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    • 06 Mar 2026
    • 03 May 2026
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    2026 ASCLA Mentoring Program

    MENTOR
    APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN


    DO YOU WANT TO

    MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

    We are very excited to announce that applications are now open for the ASCLA National Mentoring Program which will run annually from July to March each year. If you are looking to take the next step in your supply chain logistics career or ready to lead and inspire others in your field, look no further the ASCLA’s National Mentoring Program.

    Registrations close on Sunday, 3 May at 5pm

    Program Fees:  Mentors - No charge

    Please Note:

    • Click 'REGISTER' (on the left) to submit your application.
    • Please enter all information requested as it is used to match mentors with mentees. Upon completion of the full registration form, all applicants will be contacted by their local State Committee. 

    For more information please view the Mentoring page of the ASCLA website and the Mentoring Program Brochure.


        • 06 Mar 2026
        • 03 May 2026
        Register



        2026 SCLAA MENTORING PROGRAM
        MENTEE APPLICATION

        Applications Now Open

        DO YOU WANT TO 
        MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

        We are very excited to announce that applications are now open for the annual ASCLA National Mentoring Program which will run from July to December 2025 each year. If you are looking to take the next step in your supply chain logistics career or ready to lead and inspire others in your field, look no further the ASCLA’s National Mentoring Program.

        Applications close on 3 May at 5pm. 

        Mentoring Program launch events will take place in each State in early May 2026.  

        Mentee Program Fees:

        ASCLA Members   $ 159
        ASCLA Student Members   $  89
        Non Members   $ 159
        Non-Members - Students   $   89
        Corporate Members/National & Platinum Partners (Limited number available) - includes 5 Mentees (add as guests upon registration).   $ 599

        Please Note:
        • MENTEES should pay upon registration. If anyone is not accepted onto the 2026 program, any registration fees will be fully refunded.
        • Click 'REGISTER' (on the left) to register your application and enter all information requested. This information will enable the Mentoring committee to match mentees with mentors. 
        • All applicants will receive a confirmation of the receipt of their registration form and will thereafter be contacted by their local State Mentoring Committee.

        For more information please view the Mentoring page of the ASCLA website and the Mentoring Program Brochure.


        • 12 Mar 2026
        • 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
        • Online


        WEBINAR: Modernising the frontline

        Join this expert panel discussion on building stronger, smarter supply chain operations.

        When frontline teams are connected, supply chain operations become faster, safer and more resilient. In this expert panel discussion, you’ll hear how Australian logistics teams are using secure connected mobility, automation and diagnostics to reduce downtime, strengthen security and keep work moving – from warehouse scanning to last-mile delivery.

        Date:  Thursday, 12 March 2026
        Time:  12.00pm to 12.45pm (AEDT)
        Venue:  Online
        Cost:  No Charge

        Registrations close at COB on Wednesday, 11 March 2026


        ABOUT THIS EVENT

        Practical takeaways from real warehouse and last-mile scenarios

        • Where connectivity on the frontline delivers the most impact
        • How secure, low-latency networks and rugged devices reduce downtime
        • How unified device management cuts failures and cyber exposure
        • How automation, real-time visibility and telemetry remove manual workarounds
        • How to protect data and maintain operational integrity as you modernise
        • How Optus and partners deliver an integrated ecosystem for Australian supply chains

        WEBINAR HOST

        Phil Hazell - Editor MHD

        PANELISTS

        Martin Brown - Director of Business Development, Optus
        Tim Dillon - Chief Analyst, Omdia
        Michael Dyson - Vice President of Sales & Marketing, SOTI APAC
        Peter Kendall - CEO, Extolla
        Jonathan Patchell - Director / General Manager, Kynection
        Ian Chong - Regional Director & Head of Enterprise, Mobile B2B, Southeast Asia & ANZ | Samsung Electronics, Samsung

