Institute for Supply Management Annual Conference (ISM World 2027)

The Institute for Supply Management Annual Conference (ISM World 2027) presents the premier event for procurement and supply chain professionals.

Key Topics

• Navigating change in supply chain management
• Measuring and improving the performance of your sustainable procurement program
• Practical approaches to leverage LLM and AI agents
• Negotiating with suppliers to achieve improved outcomes
• What to do now about international trade compliance in the news headlines edition
• Fueling supplier diversity success through DMWBE certification
• Supply management learnings specific to the life sciences industry
• Combating counterfeit parts in the aerospace and defense sectors
• Determining if your benchmarks are effective and relevant
• Exploring the benefits of value engineering
• Understanding the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on negotiation
• Onshoring initiatives, exemplified by Bath & Body Works` domestic production shift
• Developing talent development programs for supply chain professionals
• The state of the procurement profession: key insights and takeaways
• Ethical and moral decision-making in procurement practices
• Preparing for CARB`s mandate and its impact on fleet procurement planning
• Examining the interconnected nature of risks in the operating environment
• Understanding the CPO key priorities study
• Three things every procurement professional should know about fleet and mobility
• Addressing the question: is your company allergic to savings?
• Understanding the benefits of aligning supplier diversity with corporate sustainability goals
• Navigating a new normal for supply chain resilience in the face of various challenges
• Determining if your organization is a data dynasty or a data disaster
• Driving success in procurement and supply chain through digital adoption platforms

Who should Attend

• Executives and senior leaders seeking strategic insights and networking opportunities
• Managers and directors looking to enhance their skills and knowledge in specific areas
• Individual contributors aiming to expand their expertise and advance their careers
• First-time attendees seeking an introduction to the conference and networking opportunities
• Members of the Women`s Supply Management Community looking to connect with peers
• Those interested in geopolitical impacts on critical supply chains
• Professionals interested in supply chain sustainability and resilience
• Attendees seeking examples of interconnected risks in the operating environment
• Individuals interested in how data is used for managing interconnected supply chain risks
• VIP pass holders
• Ticketed attendees for specific events like the ISM Awards Gala
• Those interested in the ISM International Student Case Competition