Executive Dinner Engagement
Manufacturing Forum 2025 Amsterdam
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16th October 2025 
Amsterdam, Netherlands 
10:00 am - 4:45 pm
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Manufacturers will convene to shape the future landscape. The one-day agenda includes numerous networking opportunities and avenues for sharing experiences, all aimed at inspiring and equipping executives withthe insights and tools they need to thrive.
Manufacturers will convene to shape the future landscape. The one-day agenda includes numerous networking opportunities and avenues for sharing experiences, all aimed at inspiring and equipping executives with the insights and tools they need to thrive.
Agenda
10.00 am - 10.30 am
Coffee & Registration
10.30 am - 11.20 am
Keynote: State of Supply Chain 2025: AI and the Path Forward
Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, yet many supply chain leaders find it challenging to move beyond the hype and implement AI effectively. This keynote demystifies AI’s impact on supply chain decision-making, providing clear insights and actionable strategies to help organizations leverage its potential and achieve tangible business outcomes.
11.20 am - 12.05 pm
IBP, Powered by AI: Turning Data into Decisions Across the Supply Chain
As businesses seek to break down silos and drive more agile, forward-looking decision-making, Integrated Business Planning (IBP) is taking center stage—and AI is becoming a game-changer in making it truly end-to-end. This interactive session will explore how AI is being applied across the IBP process to enhance forecasting, scenario planning, and cross-functional alignment. You’ll gain practical insights into how AI helps organizations shift from reactive to proactive planning, improve responsiveness to change, and unlock greater value across the end-to-end value chain.
12.05 pm - 12.30 pm
Transforming the Seafood Supply Chain: MOWI’s Journey with RELEX
Join global seafood leader MOWI as they share their journey of transforming a complex, fresh-driven supply chain with RELEX Solutions. Discover how MOWI enhanced supply chain operations across markets and hear practical insights into managing volatility, increasing responsiveness, and driving sustainable growth in a high-velocity supply chain.
12.30 pm - 13.30 pm
Lunch & Networking
13.30 pm - 14.00 pm
Building a Smarter Supply Chain for Sustainable Growth: A Fireside Chat with Angulas Aguinaga and RELEX
Join us for a fireside chat with Angulas Aguinaga, a leading Spanish seafood producer, as they share how AI-driven supply chain optimization is fueling their sustainable growth. In partnership with RELEX, they’ve built a smarter, more agile supply chain to meet evolving customer demands while maintaining product freshness and operational efficiency. Learn how they’ve tackled challenges, improved forecast accuracy, and strengthened cross-functional planning — and what lessons other supply chain leaders can take away.
14.00 pm - 14.45 pm
Store Tour: House of Rituals followed by Coffee & Networking
14.45 pm - 15.15 pm
Coffee & Networking Break
15.15 pm - 15.45 pm
Panel Discussion: Succeeding with RELEX: Journey, Adoption and the Road Ahead
Join us for an engaging panel discussion featuring RELEX customers at various stages of their journey—from those just getting started to those already realizing tangible value. This session is ideal for customers in implementation, recently live, or looking to build on early success. Panelists include leading UK manufacturer Samworth Brothers, who will share why they chose RELEX, the business challenges they’re tackling, and how their journey is progressing. You’ll gain insight into the support they’ve received, lessons learned along the way, and what’s next as they continue to drive long-term success with RELEX.
15.45 pm - 16.45 pm
Peer Exchange: Tackling Today’s Supply Chain Challenges Together
Join fellow supply chain leaders for a candid, collaborative discussion on the challenges shaping today’s supply chains — from demand volatility and operational complexity to sustainability pressures and digital transformation. This peer exchange is a chance to share experiences and explore how others are navigating similar issues. Whether you’re focused on improving forecast accuracy, driving cross-functional planning, or adopting AI-driven solutions, come ready to contribute and walk away with fresh perspectives and actionable ideas.
16.45 pm - 17.00 pm
Closing Remarks
17.00 pm - 19.00 pm
Cocktail Reception
Unwind after an inspiring day by joining us for an exclusive cocktail reception with our sponsor, Accenture. Connect with peers, exchange insights, and continue the conversation in a relaxed setting. Enjoy hand-crafted cocktails paired with exquisite Asian cuisine from Rouhi Restaurant, House of Rituals—the perfect way to wrap up the day.
Agenda
10.00 am - 10.30 am
Coffee & Registration
10.30 am - 11.20 am
Keynote: State of Supply Chain 2025: AI and the Path Forward
Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, yet many supply chain leaders find it challenging to move beyond the hype and implement AI effectively. This keynote demystifies AI’s impact on supply chain decision-making, providing clear insights and actionable strategies to help organizations leverage its potential and achieve tangible business outcomes.