        WHO SHOULD ATTEND

        • Senior supply chain and operations leaders looking to improve planning speed and confidence
        • Finance and executive leaders responsible for risk, governance and decision outcomes
        • Transformation and digital leaders evaluating AI-enabled planning solutions
        • Organisations that have diagnosed planning friction and want practical next steps
        • Teams seeking to move beyond dashboards toward faster, better decisions
        • 12 Mar 2026
        • 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
        • RUD Australia, 12 Commerce Place, Larapinta, Qld
        • 23
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        Leading Enterprise Excellence Book Launch

        Brad Jeavons is launching his next book Leading Enterprise Excellence Book at RUD, Larapinta QLD a leading Australian manufacturer of chain lifting systems. Chris Butterworth will also be attending the book launch, where Brad and Chris will overview the new book and share an update on Leading Excellence and the Shingo Publication Award it just won. This book is the sequel on the critical systems to create a culture of continuous improvement and innovation for ideal results.

        Date:  Thursday, 12 March 2026
        Time:  4.30pm to 6.00pm
        Venue:  RUD Australia, 12 Commerce Pl, Larapinta, QLD 
        Cost:  Members - No charge  /  Non-Members - $50

        Registrations close at COB on Tuesday, 10 March
        LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE

        ABOUT THIS EVENT

        There will be an opportunity to meet with Chris Butterworth and Brad Jeavons and view RUD who are a global chain manufacturer and distributor of equipment and are leaders in Enterprise Excellence. RUD is on a great excellence journey focused on leadership behaviours and key systems.

        SPEAKERS

            CHRIS BUTTERWORTH is a multi-award-winning author, international speaker, and coach. He is a certified Shingo Institute Academy Member, Faculty Fellow, master trainer, and examiner. He coaches executive teams and transfers continuous improvement knowledge across all levels of an organisation. Chris is a winner of the Best New Speaker of the Year Award for The Executive Connection (TEC) for his talk on Lean Thinking. He is the co-author of four widely acclaimed Shingo publication- award-winning books: 4+1: Embedding a culture of continuous improvement, The essence of excellence—Creating a culture of continuous improvement, Why bother—Why and how to assess your continuous improvement culture and Why care? How thriving individuals create thriving organisations. He is co-author of the best-selling book Leading Excellence, the 5 hats of the adaptive leader and the editor of the Shingo Institute book Enterprise alignment and results.

            BRAD JEAVONS is a facilitator and coach who helps organisations create cultures of continuous improvement and innovation towards their goals and who and what they serve. Brad’s purpose is to help organisations create a better future economically, socially, and environmentally for future generations. Brad is a Shingo Academy member and the host of the Enterprise Excellence Podcast and Community. Brad is the author of the book Agile sales, delivering customer journeys of value and delight. Brad is a certified trainer and coach with the Lean Competency System (LCS) and the Agile Education Program. Brad is uniquely capable at facilitating and coaching individuals and teams at all levels of an organisation to help them define their path and improvement approaches, creating empowerment, energy, and commitment to achieving sustainable growth and performance. He is co-author of the best-selling book Leading Excellence, the 5 hats of the adaptive leader.


        WHO SHOULD ATTEND

        This book and event will appeal to both established leaders and aspiring leaders in every type of organisation in the Logistics and Supply Chain fields. The book provides the why, what and how for the key systems needed to sustain a culture of Enterprise Excellence where the organisation and its people thrive and grow.

         The book provides a blueprint for each system that can be easily adapted for any type of organisation with real-life examples and case studies. This is not a theoretical book, rather it is a practical leadership handbook that helps you design systems that will deliver a culture of excellence

        • 17 Mar 2026
        • Online
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        Cut Through the AI Noise. What Really Matters for Distributors in 2026

        AI is everywhere in 2026, but useful, practical guidance for distributors is harder to find. This webinar cuts through the noise with a candid, no-fluff conversation about what actually matters for ANZ distribution leaders today. Instead of chasing every new AI promise, we’ll zero in on the foundational capabilities that genuinely improve margins, increase efficiency, and deliver real commercial impact.

