Odette2023
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100% in-person
20 - 21 November 2023
Berlin
22nd Odette International Automotive Conference for
Supply Chain Professionals and Digital Transformation Experts


Few people could have predicted the way the world is today. Geopolitical turmoil, trade wars, real wars, pandemics, rapidly evolving technology and social movements demanding drastic reductions in emissions have resulted in an automotive production environment that is more volatile than at any other time in its history. This volatility means that those who wish to survive must have a flexible and sustainable supply chain capable of reacting quickly and withstanding the pressures of an uncertain and fast-moving environment.
Supply Chain Management in the automotive industry is attracting more investment than ever and has evolved from player to orchestra director, federating internal and external partners. In taking this leading position, supply chain managers have quickly realised that digitalisation and standardisation are two sides of the same coin and that collaboration across the industry is vital to success.
But
digitalisation is not the only road to supply chain sustainability and it is
clear that other, dare we say more traditional, technologies still have a significant
role to play in the drive to save the planet.
What people say about the Odette Conference
“It is essential for me to come to the Odette conference because in 2 days I solve more problems than in a week in the office.”
Volkswagen delegate
“It’s about learning from others and using that knowledge in my day to day job.”
Hella delegate
“It is essential for our company to support the Odette conference to meet our business partners.”
Renault delegate
“I use what I have learned at the Odette Conference everyday with my team.”
Michelin delegate
Speakers & Programme
Monday
12.00 Registration/Networking lunch
13.30 Programme starts
What does a sustainable supply chain look like for Renault?
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Jean-François SALLES
Global Vice President of Supply Chain
Renault Group
The impact of Inbound Transparency on in-house processes
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Sören STADE
Head of Digitalisation Transport Network
Volkswagen Group
14.45 Breakout - Meeting the sustainability challenge
It’s time to take on the climate challenge!
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Jessica ÖHRBLAD
Vice President Strategy & Digitalization
Volvo Group Trucks Operations
Due Diligence: Enabling a responsible supply chain
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Pia HACKERT
Sustainability Programme Manager
VDA
14.45 Breakout - EDI: The enduring technology
EDI challenges in Zanini CZ
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Michal DROZDIK
IT Manager
Zanini CZ
Giving back control to business departments with EDI as a Service
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Zsolt DÖME
Global IT Lead (CIO)
Fuba Automotive Electronics
15.45 Networking break
16.30 Breakout - Supply chain crisis: Can technology come to the rescue?
AI in aftermarket demand and inventory planning – challenges and opportunities
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Dr. Welf SCHNEIDER
Supply Planning Distribution Network Automotive Aftermarket
Robert Bosch
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Miriam KOBOLD
Supply Planning Distribution Network Automotive Aftermarket
Robert Bosch, Automotive Aftermarket
Intelligent logistics networks
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Christian SCHWEDE
Professor for Big Data Analytics
University of Bielefeld
16.30 Breakout - Global standards for global players
Global EDI Standards: Challenges and Opportunities
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Michael SPAETH
VP Lean Research & Digital Development
Elsen
Enabling automated goods receiving using global standards
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Rabea BARTYLLA
Process Excellence Expert Service Source to Delivery 4.0 Solutions
Robert Bosch
17.30 Breakout - Digitalising the supply chain from OEM to dealership
Next steps in outbound logistics digitalisation
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Mike STURGEON
Executive Director
The Association of European Vehicle Logistics (ECG)
Future-proofing communications in finished vehicle logistics
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Benedict BAYER
Product Owner
Volkswagen
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Karsten KAMPOWSKY
Head of Product Management
RIO | The Logistics Flow
17.30 Breakout - Achieving real ‘real time visibility'
API Communication in the Transport Chain - Key to More Transparency?
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Andrea SŰMER
Supply Chain Expert
Volkswagen
Digital economy in automotive without APIs? Impossible!
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Peter HÖFNER
IT Integration Architect
DRÄXLMAIER Group
18.30 Networking cocktail and dinner
Tuesday
09.15 Welcome back
Dealing with the semi-conductor crisis
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Robert CAMERON
Head of Production, Logistics & Aftermarket, Chairman Odette International
VDA
Migrating a multi-brand group to common supply-chain standards
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Michael GORNY
Vice President Supply Chain Transformation Projects
Stellantis
10.15 Networking break
11.00 Breakout - Packaging: Protecting your assets
Packaging quality: The crucial role of Packaging Manufacturers in the automotive supply chain
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Brian MERRYWEATHER
Packaging Engineering and Operations
Nissan Motors UK
Packaging visibility: Keeping a permanent eye on your assets
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Eric LAMBERT
Vice President Global - Packaging
Stellantis
11.00 Breakout - Supply chain set-up and integration
Optimising the digital onboarding of business partners
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Pierre GABAUD
Supply Chain Transformation Expert
Stellantis
IPOs in isolation
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Stella STANTON
Solutions Compliance
Lucid Motors
12.00 Networking lunch
13.15 Breakout - Tools for the extended supply chain
Blockchain: an essential vector of operational excellence?