11.20 am - 12.05 pm
IBP, Powered by AI: Turning Data into Decisions Across the Supply Chain
As businesses seek to break down silos and drive more agile, forward-looking decision-making, Integrated Business Planning (IBP) is taking center stage—and AI is becoming a game-changer in making it truly end-to-end. This interactive session will explore how AI is being applied across the IBP process to enhance forecasting, scenario planning, and cross-functional alignment. You’ll gain practical insights into how AI helps organizations shift from reactive to proactive planning, improve responsiveness to change, and unlock greater value across the end-to-end value chain.
12.05 pm - 12.30 pm
Transforming the Seafood Supply Chain: MOWI’s Journey with RELEX
Join global seafood leader MOWI as they share their journey of transforming a complex, fresh-driven supply chain with RELEX Solutions. Discover how MOWI enhanced supply chain operations across markets and hear practical insights into managing volatility, increasing responsiveness, and driving sustainable growth in a high-velocity supply chain.
12.30 pm - 13.30 pm
Lunch & Networking
13.30 pm - 14.00 pm
Building a Smarter Supply Chain for Sustainable Growth: A Fireside Chat with Angulas Aguinaga and RELEX
Join us for a fireside chat with Angulas Aguinaga, a leading Spanish seafood producer, as they share how AI-driven supply chain optimization is fueling their sustainable growth. In partnership with RELEX, they’ve built a smarter, more agile supply chain to meet evolving customer demands while maintaining product freshness and operational efficiency. Learn how they’ve tackled challenges, improved forecast accuracy, and strengthened cross-functional planning — and what lessons other supply chain leaders can take away.
14.00 pm - 14.45 pm
Store Tour: House of Rituals followed by Coffee & Networking
14.45 pm - 15.15 pm
Coffee & Networking Break
15.15 pm - 15.45 pm
Panel Discussion: Succeeding with RELEX: Journey, Adoption and the Road Ahead
Join us for an engaging panel discussion featuring RELEX customers at various stages of their journey—from those just getting started to those already realizing tangible value. This session is ideal for customers in implementation, recently live, or looking to build on early success. Panelists include leading UK manufacturer Samworth Brothers, who will share why they chose RELEX, the business challenges they’re tackling, and how their journey is progressing. You’ll gain insight into the support they’ve received, lessons learned along the way, and what’s next as they continue to drive long-term success with RELEX.
15.45 pm - 16.45 pm
Peer Exchange: Tackling Today’s Supply Chain Challenges Together
Join fellow supply chain leaders for a candid, collaborative discussion on the challenges shaping today’s supply chains — from demand volatility and operational complexity to sustainability pressures and digital transformation. This peer exchange is a chance to share experiences and explore how others are navigating similar issues. Whether you’re focused on improving forecast accuracy, driving cross-functional planning, or adopting AI-driven solutions, come ready to contribute and walk away with fresh perspectives and actionable ideas.
16.45 pm - 17.00 pm
Closing Remarks
17.00 pm - 19.00 pm
Cocktail Reception
Unwind after an inspiring day by joining us for an exclusive cocktail reception with our sponsor, Accenture. Connect with peers, exchange insights, and continue the conversation in a relaxed setting. Enjoy hand-crafted cocktails paired with exquisite Asian cuisine from Rouhi Restaurant, House of Rituals—the perfect way to wrap up the day.
At the heart of Amsterdam
Oceans, a locally and globally inspired seafood restaurant, was founded by Vancouver’s award-winning Toptable Group with the philosophy of creating a timeless and approachable dining experience. Executive Chef Andy Kitko sets the vision for the menu inspired by the Pacific, Atlantic, and Mediterranean shores that features the freshest catches available.
At the heart of Amsterdam
Oceans, a locally and globally inspired seafood restaurant, was founded by Vancouver’s award-winning Toptable Group with the philosophy of creating a timeless and approachable dining experience. Executive Chef Andy Kitko sets the vision for the menu inspired by the Pacific, Atlantic, and Mediterranean shores that features the freshest catches available.
Why Attend?
Collaborate, learn and leave better equipped to tackle your keypriority projects
Keep up with the pace of transformation and better understand solutions available
Find common ground, learn from industry experts and sharebest practices
Make meaningfulconnections with like-mindedindustry peers
Why Attend?
Collaborate, learn and leave better equipped to tackle your key priority projects
Keep up with the pace of transformation and better understand solutions available
Find common ground, learn from industry experts and share best practices
Make meaningful connections with like-minded industrypeers
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