Thank you for attending Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global 2024
Master complexity, control your supply chain destiny

North America’s premier automotive logistics platform returned September 24-26, 2024 to Dearborn, Michigan, uniting senior leaders and decision makers as they strive to master the growing complexity of the supply chain, and take control of their destinies in stable operations, costs, financial results and customer service.

The automotive supply chain remains volatile and susceptible to evolving challenges and risk, from geopolitical changes to extreme weather. In North America, uncertainties continue to impact automotive logistics, manufacturing and distribution, heightened even further in a critical election year both for the US and Mexico. Challenges at the US-Mexico border, shipping bottlenecks through the Panama Canal and congestion in West Coast ports are just some of the issues facing the industry. Slower-than-expected growth in electric vehicles has required even more flexibility in the supply chain as OEMs adjust launch and volume plans, whilst mitigating rising costs across logistics and operations is a top priority. The supply chain is in many ways more fragile than ever, leaving carmakers and component suppliers more exposed. 

Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Global 2024 explored and highlighted:

• how modern supply chain organisations are mastering growing complexity to manage headwinds near and far, and proactively seize control of their destinies across operations, from sourcing critical components, balancing logistics networks to investing more in systems and capacity
• the changing and critical roles logistics providers and technology specialists must play in supporting the manufacturers, offering greater flexibility and visibility with new solutions and partnerships that seamlessly integrate into more detailed and convoluted logistics networks
• strategies and technologies to accelerate digitalisation, improve visibility and automate processes to streamline decision making and control costs
• how forward-looking companies are integrating green transport equipment and materials to reduce emissions and eliminate waste in logistics and packaging.

This event featured multiple streams of panels, presentations, interactive workshops and roundtables covering:

• finished vehicle logistics
• global inbound freight and plant logistics
• service parts and warehouse logistics
• automotive packaging and strategic supply chain management
• programme planning, S&OP, advanced planning and procurement.

We hope you had the opportunity to share your vision and expertise with fellow industry leaders and innovators, discover new solutions, identify synergies, and create opportunities with both new and existing partners. We trust that you gained valuable insights to help you navigate the complexities and take control of your supply chain's future.