Staying Ahead with Procurement Trends for Expo 2020
The 2nd International Procurement and Supply Chain Conference was held in Dubai, UAE, on September 20, 2014. The event brought together senior procurement and supply chain professionals from over 400 companies across the Middle East, centered around the theme "Staying Ahead with Procurement Trends for Expo 2020.
Key Highlights
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Key Topics:
Strategic Procurement for Mega Events
Procurement Risk Management
- Strategic Procurement for Mega Events: Lessons from Global Projects
- The Rise of Technology in Procurement: From E-Procurement to Big Data
- Sustainable Procurement Practices for the Future
- Procurement Risk Management: Lessons from Global Market Fluctuations
- The Role of Procurement in Business Continuity and Crisis Management
- Developing a High-Performance Procurement Team
- Expo 2020: Opportunities and Challenges for Regional Procurement Leaders
Conference Highlights
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Conference Highlights
Expert Insights
Renowned experts and thought leaders in procurement and supply chain management shared their experiences, success stories, and practical insights.
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Conference Highlights
Networking Opportunities
The conference provided ample opportunities to connect with industry leaders, potential partners, and procurement and supply chain experts, facilitating idea exchange and fostering collaboration.
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Conference Highlights
Diverse Industry Participation
Participants from a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, technology, textiles, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and energy came together to offer a comprehensive perspective on supply chain challenges and solutions.
This conference laid a strong foundation for future innovations in procurement and supply chain management, aligning with the upcoming Expo 2020.
Speakers
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Dr. LeRoy H. Graw
President, International Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute (IPSCMI), USA
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Michael Proffitt
Ex-CEO, Dubai Logistics City
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Dr. Sathya Menon
Executive Director - Academics, Blue Ocean Academy
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Shashi Shekhar
Founder and Chairman, SCLG
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Navaid Khan
Section Head - Contracts, Saudi Chevron Phillips
IPSC 2014 Keynote Speakers
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John Ellis
Chief Operating Officer, Blue Ocean Academy (Special Session and Welcome)
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Dr. LeRoy H. Graw
President, IPSCMI, USA
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Dr. Farrukh Kidwai
Chief Executive, Operational Excellence, FZE, UAE (Supply Chain Management OR Value Stream Management)
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Shashi Shekhar
Founder and Chairman, SCLG (Latest Global Trends of Procurement)
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Tariq Alshaikh
Head of MHL, Engineer’s Office (Technology and Supply Chain)
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Rajesh M. Bhandari
Director, Arihant Education Foundation
