Automotive Logistics Global 2010

Pre-conference cocktail reception and registration   

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Registration

Session 1

Coffee Break

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Session 2

WORKSHOP 1a	WORKSHOP 1b	WORKSHOP 1c
Information flow and order management	SUPPLIER’S SUPPLY CHAIN   You are not the weakest link	SOLUTIONS     Unwrapping the packaging goldmine
Ensuring that all stakeholders from dealers to logistics providers to carmakers are receiving the right information at the right time, and then using it to plan and execute better.           Speakers: Mike Mulligan, Director, Global Automotive Solutions Management, Zebra Enterprise Solutions   Matthias Berlit, Vice Presdient Manufacturing Logistics, INFORM GmbH	Every supply chain is only as strong as each individual link. A discussion of strategies for managing down the tiers, including IT systems and deciding delivery terms.   Panellist: Michael Meier, Lean Supply Chain Manager (SSD), LEAR	The potential savings from a good packaging program have been described as a goldmine. This workshop examines the opportunities.       Moderator: Camille Chism, Packaging Engineer, Chrysler   Panellist: Tim Nickell, Global Manager-Packaging Engineering, Visteon Corporation

Lunch

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Session 3

WORKSHOP 2a	WORKSHOP 2b	WORKSHOP 2c
Capacity crunch or capacity glut?	SUPPLIER’S SUPPLY CHAIN   Spot the difference	SOLUTIONS     The IT crowd
Is the industry heading toward a dangerous shortfall in transport assets, drivers and storage, or will overinvestment lead back to over-capacity? How can LSPs learn to break this cycle?       Moderator: Mike Nelson, Highway Logistics, Toyota Logistics Services   Speakers: Steve Jones, Managing Director, Vehnet   Walter Lowe, Manager, North American Vehicle Logistics, Ford Motor Company Bob Farrell, Executive Director, Automobile Carriers Conference   Panellist: Steve Tripp, Head, Worldwide Vehicle Transportation, Chrysler	A tier supplier has different requirements from a carmaker. This session will explore in-depth the specialities that logistics providers and supply chain managers must consider.     Speaker: Sylvia Hill, Global Logistics Director, Delphi	An examination of these oh-so important electronic links that do not quite link up the wayt hey are supposed to.

Coffee Break

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Session 4

The global marketplace has changed automotive logistics but its benefits and consequences are not universal; this session will help manufacturers and providers manage expectations going forward.      

Globalization – the idea versus the reality

Speakers:

Stephen Harley, Executive Director, Global – Material Planning & Logistics and N.A. Parts Supply & Logistics, Ford Motor Company

Jasjit Sethi, CEO, TCI Supply Chain Solutions

Gala Dinner  

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Registration

Scott Grady, Senior Vice President, Landstar Carrier Group

Michelle Braun, Director, North American Inbound Logistics, General Motors

Coffee Break

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Session 6

WORKSHOP 3a	WORKSHOP 3b	WORKSHOP 3c
Import and export supply chain	SUPPLIER’S SUPPLY CHAIN   Far, a long, long way to go	SOLUTIONS     Special DHL Exel workshop – Growth through turbulent times
The impact of globalization on the vehicle logistics industry, including preparing for the new trade lanes.         Moderator: Greg May, President, Jack Cooper Transport   Speaker: Scott Mabry, Manager Transportation, Volkswagen USA	Global platforms and low cost country sourcing have led to long supply chains for suppliers–this session will discuss strategies for supplying and sourcing globally.   Panellist: Evelyn Chiang, VP Supply Chain & Information Technology, Tesla Motors	Two special case studies                 Moderator: Vince Peters, Vice Vice President, DHL Exel   Speakers: Pam Stec, Director, Material Planning & Logistics North America, Ford Motor Company   Thomas Lindquist, Director Supply Chain Management, MOPAR Division, Chrysler   Panellist: Gary Allen, Vice President of Product Development & Innovation, DHL Supply Chain Americas

Lunch

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Session 7

WORKSHOP 3a	WORKSHOP 3b	WORKSHOP 3c
Satisfying the customer	SUPPLIER’S SUPPLY CHAIN   Crossdock	SOLUTIONS     Service Parts
What are the changing needs of the dealer and end customer? What do they mean for the outbound supply chain for factors such as lead-time, inventory, frequency and quality?     Speakers: Kathryn Moynihan, National Operations Manager for Claims and Major Damage, VASCOR   Dennis Manns, Vice President Logistics, Honda   Leland Chang, Manager, Quality Vehicle Handling & Claims, Ford Motor Company   Panellist: Evelyn Chiang, Vice President Supply Chain & Information Technology, Tesla Motors	Just as components meet in motion at crossdocks to keep the supply chain flowing, this session will bring together important decision makers to discuss how tier suppliers can collaborate and work more together.	An in-depth look into one of the most complex (and profitable) supply chains, with the most direct impact on the customer experience.

Coffee Break 

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Session 8