Leading Supply Chain Transformation Programme Brochure

Leading Supply Chain Transformation Future-proofing a sustainable, high-performing supply chain

Pioneering. Strategic. Future-focused.

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“We are currently seeing radical changes within the Supply Chain. Personally, as I transition from an operational role to a supply chain function, I recognise the importance of embracing innovations, technologies, and strategies to propel us forward into the future.” Ian Marrington European Director of Operations, Kalsec

Who should attend This programme is aimed at, but not limited to, experienced professionals who work in: Logistics Procurement Manufacturing Materials handling Change management Lean innovation Shipping and packaging Freight Purchasing Fulfilment Project management Production development Transportation Distribution Warehouse management

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Successfully transform your supply chain practices

The Leading Supply Chain Transformation programme is a pioneering and rewarding learning experience, designed to inspire strategic supply chain leaders from all sectors to revise their operations and business practices. Global competition, constant disruption and the emergence of Industry 5.0 are forcing organisations to rethink established business models. Now more than ever, it is crucial for supply chains to revolutionise their strategies and solutions to proactively respond to both current and future disruptions, enabling organisations to thrive. The Leading Supply Chain Transformation Programme will allow you to reevaluate your end-to-end strategy, enhance your knowledge, and apply the latest thinking to navigate ever-changing technological advancements and digital disruptors. Successfully influence the future of your organisation by building a resilient and efficient supply chain that is both sustainable and high performing. This course comes with a Credly badge upon completion.

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What you will learn

Lead a supply chain that captures and delivers valuable solutions in the evolving landscape. Explore the latest knowledge, tools, methods, strategies, and solutions to manage your supply chain in the Industry 5.0 era. You’ll gain a clear understanding of current frameworks and practices, and learn how to leverage the new technologies that are being thrust upon supply chain leaders.

You will

Your organisation will gain

• Improve your capacity to optimise and refine existing strategic approaches to establish sustainable supply chain management for your organisation. • Expand your knowledge of Industry 5.0 and how this applies to your organisation – people, processes, sustainability, and new technologies. • Develop a better understanding of the current, global trends from industry research and insights to confidently act upon. • Gain a deeper understanding of the end-to-end supply chain that your organisation operates and identify areas of integration and improvements. • Identify and create effective action plans to influence and inspire your supply chain, that galvanises operations and enhances competitive advantage. • Acquire the latest thinking in supply chain management, strategy, planning, and execution from Cranfield’s renowned experts who are all at the forefront of thought leadership in the field of logistics.

• Improved end-to end supply chain performance to deliver value to your business. • Stronger understanding of fundamental building blocks for effective supply chain management. • Practical action plans to deliver immediate business impact, leveraging your supply chain for competitive advantage. • Improved supply chain efficiency that drives superior financial performance. • Greater capabilities to deliver an innovative supply chain culture whilst adding value to teams, the organisation and to overall performance.

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Four key elements of your transformation journey

Technological innovation Enhance your thinking to leverage new technological advancements that are right for your organisation, improve efficiency and enhance performance, both personally and organisationally.

Lead transformation Lead with confidence to navigate the ongoing transformation of your supply chain. Elevate your strategic capabilities and address current challenges.

Future action Future-proof your operations by embedding your learnings with plans to build a resilient, adaptable and high-performing supply chain for your organisation.

Supply chain management Get empowered with the latest thinking, knowledge, and insights into supply chain management, from the world-renowned Cranfield Centre for Logistics & Supply Chain Management faculty members.

“I recommend this course due to the level of expertise it offers, that is what really makes the difference.” Rute Parreira Sales Manager, Sovena Group

“I decided to enrol in this course to gain a broader understanding of the industry, including current trends, the impact of industry 4.0, and the future of global supply chains. It was crucial for me to acquire the knowledge necessary to optimise our own supply chain.” Célia Pedro Head of Supply Chain, MCA Group

Core content

Leading Supply Chain Transformation Programme is a five-day programme that provides a comprehensive examination of modern supply chain structures, practices, and technology, allowing you to lead your supply chain transformation confidently and effectively. During the programme you will: • Gain the latest thinking in supply chain management, strategy, planning, and execution from a variety of sectors. • Explore the very latest knowledge, tools, methods, strategies, and solutions to manage your supply chain in the Industry 5.0 era. • Deepen your supply chain leadership capabilities, honing your understanding of planning, sourcing, developing, delivering and problem solving. • Accelerate your learning with our Global Supply Chain Management Simulation. An experiential learning environment with peers and faculty, allowing you to practice, rehearse and embed the knowledge gained. • Reflect on your learnings by creating tangible, unique action plans, ready for sharing with confidence with your teams and organisation. • Experience diverse ideas and issues from other participants from different industries and nationalities.

