Logistics Link South Conference 2011 brought to you by Logistics Manager

Brand new at this year’s Logistics Link South, visitors can attend the FREE conference made up of several keynote presentations and case-study led seminars.

The programme promises to be incredibly interesting, offering insights from some logistics operations that were shortlisted or won this year’s Supply Chain Excellence Awards!

You can book these inspiring sessions now by registering for the show FREE. If you have already registered and want to book conference sessions, you can log back in using your badge number on your registration confirmation email or call our hotline - 08446652049.

Times	15 February 2011
10.00 – 10.45	A1 Getting the most from your Logistics Service Provider: Seven guiding principles for successful logistics outsourcing Prof. Alan Braithwaite, Cranfield’s Centre for Logistics and Supply Chain Management and LCP Consulting
	Buyer networking (45 mins)
11.30 – 12.15	A2 Implementing effective distribution operations Hear about John Lewis’ approach to designing and implementing their new Magna Park facility, including invaluable lessons learnt along the way and how they successfully completed their first real Christmas peak. Learn about their next key challenge of how they continue to develop the site in line with the business strategy to continue to grow both the bricks and mortar business, as well as taking their multi-channel business through the £1billion sales threshold. John Munnelly, General Manager, John Lewis Distribution Centre
13.00 – 13.45	A3 Using ‘intelligent’ EDI to deliver fresh product direct to stores Hear how ‘intelligent’ EDI has enabled Poundland to expand its product offerings to include fresh items, such as sandwiches, eggs, bread, milk and even ice-cream. Scott Atkinson, supply chain continuous improvement manager and trading development manager, Poundland
14.00 – 14.45	A4 The TAILgate Initiative: reducing road freight volume A collaborative venture involving ELUPEG and OmPrompt that aims to reduce the total number of UK annual road freight movements by 1.5% - that’s over 1.5 million movements – by 2017. Stephen Rinsler, Director, Bisham Consulting
	Buyer networking (45 mins)
Times	16 February 2011
10.00 – 10.45	B1 Embracing ‘lean thinking’ Whilst Lean is synonymous with the Automotive Industry the same principles can be applied to improve Supply Chains to deliver significant service and cost improvement. Kimberly-Clark is adopting Lean thinking, tools and methodologies to improve the end-to-end performance of its finished goods supply chain removing lead time, improving service and reducing operating costs. Peter Surtees, Director, European Supply Chain, Kimberly-Clark
	Buyer networking (45 mins)
11.30 – 12.15	B2 Using automation for competitive advantage Hear why Boots UK decided to centralise its all year round inventory in one central automated warehouse in Nottingham, hear an explanation of the solution and a reflection on what made it a success. Alan Penhale, Head Of the Stores Service Centre, Boots UK
13.00 – 13.45	B3 Debate: Reverse Logistics: maximising the value from returns Hear experts discuss this hot topic, which covers everything from the WEEE Directive to multi channel retailing.
	Buyer networking (45 mins)