Sneak Peek: See Who Is Sponsoring the Supply Chain Outlook Summit

Are you a Supply Chain Executive looking to learn what you need to know as you plan for 2016 and beyond? If so, then the Supply Chain Outlook Summit on November 2-3 in Chicago is for you.

In addition to providing outstanding sessions, the Summit will feature companies showcasing their latest products, services and technologies.

Here are some of the companies that are sponsoring:

PLATINUM SPONSOR

Ryder

Ryder is a $6.6 billion, FORTUNE 500® global commercial fleet management and supply chain solutions company. Founded in 1933, Ryder manages critical transportation and logistics functions for more than 50,000 customers, operating three business segments: Fleet Management Solutions, Supply Chain Solutions, and Ryder Dedicated Transportation. For more information, visit www.ryder.com.

GOLD SPONSOR

LeanLogistics

LeanLogistics is a global solutions provider of software-as-a-service (SaaS)transportation management technology and supply chain services. As the first transportation management system to be offered on a true SaaS platform, LeanTMS continues to be one of the most innovative solutions in the supply chain industry. With years of transportation expertise combined with scalable technology and services, LeanLogistics provides many Fortune 1000 companies - such as Dannon, Ace Hardware, and Hostess - the assurance they need to improve business processes while reducing costs. For further information visit www.leanlogistics.com.

SILVER SPONSOR

BROWZ

BROWZ is the complete supply chain qualification and management solution. BROWZ ensures that supply chains are safe and socially responsible by delivering a comprehensive solution to prequalify, assess, and monitor supply chain compliance based on the unique needs of your business. Visit www.browz.com for more information.

SPONSORS

Digital Lumens

Digital Lumens is a global supplier of intelligent LED lighting systems for commercial and industrial customers, delivering 90% energy savings and building intelligence. With deployments of 200 million square feet of coverage worldwide, Digital Lumens brings the tangible benefits of Internet of Things to commercial and industrial lighting environments. For more information, visit www.digitallumens.com.

Elmhurst College

Elmhurst College is a private, liberal arts school that combines learning and professional preparation to equip students for lifelong learning, service and achievement. The School for Professional Studies offers masters degrees & graduate certificate programs designed for working professionals who want to become leaders in their field. The Master of Science in Supply Chain Management degree blends current practical theory with real work experience. The team based program can be completed in 21 months. Learn from faculty members who have successfully lead teams in start-ups to multibillion dollar corporations. Let Elmhurst College help you reach the next level. Visit www.elmhurst.edu/scm for more information.

Hub Group

Hub Group is a transportation management company providing intermodal, truck brokerage and logistics services throughout North America. A top 50 publicly-traded company in the Chicago area, Hub Group has over 2,500 employees and $3.6 billion in revenue, with over 44 years of financial stability setting our foundation for success. Using our fleet strength, access to extra capacity and cost optimization expertise, we come equipped with an array of services that can be blended to offer customers better control of their supply chain. Visit www.hubgroup.com for more information.

MercuryGate

MercuryGate delivers a cloud-based TMS enabling shippers and service providers to optimize and execute global shipments, allocate costs, and analyze transportation data. Support for multi-leg loads includes TL, LTL, parcel, air, ocean, rail, and intermodal. Door-to-door control tower visibility with analytics ensures reliable information to monitor and control in-transit freight. For more information visit www.mercurygate.com.

Saddle Creek

Saddle Creek is a third-party logistics company offering a wide array of warehousing, transportation, packaging and fulfillment services. We leverage these capabilities to provide integrated solutions that help our customers increase their speed to market, accommodate business fluctuations, control supply chain costs, and improve service to customers. Learn more at www.sclogistics.com.

SMC³

SMC³ is the leading provider of data, technology and education as an integrated solution to the freight transportation community. Best known for its LTL procurement, rating and transit time solutions CzarLite®, RateWare® and CarrierConnect®, the company serves more than 5,000 customers throughout North America, including shippers, carriers, logistics service providers and freight-payment companies. For further information visit www.smc3.com.

Transplace

Transplace is a non-asset, North America-based provider offering manufacturers, retailers, chemical and consumer packaged goods companies the optimal blend of logistics technology and transportation management services. The company's services and capabilities include transportation management services, intermodal, brokerage and SaaS transportation management (TMS) solutions supplemented by supply chain network planning and design, transportation procurement and consulting services. For more information visit www.transplace.com.

ASSOCIATION SPONSORS

APICS Supply Chain Council

APICS Supply Chain Council advances supply chains through research, benchmarking, and publications. Please visit the website at www.apicsscc.org.

The Supply Chain Innovation Network of Chicago (SINC)

The Supply Chain Innovation Network of Chicago (SINC) has two overarching themes: 1) support sustained investment in the region's infrastructure and 2) encourage private sector growth by advancing the business interests of transportation, distribution and logistics companies, as well as the businesses that service and supply the industries that comprise this cornerstone of Illinois' economy. Launched in 2013 by World Business Chicago, the City's economic development agency, SINC is uniquely situated as the chief private sector advocate for TDL industries' interface with Illinois state and local government agencies and officials concerned with promoting business and economic growth. Please visit the SINC web site at: www.supplychainchicago.com.

MEDIA SPONSORS

Supply Chain Management Review

Following a similar model to the Harvard Business Review, SCMR primarily publishes columns and features contributed by business school professors, supply chain management practitioners and industry analysts. Topics including sourcing and procurement, software and technology, transportation and logistics, supply chain education, and other topics relating to the supply chain. SCMR also publishes numerous case studies featuring companies such as Wal-Mart, Motorola, IBM and Pfizer. Visit the website at www.scmr.com.

Supply Chain 24/7

Supply Chain 24/7 is the ultimate online business resource for Transportation, Distribution, Logistics and Supply Chain professionals. Peerless Media brings together the best minds in the industry and the latest News, Reports, Case Studies, White Papers, Webcasts, Research and more! Only on Supply Chain 24/7, you will find everything you need when researching companies, trends and industries.
As the most trusted and relevant content provider in the Supply Chain industry, we bring together all the latest news and industry intelligence from our flagship multi-media publications; Logistics Management, Modern Materials Handling, Supply Chain Management Review, and Material Handling Product News. In addition, we add trusted market analysis and trends from our Research Group, PRG, collateral from industry leaders and relevant content from across the web to bring professionals in the industry unparalleled access to customized content. For more information, go to www.supplychain247.com.

Logistics Management

Established in 1962, Logistics Management magazine is published monthly. Special reports, like the Logistics Outlook in January and the Buyers Guide in December, are provided on an annual basis. Logistics Management reaches the largest number of logistics professionals in the industry. Additionally, no other industry publication reaches nearly as many audited buying influencers of logistics services, technology, and equipment. For more information about Logistics Management, please visit www.logisticsmgmt.com.

Register for the Supply Chain Outlook Summit Today!

General questions regarding the Supply Chain Outlook Summit should go to Amy Reddington at [email protected] or by calling 508.663.1500.

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