The Agenda
CEO, Wisetech Global
CEO, Blume Global
Blume Global invites Envision guests to an exclusive welcome reception to meet their fellow peers and enjoy refreshments and hors d’oeuvres. Guests will be joined by WiseTech Global CEO Richard White and Blume CEO Pervinder Johar.
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Growth projections for global trade show significant potential, with the economy expected to double in size due to the incorporation of advancements in technology. What will emerging economies need to ensure they can meet the projection? How will existing infrastructure need to adapt to meet long-term growth potential? What are the forecasted trends for global trade and the environment?
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Trends are pointing to freight activity doubling by 2050 – but with increased economic progress comes concerns of increased emissions, among other issues. An investment into developing and using rail, however, proves promising in reducing these issues. Knowing this, what else can rail achieve for the freight industry on a global scale? What are the specific needs of players in the intermodal industry by 2050?
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Ocean carrier alliances and Ocean Shipping Anti-Trust Enforcement Act of 2023 have brought many changes this year alone for North America. Considering the short term effects, what could we potentially forecast for the ocean industry by 2050?
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With a move toward efficient, sustainable freight transportation, the future of intermodal seems bright. With an eye on the future, how will diverse forms of transportation improve freight traffic? Bill Shea and Pervinder Johar will discuss how the intermodal industry has evolved over the years, the need for investing in improving infrastructure, as well as the technology and the improvements in intermodal on the horizon.
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The logistics industry is dynamic and changing, constantly incorporating improved solutions for data processing, monitoring, and supply chain optimization. This session will focus on the parcel and freight industry trends within the next few years leading up to 2030, as well as technology’s immediate influence, such as AI, on processes and the future of human talent in the logistics industry.
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Autonomous trucking remains a promising development in the drayage world, bringing increased safety, efficiency and productivity – but is the industry ready to adopt automation quite yet? The discussion will center the projection of autonomous trucking by 2030, drayage trends, as well as a snapshot of what the truck driving job market impact might be with this introduction of autonomous technology.
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As developments in technology and collaboration transform the supply chain, the intersection of data, technology and people-led strategy continues to spark conversation. Join as Philippe Gilbert conducts a fireside chat with Sandeep Pisipati, CEO of Coyote Logistics, where he will discuss the importance of balancing people and technology in the third-party logistics space. Sandeep will also talk about the influences of innovation and tech on truck brokerage, as well as his perspective on the valuation on brokers today vs. the last few years, and what we can expect in the years to come.
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Shippers, primarily CPGs, face a unique set of challenges from rising freight costs and procurement negotiations that influence the movement of freight and its associated costs. Considering the growing pace of demand, what can supply chain professionals do to set their operations up for success? This session will cover the unique challenges for shippers and proactive steps they can take to mitigate future disruptions and adapt to the changing supply chain landscape.
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Innovation is a powerful force that can change the world and create meaningful impact. Renowned tech leader and speaker Guy Kawasaki will be presenting “The Art of Innovation,” his infamous speech discussing the 10 points of the innovation process, which focuses on creating innovative products and services using tactical and practical techniques.
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2030 is on the horizon, and the pace of advancement in technology is not changing anytime soon. What can industry leaders expect to see in the next 5-7 years? What will be available to market for consumers? What impact will this have on the supply chain, whether domestically or globally?
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The supply chain as we know it is experiencing change at a rapid rate with no slowdown on the horizon. This discussion will cover four of the trends that are working to transform our supply chain in the years to come, including: Digitization and Generative AI, Diversification of supply chain networks, Sustainability commitments and Talent transformation for margin protection.
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Companies have made significant changes to their supply chain operations in recent years due to effects of the pandemic. With rising technologies such as AI, how will companies navigate yet another market transformation come 2030? What role will these technologies play, and what can companies do to keep up with market trends?
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AI is becoming a transformative force in the logistics industry, whether it be supply chain management or basic operations. By the year 2030, there is no question AI will be integral. In what ways will AI redefine the future of logistics? How will Generative AI evolve to optimize operations and/or drive enhanced business outcomes?
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