An In-Person event for Transforming Planning And Decision-Making

Enjoy an unforgettable cocktail and dinner at Hotel Hugo's rooftop bar and lounge, where you'll be captivated by breathtaking views of the Hudson River, Freedom Tower, and Statue of Liberty. Nestled atop a 20-story tower, this luxurious and elevated space is the perfect atmosphere to unwind after a long day and get to know your peers.

Enterprises across industries are facing a greater urgency to adapt to an increasingly complex and volatile business landscape. At the forefront of this evolution are integrated planning and decision-making capabilities that provide organizations with the levers they need to make better, faster decisions at scale. Join this keynote presentation by Brad Palm, Vice President, PreSales, at o9 Solutions, Inc. as he explores how organizations can leverage these capabilities to succeed in the digital age.

Brad Palm o9 Solutions

With rapidly changing consumer behavior, it’s been increasingly challenging for consumer goods companies to generate a high-resolution picture of future demand. In this executive panel, learn from industry leaders as they discuss the innovative strategies they’re deploying and the next-generation planning and decision-making capabilities they’re implementing to adapt to shifting consumer preferences in an inflationary environment.

Gregory Polcer Estée Lauder

アンディ　ウィーラー Toyota

Nikolas Coffrin o9 Solutions

In the past, Kyowa Kirin struggled with limited supply chain visibility and delayed event-response capabilities, leading to missed opportunities and increased risk. Don't miss this keynote session, where you'll discover how the implementation of a Control Tower—a digital nerve center powered by real-time data—has revolutionized the Japanese pharmaceutical group's approach to short-term sensing and decision-making. With end-to-end network visibility and proactive, prescriptive recommendations, Kyowa Kirin now benefits from a real-time, holistic view of its network, empowering them to make smarter, better decisions.

Shailesh Vyas Kyowa Kirin

Stephen Colbert Kyowa Kirin

As technology advances faster than most organizations can keep pace with, IT has shifted from a “cost center” to a “value driver.” Such a shift has required CIOs to play a lead role in digital transformation, with a focus on embracing a platform-based approach to IT that vertically and horizontally integrates different aspects of the business. Join this executive panel to hear the CIOs at Herbalife, Accuity Brands, and Blue Buffalo share how they’re evaluating, implementing, and leveraging AI-driven platforms to power existing businesses, create new lines of business, and enable more agile, resilient, and efficient supply chains.

Bruce Mathews Acuity Brands

Rhonda Vetere Laureus Sport For Good

Jarod Polburn o9 Solutions

Billie Chock Blue Buffalo

Below is an overview of the four workshops available

• Breaking Down Silos with Integrated Business Planning

• ML/AI: The Future of Demand Planning

• Driving Supply Chain Planning Success

• Improving Decision-Making with Partner Collaboration, E2E Visibility, and Control Towers

The path to successfully digitizing and scaling supply chains is not a one-size-fits-all approach. It requires a tailored strategy that accounts for the unique characteristics of each network. In this session, Patty Riedl, Managing Director at Accenture, will share her insights on the key differentiators that set successful leaders apart as they navigate the complexities of digitizing and scaling their operations, exploring the importance of aligning on one vision—a “North Star” from the top down—ensuring that every level of the organization is working towards the same goal.

Patty Riedl Accenture

Leading brands are leveraging AI to improve operational efficiencies and meet consumer demand in marketing, product development, business planning, consumer engagement, customer service and supply chain. Let's look around the corner and see how these organizations are fueling innovation with generative AI to deliver ground breaking capabilities now and in the near future

David Leibowitz Microsoft

In a world grappling with the complexities of globalization and rapidly changing markets, leadership and strategic decision-making have never been more crucial. Join this fireside chat featuring Darrell Edwards, Assistant Professor at the University of Tennessee and former Chief Supply Chain and Operations Officer at the iconic American furniture brand La-Z-Boy. During the chat, Darrel will offer invaluable insights into the nuances of leadership and its far-reaching implications on corporate culture. Aspiring leaders will benefit from his hard-earned advice, while seasoned executives will find thought-provoking perspectives on the key factors driving successful business transformation.

Darrell Edwards La-Z-Boy

In today's hyper-volatile business landscape, both the quality and speed of decision-making are paramount. In this keynote, take an in-depth look at o9 Mobile—a revolutionary mobile application that enables users to make better, faster decisions on the go. Explore how the app, powered by the o9 Digital Brain platform and developed in partnership with Samsung SDS, transcends the constraints of the traditional SCM desktop experience, allowing team members to instantly receive alerts, share information, discuss options, and collaboratively make key business decisions, regardless of their location.

Jenny Ha Samsung SDS

Join Umesh Arasu, Chief Product Officer at o9 Solutions, as he reveals the game-changing capabilities of the o9 Digital Brain, a next-gen enterprise platform transforming planning and decision-making. In this keynote, Umesh will highlight the platform's recent innovations, as well as the patented Enterprise Knowledge Graph for best-in-class supply chain modeling. Discover real-world use cases demonstrating the platform's impact and learn about a novel approach to delivering value and change rapidly, empowering your organization to excel in today's complex business landscape.

Brad Palm o9 Solutions

Umesh Arasu Chief Product Officer

Join us for a fireside chat with Filippo Passerini, former CIO of Procter & Gamble, as he unpacks the pivotal subject of data management, quality, and readiness. Drawing upon his wealth of experience at the helm of P&G’s IT function, Filippo will elucidate the integral role of data in steering the course of digital transformation. In this candid conversation, we will explore how businesses can equip themselves for the digital age. From nurturing a data-centric culture to implementing robust data governance frameworks, we will delve into the nuts and bolts of preparing an organization for a successful digital transformation.

Filippo Passerini Procter & Gamble

Nikolas Coffrin o9 Solutions

Join us for a quick wrap-up session before you head out to enjoy the sights and sounds of NYC. Reflect on everything you learned throughout the day and hear a recap of the highlights. Take this opportunity to ask any remaining questions and ensure you understand all the key takeaways. Then, get ready to take on the city with your newfound knowledge.

Below is an overview of the 3 networking activities available

• Boat Tour

  

• Immersive Art Experience

  

• Cocktail Tasting

  

Cap off an unforgettable aim10x NYC experience by joining us for dinner at Dear Irving on Hudson, Manhattan's highest open-air hotel bar and lounge. Situated atop the 40th and 41st floors, this retro-chic hideout offers breathtaking panoramic views, luxurious vintage decor, and cozy nooks for sipping in style.