3rd Annual Supply Chain & Logistics Summit Philippines

Day One Conference

Registration & Refreshments

Welcome Address by Fortinus Events

Opening Remarks from The Chairperson

Ysabelle Alonzo, Head of Operations, Equilife Medical Equipment Supplies & Services Inc

Opening Keynote: Building for Tomorrow: Government’s Roadmap in Advancing Resilient and Sustainable Supply Chains through Digital Adoption

• Establish national logistics and digital infrastructure blueprints to accelerate connectivity and reduce supply chain fragmentation
• Incentivize private sector adoption of digital tools through grants and tax breaks to stimulate tech-driven innovation and modernization
• Facilitate data sharing and interoperability standards to enable seamless coordination across logistics, trade, and regulatory systems
• Promote public-private partnerships and pilot projects to drive inclusive access to digital capabilities among MSMEs and logistics providers

C-Level Panel Discussion: Future-Proofing the Supply Chain: Strategic Transformation Amid Global Disruption

• Restructuring supplier networks and rethinking regional dependencies to mitigate exposure to global conflict and trade disruptions 
• Balancing compliance with environmental regulations and carbon reduction goals while maintaining operational viability and brand value 
• Rethinking supply chain models for business agility and responding to evolving customer demands, emerging technologies and digital innovation 
• Evaluating the role of nearshoring, reshoring, and smart sourcing strategies in mitigating cost and competitive pressure from shifting tariff structures

Anuj Aggarwal, President and CEO, Canon Marketing Philippines

Streamlining Procurement with Intelligent Sourcing Platforms

• Digitize sourcing to cut cycle times and increase supplier engagement 
• Apply should-cost modeling to improve negotiations and cost transparency 
• Track supplier performance to elevate reliability and reduce risk 
• Integrate e-procurement tools to improve compliance and audit readiness 

Networking Tea Break

Reserved for Blue Yonder

Modernizing Cold Chain Logistics for High-Value & Perishable Goods 

• Use temperature-tracking IoT to ensure compliance and reduce spoilage 
• Optimize routes for cold chain deliveries to increase efficiency and reduce costs 
• Enhance packaging technologies to improve product integrity during transit 
• Partner with 3PLs to expand cold storage coverage and operational capacity

Improving Supplier Experience (SX) as a Procurement Strategy for Cost Reduction, Risk Management and Value Creation

• Understand how a supplier-centric approach can streamline procurement processes, reduce friction, and foster long-term partnerships that drive operational efficiency
• Explore how improved communication, onboarding, and digital integration with suppliers can lower transaction costs, reduce lead times, and enhance sourcing flexibility
• Hear how proactive supplier engagement and transparency can improve risk visibility, mitigate disruptions, and ensure compliance across multi-tiered supply chains

Ariel Faraon, Director of Procurement, JG Summit Holdings Inc.

Networking Lunch Break

Panel Discussion

Revolutionizing Healthcare through Digital Supply Chains

• Adopting real-time data and analytics to improve demand forecasting, reduce stockouts, and optimize inventory levels
• Integrating digital platforms across suppliers, hospitals, and distributors for end-to-end visibility and collaboration
• Automating procurement and replenishment processes to boost efficiency and minimize human error in critical supply flows
• Leveraging technology to improve inventory accuracy and tracking in pharmaceutical logistics

Maria Loutjie Marty, Associate Director, Supply Chain, Asian Hospital and Medical Center

Unlocking Efficiency with End-to-End Supply Chain Visibility  

• Implement control tower technologies to centralize data and reduce blind spots 
• Connect systems across suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors to improve collaboration 
• Track shipments in real-time to proactively manage exceptions and delays 
• Visualize performance metrics to drive faster corrective action 

Interactive Roundtable Session

With 4 interactive roundtable topics on pressing issues, delegates will rotate at each session and be able to participate and deep dive into problems and solutions on every roundtable spread throughout the two days. You will walk away with thought leadership from the subject matter experts at each table.

