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SUMMARY:Optym Convergence 2026
DESCRIPTION:Optym Convergence 2026 is Optym’s flagship annual forum\, bringing together transportation and logistics leaders to explore the ideas\, innovations\, and best practices shaping the future of operational excellence. \nExplore how the industry is leveraging optimization and AI to connect planning and operations\, drive efficiency\, and build agile networks from first mile to middle mile to final mile. \nEvent highlights:\n– 2 full days of sessions\n– Full Truckload and LTL tracks\n– Keynotes\, panels and live showcases\n– 22 speakers\n– 50 companies attending \nProgram structure:\nDay 1 · Sunday\, NOV 1: Welcome Reception · Registration · Dinner & Networking (3 PM – 9 PM)\nDay 2 · Monday\, NOV 2: Optym Keynote · Industry Keynote · Innovation Showcase (7 AM – 9 PM)\nDay 3 · Tuesday\, NOV 3: Founder’s Journey Panel · CIO/CTO Panel · Unveiling New AI Products from Optym (7 AM – 9 PM) \nKey sessions include:\n– Optym Keynote: Optym’s Vision for Optimizing Trucking\n– Industry Keynote: Freight Forward — Past\, Present & Future with Craig Fuller (FreightWaves)\n– LTL Panel: Inside LTL Trucking — Pressure Points & Opportunities\n– FTL Panel: Inside Asset Truckload — Pressure Points & Opportunities\n– LTL Journey in Optimization with Patrick Sugar (Saia)\n– FTL Journey in Optimization with James Trendell (Market Express)\n– Innovation Showcase with speakers from Aurora\, Catena Clearing\, Augment\, Repowr\, Netradyne\, FreightSnap\, and GenLogs\n– Founder’s Journey Panel with Harish Abbott (Augment)\, Craig Fuller (FreightWaves)\, Max Fuller (US Xpress)\, Ryan Joyce (GenLogs)\, Tom McLeod (McLeod Software)\n– CIO/CTO Panel with Corey Goux (MVT)\, Tarak Patel (Saia)\, Tommy Scroggins (Southeastern Freight Lines)\n– Unveiling New AI Products from Optym: Prysm — Document Intelligence\, Appointment Scheduling for Pickup & Delivery\, Dock Management\n– Golf for Fun on Tuesday afternoon
URL:https://supplychaney.com/event/optym-convergence-2026/
LOCATION:Omni PGA Frisco Resort\, 4341 PGA Pkwy\, Dallas-Fort Worth\, 75033\, USA
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:2026 RVCF Annual Fall Conference
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE: November 1st – 4th\, 2026 \nOur Agenda is already in progress and will feature: Retailer Breakouts\, Trading Partner 1:1 Meetings\, Presentations from Industry Experts\, & Networking Events \nRATES:\nRegister by 6/1 and Save $200 with Early Bird Pricing!\nMembers: $2\,199 | Non-Members: $2\,749 \nHOTEL & TRAVEL:\nHOTEL & EVENT VENUE: Westin Kierland Resort and Spa (A Marriott Property)\n6902 East Greenway Parkway\, Scottsdale\, Arizona\, USA\, 85254\nReserve using this link: https://book.passkey.com/go/2026RVCFTradingPartners\nRoom Rates: $364.00 + $10 resort fee* available through Thursday\, 10/1\nYour stay includes*: Daily in-room wireless internet\, Unlimited Local and Domestic Calls\, Daily 1 Hour Fitness Class\, Daily Shuttle to neighboring Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter Shopping Districts\, Daily Pickleball Court use for up to two (2) guests\, Wellness Ritual Experience in Agave\, The Arizona Spa\, Bonvoy Elite Amenity: Daily Agave Spa Pass (Gold members and above)\n*Components are subject to change \nAIRPORT:\nPhoenix Sky Harbor International Airport – PHX\nHotel is 19 miles from PHX\nValet & On Site Parking Available for a fee \nSPONSOR & EXHIBIT OPPORTUNITIES:\nRVCF offers service providers a variety of opportunities to position your company to our membership and event attendees. If you are interested in pricing\, please contact Kim Zablocky at (646) 442-3473 or kzablocky@rvcf.com. \nEVENT DISCLAIMERS:\nPayment must be received prior to event taking place or registrant forfeits right to participate.\nRegistration Cancellations: In the event of registration cancellation\, a credit will be applied towards a future RVCF event\, less a 25% administrative fee.\nActs of God\, Fires\, Strikes\, or Cancellation of Event: In case this event is interrupted\, postponed or discontinued due to various reasons\, the attendee/registrant waives any and all damages and claims for damages.\nMailing List Consent: By registering for this event\, you will receive e-mail notifications from RVCF and our Event Sponsors.\nMedia Consent: The registrants give permission to RVCF to use photographs\, video or audio taken of them at the event in all forms of media.
