Past Events Archive

Supply Chain Analytics in Action: Lessons from UPS on Digital Transformation, Technology, and AI

Feb 17, 2026 at 11:00AM - Feb 17, 2026 at 12:00PM

What does supply chain analytics look like in the real world and at global scale? 

In this webinar, Vandana Ramani, VP of Global Strategy at UPS, shares how UPS uses analytics, technology, and AI to manage complexity, improve on-time delivery, and enhance customer satisfaction. Through practical examples, we’ll connect key analytics techniques to real operational and strategic decisions, explore emerging skill gaps, and discuss how supply chain professionals can prepare for what’s next. 

Don’t miss this interactive and engaging event, hosted by Dr. Eva Ponce, the Director of Online Education at...

Real Options for Systemic Resilience in Manufacturing and Supply Chain Networks

Feb 04, 2026 at 11:00AM - Feb 04, 2026 at 12:00PM

Virtual

SCALE Expo 2026

Jan 22, 2026 at 4:00PM - Jan 22, 2026 at 7:30PM

MIT Campus

The MIT Global Supply Chain and Logistics Excellence (SCALE) Network Expo provides a unique opportunity to preview nearly 100 industry-sponsored research projects conducted by MIT SCALE graduate students.

Upskilling Supply Chain Talent

Jan 22, 2026 at 1:00PM - Jan 22, 2026 at 3:30PM

MIT Campus

Join us for an interactive workshop on developing and upskilling the SCM workforce. Join other SCM industry leaders and talent development experts as we identify critical skills gaps, showcase innovative skill development initiatives, and share proven best practices. Designed for SCM executives and talent development professionals.

Executive Education - Supply Chains: Driving Strategic Advantage

Jan 13, 2026 at 8:00AM - Jan 16, 2026 at 1:00PM

MIT Campus

To harness the power of the supply chain as a strategic resource, executive leadership needs to cultivate teams that exhibit a unique combination of both analytical and interpersonal capabilities. Our faculty and instructors include some of the world’s most prominent thought leaders across disciplines.

Virtual Partner Meeting

Dec 17, 2025 at 3:00PM - Dec 17, 2025 at 4:00PM

Virtual

Quarterly convening for members of the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics (MIT CTL) Supply Chain Exchange.

MIT CTL & Mecalux Live webinar: The state of AI in warehousing

Dec 16, 2025 at 11:00AM - Dec 16, 2025 at 12:30PM

Virtual

On Tuesday, December 16 at 11:00 AM EST, MIT CTL's Matthias Winkenbach and Mecalux's Alejandro González will be discussing the state of AI in warehousing live. Register for the webinar for free by signing up for our newsletter. AI is reshaping every corner of warehouse operations — from resource allocation and inventory accuracy to labor productivity and automated decision-making. But how far along is the industry?

SCALE Webinar - City Logistics: Innovating the last mile

Dec 15, 2025 at 8:00PM - Dec 15, 2025 at 10:00AM

Virtual

On December 15 at 8 AM EST, the MIT Global SCALE Network - hosted by the Luxembourg Centre for Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LCL) - brings together top researchers and practitioners for a free webinar to explore what’s next for city logistics. Featuring international experts sharing cutting-edge work on digital tools, operational pilots and policy-driven innovations

Roundtable – The Use of Agentic AI in Supply Chains

Dec 09, 2025 at 8:30AM - Dec 10, 2025 at 1:00PM

MIT Campus

Join MIT researchers and industry experts for an interactive workshop focusing on Agentic AI in supply chains. Additional details to be shared as the agenda is confirmed.

Human-AI Collaboration: Boosting Supply Chain Performance

Dec 03, 2025 at 11:00AM - Dec 03, 2025 at 12:00PM

Virtual

The true power of AI lies in its ability to perceive, interact, adapt, and continuously learn. But unlocking this potential requires carefully designed human-AI collaboration, especially within supply chains. How can we design AI systems to enhance the greatest potential for mutual learning with the proper dynamics between human and AI teams for better long-term performance? Join this engaging session with the Director of the MIT Digital Supply Chain Transformation Lab, Dr. Maria Jesus Saenz, to discuss the latest applied research and field experiments around humans and AI complementary capabilities in demand forecasting and procurement negotiations.