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Calling all logistics leaders! Last chance to join Digital Transformation conference    


With speakers including Andy Street CBE, Mayor of the West Midlands (the fastest growing digital economy outside of London) tickets are selling fast for Logistics UK’s brand-new Digital Transformation conference.

Taking place at The Studio in Birmingham on 19 October 2023, the conference – sponsored by project44 – is a must-attend event for logistics leaders seeking to leverage digital transformation to enhance efficiency, streamline operations and gain a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving logistics landscape. 

This new event willl bring together senior leaders and renowned industry experts for a series of sessions designed to explore the latest trends and strategies driving the future of logistics. These will include: 

  • A focus on the strategic utilisation of technology to help businesses gain a competitive edge via increased margins and improved market performance; 

  • The 2025 UK Border Strategy and the pivotal role IT solutions will play in facilitating seamless trade processes; 

  • A workshop on digital solutions for transport decarbonisation;  

  • A panel discussion surrounding innovative concepts and which of the emerging technologies are likely to deliver the most value to supply chains.   

“Technologies across the economy are advancing rapidly,” says Kevin Green, Director at Logistics UK, “and none more so than those used in logistics, which is an industry that is constantly moving.  In such a fast-paced sector, it is vital businesses are up to date with the latest developments and can identify how new ways of working could be applied to propel their own operations forwards.  

“With renowned expert speakers from organisations including Innovate UK and National Highways, this promises to be an ideal opportunity for attendees to share experiences and collaborate with like-minded individuals to find innovative solutions and stay ahead in this ever-changing industry. 

“With less than two weeks to go until the conference, now is the time to book a place at the event and join the conversation which will shape our industry for years to come..” 

The cost to attend is £199 + VAT for Logistics UK members and £239 + VAT for non-members. 

Book your place now and find out more information on the speaker line-up and programme. 

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Published On: 12/10/2023 14:15:00

 

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In brief

Innovation Working Group’s first meeting

Logistics UK’s new Innovation Working Group will meet for the first time on 8 November from 9:30am–11:30am at 18 Smith Square, London, with Logistics UK scheduled to host this working group two-to-three times per year. The aim of the group is to: 

  • Support logistics businesses through the innovation journey and identify opportunities and challenges for using innovation to deliver strategic efficiencies for logistics.   

  • Help the logistics sector get ready to implement cutting-edge innovations.   

  • Identify and capitalise on funding and other opportunities to support innovation adoption and implementation in the sector.   

Attendees will be joined by guest speakers from the Connected Places Catapult, ZENZIC and DVSA, to discuss how we businesses from across the sector can work together and share best practice to innovate across industry. 

Attendees will also discuss new research by Logistics UK on how businesses in the logistics sector regard innovation, their top priorities and challenges.   

More information about attending the event, including the draft terms of reference and innovation policy statement, will be shared ahead of the meeting for those intending to attend.

To find out more and register your interest, please contact Ben Garratt on bgarratt@logistics.org.uk.   

There will also be the option to attend remotely via Teams.   

 

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