        Date:  Tuesday, 17 March 2026
        Time:  9.30am to 10.30am (AEDT)
        Venue:  Online

        ABOUT THIS WEBINAR

        Join our expert panel as they unpack the facts, clear and simple:

        • Why AI hype is louder than ever, yet distributors need straightforward info
        • Why you don’t need all the AI, just the parts that solve real business problems
        • What to ignore, what to prioritise now, and what to prepare for as AI evolves in your industry

        We’ll connect these insights directly to the operational challenges distributors face every day, including how AI can help you:

        • Maximise rebates with deeper purchasing, pricing, and supplier insights
        • Improve stock lifecycle visibility, from shelf ageing to smarter replenishment
        • Strengthen control over inventory, especially across multiple warehouses
        • Optimise warehouse operations by improving decision-making
        • Eliminate manual processes and unify data spread across multiple disconnected applications

        If you’re tired of the hype and ready for clear, actionable perspectives on AI in distribution, this session is for you.

        SPEAKERS

         

        Ellen Cox - Senior Product Marketing Manager AI, Epicor
        Ellen leads product marketing efforts for Epicor’s AI portfolio, helping bring innovative capabilities such as Prism to [EC2.1]makers, movers, and sellers. Her background spans a wide range of experience in digital marketing and operations, including work related to AI and emerging technologies. Ellen is passionate about scaling impact through technology and empowering teams to work smarter. She and the Epicor team are excited to share more about their ongoing innovations in AI.

         

        Andrew Taylor - Co-Founder & Chief Revenue Officer, Conveyance Solutions
        A Kiwi living in California, Andrew works with executive and IT leaders across the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand to implement, optimize, and modernize distribution technology environments to support performance and growth—particularly in complex or post-acquisition settings. He brings a practical, field-tested perspective on aligning data, people, systems, and processes, and on what it truly takes for distributors to become AI-ready.


        WHO SHOULD ATTEND

        CEOs, Owners, General Managers, Financial/Accounting Managers, Operations/Supply Chain Managers, IT Managers and Purchasing Managers.



        • 18 Mar 2026
        • 19 Mar 2026

        ASCLA is once again a proud supporter and Association partner
        of Retail Fulfilment Summit


        Logistics | Last mile | Supply chain

        The last mile plays a critical role in retail fulfilment, and the industry is rapidly evolving to meet rising customer expectations. Key discussions this year include:

        • Same-day delivery and extending services to regional areas
        • Optimising routes to improve delivery speed and efficiency
        • Insights into in-house logistics, 3PL and 4PL models

        Australia's largest Retail Fulfilment Show, in partnership with ASCLA, will bring these conversations to the forefront. Leading supply chain experts and retailers will share how they are transforming and strengthening their last mile operations.

        ASCLA Member Discount

        REGISTER NOW


        Want to know more? Download the Brochure

        View All Speakers



        • 24 Mar 2026
        • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
        • On-line
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        CAREER-READY COMMUNICATION
        Speak, write and present with confidence.

        Are you a student preparing to enter the supply chain workforce and want to feel more confident communicating professionally?

        This is an exclusive, high-engagement program structured around 10 focused, one-hour live online sessions. Designed for maximum learning retention, enrolment is limited to 12 participants to ensure personalised coaching and intensive practical application. Active participation is mandatory, attendees must join all sessions with video enabled and complete preparatory assignments before each session to maximise the return on this dedicated professional investment.

        Effective communication is a key professional skill, especially in the fast-paced world of supply chain. This ten-session course, designed for tertiary students, blends practical training with real-world supply chain context to help participants communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact.

        Commencement date:  Tuesday, 24 March 2026
        Time:  6pm to 7pm (10 x weekly sessions)
        Conclusion date:  Friday, 20 May 2026 

        For more information and course content, Click Here.


        With small class sizes, engaging online sessions, and a focus on real workplace scenarios, participants will build practical communication skills, written and verbal, essential for transitioning from study to professional work.

        • Speak with confidence and deliver engaging presentations
        • Write clearly and professionally to make a strong impact
        • Build effective relationships through improved interpersonal communication
        • Present yourself with confidence and succeed in interviews

        Additional courses will be arranged should registration numbers require this. 





