Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™ 2026

Join us at The World’s Most Important Gathering of CSCOs and Supply Chain Executives™ to discover insights on how CSCOs and supply chain leaders should predict disruptions, drive innovation, and build resilient, tech-enabled supply chains.

Why Gartner conferences?
Supply chain insights you can trust: Join us at the only supply chain conference shaped by data-driven insights and over 200,000 annual conversations between Gartner experts and the supply chain community.
Validate your strategy: Our global team of 60+ on-site experts helps you create and validate your game plan using actionable business and technology insights.
Grow your supply chain circle: Connect with a diverse network of CSCOs and supply chain executives at a conference that prioritizes strategic dialogues and impactful collaborations.

2026 Conference Topics at a Glance:
AI and Emerging Technology: Now is the moment to prove the ROI of your AI and tech investments. Get sharp insights on where to double down, where to cut back and how to scale breakthrough supply chain solutions for real, measurable impact.
Cost Optimization: Relentless market volatility and supply chain shocks are squeezing margins like never before. Gain practical advice on how CSCOs can safeguard profitability, maintain operational resilience and ensure their organizations remain competitive in an unpredictable environment.
Risk and Resilience: Geopolitical turmoil, economic swings, natural disasters and sudden demand shifts — CSCOs are battling volatility on every front. Uncover bold strategies to tackle risk head-on, build rock-solid resilience, and keep your operations running smoothly to safeguard revenue and secure business continuity.

Featured Speakers:
Jose Reyes – Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Ken Chadwick – Distinguished VP, Advisory, Gartner
Michael Ryan – Director, Advisory, Gartner
Brenda Westbrook – Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Fareen Mehrzai – Sr Director Analyst, Gartner

Special Programs:
The CSCO Circle Program: Designed exclusively for CSCOs to focus on driving long-term growth for the supply chain and create invaluable networking among C-suite peers.
Champions of Women in Supply Chain Luncheon: Designed to focus on building more inclusive supply chain organizations and leadership teams.