10 Things You Won’t Want to Miss at MODEX 2018
With 900 exhibitors, four keynotes, 100 educational sessions and nearly 30,000 attendees, MODEX is a big show, so start planning your time now. Here’s 10 things you won’t want to miss at MODEX 2018.
1) Keynotes
There aren’t many events where you can hear real-world cases studies from thought leaders on topics ranging from the digital revolution and how it is accelerating innovation to how leading firms are anticipating tomorrow’s supply chain challenges. You’ll also hear from Mike Rowe as he gives an illuminating account of the true nature of skilled labor.
2) Innovative Products and Solutions
With over 850 of the leading providers you will see in-person, in-action how their efficiency-enhancing and cost-cutting equipment and technology solutions can FUTUREPROOF your supply chain.
3) On-floor Seminars
There will be over 100 show floor seminars offered at no cost to attendees. You can customize your learning experience at the show, tailoring it to your specific business needs.
4) New Solution Centers
This year’s immersive, engaging exposition features more supply chain solutions including two new solution centers and theaters on Smart City Logistics and Connected Supply Chain and Transportation and Logistics.
5) Networking
There is no substitute for meeting your peers and suppliers face-to-face. At MODEX, you can connect with a large number of your peers to discuss common issues and challenges. You can do this in education sessions, on the show floor on social media, plus there are networking events for young professionals and for women in the supply chain.
6) MHI Industry Night with Jim Gaffigan
MHI is throwing a party on April 11 where you can enjoy appetizers and cocktails, network with colleagues, discuss business opportunities and your experiences at MODEX. Later in the evening you will have the opportunity to attend a performance by comedian Jim Gaffigan. And the door price is a $30,000 trip of a lifetime! See official rules. Don’t miss out— use this link to order your tickets today.
7) MHI Innovation Award
Do you want to know what’s new in supply chain innovation? An award will be given to MODEX exhibitors in three categories: Best New Innovation, Best IT Innovation and Best Innovation of an Existing Product. Winners will be recognized at MHI Industry Night. You can view all of the contenders here.
8) 2018 MHI Annual Industry Report
This is your opportunity to be the first to have access to this new report on the supply chain trends and technologies that are transforming supply chains. Scott Sopher, the principal with Deloitte Consulting LLP’s Supply Chain practice will join George W. Prest, CEO of MHI in presenting the findings and moderating a panel of manufacturing and supply chain leaders on the report’s findings. They will be joined by a panel of manufacturing and supply chain professionals to discuss the real-world significance of the report findings.
9) Women in the Supply Chain Industry Forum
Join your peers for this interactive event to address common issues faced by women in the supply chain force today. Separate registration and fee required. Register today.
10) The City of Atlanta
Your host for MODEX is the vibrant city of Atlanta. Featuring world-class museums, a variety of shopping districts, ample hotels, restaurants and nightlife, Atlanta is a world-class destination. Discover all things to do in Atlanta.
