On September 5th at Berns in Stockholm, we opened the doors to the Optilon Supply Chain Conference 2024. It’s no secret that the world is changing rapidly. With the theme Navigating the New Era, we focused on understanding how these changes affect our businesses and how to stay competitive in this evolving market.
The day was filled with valuable insights from several outstanding speakers, along with a matchmaking segment where we had the opportunity to discuss both future challenges and opportunities in the industry.
Did you miss the conference? No worries—here’s a recap of the event!
NAVIGATING THE NEW ERA
The conference began with a breakfast where over 300 supply chain professionals gathered, energized for an insightful day ahead. Afterward, our moderator Sabinije von Gaffke welcomed everyone for the 10th time in a row.
Throughout the day, attendees were treated to a diverse range of perspectives and expertise from industry leaders:
First up was Alexandra Stråberg from Länsförsäkringar, who spoke about how the global perspective is business-critical and how it affects everyday life at national, regional, and local levels.
Vivienne Carney and Jim Thulin from AAK discussed how food safety and contaminant control are more critical than ever before. They explored ways to minimize the disruptive impact these issues could have on our operations and supply chains.
Maria Dahlén from Epiroc shared experiences and insights on the supply chain disruptions Epiroc has faced in recent years, beginning with the pandemic. She emphasized how we can effectively plan and prepare for future disruptions.
Hagen von Petersdorff from IKEA explored the transformative journey of integrating data science into supply chain operations. He highlighted the strategic shift that many companies, including IKEA, are making by bringing key analytics roles in-house.
Henrik Kniberg from Hups & Flitig.ai shed light on generative AI and how we can keep up with this rapidly evolving technology. He explained how both individuals and companies can stay relevant in the Age of AI.
Kim Gaba Jensen from Tesla talked about how Tesla is innovating the industry, manufacturing, and modern car ownership. He also shared the secrets behind Tesla’s staggering 55.4% compounded annual growth rate.
The final keynote speaker was Micael Dahlen, Professor of Wellbeing. He demonstrated how we can get more out of life, our relationships, and our careers. He shared findings from his own research, as well as others, and provided us with tips and tricks that are scientifically proven to help us enjoy our lives just a little bit more.
MATCHMAKING
This year we introduced a special feature at the conference: supply chain matchmaking. Throughout the day, attendees had the opportunity to network with various professionals in the industry. Those interested in learning more about S&OP, Planning, Supply Chain Design, or AI & New Technology were able to discuss these topics with Optilon experts in the field.
These interactions did not only foster valuable connections but also inspired new ideas and collaborations within the supply chain community.
MINGEL & NETWORKING
In addition to the matchmaking segment, attendees had the opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals while enjoying delicious food and special supply chain-themed drinks. We also had an Optilon reporter mingling with the crowd, who asked the participants questions about future trends—stay tuned for those insights!
KEEP AN EYE OUT
If you missed the conference or want to share it with a colleague, we have gathered all the inspiring keynote presentations and mingling photos, which will be launched soon! Follow us on LinkedIn to be the first to know when they go live.