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Odile PANCIATICI
Blockchain Project Vice President
Renault Group
Transporters: A vital link to visibility
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Pascal BORN
Vice President, Strategic Account Management
XPO
13.15 Breakout - The EV supply chain
Next generation supply chains for new energy vehicles
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Achim GLASS
Global Head of Automotive + New Mobility
Kuehne+Nagel
Packing the Power: The future for EV battery transportation
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Safak AKTEKIN
Senior Commercial Director
CHEP Automotive EU & NA
14.15 Breakout - The scene in Central Europe
Establishing a car plant in Central Europe: Challenges & lessons learned
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David BRINDLEY
Senior Manager – MP&L Nitra
Jaguar Land Rover
14.15 Breakout - The true role of customs in global exchanges
Brexit: Barriers and Bridges
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Olivier THOUARD
Deputy Director of Customs Affairs
Bollore Transport & Logistics
15.00 The next version of MMOG/LE is on the way
Next version of MMOG/LE is on the way
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Christian AIGNER
SCM Supplier Readiness & Development
Ford
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Natalia GAINAR
Customer Process Management Team
Continental
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Guillaume FRANCOIS
Project Manager
Odette International
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James LIEGGHIO
Programme Manager
AIAG
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Mikael MJOERNERUP
Supplier Management
Volvo Group
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Patrick REILHAC
Logistics Project Manager
GALIA
Sponsors
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DiCentral
TrueCommerce DiCentral enables your company to manage all fulfillment channels and software integrations on a unified cloud platform to do business in every direction. We offer Integrated Supply Chain Solutions for the Automotive Industry with real-time automation and exception alerts for unbeatable visibility into your supply chain.
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Ecosio
ecosio is a leading provider of B2B integration, specialising in EDI data validation, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and e-Invoicing.
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EDITEL
EDITEL is a leading international provider of EDI solutions for all industries. Our EDI projects are based on 40 years of experience. EDI is an essential part of successful automotive production. We offer intelligent EDI solutions for the automotive industry.
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SEEBURGER
Having served the automotive industry since 1986, SEEBURGER is a global B2B software and IT professional services provider. We offer leading solutions and services, including combined EDI and API. Innovate your supply chain management and drive efficiency with a single scalable platform, the SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite.
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Tenor
TENOR EDI Services has been providing innovative EDI solutions to the automotive sector for more than 30 years. With more than 2000 customers in 54 countries, we put our expertise to work by implementing new connections between trading partners daily.
Exhibitors
Sponsoring and exhibiting at the event
Odette automotive supply chain conferences bring together some of the most well-known and forward-thinking experts in the industry, along with representatives from a wide variety of organisations at every level of the global supply chain.
Exhibitors meet with key decision makers from automotive companies worldwide – Odette conferences offer unparalleled opportunities for networking with potential customers and provides customers with a chance to engage with new suppliers. True to the Odette ethos, the conference also provides an ideal environment for competitors to share ideas and concepts and pave the way for mutually beneficial collaboration.
Click here to request Sponsorship and Exhibition Information Conference
If you are:
Technical experts – solutions providers, software developers, hardware manufacturers and systems integrators.
Consultants – e-Business, engineering collaboration, sourcing, cross-border invoicing and supply chain management experts.
Marketplace specialists – transport companies, inventory management businesses, logistics service providers and VANs/EDI hub representatives.
Networking
We have all recognised lately the value of face to face networking to build stronger relationships crucial to conduct business successfully. That's why we are planning even longer breaks to make sure you can connect with everyone.
Our VIP Sponsor, EDITEL, provider of EDI solutions, is offering conference delegates an exceptional evening networking event. Special circumstances require special measures and EDITEL have chosen to welcome everyone in the exceptional historic Zofin Palace in the heart of Prague on the scenic Slovansky Island. Starting with a cocktail in the exhibition area, delegates will be transported to this special location to send the evening with colleagues, competitors and customers in a relaxed atmosphere.
Site Visits
A choice of visits is offered free of charge.
Optional visits offered free of charge to conference delegates with limited availability on a “first come first served” basis. Departure by bus from Cubex Centre on Monday morning.
Book your visit when registering.
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Valeo R&D
During this 2-hour visit, you will tour the laboratories, get a demo of ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) on test vehicles, demo of testing in virtual reality and demo of big data management.
Leaves at 8H30.
Returns at 12H00 -
Prague City Tour
Discover the most famous sights and hidden gems of Prague. Travel by bus to the city centre, where the walking tour will start. Prague Castle, Old Town and Old Town Square, Charles Bridge….. you will see them all on this private guided tour.