International Supply Chain and Logistics Conference
september 22-24, 2026
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215 days 0 hours 12 minutes 43 seconds

Conference Organizer
DATURE
Hall A
Conference room 1
SMART SUPPLY CHAIN DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION 2026

11:00 – 11:10
Maciej Kowalik
OPENING OF THE CONFERENCE
An inspiring, storytelling-driven opening of the event (a breakthrough moment in AI history, a groundbreaking case), during which Maciej Kowalik will:
• present the main industry trends for 2026,
• highlight the role of innovation (AI, automation, digital product passport, data standardization), and emphasize the strong presence of Polish technological thought, including AI, in the market,
• announce key guests and thematic blocks.
11:10 – 11:40
Smartstock guests
DEBATE 1 — AI - A NEW QUALITY IN DEMAND FORECASTING and INVENTORY PLANNING - Topic: Demand forecasting and inventory optimization - how AI designs a new, optimal margin balance in the supply chain - a case study from the implementation
Session Coverage:
• How modern predictive models predict demand with greater accuracy than traditional methods?
• Examples of implementations in the manufacturing, retail, and distribution industries.
• Discussion of the real impact on: reducing excess inventory, reducing out-of-stocks, reducing costs, and increasing margins.
• How companies use internal data (e.g., historical data, seasonality) and external data to improve forecast accuracy?

11:40 – 12:10
Maciej Kowalik
Dr. Eng. Stanisław Krzyżaniak
SESSION 2 – DIGITAL TWINS – SCENARIOS TESTING AND BUILDING SUPPLY CHAIN RESILIENCE Topic: Digital Twins as the Key to Supply Chain Resilience 2026
Session Coverage:
• What are digital twins used for in forecasting and inventory planning?
• Disruption Simulations: The Impact of Cost Changes and Supply Chain Constraints on Achieving Business Goals.
• Risk Zones: Analysis of Demand and Supply Factors
• Scenario Management – Are Black Swans Still Scary?
12.10-12.30
break
12:30 – 13:10
SESSION 3 — Efficient Supply Chain Topic: Financial efficiency of the supply chain - how to calculate whether our activities actually add value?
Session Coverage:
• What inventory metrics measure and why you shouldn't look at them selectively?
• What "silently" generates huge costs in the supply chain and how to get rid of it
• Financial monitoring models, analysis tools, and KPIs that every company should use
• Examples of optimizing total logistics costs using advanced mathematics
• CFO-operations collaboration: why do they clash, and how can they speak the same language?
13:10 – 13:35
ARENA WMS – Smartstock partner – WMS implementation company
Presentation scope:
• Quick WMS system showcases,
• Automatic allocations, intelligent slotting,
• Quality control modules,
• Real-time operational data viewing,
• Integration with warehouse automation.
13:35 – 14:20
Smartstock guests
DEBATE 3 – CUSTOMER DEBATE (CASE STUDIES) Topic: Technology is not enough. What does digital planning actually look like? Implementations, mistakes, lessons learned, and returns on investment.
Debate topics:
• The biggest challenges in implementing technology in manufacturing and distribution.
• What was the most challenging element of implementing change in an organization? (people? data? processes?)
• Re-engineering planning processes – audit results
• AI and data quality in WMS, ERP, and BI – practical advice
• How to measure the ROI of digitizing demand planning and inventory optimization processes?
14:25 – 14:55
GS1 Poland
SESJA 4 — GS1: KODY 2D i CYFROWY PASZPORT PRODUKTOWY
Session Scope:
• EU regulations: what comes into force and when.
• What does a digital product passport look like in practice?
• 2D codes: applications in logistics.
• How to prepare IT infrastructure and processes?
• Impact on returns, complaints, and customer service.
14:55 – 15:00
Summary of the day + invitation to the networking zone and conversations with speakers.
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Celebrating Excellence: Medal Awards Ceremony
This event honors the best of the best, highlighting their contributions to the industry’s development and showcasing the most advanced solutions in the following categories:
Trade Fair Premiere: Recognition for exhibitors who introduced innovative products or services at the fair, presenting them to the public for the first time.
Innovation: An award for companies that have presented groundbreaking technologies or solutions with the potential to revolutionize the industry.
Trade Fair Display: A prize awarded for exceptional booth design and aesthetics that stand out for their creativity and attract visitors’ attention.
Trade Fair Product: An award for exhibitors whose product stands out for its quality, functionality, and significance for the industry’s development, earning recognition from both visitors and experts.
The trade fair studio
We invite you to the Trade Fair Studio, where during exclusive interviews with industry experts and outstanding exhibitors, you will learn about the latest trends and innovative solutions. In this inspiring environment, market leaders will share their experiences and visions for the future, providing valuable insights and knowledge. The Trade Fair Studio is also connected with the Medal Award Ceremony, where distinguished exhibitors are honored, adding prestige to the event and highlighting the importance of innovation and excellence in the industry..
Inspiring conversations and new opportunities – the networking zone awaits!
The B2B Networking Zone is an extension of the conference, offering participants a unique opportunity to engage in direct discussions with speakers and other industry experts. In this zone, attendees can exchange insights, ask questions, and establish valuable business connections in a more informal atmosphere.
Join us to deepen your knowledge, continue the inspiring discussions from the conference, and form valuable relationships that can benefit both you and your company!