DMSCA2017 Introduction

DMSCA2017 recognizes that procurement is at an inflection point. Driven by data, new technologies, and focused on innovation, procurement has been transformed into the lynchpin of corporate supply chain strategy. Reciprocally, Supplier alignment within Supply Chain Networks with its Customer’s Supply Chain Strategies is the primary driver of performance differentiation, the discovery of innovation, understanding of Advance Manufacturing workforce training needs, and business development. DMSCA puts you at the center stage of change, and provides you with the information you need for business success – whether a Large Corporation of invited Small or Mid-Sized Manufacturing, Logistics, or Distribution Supplier (Suppliers).

At DMSCA2017, you will:

• Participate in a Live Supply Chain Simulation!

• Hear results of Major Global CPO Study on Value Management and Impact on Suppliers

• Learn about CPOs’ and Supply Chain Executives’ Views on Supplier Value Supply Chain Integration and Collaboration

• Hear about Procurement Transformation and how Innovation is fostered in Digital Supply Chains

• Learn about the connections between Supplier Development and Workforce Development

• Learn about Supplier workforce training needs

• Hear presentation on Big Data, the Internet of Things (IoT), and 3-D Printing impact on Supplier Performance in Supply Chain Networks

• Hear Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs), Supply Chain Executives, and Subject Matter Experts weigh in on Procurement Transformation Issues and the importance of CMP Supplier Performance Certification

• Advanced Information about planned post DMSCA2017 Industry Vertical Forums (Automotive, Rail, Aerospace; Pharma and Medical Devices; Food and Beverage; Women in Manufacturing and Supply Chain; and Workforce Training and Development)

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For a unique experience in an intimate environment conducive to learning that yields real bottom line results,

don’t miss DMSCA2017.