Roundtable 01: Unlocking Cost Savings through Digital Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

• Consolidate shipments to increase truckload utilization and reduce costs 
• Automate freight audit and payment processes to lower administrative overhead 
• Monitor KPIs in real time to improve carrier performance and efficiency 
• Integrate TMS with ERP for better data flow and operational control

Roundtable 02: Accelerating Supply Chain Digitization through AI & Advanced Analytics 

• Implement AI-powered planning tools to boost forecast accuracy and demand responsiveness 
• Automate data analysis for faster decision-making and operational visibility 
• Leverage predictive analytics to reduce stockouts and improve order fulfillment 
• Optimize real-time dashboards to drive agile supply chain execution

Roundtable 03: Smart Procurement: Leveraging Technology to Drive Strategic Sourcing and Efficiency

• Adopt AI-driven sourcing tools to analyze supplier performance and optimize vendor selection
• Automate routine procurement tasks through digital workflows to reduce cycle times and human error
• Utilize predictive analytics to anticipate demand fluctuations and align procurement with business needs
• Enhance transparency and compliance by integrating blockchain and e-procurement platforms 

Roundtable 04: Streamlining Operations: The Power of ERP Integration in Supply Chains 

• Unify procurement, inventory, and logistics data to enhance real-time decision-making and operational transparency 
• Automate repetitive processes such as order fulfillment and invoicing to reduce human error and improve supply chain velocity 
• Integrate ERP with local WMS, TMS, and CRM systems to create a connected ecosystem that supports end-to-end visibility 
• Adapt ERP platforms to Philippine compliance and reporting standards to ensure regulatory alignment and operational continuity 

Enhancing Last-Mile Delivery through Digital Logistics Platforms 

• Leverage route optimization tools to reduce fuel costs and improve delivery speed 
• Integrate customer feedback systems to enhance service levels and loyalty 
• Utilize crowdsourced and gig logistics models to increase flexibility and reach 
• Automate dispatching and tracking for faster, more efficient deliveries 

Networking Tea Break

SCLS Excellence Awards 2025

Closing Remarks from The Chairperson

Ysabelle Alonzo, Head of Operations, Equilife Medical Equipment Supplies & Services Inc

END OF DAY 1

Conference Day Two

Registration & Refreshments

Opening Remarks from The Chairperson

Ysabelle Alonzo, Head of Operations, Equilife Medical Equipment Supplies & Services Inc

Building Resilient, Multi-Tier Supply Chain Networks 

• Map supply chain tiers to proactively identify and mitigate upstream risks 
• Diversify sourcing to reduce dependency on high-risk regions or single suppliers 
• Develop simulation models to prepare for disruptions and improve continuity 
• Collaborate with partners to strengthen ecosystem-wide resilience 

Panel Discussion: Staying Ahead of Disruption: Strengthening Supply Chain Risk Management 

• Leverage digital tools for real-time risk monitoring to respond quickly to incidents and protect customer service levels 
• Develop multi-tier supplier visibility and contingency plans to strengthen resilience and reduce dependency on single sources 
• Identify internal and external vulnerabilities across the supply chain to anticipate disruptions and minimize operational downtime 
• Collaborate with local stakeholders and government units to enhance disaster preparedness and continuity planning across industries 

Panelist: 

Rai Antonio De Jesus, Chief Procurement Officer, ePLDT

Giselle Geronimo, Vice President, Head of Finance, Accounting and Procurement, Shearwater CPO

Embracing Blockchain for Traceability and Secure Transactions 

• Validate product origins to improve compliance and brand trust 
• Automate document workflows to reduce errors and increase speed 
• Share secure data with partners to improve collaboration and transparency
• Streamline payment settlements using smart contracts for faster reconciliation 

Networking Tea Break

Leveraging 3PLs and 4PLs for Scalability and Growth 

• Outsource non-core logistics functions to scale efficiently 
• Customize service agreements to align with operational KPIs 
• Integrate digital tools with providers to streamline execution 
• Evaluate multi-modal strategies for cost and service optimization 

Interactive Roundtable Session

With 4 interactive roundtable topics on pressing issues, delegates will rotate at each session and be able to participate and deep dive into problems and solutions on every roundtable spread throughout the two days. You will walk away with thought leadership from the subject matter experts at each table.

