Frost & Sullivan to Hold 'Next-Generation Supply Chain Strategies' Theme based Workshop
Press Release London, UK, 15 March 2005…Frost & Sullivan will hold a “Next-Generation Supply Chain Strategies” Theme based Workshop Thursday 9th and Friday 10th of June 2005 at its offices in London. The event will take place over two half days and will be a combination of presentations, interactive workshops and panel sessions focusing on implementation of New Supply Chain Business Models such as Fourth Party Logistics type engagements. Key attendees will include top logistics and supply chain management executives from around the world, bringing their perspectives as providers, customers and industry experts. Confirmed speakers so far include: · Dr John Gattorna, Co-Director, Centre for Supply Chain Research, and Professorial Fellow in Supply Chain Management, University of Wollongong; Visiting Professor in Supply Chain Management, Cranfield University; and former Accenture Managing Partner in Supply Chain Management, Australia and Southern Asia. · Ed Voss, Global VP Supply Chain Management, Philips Consumer Electronics · Elliot Swiss, Managing Director, Vector SCM · Pat StLaurent, Senior Vice President, XPL (DHL-Danzas) · Alan Waller, Chairman of the Institute of Logistics and Transport; VP for Supply Chain Innovation at Solving International; and Chairman of the European Logistics Users, Providers and Enablers Group (ELUPEG) · Cecilia Cabodi, Programme Manager, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Frost & Sullivan The event will be followed on the first day by a networking dinner (by invitation only) where a selected speaker will deliver a keynote address · An excellent opportunity to join in the debate about new supply chain business models and assess their feasibility · Talk to the companies who are implementing new business models (NBMs) and those who are facilitating the development of new SC strategies · Speak to the shippers and understand how they have been implementing new supply chain business models · A chance to actively participate in a strategic industry panel and discuss the implications of new supply chain strategies with all stakeholders involved · Powerful networking opportunities with influential industry players and experts Do not miss your chance to hear the success stories and lessons learnt from the companies who have been making the ‘Next-Generation Supply Chain Strategies’ a reality! Seats at the workshop are limited, so book early to guarantee your place! For further information about this event, please contact: Cecilia Cabodi Logistics and Supply Chain Management Transportation Services P: +44 (0) 20 7915 7824 E: cecilia.cabodi@frost.com Media Contact: Magdalena Oberland Corporate Communications P: +44 (0) 20 7915 7876 E: magdalena.oberland@frost.com About Frost & Sullivan Frost & Sullivan, an international growth consultancy, has been supporting clients' expansion for more than four decades. Our market expertise covers a broad spectrum of industries, while our portfolio of advisory competencies includes custom strategic consulting, market intelligence and management training. Our mission is to forge partnerships with our clients' management teams to deliver market insights and to create value and drive growth through innovative approaches. Frost & Sullivan's network of consultants, industry experts, corporate trainers and support staff spans the globe with offices in every major country around the world. For further information, visit www.frost.com.