As the world of supply chain management navigates rapid digital transformation and increasing sustainability demands, the CIPS India Supply Chain Summit 2025 promises to serve as a pivotal platform for industry leaders, policy-makers, innovators, and community members aspiring for CIPS education. This landmark event aims to shape the future of logistics and supply chain excellence.
Scheduled for May 23, 2025, at the Taj Vivanta, Dwarka, New Delhi, the summit will feature a dynamic lineup of events, including the Chair’s opening address, the CEO’s message, keynote sessions, expert panel discussions on supply chain management’s role in sustainability, fireside chats, cultural performances, and ample networking opportunities. The discussions will focus on critical themes such as technology adoption, innovation, sustainability enablers, and CIPS’s pivotal role in integrating and educating the community on the latest trends.
Organized by the CIPS India Branch, the summit is expected to host over 125 senior executives from industries such as construction, manufacturing, e-commerce, FMCG, retail, infrastructure, and technology. Key topics of discussion include:
- The evolving role of supply chain professionals in driving organizational growth.
- Transitioning into C-suite leadership to create greater impact.
- Enhancing transparency, optimizing resource utilization, and reducing environmental footprints.
- CIPS’s role in transforming the community and reshaping industry dynamics through innovative initiatives.
Key Highlights of the Summit:
- CIPS India Branch Chair’s Opening Address and CEO’s Message.
- Keynote Address: On journey of supply chain professionals advancing to the C-suite, highlighting the strategic vision, leadership acumen, and innovative mindset required to make this transformative leap.
- Exclusive Panel Discussion: This panel will focus on how technological advancements can enable sustainable practices in supply chains. Key topics include leveraging AI, IoT, and blockchain for transparency, optimizing resource utilization, and reducing environmental footprints. Experts from sustainability, technology, and procurement fields will share insights, challenges, and success stories..
- Cultural Performances and Quiz sessions.
Speaking ahead of the event, Manish Kumar Jha, Vice-Chair and Host of the summit, remarked:
“In today’s dynamic business environment, supply chain management has evolved from being a back-end operation to a strategic enabler of growth and differentiation. This summit will provide a comprehensive view of how India can position itself as a global supply chain leader by leveraging innovation, sustainability, and collaboration.
With the government emphasizing the importance of robust infrastructure for manufacturing and logistics through initiatives like Make in India and PM Gati Shakti, and India’s emergence as a preferred global manufacturing hub, the summit is poised to catalyze meaningful dialogue and foster strategic partnerships. A key focus will be on addressing global sustainability challenges through supply chain and technology, driving impactful solutions for a greener future.”
Mark your calendar for May 23, 2025, and join us at the Taj Vivanta, Dwarka, New Delhi, to be part of this transformative journey in the world of supply chain management.