        • 01 Apr 2026
        • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
        • Online
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        DMS Webinar Series - Part 1

        From Disjointed Decision Ecosystem to Decision Flow: How AI Can Simplify Supply Chain Planning 

        Why We Have 100 Systems and Still Cannot Decide: Diagnosing Planning Friction

        Most organisations have invested heavily in enterprise software, yet planning teams still rely on spreadsheets, email and manual workarounds to make critical decisions. In this ASCLA webinar, delivered by DMS, we cut through the usual technology narrative and focus on what is really creating drag in Demand, Supply, Inventory and S&OP.

        Date:  Wednesday, 1 April 2026
        Time:  12.00noon - 1.00pm (ADST)
        Cost:  No Charge

        Registrations close at COB on Tuesday, 31 March 2026

        ABOUT THIS EVENT

        This session is about diagnosis before disruption. Rather than jumping straight to AI or new tools, we look at where decisions actually slow down, break down, or get repeated, and why.

        You will learn how to identify the most common sources of value leakage, including duplicated decision-making, fragmented ownership, poor handovers, and data context trapped in people rather than embedded in the process. The session includes a short self-assessment and live polling so attendees can benchmark where friction is occurring and which decisions are most impacted.

        PRESENTERS

            Elton Brown - Senior Consultant, DMS (Demand Management Systems) and Adjunct Lecturer, University of Sydney
        Elton is a passionate advocate for smarter, technology-driven supply chains. He's recognised for cutting through the hype to show businesses exactly how AI can transform planning, design and optimisation to drive sustainable and resilient supply chains. With 29 years of experience across 3 continents, Elton’s mission is clear: to help organisations separate fact from fiction, out-compete and zero in on what genuinely delivers value.

            Alice Brimicombe - Business Development Director, DMS
        Alice Brimicombe, CPA, is the Business Development Director at DMS, bringing 25 years of expertise in finance, accounting, and supply chain. With over a decade dedicated to supply chain transformation, she partners with clients across the Asia Pacific to drive excellence through Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Demand Planning, and Advanced Analytics. Passionate about best practices and operational efficiency, Alice is always open to discussions on supply chain innovation and process optimisation.

        WHO SHOULD ATTEND

        • Supply Chain, Planning and Operations leaders frustrated by slow or repetitive decision cycles
        • CFOs and Finance leaders seeing the cost of planning inefficiency but unclear on the root cause
        • IT and Transformation leaders supporting planning teams across multiple systems 
        • Anyone involved in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Management or S&OP
        • Organisations considering AI, automation or new planning tools and wanting to start with the right questions


          For information on DMS Webinar Series - Part 2: Borderless Planning in Practice: How AI Reduces Cycle Time and Improves Decisions, click here 



            • 16 Apr 2026
            • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
            • Online
            Register


            PART 2:

            DESIGNING WAREHOUSES FOR AUTOMATION

            Is your warehouse ready for automation? Join Prological's Sean Ledbury as he unpacks the six pillars of future-proof warehouse design. Register now!

            Date:  Thursday, 16 April 2026
            Time:  11.00am to 12noon (ASDT)
            Venue:  Online
            Cost:  No charge

            Registrations close at COB on Wednesday, 15 April 2026

            ABOUT THIS EVENT

            The warehouse automation landscape has changed more in the past five years than in the previous 25, bringing significant challenges for those considering embarking on a warehouse automation journey. Whether you're facing a lease renewal, planning a facility expansion, or exploring automation for the first time, your building decisions could either enable your future or limit it.

            Join Prological's Sean Ledbury as he draws on 35 years of hands-on experience with leading automation providers to break down what it takes to design an automation-ready warehouse. From structural requirements and power infrastructure, to connectivity, environmental controls, and workforce design, Sean will walk you through the pillars of automation-ready infrastructure and how to approach critical design decisions

            This webinar is perfect for operations leaders, supply chain managers, and anyone facing a facility decision, whether you're just starting your automation journey or scaling up existing systems.

