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Wednesday, 22.10.2025

10:00 - 11:00

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Global Economy in Transition – Perspectives and Strategic Directions for Supply Chains

Global economic relations are undergoing a profound transformation: Geopolitical tensions, technological disruptions, climate change, and shifting trade dynamics are challenging businesses and decision-makers around the world. Building resilient, sustainable, and future-proof supply chains is becoming a strategic imperative.

  • Which trends are shaping the global economic order?
  • How are the demands on international supply chains evolving?
  • What political and economic course-setting is now required?

Join us for two inspiring keynotes followed by a high-level panel discussion that will provide valuable insights – and spark strategies to turn global challenges into entrepreneurial opportunities.

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11:30 - 12:30

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Geopolitics and Germany as a business location

Transformation is no longer a buzzword. The geopolitical world order is also currently undergoing a transformation - economic dependencies, new power blocs and strategic interests are shaping the future of Germany as a business location. In this top-ranked panel, participants will experience an analysis of geopolitical power shifts and their direct impact on security, the economy and strategic options for Germany and Europe.

They can gain deep insights and examples to make their organizations fit for the future and navigate it successfully through geopolitical transformations.
 

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14:15 - 15:00

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From vision to reality: How to make digital transformation a success in logistics

Why do digitalization projects fail? Experts from various fields such as industry, logistics services and consulting will address this question. Participants will learn about the typical challenges that arise in digitalization projects in logistics and how these can be overcome. How can you ensure that projects remain within budget and on schedule? How can risks be identified and minimized at an early stage, and what role do leadership, corporate culture and change management play in successful implementation?

This session offers practical insights and strategies to make the digitalization process as successful and efficient as possible.
 

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15:15 - 16:15

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The AI-driven metaverse: The future of supply chains?

The metaverse opens up new perspectives for the supply chain: simulation-supported, collaborative environments allow processes to be designed more efficiently and energy consumption to be optimized in a targeted manner. In intralogistics, AI-controlled fleets - such as robots, AMRs or forklifts - enable precise control in real time. Another key is the integration of metaverse-based simulations into existing ERP, WMS and TMS systems. New players are entering the market, which means that the balance of power is shifting and strategic positioning needs to be rethought.
 

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15:30 - 16:15

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Skills-powered Organizations in the age of AI – Practice Talk

This practical talk is all about the further development of lean through digitalization and AI. Participants will receive valuable insights into how they can use the AI toolbox in a targeted way to optimize lean processes and equip their organization for the future. The keynote speech will highlight a specific example of an application and show how digitalization and collaboration go hand in hand to increase efficiency and promote innovation. This will be followed by an open discussion in which the discussion partners will share their own experiences and challenges to jointly identify solutions for the successful integration of AI and lean.
 

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16:15 - 17:45

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Integrated, digitised logistics networks: visions and challenges

Integrated and digitalized logistics networks are transforming the supply chain at all levels: planning, control, warehouse logistics and transport - important areas that can benefit enormously from successful digitalization. But what exactly does this process look like? What requirements, challenges and benefits can be expected? In three keynote speeches, experts will shed light on how they have approached the implementation of the digitalized supply chain, what status quo they have already achieved and what steps are planned in the medium term. In the subsequent discussion, synergies, advantages and concrete steps for implementing the digital end-to-end supply chain transformation will be discussed. Analogue was yesterday!
 

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19:30 - 20:30

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Verleihung Deutscher Logistik-Preis

Bewährtes findet auf der BVL Supply Chain CX ebenfalls den passenden Rahmen: Auch in diesem Jahr wird der Deutsche Logistik-Preis verliehen. Seit vielen Jahren wird der Preisträger durch eine unabhängige und fachkundige Jury unter Vorsitz von Christian Mohr ermittelt. Der renommierte Preis zeichnet einzigartige innovative Lösungen im Supply Chain-Management aus. 

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20:30 - 23:15

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Networking & Casino-Night

Ein echtes Highlight des Rahmenprogramms erwartet euch auf der Networking & Casino-Night der BVL Supply Chain CX im Congressbereich – exklusiv für Congress-Besucher!

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Thursday, 23.10.2025

09:00 - 09:30

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Zukunftsfähigkeit durch Wandel: Resiliente Netzwerke in Produktion und Logistik

Diese Keynote beleuchtet die strategische Neuausrichtung des globalen Produktions- und Logistiknetzwerks des Volkswagen-Konzerns als Antwort auf die aktuellen Herausforderungen der Automobilindustrie.

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11:15 - 12:00

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Militär trifft Zivil: Von der Zeitenwende in den Goldrausch? - Das Networking-Forum für eine stärkere Logistik-Kooperation

Die geopolitische Lage, NATO-Verpflichtungen sowie die umfassende Modernisierung der Bundeswehr erfordern eine verstärkte zivil-militärische Zusammenarbeit in der Logistik.

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13:30 - 15:00

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Transformation never stops: „Managing the now and the future”

In times of change, storytelling is a powerful tool to engage stakeholders, especially internal teams. To "sell" change, leaders must create a compelling narrative that connects with employees' values and emotions. Transparency is key — explaining the why behind the change helps foster trust.

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13:30 - 14:15

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KI in der Intralogistik: Disruption oder Evolution?

In der Intralogistik verändert Künstliche Intelligenz bereits heute Prozesse grundlegend – von der Automatisierung über die Effizienzsteigerung bis hin zur intelligenten Steuerung. 

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14:45 - 16:15

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Storm-Proof Strategies: Succeeding in Global Trade’s Toughest Times

In an era defined by rapid technological advancements and global uncertainty, the logistics and trade sectors are undergoing profound transformation. Key areas such as digitalization, sustainability, and resilience are reshaping how goods are moved across borders.

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16:30 - 17:30

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Enhancing Supply Chain Resilience in Aerospace and Defense

Recent global disruptions have made one thing clear: supply chain resilience is no longer optional. In the aerospace and defense sector in particular, complexity, limited transparency, and slow capacity adaptation are major challenges.

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Friday, 24.10.2025