Programme outcomes The programme will help you to: • Drive growth, • Increase business value, • Manage risk, • Boost collaboration across your supply chain, • Guide sustainability goals,

• Address demand uncertainty, • Promote customer centricity.

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Programme structure

Pre-programme – first steps in your transformation journey An optional module for all participants that provides a strong foundational understanding of essential concepts and strategies in the supply chain domain. Explore five key areas: Strategy, Procurement, Warehouse Management, Logistics, and Supply Chain Network (Re)Design . In each area, bridge theory with real-life impact, enhancing your understanding. Engage in activities applying your experiences to the knowledge presented, leaving you enriched with practical insights for real-world success. Spend four-six hours of flexible online learning, offering bite-sized knowledge, to be accessed wherever you choose, at your own pace.

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Day two End-to-End Supply Chain

Day one Supply Chain Strategy

• Understand the importance of aligning your supply and demand, to enhances customer satisfaction and optimise profitability. • Review the significance of strategic procurement and the current challenges. • Revolutionise your supply chain management by harnessing the power of outsourcing logistics. • Discover the benefits of leveraging 3rd and 4th party service providers to enhance your operational performance.

• Recognise your supply chain strategy trigger points and identify how to overcome challenges and implement changes. • Explore how to enhance your agility and durability through a supply chain strategy. • Understand how to develop cutting edge supply chain capabilities to gain a competitive edge. • Discover effective strategies to overcome challenges of supply chain implementation in the real world.

Day three Sustainable Supply Chain

Day four Performance and Profitability

• Delve deeper into the power and importance of customer profitability, unlocking the untapped potential in the competitive marketplace. • Discover opportunities to boost your supply chain performance through analysing performance measurement systems relevant to your organisation. • Embed and enhance your learning with our Global Supply Chain Management Simulation.

• Determine suitable strategic sustainable supply chain approaches for your organisation. • Build a strong understanding of the associated costs, time, resources and locations throughout your supply chain network • Assess and evaluate your network of suppliers to mitigate risk, improve effectiveness and perform due diligence.

Day five Future of your Supply Chain

• Stay updated on industry advancements and come away from the programme ready to innovate and implement change within your supply chains. • Connect with Cranfield’s world leading faculty and industry peers to address some of your most pressing challenges, personally and organisationally. • Explore the exciting opportunities Industry 5.0 presents and how this might affect your supply chain now and in the future.

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Unique and practical programme features

• Experience this long-established but newly updated programme designed and developed by Cranfield’s world-renowned Centre for Logistics & Supply Chain Management. • Learn from our Cranfield faculty, industry experts, and published academics at the forefront of thought leadership in the field of logistics. • Apply your learning with our Global Supply Chain Management Simulation, an experiential learning environment with peers and faculty. • Collaborate with supply chain peers in other industries, building your network and learning from each other’s experiences.

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Programme directors

Professor Emel Aktas Dr Emel Aktas is a Professor of Supply Chain Analytics at Cranfield University Centre for Logistics, Procurement, and Supply Chain Management. She conducts applied research supporting strategic and operational supply chain decisions using predictive and prescriptive analytics. Her work on improving decision-making in the transport, retail, and manufacturing sectors appears in academic and practitioner journals. “This programme offers delegates a well-rounded presentation of the current thinking in supply chain management. It is designed to connect delegates with each other, create opportunities for peer-to-peer learning, and offer innovative ideas to transform supply chains for the new decade ahead.” Dr Abhijeet Ghadge Dr Abhi Ghadge is an Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management at Cranfield School of Management. Previously, Dr Ghadge worked as Assistant Professor and Programme Director of Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, UK. He has over 16 years of industrial, academic and consulting experience working with a wide range of UK, European and Asian organisations.

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