Economic Shifts

As economies become more global in nature, efficient and cost-effective supply chains become even more important. As a business unit, supply chain is currently experiencing exceptional growth worldwide. But globalization and rapid growth come with a price. Risk.

Moderated by Lou Smyrlis, Editorial Director, Business Information Group’s Transportation Group of Properties, the Economic Shifts senior panel will discuss these and other critical issues:

The Global Outlook on the Economy

The short and long-term global economic outlook will be discussed, along with the accompanying risks and opportunities the logistics professional will face.

Speaker – David Newman, CFA, Senior Vice President, Transportation and Aerospace Analyst, National Bank Financial.

Regulatory and Legislative Changes and Currency Issues

This session will focus on the changes in store for trade, transportation, governance and environmental legislation and the impact these changes will have on supply chain. Exchange rates and their impact on your margin will be discussed, as well as how holding inventory in another country is valued. Monetary value due to currency changes will also be touched upon.

Speaker – Dr. Barry Prentice, Professor, Supply Chain Management, Transport Institute University of Manitoba

Consolidation of the Transportation Industry

Will consolidation become more prevalent and how will that affect capacity, rates and service? Which modes are going to survive and thrive and which will suffer? Pricing issues will also be discussed.

Speaker – Patrick Bohan, CITT, Manager, Business Development, Halifax Port Authority

Infrastructure

Trade and transportation are recognized as enablers of economic development closely tied to the extent to which Canada's economy is trade dependant. This session will reflect on national, regional and provincial strategies required to reposition Canada's economy to enhance existing trade with the United States.

The Supply Chain Manager

Have you ever wondered how a supply chain manager can impact a company’s growth and profitability? What is the new role of the logistics professional? Supply chain managers must learn how to employ the right tactics to show that sound supply chain management can indeed influence a company’s success.

Speaker – Warren Sarafinchan, CITT, Senior Director, Logistics Solutions, Maple Leaf Foods.

Supply chains are now more vulnerable to economic volatility and resulting legislative changes at home and internationally than ever before. How you balance these Economic Shifts will have a direct bearing on your company’s future.