Financial performance and supply chain: Capitalizing on the direct link

LONDON, Ont. — Organizations are quickly recognizing the implications that the supply chain has on the balance sheet, income statement and ultimately shareholder value.

Several influential studies in recent years have been able to show a DIRECT link between supply chain management and financial performance. At CITT’s annual conference this November 11 in London, Ont, a senior panel of professionals from diverse industries will discuss how their company transportation and logistics strategies have evolved to maximize return to shareholders

This executive panel discussion will be moderated by Canadian Transportation & Logistics editorial director Lou Smyrlis, who will engage the speakers in providing real-world examples of specific actions that can be taken to drive improved corporate performance.

The focus will be on identifying practical strategies logistics managers from small to large operations can put to use to make a difference.

The panelists include:

Doug Harrison, CITT President Acklands-Grainger Inc. and Chair of the Board Livingston International Inc.

Kevin B. Hendricks, Professor of Operations Management, Richard Ivey School of Business, UWO

Peter Luit, President and CEO, Livingston International Inc.

David Newman, Vice President, Analyst, Transportation & Consumer Products National Bank Financial

Mike Thomas, VP Hbc Logistics, Hudson’s Bay Company

For more information go to http://www.citt.ca/conference/index.html