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Eli Lilly’s Mar Gimeno to keynote at NextGen Supply Chain Conference 2026

Eli Lilly’s Mar Gimeno, Associate Director of US Supply Chain, will provide a keynote address at the upcoming NextGen Supply Chain Conference in Nashville.

NextGen extends 2026 award, speaker submission deadlines amid strong industry interest

High engagement from across the supply chain industry has prompted the NextGen Supply Chain Conference to extend both its award submission and speaker proposal deadlines to June 1, giving…

The kinetic balance sheet: Why supply chain automation is a CFO’s problem

Supply chain automation investments are increasingly exposed to infrastructure volatility, requiring CFOs to adopt dynamic, risk-aware financial models that prioritize flexibility over fixed assets…

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Eli Lilly’s Mar Gimeno to keynote at NextGen Supply Chain Conference 2026

Monday, June 1, 2026 · SCMR Staff
Eli Lilly’s Mar Gimeno, Associate Director of US Supply Chain, will provide a keynote address at the upcoming NextGen Supply Chain Conference in Nashville.

NextGen extends 2026 award, speaker submission deadlines amid strong industry interest

Thursday, May 14, 2026 · SCMR Staff
High engagement from across the supply chain industry has prompted the NextGen Supply Chain Conference to extend both its award submission and speaker proposal deadlines to June 1, giving organizations additional time to showcase real-world execution and transformation…

Amazon Supply Chain 101: Enabling efficiency and growth for businesses everywhere—and everywhere they sell

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Supply chain complexity is a reality every business faces — but it doesn't have to be a barrier to growth. In this webinar, Amazon's Mike Schaffer, Principal Tech BD on the Multichannel Commerce & Fulfillment team, introduces Amazon Supply Chain Services…

The kinetic balance sheet: Why supply chain automation is a CFO’s problem

Monday, April 6, 2026 · Dr. Rizwan Manzoor, assistant professor, IMT Ghaziabad, India
Supply chain automation investments are increasingly exposed to infrastructure volatility, requiring CFOs to adopt dynamic, risk-aware financial models that prioritize flexibility over fixed assets to avoid stranded capital. A

Tractor Supply to receive NextGen Supply Chain Visionary Award

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 · SCMR Staff
Tractor Supply has been named the 2026 NextGen Visionary Award winner for its investments in network expansion, fulfillment capabilities, and last-mile delivery that support scalable growth and improved customer service.

NextGen revamps awards for 2026, opens submissions

Thursday, March 26, 2026 · SCMR Staff
The NextGen Supply Chain Conference has revamped its 2026 awards to emphasize real-world execution, introduced a new Partnership in Execution category, and opened submissions through May 15 for organizations delivering measurable supply chain results.

NextGen Supply Chain Conference 2026 opens speaker submission process

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 · SCMR Staff
The 2026 NextGen Supply Chain Conference is now accepting speaker submissions for its practitioner-led event in Nashville, inviting supply chain leaders to share real-world case studies focused on AI, automation, workforce transformation, and measurable operational impact.
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Seeing the full picture: Why service markups are the missing link in cost, quality, and workforce stability

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 · Sylvia Hernandez
Most companies track bill rates, but few understand the hidden markup forces driving cost overruns, turnover, and supplier performance risk.

Tariffs turn supply chain finance from niche tool to core capability

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 · Brian Straight
As tariffs force faster and more structural supply chain changes, companies are turning supply chain finance from a tactical working-capital tool into a strategic lever for liquidity, resilience, and supplier collaboration.

NextGen Supply Chain Conference returns to Nashville in 2026 with focus on innovation, talent, and transformation

Thursday, December 18, 2025 · Brian Straight
The 2026 NextGen Supply Chain Conference returns to Nashville with a practitioner-led agenda focused on how supply chain leaders are innovating with technology, upskilling their teams, and transforming operations across key industries.
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NextGen 2025: Where supply chain innovation came to life

Monday, December 1, 2025 · Bridget McCrea
Industry leaders met in Nashville for the NextGen Supply Chain Conference to share lessons, explore emerging tech and strengthen collaboration across the global supply chain.

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025 · SCMR Staff
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Thank you to our sponsors: You make NextGen possible

Friday, October 17, 2025 · Brian Straight
As the 2025 NextGen Supply Chain Conference opens in Nashville, Supply Chain Management Review extends heartfelt thanks to the sponsors whose partnership, innovation, and leadership help shape the future of supply chain management.

One week to go: Don’t miss the 2025 NextGen Supply Chain Conference in Nashville

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 · SCMR Staff
With just one week remaining, the 2025 NextGen Supply Chain Conference promises three days of innovation, insights, and networking in Nashville—spotlighting AI, automation, and industry leadership across logistics, CPG, food and beverage, and life sciences.

Inside the innovation rooms: NextGen’s small group sessions showcase real-world success

Monday, October 13, 2025 · SCMR Staff
Featuring case studies from AutoScheduler, Cycle Labs, GreyOrange, Hai Robotics, Imaginnovate, TGW Logistics, and eSoft Labs, these sessions deliver hands-on insights into how innovation is solving today’s toughest supply chain challenges.
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