“BIG ED” of Burns Logistics Solutions, INC.,previous winner of the Annual Alliance Award, goes to Atlanta for the SMC3 Conference in January 2016
Loews Atlanta Hotel, nestled in the heart of Midtown, is the perfect combination of city sophistication and Southern charm, which is why it is the perfect location for SMC3 conference in January 2016. Meet up with BIG ED and other like-minded industry experts and have the time of your life.
Exchange tips, expertise and transportation industry knowledge while learning about the latest industry trends and technologies in the heart of downtown Atlanta. This year’s
conference is sure to regal and delight. Of course you might be forgiven for extending your stay through the weekend, in order to explore downtown Atlanta and take-in its
rich history and fun museums.
LOGISTICS TECHNOLOGY SUMMIT: JUST A FEW OF THE MAIN TOPICS OF INTEREST
Re-imagine your business possibilities at The Logistics Technology Summit on day two of SMC3 on Tuesday January 19 from 8:15 until 9:15 a.m. Logistics exists in a digital and networked environment defined by real-time business interactions, the rapid adoption of new technologies, and sudden changes in market conditions.
Innovative organizations throughout transportation seek new technologies that balances the need to sell services with the demand for results. In this specific panel, an industry thought leader will re-imagine logistics through next-generation technologies.
SURVIVING THE DATA EXPLOSION
Don’t miss day two (Tuesday January 19 at 10 a.m.) when thought leader Greg Smith, enterprise consultant from Tech Mahindra shares his expertise and knowledge, at the Logistics Technology Summit, on how to survive the data explosion.
By 2020 industry experts project the use of 60 billion internet-connected devices. Join Greg as he regals you with tips on how best to navigate and master the era of data explosion.
MORE DAY TWO KEY EVENTS
After refueling with lunch the second half of the day will commence with simulation technology: achieving a performance-enhanced supply chain, starting promptly at 12:45 p.m. Simulation technology has been around for decades, used by scientists and engineers to help predict behavior under the challenge of real-world variability.
However, simulating the end-to-end supply chain has proven challenging for many reasons. The new business climate is driving unprecedented demand for simulation and the IT evolution is enabling the supply of reliable technology to support this. Join Jeff Metersky, Vice President of Solutions Strategy for Llamasoft, simulation technology thought leader as he educates, entertains and enlivens the crowd with the latest on how to achieve a performance-enhanced supply chain.
IN THE PIPELINE
Attend In The Pipeline: technology’s Role in Disruptive Supply Chain and learn all about how technology is at the heart of transformative and industry-changing supply chains, from speaker Chris Jones, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Services of Descartes, from 2:00 until 2:30 p.m.
There have been a number of technologies that have emerged to help companies to create disruptive supply chains. But technology itself isn’t enough to create truly differentiating performance. This session will cover some of the innovative technologies and business strategies that make a supply chain truly disruptive.
WHERE TO FIND BIG ED
Meet Big Ed at the Ignite Sessions. These sessions are eight to ten minute “speed meetings” between a conference attendee and the contribution organization of their choice, with three-minute breaks between appointments. These sessions are ideal for maximizing opportunities to network with fellow industry insiders and other professionals.
Meeting requests are matched electronically and schedules will be generated based on preferences and availability. Attendees will be asked to fill out a short registration form and select their top five to ten contributors.
OTHER KEY SMC3 POINTS OF INTEREST:
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Ignite Speed Meetings- from 4 until 6:30 p.m., on day two
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Keynote Event- The Road to the White House with Dr. Larry Sabato– Day one
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4th Annual Alliance Awards- from 11:25 until 11:40 p.m., on day one
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The Outlook for the Global Economy and Trade- 12:45 until 2:15 p.m., day one
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Keynote Event: Detour- It’s the Curves in Life that Make Us Strong with Steve Gilliland – 8 until 9:00 a.m., on Wednesday
- Noon- Prize Drawings and Closing Ceremony, Wednesday