            PRESENTERS

               

            Sean Ledbury – Director, Prological
            Sean Ledbury is a Director at Prological with over 35 years of logistics automation and supply chain expertise, including senior leadership experience at Swisslog, Packsize, and Dematic. He holds an MBA from the Australian Institute of Business and serves on their Operations & Supply Chain Strategy Industry Panel. Sean specialises in connecting businesses with optimal technology solutions tailored to their operational needs, translating complex automation concepts into commercially viable strategies. Sean was recently recognised with a Highly Commended award by the Australian Supply Chain and Logistics Awards.


            WHO SHOULD ATTEND

            This webinar is essential for warehouse operators, supply chain leaders and facility planners navigating lease renewals or facility investment decisions, particularly those exploring automation for the first time or scaling up existing systems. Whether you're years away from automating or actively evaluating solutions right now, this session will help you ask better questions, avoid expensive surprises, and make more confident decisions about your facility and your future.


            • 22 Apr 2026
            • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
            • Online
            Register


            DMS Webinar Series - Part 2

            Borderless Planning in Practice: How AI Reduces Cycle Time and Improves Decisions 

            AI won’t replace planners, but it can reduce decision latency.

            This ASCLA webinar by DMS shows how borderless planning works in practice, using AI to speed decisions, improve visibility, and cut planning cycle time. 

            Date:  Wednesday, 22 April 2026
            Time:  12.00noon - 1.00pm (ADST)
            Cost:  No Charge

            Registrations close at COB on Tuesday, 21 April 2026

            ABOUT THIS EVENT

            AI is changing supply chain planning, but not in the way most marketing suggests. The biggest opportunity is not replacing planners, but reducing decision latency by improving how work, information and accountability move across systems, teams and partners.

            In this second ASCLA webinar delivered by DMS, we translate the idea of borderless planning into practical patterns you can apply immediately. This session builds directly on Session 1, moving from diagnosis to action.

            We explore three high-value AI use cases that directly address planning friction:

            • Exception triage that prioritises what actually needs human attention
            • Scenario comparison that accelerates trade-off decisions
            • Workflow orchestration that routes decisions with context, visibility and auditability

            We also cover the guardrails that matter, including data readiness, governance, explainability and decision rights, so AI strengthens trust rather than undermines it.

            PRESENTERS

                Elton Brown - Senior Consultant, DMS (Demand Management Systems) and Adjunct Lecturer, University of Sydney
            Elton is a passionate advocate for smarter, technology-driven supply chains. He's recognised for cutting through the hype to show businesses exactly how AI can transform planning, design and optimisation to drive sustainable and resilient supply chains. With 29 years of experience across 3 continents, Elton’s mission is clear: to help organisations separate fact from fiction, out-compete and zero in on what genuinely delivers value.

                Alice Brimicombe - Business Development Director, DMS
            Alice Brimicombe, CPA, is the Business Development Director at DMS, bringing 25 years of expertise in finance, accounting, and supply chain. With over a decade dedicated to supply chain transformation, she partners with clients across the Asia Pacific to drive excellence through Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Demand Planning, and Advanced Analytics. Passionate about best practices and operational efficiency, Alice is always open to discussions on supply chain innovation and process optimisation.

            WHAT YOU WILL TAKE AWAY

            • A practical understanding of how AI can shorten planning cycles without adding risk
            • Real-world AI use cases focused on decision quality and speed, not automation theatre
            • Clear guardrails for AI-enabled planning, including governance and accountability
            • A framework for evaluating AI-enabled planning capabilities across vendors and platforms 

            WHO SHOULD ATTEND

            • Senior supply chain and operations leaders looking to improve planning speed and confidence
            • Finance and executive leaders responsible for risk, governance and decision outcomes
            • Transformation and digital leaders evaluating AI-enabled planning solutions
            • Organisations that have diagnosed planning friction and want practical next steps
            • Teams seeking to move beyond dashboards toward faster, better decisions

            For information on DMS Webinar Series, Part 1 - From Disjointed Decision Ecosystem to Decision Flow: How AI Can Simplify Supply Chain Planning, click here


            • 22 Apr 2026
            • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
            • El Camino, 18 Argyle St, The Rocks NSW
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            Let's Taco about Supply Chain!

            Looking for a chance to network in a relaxed environment? Join us at El Camino for "Let’s Taco About Supply Chain" – an evening of good food, great company, and insightful conversations.

