This presentation will demonstrate how leading supply chains can deliver a sustainable competitive advantage, with a focus on creating free cash flow, reducing operating costs and delivering market leading service levels. Practical examples of what leading international and local companies are doing to survive and thrive in these turbulent times will be provided. Emerging supply chain challenges and trends will be discussed, and Australian supply chain benchmarking data will also be presented:
• Trends in Supply Chain
• Challenges facing the industry
• Common issues that businesses face
• The role of technology
• The essential skills for your supply chain team
• Why streamlining the supply chain delivers significant savings
Carter McNabb, Partner, GRA
Carter is a founding partner of GRA, an expert consulting firm specialising in supply chain strategy, planning and execution. GRA’s clients include Wesfarmers, The Australian Defence Forces, Amcor, Lion Dairy & Drinks, Officeworks, Symbion Pharmacy Services, Rio Tinto and The Super Retail Group. Carter also delivers courses entitled “Managing Supply Chain Inventory” and “Supply Chain Network Optimisation” within Monash University’s Supply Chain Masters program.
