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Future-Proofing the Supply Chain
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Future-Proofing the Supply Chain
26th & 27th June 2025 | New Delhi
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In today’s fast-evolving business landscape, the role of the Supply Chain is rapidly shifting from a transactional function to a strategic differentiator. The Supply Chain Management (SCM) Masterclass “Future-Proofing the Supply Chain” is designed for senior leaders, supply chain professionals, and business strategists who seek to navigate this transformation and elevate their supply chain strategies.
This comprehensive, results-driven masterclass offers in-depth insights into building resilient, sustainable, and tech-enabled supply chains. Participants will explore the latest trends in digital supply chains, green practices, and risk management, while learning how to leverage emerging technologies such as AI, machine learning, and blockchain to drive efficiency and innovation.
07
90 minutes each
Limited
02 Days
Aligning the supply chain with broader business objectives to create value and competitive advantage.
Embedding sustainability, circular economy models, and green initiatives into the heart of supply chain operations.
Harnessing AI, data analytics, IoT, and digital twins to enhance visibility, efficiency, and decision-making.
Identifying, mitigating, and preemptively managing risks to maintain agility in uncertain global markets.
Evolving supply chain KPIs to reflect growth, agility, sustainability, and long-term value.
With case studies from leading global organizations, interactive discussions, and expert-led workshops, participants will gain the tools to lead their organizations through the complexities of modern supply chain challenges and capitalize on new opportunities.
In the age of digital transformation, supply chain optimization is no longer just about efficiency; it’s about agility, real-time decision-making, and harnessing the full potential of emerging technologies. This module delves into the role of Control Towers as a critical enabler of supply chain performance in the digital era. Participants will explore the foundational elements of Control Towers, key metrics for performance monitoring, and how to integrate technology to drive real-time visibility and smarter decision-making.
In the age of digital transformation, supply chain optimization is no longer just about efficiency; it’s about agility, real-time decision-making, and harnessing the full potential of emerging technologies. This module delves into the role of Control Towers as a critical enabler of supply chain performance in the digital era. Participants will explore the foundational elements of Control Towers, key metrics for performance monitoring, and how to integrate technology to drive real-time visibility and smarter decision-making.
Control Towers have often been misunderstood as just a “data dashboard” or a “glorified tracking tool.” This section separates myths from reality, showing how Control Towers serve as central hubs for end-to-end supply chain visibility and proactive management.
Not all metrics are created equal. We will explore how to focus on actionable KPIs that drive true supply chain optimization—beyond traditional cost and efficiency metrics.
Learn about the key technologies that make Control Towers possible. This includes AI, machine learning, IoT sensors, blockchain, and cloud computing that enable seamless integration, data sharing, and real-time monitoring across supply chain partners. This section will also touch on how to effectively leverage these technologies for predictive analytics and risk management.
Discover how to design and implement a real-time control tower that provides visibility across your entire supply chain network. This framework emphasizes the integration of data flows, collaboration tools, and decision-support systems to anticipate disruptions, optimize inventory, and manage resources efficiently.
As supply chains continue to evolve, the role of Control Towers will expand. We’ll discuss the future of Control Towers in the context of digital twins, autonomous supply chains, and advanced AI-driven predictive analytics. This section also touches on the challenges and opportunities for integrating sustainability and circular economy principles into Control Tower operations.
Control Towers have often been misunderstood as just a “data dashboard” or a “glorified tracking tool.” This section separates myths from reality, showing how Control Towers serve as central hubs for end-to-end supply chain visibility and proactive management.
Not all metrics are created equal. We will explore how to focus on actionable KPIs that drive true supply chain optimization—beyond traditional cost and efficiency metrics.
Learn about the key technologies that make Control Towers possible. This includes AI, machine learning, IoT sensors, blockchain, and cloud computing that enable seamless integration, data sharing, and real-time monitoring across supply chain partners. This section will also touch on how to effectively leverage these technologies for predictive analytics and risk management.
