LINK2023: The Retail Supply Chain Conference

When it comes to the current state of the global supply chain, weakness is everywhere. Massive dislocations are present in the container market, shipping routes, ports, air cargo, trucking lines, railways and warehouses. For goods to move seamlessly from overseas factories to Australian addresses, the oceangoing vessels, shipping containers, cargo terminals, truckers and railroads all must work together, like runners in a relay race. If equipment gets stuck at any point, delays ripple along the entire chain.

Uncertainty remains high for procurement and supply chain in 2022. Russia-Ukraine War, China’s lockdowns, Semi-conductor shortages… more than ever, the strategic role of procurement management is mission-critical to thrive in the future of business, or, in some cases, survival. Add into the mix labour shortage, wage rises, material shortages, and material price rises as well as diversity and inclusion, sustainable sourcing and environmentally responsible supply chains, and procurement leaders will find that simply ‘buying better’ in 2022 won't be enough to navigate the year ahead.

Be a business person in procurement, not a procurement person in the business. After two years of virtual learning and networking, it’s time to unite the industry in person again. More than ever, procurement executives are driving the commercial stability of their organisations. Balancing digital innovations and sustainable initiatives against a backdrop of global instability and spiraling prices isn’t easy, but you’ve got this. With inspirational keynotes, small-group interactive learning, fun networking events and hundreds of peers to connect with, we can’t wait to welcome you back to ProcureCon.

The annual IMPA conference has been a regular fixture within the overall IMPA London event since the very start. The programme aims to provide highly relevant presentations, demonstrations, and sessions for all of those working in the global maritime supply chain. This year's event offers a fast-paced conference format featuring many of the thought leaders and thinkers in sustainable procurement for the shipping industry.