All 2026 Conference Sessions

Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit 2026 dives deep into key topics for supply chain to help you address your organization's mission-critical challenges.

Plan With Insight. Deliver With Impact.

In a rapidly evolving landscape, supply chain planning leaders must seize the moment. Join us to build future‑ready teams, advance AI‑driven and digital planning, elevate performance, and drive lasting agility and impact. The time to act is now.

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Monday, 05 October, 2026

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM BST

Technology Doesn't Transform Planning. Behavior Does.
Beth Moller, Director Analyst, Gartner
Have you ever wondered why the most successful planning leaders focus on people before platforms? Technology doesn't transform planning. Behavior does. Join this session to learn why successful planning leaders focus on outcomes, trust and behavior change before deployment, and how to accelerate adoption, decision velocity and business value through manager enablement and meaningful adoption metrics. .Get clarity on the common obstacles that inhibit transformation and ways to remove them for sustainable business impact. ... Show More Show Less

12:30 PM - 12:50 PM BST

o9solutions: How Groupe SEB Transforms Demand Planning Through Digital Capabilities & Collaboration
As the world leader in small domestic equipment, Groupe SEB manages demand across 150+ countries and brands including Tefal, Krups and Rowenta. Sébastien Mauriange, VP Group Demand and S&OP, shares how one data-driven platform is transforming demand planning, improving forecast accuracy, integrating commercial signals and strengthening cross-functional S&OP. A practical look at what works, what doesn’t and what’s next. ... Show More Show Less

02:30 PM - 03:00 PM BST

RELEX Solutions: Two Businesses, Two Approaches — How Bonduelle and Carhartt Plan Through Uncertainty
In this session, attendees will learn how two global manufacturers with very different products - Carhartt and Bonduelle - are approaching AI transformation and supply chain planning. From an 18-month fashion calendar to a harvest-driven agri-food chain shaped by the weather, see how each company tailors its planning strategy using the same platform and how it is driving measurable results. ... Show More Show Less

04:00 PM - 04:45 PM BST

Ask the Analyst: From Vision to Value: Mastering Successful Supply Chain Planning Tech Implementations
Buse Aras, Director Analyst, Gartner
Implementing supply chain planning technology is a pivotal step for organizations aiming to achieve greater agility and performance, yet many projects fall short due to common missteps such as misaligned stakeholder expectations, insufficient change management, and integration challenges. This session will analyze the most frequent causes of failure and outline the critical success factors that distinguish high-impact implementations. The content will focus on practical strategies and real-world lessons to ensure seamless delivery, maximize return on investment, and enable organizations to realize the full potential of their planning technology initiatives. ... Show More Show Less

04:00 PM - 04:20 PM BST

Coolest Vendor Innovations in Supply Chain Planning
Joe Graham, Director Analyst, Gartner
Traditional supply chain planning technology struggles with today’s volatility. Discover the 2026 Gartner Cool Vendors pioneering agentic AI and decision-centric planning. Learn how these disruptive innovators empower leaders to automate complex decisions, adapt in real time, and build an antifragile supply chain. ... Show More Show Less
Tuesday, 06 October, 2026

10:00 AM - 10:20 AM BST

DP World: The Confidence Gap– Bridging AI-Powered Planning and Real-World Execution
Que Tran, Vice President Technology – Ports & Terminals and Transformation, DP World Europe, DP World
Organisations have invested heavily in AI-powered planning, yet planning capability continues to outpace decision quality. Drawing on insights from one of the world's most integrated supply chain networks, we will explore why this gap exists, the characteristics of organisations closing it, and how connecting planning with execution helps leaders make faster, more confident decisions across the end-to-end supply chain. ... Show More Show Less

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM BST

Assemble to Win: The Power of Composable Processes for Agile Decision-Making
Pia Orup Lund, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
In today’s volatile business landscape, agility is no longer a luxury, but a necessity. This session explores how composable processes empower organizations to rapidly assemble, reconfigure and optimize planning workflows for superior decision-making. We’ll illustrate how composable architecture breaks down silos, connects strategic intent with operational execution and accelerates response to market shifts. Provocative Planning Spotlight Track: Future-focused insights for Planning Leaders redefining technology and processes. ... Show More Show Less

10:30 AM - 10:50 AM BST

How AI Is Transforming Supply Chain Consulting
Victoria Bakrudinova, Director Analyst, Gartner
Discover how AI is reshaping the landscape of supply chain consulting. This session explores the latest AI-driven tools and strategies that are enabling consultants to deliver smarter, faster and more efficient solutions for their clients. Whether you’re a consultant, supply chain professional or business leader, this session will provide actionable knowledge to help you stay ahead in the rapidly evolving world of supply chain management. ... Show More Show Less

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM BST

OMP: Inside Bayer's Global Planning Rebuild and AI Roadmap— Faster Decisions at Scale
Mirja Meyer, Principal Product Manager, Program Lead IT, Bayer
Karsten Hahm, Program Lead OMP Implementation, Bayer AG
Planning at scale breaks down when processes, data, and ways of working don't move together. Changing how 1,000 planners decide across more than 30 manufacturing sites and 80 affiliates was never just a system replacement; Bayer rebuilt processes, master data, and ways of working. Hear what adoption really took, what changed in decision speed and quality, and where AI fits on the roadmap ahead. ... Show More Show Less

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“Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit provided excellent insights into the latest planning trends and technologies. The mix of [insights], case studies and analyst one-on-one sessions offered real value and actionable take-aways.”

Artem Movchan
Head of Supply Chain Planning, Autodoc

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