URL:https://supplychaney.com/event/2026-rvcf-annual-fall-conference-2/
LOCATION:Westin Kierland Resort and Spa\, 6902 East Greenway Parkway\, Scottsdale\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:2026 INFORMS Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Moscone Center & Marriott Marquis San Francisco\, where more than 6\,000 INFORMS members\, students\, prospective employers and employees\, and academic and industry experts will share the ways O.R. and analytics are fueling Smarter Decisions for a Better World. \nRequest a Letter of Invitation: Click below to request a letter of invitation to the 2026 INFORMS Annual Meeting. \nSign up to receive email updates when new information becomes available.
URL:https://supplychaney.com/event/2026-informs-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Moscone Center & Marriott Marquis San Francisco\, San Francisco\, USA
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit\, November 2-3\, 2026\, in Denver\, CO. This event offers planning leaders an opportunity to explore the innovative strategies\, emerging technologies\, and best practices that drive the world’s largest supply chains. \nAs supply chain organizations navigate ongoing disruption and increasing complexity\, the ability to connect orchestration with execution is more crucial than ever. Discover the solutions and strategies that are helping planning teams decrease their response time\, turn decision-making into action\, and improve overall business performance. Connect with industry peers and Gartner experts to gain actionable insights that help transform planning into a strategic competitive advantage. \nStop by our booth to explore how e2open Connected Planning helps supply chain leaders: \n\nMove from reactive decision-making to proactive planning.\nBring demand\, supply\, inventory\, and S&OP processes together on a single platform.\nGain the visibility and intelligence needed to anticipate disruptions\, evaluate scenarios\, and act with confidence.
URL:https://supplychaney.com/event/gartner-supply-chain-planning-summit/
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SUMMARY:American Food Manufacturing Summit
DESCRIPTION:The American Food Manufacturing Summit (FMS) sets the standard for an executive-level food manufacturing conference\, bringing together senior leaders from leading F&B brands and food and beverage manufacturing companies. Now in its 8th year\, this exclusive food and beverage manufacturing event hosts over 200 industry executives\, speakers\, and solution providers for two days of strategic insights and meaningful networking. Discussions focus on innovation\, process optimization\, quality\, safety\, supply chain performance\, and digital transformation\, making it a valuable platform for staying current with key food and beverage trends. \nKey Themes:\nPROCESS OPTIMIZATION\nExamining the future of food automation and beverage manufacturing\nMastering food inventory and supply chain capabilities for operational optimization\nExploring effective food management strategies and trends in food manufacturing\nRecent innovations for food preparation and food packaging in the ever-evolving F&B manufacturing industry\nFood manufacturing equipment and process optimization capabilities\nDriving maintenance excellence through predictive analytics and equipment lifecycle management\nEnhancing quality assurance with digital twins and smart sensor integration\nEmpowering frontline teams through dynamic ownership models and cross-functional collaboration\nLeveraging AI and machine learning to improve yield\, efficiency\, and throughput\nSustainable process design to reduce waste\, water usage\, and energy consumption \nFOOD QUALITY & SAFETY\nAddressing the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) regulations\nEstablishing effective food quality and food safety management systems\nIncorporating sanitary design principles into all areas of food preparation and food production\nAnalyzing potential vulnerabilities and risks in the food supply chain\nDiscussing factors influencing HACCP implementation in the food & beverage industry\nImproving food quality assurance and control of raw materials\, ingredients\, and additives\nDiscovering new ways to optimize food procurement within your organization\nNavigating food compliance and food safety regulations while adhering to evolving standards\nExploring the logistics of food transportation while minimizing environmental impacts\nUtilizing real-time data and traceability technologies to strengthen food safety incident response \nINNOVATION\nIntegrating robotics and autonomous systems to transform food production efficiency\nHarnessing digital twins to simulate\, test\, and optimize food manufacturing processes\nAccelerating product development with rapid prototyping and consumer trend forecasting\nExploring sustainable food packaging solutions and revolutionizing consumption\nExamining the future of food manufacturing with the power of Food AI\nNavigating food evolution manufacturing in the 21st century\nUpgrading legacy operations with state-of-the-art automation and food tech innovations\nStreamlining food procurement strategies and optimizing effective management systems\nUncover strategies for fighting food waste and enhancing food sustainability in the industry\nUncovering the unique industry challenges and opportunities associated with managing perishable food\, ingredients\, and products \nSUPPLY CHAIN\nLeveraging predictive analytics to anticipate and respond to supply chain disruptions\nBuilding resilient supplier partnerships to strengthen end-to-end food value chains\nIncorporating sustainable sourcing practices across ingredients and packaging materials\nUtilizing blockchain for greater transparency and trust in food supply chains\nOptimizing food logistics and supply chain operations for highly perishable goods\nEnhancing efficiency within a global food supply chain network\nDeveloping agility to respond to fluctuating food demands and supply shortages\nAddressing and mitigating constraints in food and beverage logistics\nEnsuring comprehensive bidirectional traceability throughout the food supply chain\nAddressing labor shortages in the supply chain and fostering talent development \nFOOD AND BEVERAGE MANUFACTURING SOLUTIONS\nAt this food conference\, executive food & bev attendees can look forward to fostering new relationships with solution providers dedicated to the following areas: Food manufacturing software\, food safety software\, food engineering software\, Sustainable food packaging and food packaging automation\, Food processing automation and food process engineering\, Food and beverage quality assurance\, Food safety solutions\, food waste solutions\, food safety management systems\, and more!
