# Event Details - **Event Name**: Technology and Supply Chains: Evolution, Uncertainties, and Challenges - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 19 Nov, 2026 at 08:15 am – Thu, 19 Nov, 2026 at 03:45 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: The Boeing Center's 18th annual Industry ConferenceAbout this EventTechnology and Supply Chains: Evolution, Uncertainties, and ChallengesPlease join us for the 18th annual Boeing Center Industry Conference themed, "Technology and Supply Chains: Evolution, Uncertainties, and Challenges." This year's conference will bring together leaders from industry and academia to explore how artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies are transforming global supply chains at a time of continued uncertainty and turbulence. As companies contend with tariffs, conflict, and shifting trade policy while adopting new technologies at unprecedented speed, the discussions will highlight both the risks and the opportunities facing today's supply chain leaders.Hear expert insights on how AI, robotics, and digital tools are reshaping operations, manufacturing, and logistics, and what these changes mean for the workforce. Presenters will share strategies for managing new risks, easing bottlenecks in critical technology industries, and building supply chains that are resilient, sustainable, and ready for the next wave of innovation.KEY TOPICSAI applications in global supply chains, from predictive analytics and machine learning to neural networks, reinforcement learning, and large language models (LLMs)Robotics, blockchain, drones, and other technologies shaping global supply chainsImpact of technology on operations, manufacturing, and logistics jobsBenefits and challenges of heavily digitalized supply chains, with examples across industriesManaging technology supply chains: overcapacity, shortages, and bottlenecks in EVs, batteries, rare earths, drones, data centers, and electronicsBuilding supply chain resilience amid tariffs, wars, and rapid technological changeImplications of technology for supply chain sustainability and corporate responsibilityNew risks in the global economy and how technology can help manage themThis year's lineup includes thought leaders and practitioners from industry-leading firms. The Boeing Center Industry Conference will provide actionable insights, forward-looking perspectives, and a unique forum for collaboration. We look forward to seeing you there!Parking & DirectionsTake Forest Park Pkwy toward Washington University's Danforth Campus.Turn onto Throop Dr., which is one block east of the intersection of N. Big Bend Blvd. and Forest Park Pkwy.Turn left into the Millbrook Garage, pull a parking ticket, and proceed up the ramp until you reach the Visitor Parking on the 2nd level (look for signage).In the event that the Millbrook Garage visitor spaces are full, please proceed to the Snow Way parking Garage (100 yards west of the Millbrook Garage). There are additional visitor parking spaces on the top floor of the Snow Way Garage.​Walk back out of the garage and into the Knight Hall lobby where you'll find our welcome table.Parking validation tickets will be provided at the conference, which will need to be deposited into the exit kiosk when departing.MealsWe will have a complimentary continental breakfast just outside of the auditorium starting at 8:15am. A complimentary lunch will be provided as well.CostThis is a free event, so your RSVP is your commitment to attendAgenda8:15am Coffee & light breakfast outside Emerson Auditorium9:00am Welcome – Andy Sample9:05 – 9:35am Amr Farahat, Teaching Professor in Supply Chain, Operations, & Technology, WashU· “A.I. best early practices in operations, logistics and global supply chains”9:35 –9:40am Q&A9:40 – 10:10am Annika Kunz, Chief of Staff and Logistics Operational Excellence Lead within Bayer Crop Science’s global Supply Chain Management organizationGraciela Lamanna, Global Customer Service Operational Excellence & Voice of Partner Lead within Bayer Crop Science10:10– 10:15am Q&A10:15 – 10:35am BREAK10:35 – 11:05am Matt Pate, Vice President of Global Supply Chain, Potter Global Technologies· “Supply Chain Resilience”11:05 – 11:10am Q&A11:10 – 11:40pm Bill Villalon, Faculty Associate – Supply Chain Department, Arizona State University· “AI and other technologies shaping the future of the ocean shipping logistics industry”11:40 – 11:45am Q&A11:45 – 12:45pm LUNCH12:45 – 1:30pm Panos Kouvelis, Emerson Distinguished Professor of Supply Chain, Operations, & Technology, WashU· Talk title tba1:30 – 1:35pm Q&A1:35 – 2:05pm Doug Krauss, Sr. Vice President of Global Supply Chain, MiTek· AI Impact on Supply Chain & Manufacturing at MiTek2:05 – 2:10pm Q&A2:10 – 2:30pm BREAK2:30 – 3:00pm Mike Lettau, Principal Analytics Architect, Supply Chain, MilliporeSigma· “Decision making in the age of A.I. – how technology is changing the way decisions are made”3:00 – 3:05pm Q&A3:05 – 3:35pm Abhishek Solomon, Product Owner – Digital Supply Chain, Bunge· Talk title tba3:35 – 3:40pm Q&A3:40pm Closing comments – Andy Sample - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/st-louis/technology-and-supply-chains-evolution-uncertainties-and-challenges/100002002297463614 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, science-fair, nonprofit, artificial-intelligence - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: All Ages - Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes - Location: Washington University's Olin Business School - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: St. Louis - **state**: MO - **country**: United States - **location**: Washington University's Olin Business School - **lat**: 38.649432 - **long**: -90.31062600000001 - **full address**: Washington University's Olin Business School, 1 Brookings Drive, St. Louis, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Technology and Supply Chains: Evolution, Uncertainties, and Challenges - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/03d5152a97abe77387ab8adb1014d4140989147889f0d8c44965d1eaaf23cde7-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1790651773 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Technology and Supply Chains: Evolution, Uncertainties, and Challenges being held? - **A:** Technology and Supply Chains: Evolution, Uncertainties, and Challenges takes place on Thu, 19 Nov, 2026 at 08:15 am to Thu, 19 Nov, 2026 at 03:45 pm at Washington University's Olin Business School, 1 Brookings Drive, St. Louis, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Technology and Supply Chains: Evolution, Uncertainties, and Challenges? - **A:** Technology and Supply Chains: Evolution, Uncertainties, and Challenges is organized by The Boeing Center. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at The Boeing Center's events? - **A:** The Boeing Center has 167+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. 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