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Unraveling the Supply Chain Knot at the WorldCC Americas Summit

Written by Christine McCurdy | Aug 30, 2024 8:14:47 AM

As global supply chains continue to face unprecedented challenges, the upcoming WorldCC Americas Summit is set to bring together industry leaders and experts to discuss solutions and strategies for navigating these turbulent times. With recent disruptions causing renewed concern, the summit couldn't come at a more critical moment.


Ongoing Challenges in Focus

The persistence of supply chain issues has been brought into sharp focus following a resurgence of problems reminiscent of the difficulties faced during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic:

  • Floating traffic jams off ports
  • Escalating costs of freight movement
  • Resulting shortages of goods

A recent New York Times article exploring soaring global shipping prices and rising fears of product shortages and delays, featured insights from one of WorldCC's Americas Summit key speakers, Stephanie Loomis, head of ocean freight for the Americas at Rhenus Logistics and a prominent voice in the industry.

Loomis' observations underscored the urgency of the topics to be addressed at the Americas Summit, where she will expand on these issues and discuss potential solutions with fellow industry leaders.

The Americas Summit is poised to address these challenges head-on, with Stephanie Loomis as a featured speaker. Her dual role as both a quoted expert in recent news coverage and a presenter at the summit positions her uniquely to bridge current events with forward-looking strategies. 

 

Expert Insights at the Americas Summit

Loomis is just one of the many experts who will bring firsthand experience and expert analysis to the summit.

Key sessions include:

  1. Fast tracking supply chain resilience: Leadership and technology 
  2. Transparency and collaboration in modern supply chains
  3. Digitization of supply chains and effective risk management strategies

Looking Ahead

As industry professionals gather to share knowledge and strategize, the Americas Summit represents a crucial opportunity for collective problem-solving. With key experts sharing their experiences and insights, attendees can expect to gain valuable perspectives on navigating the current challenges and preparing for future uncertainties in the global supply chain landscape.

Unmatched by any other event, this event offers unparalleled depth in research and insights into operational excellence, skill enhancement, strategic contracting practices, and the latest technological advancements.

Check out the full agenda and register here.