URL:https://supplychaney.com/event/american-food-manufacturing-summit/
LOCATION:Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel\, Chicago\, USA
CATEGORIES:Summit
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SUMMARY:Sourcing and Procurement USA 2026
DESCRIPTION:It’s decision-time for CPOs and Procurement Leaders: how will you transform your function from cost centre to strategic business partner? \nAt Reuters Events: Sourcing & Procurement USA 2025 (November 4-5th)\, you’ll receive industry-specific strategies to elevate procurement’s strategic impact. With practical AI implementation roadmaps\, tariff response frameworks\, and interactive problem-solving sessions\, you’ll leave with the expertise needed to deliver measurable value in an uncertain market and a clear understanding on how you are performing against your peers. \nPosition sourcing and procurement as drivers of business resilience and competitive advantage by developing the digital capabilities and strategic relationships needed to thrive amid ongoing market volatility.
URL:https://supplychaney.com/event/sourcing-and-procurement-usa-2026/
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SUMMARY:22nd Annual European Supply Chain Management Strategies Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join the Number 1 event for Manufacturing and Supply Chain Professionals this November! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe European Manufacturing & Supply Chain Summit is back for 2026!\nCelebrating its 22nd year\, the summit continues to bring together the industry’s top speakers\, technical experts\, specialists\, and leaders for two days you won’t want to miss. \nIn 2025\, we welcomed a record 300+ senior leaders\, delivering insights across 10 content streams and showcasing the breadth and depth of innovation across the industry. \nJoin us for a packed two-day programme tackling the sector’s most critical issues\, led by the industry’s best minds. With plenty of dedicated networking time\, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with peers\, forge valuable partnerships\, and unlock new opportunities for growth. \n 
URL:https://supplychaney.com/event/22nd-annual-european-supply-chain-management-strategies-summit/
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SUMMARY:SEMA Show 2026
DESCRIPTION:The SEMA Show takes place November 3-6\, 2026 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. \nThere is no other trade show on the planet where you can see thousands of product innovations from new and iconic exhibitors\, experience the latest custom vehicle trends\, get access to 99+ free professional skill-enhancing education sessions and make career-changing connections. \nThe SEMA Show is a trade-only event and only open to the general public on Friday\, November 6th. \nSHOW HOURS:\nTue. November 3\, 9:00am – 5:00pm\nWed. November 4\, 9:00am – 5:00pm\nThu. November 5\, 9:00am – 5:00pm\nFri. November 6\, 9:00am – 4:00pm \nREGISTRATION HOURS:\nThu. October 29\, 8:00am – 5:00pm\nFri. October 30\, 8:00am – 5:00pm\nSat. October 31\, 8:00am – 5:00pm\nSun. November 1\, 8:00am – 5:00pm\nMon. November 2\, 7:30am – 5:00pm\nTue. November 3\, 7:00am – 5:00pm\nWed. November 4\, 7:30am – 5:00pm\nThu. November 5\, 7:30am – 5:00pm\nFri. November 6\, 7:30am – 2:00pm
URL:https://supplychaney.com/event/sema-show/
LOCATION:LAS VEGAS CONVENTION CENTER\, 3150 Paradise Rd\, Las Vegas\, NV\, US
CATEGORIES:Trade Show
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SUMMARY:International Robot Safety Conference
DESCRIPTION:Uncover Cutting-Edge Robot Safety Practices \nDemand for robotics is at an all-time high and robot safety is paramount to your success. \nHosted by the Association for Advancing Automation\, the International Robot Safety Conference (IRSC) will examine key issues in robot safety and provide an in-depth overview of current industry standards and best practices. \nAs robotic applications continue to become more advanced\, more capable and more popular\, the need for comprehensive robot safety knowledge increases exponentially. \nFor more than 35 years\, companies have relied on this conference to improve their team’s knowledge about robots\, safety\, and risk assessment. \nGET EXPERT ADVICE: 40+ safety professionals and regulatory officials will speak on the latest safety techniques and requirements. \nSEE THE TECHNOLOGY: Visit the tabletop exhibit hall and meet with leading robotics safety companies who can help you safely deploy automation in your operations. \nWHAT’S NEXT: Learn about updates to the ISO 10218 robot safety standard\, the latest work on mobile robot safety\, and the importance of industrial cybersecurity.
URL:https://supplychaney.com/event/international-robot-safety-conference-2/
LOCATION:Huntington Place\, 1 Washington Blvd\, Detroit\, 48226\, USA
CATEGORIES:Conference
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