Event Overview

The ONLY Executive Supply Chain event focussed EXCLUSIVELY on the Hi-Tech & Electronics Industry

Why Attend?

The Hi-Tech & Electronics Supply Chain Summit is the only exclusive, senior-level event for Supply Chain Executives from Hi-Tech & Electronics Manufacturers and Retailers.  Featuring industry-led keynote presentations, case studies, panel debates and high-level networking, this is a crucial opportunity for any executive striving to create a world-class supply chain in this industry.

Now in its 3rd year, the Summit is recognized as the forum for focussed, high-level discussion of the issues affecting Hi-Tech & Electronics Supply Chains:

Complimentary Passes - worth €2,595

• If you are a supply chain executive working for a Hi-Tech or Electronics Manufacturer or Retailer, you can qualify for one of a limited number of Complimentary Passes – including hotel accommodation. In a tough economic year, you cannot afford to miss this high-level exchange of ideas and strategies.  By offering complimentary passes, we make it as easy as possible for you to attend: Register Now

Exclusive Attendance

• With only a limited number of Complimentary Passes available, the conference attendance comprises only senior supply chain decision-makers from the Hi-Tech & Electronics Industry.  This ensures that every minute you spend out of the office is worthwhile – with every presentation and every networking conversation having real benefit to your work

Industry Expertise

• All of the presentations at the Summit come from supply chain executives in the Hi-Tech & Electronics industry – offering you insider tips and proven strateges – not sales pitches.  See below for examples of previous presentations.

Excellent opportunity to share supply chain innovations in the High-tech & electronics sector and very effective for networking with key counterparts

Jos Andriessen Senior Director Global Physical Distribution Philips Consumer Lifestyle

Great organisation, topical subjects and enthusiastic participants made it an enjoyable and educational event - very glad I attended!

Elle Irwin Supply Chain Manager Sphere Medical Ltd

What Will I Learn?

At the Hi-Tech & Electronics Supply Chain Summit, you’ll hear only from your peers at the top of your industry.  Their insight and case studies will give you proven strategies that have propelled their supply chains to world-class status.

With a focus on quality industry-led presentations, the Summit is specifically designed to give you useful insight and key knowledge that you can take back to your company and actually put to use.  The in-depth panel sessions give you further opportunity to really question the experts and benefit from their years of experience.

For a sample of the Summits top-quality presentations, look at last year’s slides

Or, view last year’s programme

Here’s what last year’s participants thought:

Excellent opportunity to share supply chain innovations in the High-tech & electronics sector and very effective for networking with key counterparts

Jos Andriessen Senior Director Global Physical Distribution Philips Consumer Lifestyle

The quality of the programme and attendees was of as high standard, resulting in indepth discussions.

Sander van Nieuwenhuijzen Operations Manager Thermo Fisher Scientific

The event was a good benchmark to see what are the topics in the supply chain industry. It as also a good opportuntiy to meet other companies in the industry

Alexander Hemler Directory of Transport Canon

Very good to see and compare what other companies in the industry are facing and doing in their Supply Chain

Martijn van Beek Supply Chain Leader North Alcatel-Lucent

2008 Topics and Speakers Included:

	How to realize substantial savings and improve your competitive position by taking a fresh approach in your supply chain management Hugh Aitken VP European Operations Sun Microsystems
	How to develop a world class global supply chain Maurits Matthijsse Logistics Director Europe Samsung Electronics
	Travel step-by-step along Nikon’s road to outsourced logistics Stef van Haaren Supply Chain & Logistics Manager Nikon Europe
	Pros and Cons of outsourcing the hi-tech supply chain Dave Williams Director of Manufacturing EMEA Microsoft
	Inventory management evolution: how to classify criticality of your inventory position Eyal Knoll Senior Manager Service Operations Emerging Markets East Cisco
	The impact of Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Jonathan Perry Take Back Compliance Manager Dell
	How to achieve a streamlined supply chain with customer-specific solutions: Lessons from Thermo Fisher's recent outsourcing success story Sander van Nieuwenhuijzen Operations Manager Thermofisher Frank van Krieken Sourcing Manager Thermofisher
	The true value of greening your supply chain operations: Cost reduction across your entire supply network Christian Verstraete Solutions & Technology Integration Manufacturing & Distribution Industry HP

Who Can Attend for Free?

If you are a Supply Chain Executive working for a Hi-Tech or Electronics manufacturer or retailer, you can attend this Summit for free - we'll even cover your hotel. Simply register here

See below for the types of companies and job titles who can attend the Summit.  Are your competitors benefitting without you?

It was a very good opportunity to learn what other Hi- Tech Companies are doing to improve their supply chains.

Vincent Withagen Senior SC Project Manager Xerox

What type of companies can attend?

• Semiconductor Manufacturers
• Microchip Manufacturers
• Comsumer Electronics Manufacturers
• Computer Manufacturers – Hardware & Software
• Industrial Equipment Manufacturers
• Medical Devices Manufacturers
• Telecomms Manufacturers
• Battery Manufacturers
• Hi-Tech or Electronics Retailers and Wholesalers

Who qualifies for a complimentary pass?

• CEO
• CTO
• VP Supply Chain
• VP Operations
• VP Procurement
• VP Transport & Logistics
• Senior Supply Chain Director
• Logistics Director
• Director Transport
• Freight Manager
• ...and all similar equivalents!

Very professionnal organization, good presentations and very useful networking.

Pascal Fernandez Director EMEA Sales and Customer Operations Avnet