. Patrik has helped several global companies to grow and transform while working as a leading consultant at Accenture, Deloitte, and KPMG.

At Stora Enso, his focus is on renewing the supply chain using modern methods. His objective is to build a data-driven supply chain that is a competitive advantage for the company.

Patrik is the Winner of the Stora Enso innovation award in 2022.

About this keynote:

How to drive and challenge a Global Traditional company in Supply Chain innovation

In this keynote, Patrik speaks about the exciting supply chain development projects done at Stora Enso and how he goes about delivering results that constantly exceed expectations.


He stresses the importance of working with all parties in the supply chain, explains what goes wrong in conventional development approaches and offers his insights on better and faster ways to achieve good results.

Project examples include Machine learning for network optimization; Modern methods for master data; Building and implementing a new supply chain operating model.

Patrik also explains the importance and role that creativity and exploration have in achieving success.

Panel

Unni Olldén, Synsam Group

About Unni Olldén:

Unni Olldén is leading the Synsam Group Supply Chain organization responsible for the complete product value chain from supplier through the distribution network to the customers, either in store or in the digital channels.

Before Synsam, she was in charge of both the transformation of K-Rauta and the start-up of Kronans Apotek pharmacy in the reregulation of the Swedish pharmacy market. Key motivators are building and streamlining efficient Supply Chain processes and organizations to enable the best turnover and profit within the retail segment as well as creating a best-in-class customer experience.

About this panel discussion:

The past eventful years have had a profound impact on global supply chains. It has exposed vulnerabilities in the system and highlighted the need for resiliency. For many businesses, it may seem like a massive challenge lies ahead. But the reality is the time to embrace supply chain is now. Companies that see and make good use of the opportunities presented in this new supply chain era we are entering can achieve significant competitive advantages now and in the future.

How has the interest increased from the top management and board level, when it comes to supply chain over the last years? Which lessons have the last years brought us? What kind of consistent changes have been made in businesses to meet the new needs?

In this panel discussion, you will meet four experienced supply chain professionals, sharing their insights and knowledge

Panel

Gabriella Norén, AIRA

About Gabriella Norén:

Gabriella Norén has a broad background within Supply chain, both global and local roles. Most recent role at Dometic driving a roadmap of transformation and industrialization within supply chain.

Currently started as a Global Supply Chain Director at a Vargas venture and scale up, Aira. She is a strong believer that big improvements on performance in supply chain can be made if you challenge each other across functions, which means a business discussion.

About this panel discussion:

The past eventful years have had a profound impact on global supply chains. It has exposed vulnerabilities in the system and highlighted the need for resiliency. For many businesses, it may seem like a massive challenge lies ahead. But the reality is the time to embrace supply chain is now. Companies that see and make good use of the opportunities presented in this new supply chain era we are entering can achieve significant competitive advantages now and in the future.

How has the interest increased from the top management and board level, when it comes to supply chain over the last years? Which lessons have the last years brought us? What kind of consistent changes have been made in businesses to meet the new needs?

In this panel discussion, you will meet four experienced supply chain professionals, sharing their insights and knowledge

Panel

Richard Molin, Höganäs

About Richard Molin:

Richard Molin is Senior Vice President for Höganäs AB where he is responsible for Global Operations. Richard has a long experience within the company where he has been responsible for Logistics, Sourcing, Supply Chain as well as been living for 5 years in South Korea being responsible for Höganäs business over there.

About this panel discussion:

The past eventful years have had a profound impact on global supply chains. It has exposed vulnerabilities in the system and highlighted the need for resiliency. For many businesses, it may seem like a massive challenge lies ahead. But the reality is the time to embrace supply chain is now. Companies that see and make good use of the opportunities presented in this new supply chain era we are entering can achieve significant competitive advantages now and in the future.

How has the interest increased from the top management and board level, when it comes to supply chain over the last years? Which lessons have the last years brought us? What kind of consistent changes have been made in businesses to meet the new needs?

In this panel discussion, you will meet four experienced supply chain professionals, sharing their insights and knowledge

Panel

Jens Stenquist, Optilon

About Jens Stenquist:

Jens Stenquist, VP Sales & Marketing at Optilon. With more than 20 years of experience, advising Nordic companies within Supply Chain Planning, he has built up a wide experience in designing business processes and how to use innovative methods and cutting-edge technology, to get the best results possible. His experience covers all planning levels; strategic, tactical and operational. Jens is a pragmatic person and has a strong drive to connect and see the supply chain from a macro economical perspective.

About this panel discussion:

The past eventful years have had a profound impact on global supply chains. It has exposed vulnerabilities in the system and highlighted the need for resiliency. For many businesses, it may seem like a massive challenge lies ahead. But the reality is the time to embrace supply chain is now. Companies that see and make good use of the opportunities presented in this new supply chain era we are entering can achieve significant competitive advantages now and in the future.

How has the interest increased from the top management and board level, when it comes to supply chain over the last years? Which lessons have the last years brought us? What kind of consistent changes have been made in businesses to meet the new needs?

In this panel discussion, you will meet four experienced supply chain professionals, sharing their insights and knowledge

Join us at the Optilon Supply Chain Conference 2023!

Learn from experts and supply chain leaders, and discover innovative solutions to help you stay ahead of the game. This event is free but there are limited tickets available.

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