            Date:  Wednesday, 22 April 2026
            Time:  6.00pm  - 9.00pm
            Venue:  El Camino, 18 Argyle St, The Rocks NSW
            Cost:  Members - No charge   /   Non-members - $50

            Registrations close at COB on Monday, 20 April 2026

            ABOUT THIS EVENT 

            Are you interested in supply chain conversations and looking for a chance to network in a relaxed environment? Join us at El Camino for "Let’s Taco About Supply Chain" – an evening of good food, great company, and insightful conversations.

            We’ll provide the tacos with drinks available for purchase. It’s the perfect chance to relax, network, and dive into supply chain topics in a casual setting.

            Whether you’re an industry expert or just curious, come along and let’s taco about the future of supply chain!


            WHO SHOULD ATTEND

            SCLAA members, Supply Chain professionals and anyone interested in Supply Chain.





            • 18 Jun 2026
            • 6:00 PM
            • 19 Jun 2026
            • 8:00 AM
            • See CEO Sleepout Registration Page


            JOIN THE SCLAA TEAM AT THE 2026
            QLD VINNIES CEO SLEEP OUT

            Make a real impact! Join SCLAA QLD at the Vinnies CEO Sleepout on June 18, 2026. Help us fund Vinnies' 500 Homes project and give people a safe place to call home. 

             Date:  Thursday, 18 June 2026
             Venue:  Brisbane - to be confirmed
             Time:  6.00pm to 8.00am



            ABOUT THIS EVENT

            This is your year to make a difference! Join the SCLAA QLD committee at the Vinnies CEO Sleepout in Brisbane on June 18, 2026.

            For the second year, we're stepping up to fight homelessness, and this time, we're inviting all SCLAA members to join us. By spending just one night out, you'll help fund Vinnies' 500 Homes project, a vital mission to provide stable, safe homes and critical support to those who need it most.

            Let's use our collective influence to create real, lasting change. Join the movement and help build a future where everyone has a home.

            WHO SHOULD REGISTER

            All SCLAA Members Welcome

            • 04 Aug 2026
            • University of Sydney


            The University of Sydney, Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies, in partnership with the Australasian Supply Chain and Logistics Association

             
            ITLS is a renowned international centre for world-class education, training, and empirical research in transport, infrastructure, logistics, and supply chain management. ITLS plays an active role in enhancing Australia’s economic competitiveness, environmental sustainability, and social wellbeing, through informing management practices and guiding policy directions across industry and government.

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            Intelligent Supply Chains: AI for Resilience & Sustainability

            Designing and planning resilient and sustainable supply chains has become a strategic priority in today’s uncertain, interconnected, and data-rich environment. This microcredential is tailored for corporate managers and business owners who seek to build efficient and future-proof supply chains using artificial intelligence and digital technologies.

            Course type: Microcredential
            Delivery mode: Online
            Start date: Tuesday, 4 August 2026
            Duration : 1.5 months
            Price:  $2,095.00   
               

            ASCLA Member Discount

            For ASCLA member discount, register below using the code ASCLA-2026.
            Please note: Memberships will be checked prior to confirmation of your registration.

            OVERVIEW

            Developed by supply chain experts, the program covers the foundational elements of supply chain systems while placing strong emphasis on the application of AI-powered tools to support key design and planning decisions. Through case-based learning and real-world simulations, the participants will explore how to evaluate risk and sustainability trade-offs and apply AI for scenario-based planning of high-performing supply chains that can operate efficiently and sustainably in the face of disruptions.

            By the end of the program, participants will have a robust understanding of how to integrate resilience and sustainability into supply chain design and planning, supported by cutting-edge technologies and AI-driven decision tools.

            WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

            In this microcredential, participants will:

            • Familiarise themselves with the foundations of logistics and supply chain, from design and management to transformation and digitalisation
            • Learn and work with emerging tools and technologies for managing supply chain operations, including Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Data Science.
            • Engage with new technologies designed to aid procurement, manufacturing, transportation, distribution, retail operations and integrated supply chain design and planning.

            For detailed course information, click here