Tune into an engaging discussion featuring Philip Vervloesem and Flo Daelemans as they recap the recent Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit in London. In this new "on the go" format, discover how discussions on AI, digital transformation, and effective storytelling are shaping the future of the industry. Join us as they explore what made this summit a must-attend and share their anticipation for the next event in Denver this December!

Discover the main takeaways from the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Symposium/Xpo™ 2024, as shared by Philip Vervloesem, OMP's Global Commercial Lead.Learn what made this year's symposiums unique, the presentations that stood out, and the lessons learned from Kraft Heinz’s journey to autonomous planning.

To ensure digital transformation success, as a business owner, you need competent people to drive and executive initiatives. But what skills and roles are essential? In this episode of OMP Talks, Karlien Vanderheyden, Doctor of Psychology and Associate Professor at Vlerick Business School, provides the answers. She shares practical strategies, research data, and helpful framework, including the Digital Leadership Model, “4V” model. Tune in and maximize your digital transformation benefits....

Navigating supply chain challenges during tough economic times requires solid supply chain planning. In times of change, like business transformations, it's vital for companies to focus on creating value.  Join Jack Eggels, former Executive at Shell Chemicals, and Jan Lemmens from OMP as they talk about how to create value, the key role of third parties, and why people and processes matter in business transformations.

How to bring winning strategies to life in the physical and information supply chain? How did P&G approach the information supply chain? And what was the impact of shifting to centralized planning? Bob Herzog, former Senior Director of Planning at P&G, sheds light on the key drivers for success in the consumer goods industry. 

Why set Green Planning objectives? How do these sustainability targets impact supply chains? And what role does technology play?  Niek Vaessen, former Director of Business Transformation at Bridgestone, sheds light on the business value of Green Planning. 

How can effective risk management position a business for success during volatile times? What criteria should be considered when selecting a solution provider? And what strategies can be employed to attract top-tier talent in supply chain planning? Jack Eggels, former executive at Shell Chemicals, addresses the key drivers for success in the chemicals industry.

Discover the main takeaways from the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit™ 2023 in Phoenix, as shared by Philip Vervloesem, OMP's Global Commercial Lead. Learn how this summit stood out, the new topics discussed, and the changing landscape of AI and sustainability in the industry. 

How do you ensure timely product launches? How can you adapt your organization and processes to handle disruptions in a resilient way? And what role do systems and tools play?  Stef Vermeiren, former VP of Global Planning at Johnson and Johnson, addresses the key drivers for success in the life sciences industry. 

Discover the dynamic interplay of agility, sustainability, and innovation at the 2023 OMP Conference in Barcelona.  Join us as we dive into key insights and inspiring moments shared by Philip Vervloesem, SVP OMP USA and Pieter Van Nyen, Director Product Development at OMP.  From Formula 1 agility lessons to transformative co-innovation projects with customers, this episode offers a front-row seat to the future of supply chain. 

Dive into the evolution of OMP’s supply chain software with Software Architect Patrick Van Cauteren, who’s been with the company since the very start. From the first mathematical optimizer application to the full-blown Unison Planning platform, discover the challenges and driving forces behind this transformative journey.

Join our captivating conversation with Bob Herzog, a seasoned supply chain leader with over 25 years of experience at Procter & Gamble's planning department and a key member of the Spark Advisory Board.  He sheds light on the Spark Initiative, which brings together industry and academia to tackle age-old supply chain challenges: How can we deliver the best possible service to our customers while cutting costs and inventory? How can we plan more sustainably? And how can we harness data...

Discover the key highlights and takeaways from the highly anticipated Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™ 2023 in Barcelona, as shared by Paul Delbar, OMP's Industry Marketing Manager. Gain insights into the hottest topics discussed, the prevailing sentiments among companies regarding the future, and the prominent role of sustainability.

Today’s supply chain planning processes are struggling to keep up with the rapidly evolving market dynamics. To address this challenge, OMP launched the Spark Initiative, a think tank that explores the potential of an outside-in planning approach. But how exactly does this approach work, and what obstacles does it encounter? OMP’s Innovation Lead, Jan Snoeckx, explains how it can transform your planning processes.

How can manufacturing companies integrate sustainability data and key performance indicators (KPIs) into their planning process? Which industries are at the forefront of sustainable supply chain planning? And how can other companies follow their lead? Ioana Simon, a Green Planning expert, shares valuable insights on the challenges and best practices of sustainable planning.

UImplementing data science tools in your business can be tricky. How do you choose the best techniques? Which steps are part of the process? And who do you need to involve in the project?  Wouter Verbeke, Associate Professor of Data Science at KU Leuven and experienced expert on the subject, shares best practices for a successful implementation.

What are AIs up to? As AI increasingly influences our personal lives as well as how we plan supply chains it’s becoming more and more important to understand their intentions. Kris Dockx and Broes De Cat talk about the workings of Explainable AI (XAI).