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WERC to learn the benchmarking pro- cess and apply it later. 630-990-0001 www.werc.org Oct. 21-23, 2007, APICS International Conference&Expo,Denver,Colo. The 2007 Association for Operations Management (APICS) International Conference & Expo is the premier event for supply chain and operations management pro- fessionals. This year’s conference will focus on the importance of vision as it pertains to individuals, organizations, and the industry. Attendees can choose from more than 100 educational ses- sions covering a variety of logistics and operations management topics. 888-889-4674 www.apics.org Oct. 29-31, 2007, Parcel Forum, Rosemont, Ill. The fifth annual Parcel Forum is the only event covering the entire small-shipment supply chain. This year, the forum offers an increase in peer-to-peer case studies presented by companies such as Google, Sprint, CDW Corporation, Bakers Footwear, and Regis Corporation. Attendees get a unique opportunity to look under the hood of these leading companies to learn the secrets of their supply chain success. 203-378-4991 www.parcelforum.com Nov. 7-9, 2007, Air Cargo Americas 2007 Trade Show, Miami, Fla. Developed in 1991 by aviation leaders, The Air Cargo Americas International Congress and Exhibition is the largest air cargo exhibition in the Western Hemisphere. This year’s show offers industry execu- tives a chance to exchange information, develop strategies to enhance the air cargo industry’s growth, and view the latest products and technologies. 305-871-7910 www.aircargoamericas.com
Sept. 10-13, 2007, Military Logistics Summit, Adelphi, Md. Join the “who’s who” of military logistics at the Institute for Defense and Government Advancement’s leading event for senior- level defense logistics professionals. Discussions will center on how to mod- ernize and transform logistics systems; reset equipment and supplies; and max- imize resource efficiency. The summit aims to help military thought leaders and decision-makers implement the lat- est strategies and program initiatives to ensure the flexibility and preparedness of the military’s future. 800-882-8684 www.militarylogisticssummit.com Sept. 17-19, 2007, LogiPharma 2007, Philadelphia, Pa. LogiPharma presents three days of idea exchange on the challenges and issues surrounding phar- maceutical supply chain management. This must-attend educational forum from Worldwide Business Research attracts supply chain professionals interested in new technologies that can contribute to supply chain sustain- ability and cost efficiency. LogiPharma kicks off with the distribution and trans- portation management forum on Sept. 17, followed by the pharmaceutical sup- ply chain summit, Sept. 18-19. 888-482-6012 www.logipharma.com Sept. 18-19, 2007, RFID Europe 2007, Cambridge, England. Now in its eighth year, global technology consultancy IDTechEx’s RFID Europe covers fast- growth RFID sectors, offering high-level market insight. Attendees will hear the experiences of leading RFID users such as Ahold, IATA, BP, Marks & Spencer, and Sony, and explore the full range of technologies from printed RFID to smart tickets and cards, real-time locat- ing systems, and sensor networks. +44(0)1223-813703 www.idtechex.com/rfideurope
Sept. 20-21, 2007, Supply Chain & Logistics Conference and Exposition, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Hosted by the International Supply Chain Education Alliance, this year’s exposi- tion takes place in Dubai, a fast-growing logistics and transportation hub. Managers from major multinational organizations can attend the confer- ence to network with and learn from global supply chain leaders. More than 100 logistics vendors will also be on hand to demonstrate their products and services in the “demo alley.”
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Sept. 24-27, 2007, LogiChem 2007, Scottsdale, Ariz. LogiChem, a leading chemical logistics and supply chain conference, offers practical insights for chemical manufacturers and dis- tributors. The conference, developed by Worldwide Business Research, aims to help chemical logisticians structure efficient end-to-end supply chains; effectively streamline and connect global inventory management systems; integrate the supply chain with busi- ness objectives to drive accountability, profitability, and effectiveness; and col- laborate with suppliers and customers for increased forecasting accuracy and responsiveness to demand changes. 888-482-6012 www.wbresearch.com/logichemusa Oct. 3-4, 2007, Benchmark NOW!, Chicago, Ill. Distribution executives attending this unique two-day session will walk away with a strategic perfor- mance plan for their companies, based on benchmark comparisons. This fast- paced course from the Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC) teaches the “how” and the “what” of benchmarking through two options: bring your company data so you can actively apply a real benchmark- ing effort, or use mock data provided by
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