Dealing with Supply Chain and Logistics Risk Insomnia

SPEAKERS

Priyanka Gowrishankar Logistics Manager, JBF RAK LLC

ABOUT THE SESSION

In an era marked by complex global risks, Priyanka Gowrishankar, Logistics Manager at JBF RAK LLC, will shed light on a pressing issue facing supply chain professionals: Logistics Risk Insomnia. With over 12 years of multifaceted experience managing freight procurement worth USD 40 million annually, Priyanka has developed a keen understanding of the challenges in supply chain management. She will take the stage at the Container Shipping Conference 2024 to discuss how logistics insomnia impacts efficiency and resilience in the industry, offering proactive strategies for mitigating risk. 

Priyanka will address key challenges in the supply chain, including geopolitical conflicts, pandemics, port congestion, currency fluctuations, and fuel price changes. She will highlight the significance of a collaborative approach like Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR), which improves visibility, decision-making, and supply chain resilience. The session will also emphasize the role of sustainable procurement and digital solutions in creating more efficient and secure supply chains. 
 

Key Topics Covered: 

• Understanding Logistics Risk Insomnia: 

Logistics professionals often face “insomnia” due to risks like geopolitical issues, pandemics, shifting consumer demands, and environmental regulations. Priyanka will discuss how these factors impact efficiency and supply chain resilience. 

• Collaborative Planning for Resilience: 

A deep dive into CPFR (Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment) as a solution to address supply chain disruptions. By improving visibility and decision-making, this approach enhances the resilience and efficiency of supply chains. 

• Sustainable Procurement for Efficiency: 

Priyanka will discuss how sustainable procurement—which balances economic, social, and environmental factors—can improve logistics. Digital procurement strategies like E-auctions can also drive efficiency, while diversifying suppliers and managing spend helps reduce risks like delays and shortages. 

• Digital Solutions in Warehousing and Delivery: 

The final phase of supply chain management involves digital technologies such as warehouse management systems, real-time inventory tracking, and track-and-trace software. These tools ensure better performance monitoring, carrier tracking, and in-transit visibility, helping reduce delays and optimize delivery processes. 

 

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