Discover how to design and implement a real-time control tower that provides visibility across your entire supply chain network. This framework emphasizes the integration of data flows, collaboration tools, and decision-support systems to anticipate disruptions, optimize inventory, and manage resources efficiently.
As supply chains continue to evolve, the role of Control Towers will expand. We’ll discuss the future of Control Towers in the context of digital twins, autonomous supply chains, and advanced AI-driven predictive analytics. This section also touches on the challenges and opportunities for integrating sustainability and circular economy principles into Control Tower operations.
• Data as a strategic asset: Visibility, predictability, and scenario planning
• Supporting new business models: Circular economy, servitization, and D2C
• ESG and sustainability: Embedding responsible practices in global sourcing and logistics
• From Metrics to Mindset: Measuring What Really Matters
• Aligning SCM performance with broader business outcomes
• How to build and communicate supply chain value at the board level
• Identify capability gaps, quick wins, and long-term transformation levers
By: Dr. Partha Priya Datta, Professor of Operations Management, IIM Calcutta
• Role of ML in demand sensing, inventory optimization
• AI in exception management, predictive maintenance
• GenAI use cases: Automated root-cause analysis, intelligent planning, conversational analytics
By – Abhisek Chatterjee, Director – Supply Chain Transformation. PwC India
Rohit Saxena,Director – Supply Chain Transformation. PwC India
• Role of ML in demand sensing, inventory optimization
• AI in exception management, predictive maintenance
• GenAI use cases: Automated root-cause analysis, intelligent planning, conversational analytics
By – Abhisek Chatterjee, Director – Supply Chain Transformation. PwC India
Rohit Saxena,Director – Supply Chain Transformation. PwC India
• What is Green Supply Chain? Metrics, Certifications & Impact
• Green logistics solutions
• Lifecycle assessment
• Regulatory compliances
• Green sourcing
By Prof Rajeev Tripathi, Chairperson, Supply Chain Management Centre | Assistant Professor Production & Operations Management IIM Bangalore
• The present global trade landscape and impact on SC networks
• Mapping tariff risk & exposure
• Regionalization or globalization: Nearshoring, friend-shoring, and China+1 strategies
• Opportunity mapping – Turning trade shifts into strategic plays
• The end of lowest-cost logic – supply chain as a geopolitical chessboard
• Legal restructuring: Revisiting contracts and Incoterms to offset risk
By Anurag Sehgal – Managing Director, Supply Chain, PwC India
Sukanya Krishnan – Managing Director, Supply Chain, PwC India
• Risk typologies – Operational, Financial, Regulatory, Climate
• Pre-emptive Risk Identification and Mapping
• Building Resilient Supply Networks
• Digital Risk Management Tools & Technologies
• How to predict disruptions: Data signals & early warning systems
• Quantifying supply chain risk exposure
By: Dr Mohit Goswami – Associate Professor, Operations and Qty tech, Supply Chain, IIM Raipur
• Understanding Control Towers: Myths vs Reality
• Metrics That Matter
• Technology Stack for Control Towers
• Building a real-time visibility Control Tower Framework
• Future Outlook
By – Prof. Vineet Suri
Professor, Management, Supply Chain and Logistics, Sharda University
This module encourages participants to translate their programme learnings into practical
applications within their organizations. By leveraging key concepts, tools, or techniques covered in the sessions, participants can refine existing processes or implement new ones to drive
improved outcomes. This hands-on exercise fosters deeper understanding by bridging theoretical knowledge with real-world industry challenges, ensuring meaningful and impactful application of insights gained throughout the programme.
Prof Manupati Vijay – Assistant Professor, Operations & Supply Chain Management, IIM Mumbai
Jonathan Cheung – FCIPS (Chartered) Chair, CIPS Excellence in Procurement & Supply Awards, Asia
Jayaraman Krishnamurthy – Co-Founder, Stealth Mode, Supply Chain Leadership
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