Table 01: Unlocking Cost Savings through Digital Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

• Consolidate shipments to increase truckload utilization and reduce costs 
• Automate freight audit and payment processes to lower administrative overhead 
• Monitor KPIs in real time to improve carrier performance and efficiency 
• Integrate TMS with ERP for better data flow and operational control 

Table 02: Accelerating Supply Chain Digitization through AI & Advanced Analytics 

• Implement AI-powered planning tools to boost forecast accuracy and demand responsiveness 
• Automate data analysis for faster decision-making and operational visibility 
• Leverage predictive analytics to reduce stockouts and improve order fulfillment 
• Optimize real-time dashboards to drive agile supply chain execution 

Table 03: Smart Procurement: Leveraging Technology to Drive Strategic Sourcing and Efficiency

• Adopt AI-driven sourcing tools to analyze supplier performance and optimize vendor selection
• Automate routine procurement tasks through digital workflows to reduce cycle times and human error
• Utilize predictive analytics to anticipate demand fluctuations and align procurement with business needs
• Enhance transparency and compliance by integrating blockchain and e-procurement platforms 

Table 04: Streamlining Operations: The Power of ERP Integration in Supply Chains

• Unify procurement, inventory, and logistics data to enhance real-time decision-making and operational transparency 
• Automate repetitive processes such as order fulfillment and invoicing to reduce human error and improve supply chain velocity 
• Integrate ERP with local WMS, TMS, and CRM systems to create a connected ecosystem that supports end-to-end visibility 
• Adapt ERP platforms to Philippine compliance and reporting standards to ensure regulatory alignment and operational continuity 

Moderator: 

Giselle Geronimo, Vice President, Head of Finance, Accounting and Procurement, Shearwater CPO

Networking Lunch Break

Activating Supply Chain Finance to Improve Working Capital 

• Offer early payment programs to increase supplier liquidity and resilience 
• Integrate financing tools with procurement systems for real-time visibility 
• Align payment terms with business cycles to reduce cash flow strain 
• Leverage dynamic discounting to optimize cost and relationship value 

Securing the Supply Chain: Cybersecurity as a Strategic Imperative 

• Implement end-to-end encryption across digital supply chain platforms to prevent data breaches and protect proprietary information 
• Integrate cybersecurity protocols into third-party risk management to reduce exposure from suppliers and logistics partners 
• Automate threat detection and incident response with AI tools to minimize downtime and safeguard operations in real-time 
• Educate internal teams and external vendors on security best practices to build a culture of cyber hygiene across the supply chain 

Revolutionizing Warehousing: Automation Strategies for the Modern Supply Chain 

• Deploy autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) to optimize material handling and reduce labor dependency 
• Integrate warehouse management systems (WMS) with IoT and AI to enable real-time tracking and smarter decision-making 
• Streamline picking, packing, and sorting operations through robotic process automation (RPA) and vision systems 
• Enhance safety, accuracy, and scalability by redesigning warehouse layouts for automation-ready infrastructure 

Networking Tea Break

Driving Agility with Modular and Adaptive Supply Chains 

• Redesign networks to quickly respond to market shifts and disruptions 
• Enable plug-and-play logistics providers for flexible execution 
• Configure product flows dynamically to meet service-level goals 
• Adopt agile planning tools to speed up response and reduce waste 

Jeremy J. Gatpo, Vice President & Group Head Supply Chain Management, Converge ICT Solutions Inc.

Connected & Aware: Leveraging IoT to Supercharge the Supply Chain 

• Deploy smart sensors to track assets, inventory, and environmental conditions in real time, enhancing visibility and reducing losses 
• Connect equipment and vehicles through IoT networks to improve fleet utilization and reduce unplanned downtime 
• Analyze data from IoT-enabled devices to predict maintenance needs and optimize warehouse operations 
• Integrate IoT systems with WMS/TMS platforms to streamline logistics workflows and boost responsiveness 

Elevating Customer Experience Through Supply Chain Synergy 

• Optimize end-to-end visibility to ensure accurate delivery timelines, reducing customer frustration and boosting brand trust 
• Streamline order fulfillment processes to enable faster, more reliable shipping, resulting in higher customer satisfaction and repeat purchases 
• Leverage data from supply chain touchpoints to anticipate customer needs, personalize service, and increase customer lifetime value. 
• Adapt supply chain strategies to real-time demand signals, minimizing stockouts and overstock, and ensuring customers get what they want, when they want it 

Jake Flores, Head of Production and Deployment Planning, Coca-Cola

Closing Remarks from the Chairperson

Ysabelle Alonzo, Head of Operations, Equilife Medical Equipment Supplies & Services Inc

Closing Remarks from Fortinus Events

END OF SUMMIT