Digital Supply Chain Strategy

Why Attend

A radically changed world is forcing organizations to revisit the way they operate their supply chains. Innovations in digital technology and a shift in consumer behaviour have made the digital transformation of supply chains a priority across industries. The need for a digital supply chain strategy has become foundational for organizational sustainability.

In this course, which is certified by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), we will learn how to develop a digital supply chain strategy that can take organizations into the future. We will also explore various digital technologies as they relate to supply chains as well as experiment with design-inspiration and design-thinking concepts. In addition, we will examine the importance of collaboration for the optimization of information and product flows across supply chain partners. Finally, we will zoom in on the “digital mindset” and organizational principles that are required to drive supply chain strategies forward

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Course Methodology This course leverages a variety of learning tools including digital applications, gamification, case studies, exercises, and videos. Course Objectives By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Develop digital transformation strategies for supply chains
Recognize digital technologies and their application across supply chains
Apply design inspiration and design thinking techniques to solving supply chain problems
Optimize data and operational flows across supply chain partners
Adopt a digital mindset that supports the principles of futuristic supply chains

Target Audience Supply chain and logistics professionals at all levels of the organization. In addition, this course is ideal for those seeking to complement their supply chain and logistics experience with the latest knowledge in preparation for assuming a higher position. Target Competencies

End-to-end supply chain management
Leading digital transformation initiatives
Leveraging supply chain technologies
Adopting a digital-first mindset
Procurement and sourcing expertise
Logistics coordination and optimization
Applying design thinking for problem-solving

Digital transformation of supply chains

Supply chain management overview
Evolution of supply chains over time
Digital transformation strategy roadmap
The rise of digital technology
Digital customer ecosystems and omni-channels
Digital acceleration through technology investments
Transformation management practices

Digital supply chain technologies

Impact of technology on supply chains
Digital disruption
Technology in data management
- Big data and analytics
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Blockchain
Technology in logistics
- Drones and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
- Self-driving vehicles
- Automatic Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS)
- Robotics
- 3D printing
Technology in user interface
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Augmented Reality (AR)
- Virtual Reality (VR)

Supply chain design thinking techniques

Problem identification
Design inspiration
- Changing behavior and trends
- Design for material, use and waste-management
Design thinking
- Systems thinking
- Product stewardship
- Dematerialization
- Modular thinking
- Efficiency

Transformation management roadmap

7 Steps for transformation management
From supply chain to supply ecosystem
Investing in partnerships
Relationship echelons
- Partnerships
- Alliances
- Joint Ventures (JVs)
Optimizing visibility and information sharing
Improving velocity of product delivery
Simplification of scope

Digital mindsets and principles for the future

Agility and flexibility
Customer-centricity
Startup mentality
Technological leadership
Failing fast
10 organizational principles for digital supply chains

Digital Supply Chain Strategy

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