Sustainable energy, diversifying for resilience, scaling EV and battery: ALSC Global in review There are connections (and contradictions) in the push for resiliency and sustainability dicsussed by the US government and automotive industry alike.
Bonus: Logistics start-up pitches Hear from logistics start-ups in blockchain and packaging as they pitch their business plans in a 4-slide/4-questions format with the chance of becoming the next automotive logistics unicorn…
Bringing production lessons to Nissan’s vehicle logistics with JS Bolton Nissan North America’s head of vehicle logistics talks to Christopher Ludwig about the need for flexibility and strong teams in logistics during the Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Global 2022 conference in Detroit.
From the top of Detroit: Welcome to Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Global 2022 Automotive Logistics editor-in-chief Christopher Ludwig kicks off the 2022 Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Global conference, highlighting the disruption, changes and technology that are reshaping the industry. From the Kuehne + Nagel cocktail reception - held on the 72nd floor of the GM Renaissance Center in Detroit – he looks ahead to the dynamic discussions, panels and insights from the leading logistics executives from major OEMs, tier-1 suppliers and logistics providers.
You’re Hired! Securing top talent and developing skills in automotive logistics In this panel, industry leaders from AIAG and top supply chain university Michigan State discuss strategies for motivating and up-skilling teams and developing the next generation of logistics and supply chain talent.
Never waste a good crisis – opportunities to improve supply chain resiliency Greater supply chain control and visibility, along with prioritising resiliency and communication are among the key lessons for GM’s head of supply chain, and top executives from DB Schenker and Syncreon.
Setting new standards for sustainable automotive packaging Packaging experts from GM, Magna and Orbis discuss implementing new guidelines for packaging and strategies to improve recycling and circularity in packaging materials.
Maximising potential – women in automotive supply chain and logistics Female leaders in the automotive and logistics industry, including from Nissan, Amazon, IAC Group and Ryder, share insight on how women can advance in the sector, from front-line operations through to senior leadership.
Signing off from ALSC Global with a focus on visibility and resilience – and new ways of working At the close of Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global 2022, editor-in-chief Christopher Ludwig recaps the key takeaways from the conference, including the industry’s renewed commitment to improving tier-N visibility and coordination, the value in investing in flexible logistics and in building new relationships.
Keeping the flow – ensuring tier one supply chain continuity in the era of disruption Executives from major tier one suppliers and logistics providers reveal the flexibility and tools they have used to minimise downtime and delivery delays.
What resiliency in automotive logistics looks like Learn for yourself whats logistics resiliency has required in the age of supply chain disruption in this panel discussion featuring with General Motors, automotive supplier IAC Group and major logistics providers DSV and Ceva Logistics
The USDOE wants to energise sustainable automotive supply chains The opening session of Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global focused on the US government’s objectives with keynote from Dr Jacob Ward, who has recently taken a key supply chain role in the DOE’s new Energy Sector Industrial Base program within the Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains. Ward leads the federal government’s efforts in modelling, mapping, and analysing America’s critical energy supply chains. Dr Ward also answers questions from editor-in-chief Christopher Ludwig.
Raising a glass to Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global! Editor-in-chief Christopher Ludwig gives a sneak peak behind the scenes of the Ryder-sponsored Gala Reception at Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global 2022, held at the Whiskey Factory Detroit.
How the Department of Energy will invest in the US supply chain US Department of Energy’s Dr Jacob Ward speaks to Automotive Logistics editor-in-chief Christopher Ludwig about the DOE’s new Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains and the new focus on investing in domestic, secure industrial supply chains across the US.
Collaborating from the start to design automotive logistics networks and processes Logistics executives from Toyota North America, Benteler, Carter Logistics and Agillence explore the strategic considerations for logistics from early in product development cycles.
Improving tier-N supply chain visibility, capacity planning and partnership at General Motors General Motors executive director for global supply chain, David Leich, explains to editor-in-chief Christopher Ludwig how the carmaker has been increasing its visibility, communication and planning across the upstream supply chain.
Shock to the system – scaling up EV and battery supply chains Experts from Nissan, Cirba and Ryder discuss changing logistics requirements for rising electrification both upstream and downstream.
Investing wisely in the supply chain’s digital opportunities Nissan, Johnson Electric, RPM and Cargobase discuss IT and digital investment priorities for automotive logistics.
Mitigating risk across global automotive supply chains Reducing risk and disruption in global logistics is now the daily business of major OEMs like Stellantis and Agco, with a focus on improving control in the upstream supply chain.
Global automotive outlook: no return to normal Leading analyst Joe McCabe shares insight on the key trends shaping the market, including EV forecasts, semiconductors and OEMs’ inventory and business models.
