The shifting landscape of Supply Chains

Greetings and welcome to the February issue of Industry IoT 's Newsletter. Bringing you the latest updates on industry research, events and resources to help you stay ahead in the ever-evolving Industrial landscape.

From global disruptions to the demand for sustainable practices, the path forward requires new thinking, bold strategies, and actionable solutions. That’s why the SCM Leaders Forum Series exists: to connect industry leaders and experts for candid conversations about the future of supply chains. Check out our upcoming events!

SCM Leaders Forum Barcelona | HP Innovation Center | March 19th/20th

Our upcoming?SCM Leaders Forum?in Barcelona is now at full capacity! Thank you for the incredible interest. If you’d like to be notified of any openings, please message Martin Donnelly ?directly to join the waiting list.

The resources from the event will be available via the Industry IoT Community Hub.

SCM Leaders Forum Paris | Danone's R&I Center | June 4th/5th

Save the date for June 4-5, as the SCM Leaders Forum makes its way to Paris. This event will be held at 达能 ’s new Research & Innovation Center, in collaboration with 麦肯锡 , Gurobi Optimization , and RELEX Solutions .?

Why attend?

• Learn what’s next in supply chain innovation directly from peers who’ve led transformations with global brands.
• Discover how to navigate complexity and risk, turn sustainability into a competitive advantage, and leverage technologies such as AI and machine learning for smarter planning and execution.
• Practical insights and solutions you can take back to your organisation, with a focus on balancing operational excellence with long-term goals.

You can view the developing agenda and register your interest to attend by clicking here or the image above.

Community Hub | Digital Dialogue Sessions

We are delighted to announce the return of?Digital Dialogue, a bite-size practitioner-led video series developed by the Industry IoT Community, where industry experts, thought-leaders and academics share their insights on innovation, operational excellence, sustainability, and growth.?

In our first session, Denise Lana Molina , Global Head of Sustainability at Marelli ,?explores where innovation meets sustainability. Denise?shares how companies can embed ESG into their strategy in a way that fosters innovation, simplifies processes, and builds long-term resilience.??

Watch the full episode within our Community Hub.

Podcast | Making smart manufacturing easy with akenza.io

Smart manufacturing sounds great, until you hit the real-world challenges of scaling IoT, managing multi-site operations, and making everything work together.?

In this episode, we talk to Markus Winterholer who knows these challenges inside out. With over 20 years in IoT and digital transformation roles at Amazon Web Services (AWS) , 西门子 , and now akenza.io , he’s worked with many manufacturers to unlock new levels of productivity and innovation.

Here are some topics we explored that may be of interest to you:

• The toughest challenges in smart manufacturing projects
• The role of IoT in making manufacturing more sustainable
• Why scaling IoT globally is harder than it looks

Listen to the podcast episode.

Resources

Why sustainable optimization and the?Hamburger Framework are the future of supply chain | The Logic Factory

In today's dynamic business world, thriving means embracing innovative supply chain strategies. This whitepaper from The Logic Factory introduces ''Planning 2025'', a fresh approach to supply chain planning that emphasizes resilience, sustainability, and advanced technology.

Sustainable Optimization integrates ESG goals into everyday decisions, transforming them from cost drivers to value drivers. ''The Hamburger Framework'' highlights the importance of data quality and cross-functional collaboration, maximizing the effectiveness of advanced planning systems.

The white paper offers ways to meet regulations, attract eco-conscious customers and investors, cut costs and build strong supply chains.

Access TLF's white paper.

Navigating the intersection between postponement strategies and additive manufacturing | Cranfield University

Postponement has long been a go-to strategy for making supply chains more responsive, delaying production and logistics decisions until demand becomes clearer. But with the rise of?Additive Manufacturing (AM)?postponement is reaching a whole new level.?

A recent study from Cranfield University ?highlights how AM helps businesses to customize products much later in the supply chain, closer to the end customer. This shift allows for?low-to-medium production flexibility, and reduces waste and transportation.?

For supply chain leaders, integrating AM into postponement strategies requires careful consideration of cost, cross-border compliance, and demand variability. But for those who get it right, the benefits are clear:?faster production, enhanced customization, and a more resilient supply chain.

Access the research.

The next step for Enterprises: Decision Intelligence | Gurobi Optimization

Decision Intelligence Technology, particularly mathematical optimization, is transforming the way enterprises make decisions.

This whitepaper from Gurobi Optimization explains how businesses can use data-driven optimization to improve operational efficiency, maximize resource utilization, and automate complex decision-making across different industries and organizational levels: ?

• How industries like manufacturing, logistics and finance are making faster, smarter decisions
• Why mathematical optimization beats reactive planning every time
• What it takes to move from static planning to real-time execution

Access Gurobi's white paper.

Global supply chain leader survey 2024 | McKinsey & Company

Are supply chains becoming more resilient, or are we just getting used to the risks?

A 麦肯锡 survey shows a mixed picture:

?? Only 25% of companies have formal processes to discuss supply chain risks at the board level. This lack of visibility can leave businesses exposed to major disruptions. ?

?? 60% of companies now have a clear view of their tier-one suppliers, but transparency into deeper supply chain tiers is declining.? ?

?? While 66% of companies are implementing advanced planning and scheduling (APS) systems, only 10% have completed deployment, and many struggle to quantify the business impact. ?

?? 90% of surveyed companies report they lack the digital talent needed for supply chain transformation. Many are now shifting back to in-house training as a long-term solution.

Explore more survey findings.