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Supply Chain Conferences and Events 2026 - 2027

Explore the latest strategies in supply chain management, sourcing and procurement to build resilient and innovative supply chains.

Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™, Planning Summit and Leaders Forum

Explore global supply chain conferences for exclusive insights and networking opportunities with supply chain executive peers. Click the links below to explore events in your region.

Who should attend Gartner supply chain conferences

Connect with global Gartner supply chain analysts and fellow industry leaders to enhance your supply chain management, sourcing and IT procurement strategies.

  • CSCOs and heads of supply chain

  • Heads of supply chain planning

  • Heads of sourcing and procurement

  • Heads of logistics and distribution

  • Heads of manufacturing

  • Supply chain management professionals

Why you should attend Gartner supply chain conferences

At this supply chain conference, you'll gain the essential insights, strategies and frameworks for effective supply chain management that is dynamic by design. Chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) and supply chain leaders aiming to excel in global supply chain operations and logistics engineering can hear from Gartner analysts on topics including sourcing and procurement, helping you and your team embrace AI, rethink operating models and predict disruptions like tariffs and cyberattacks.

Explore networking opportunities with over 6,000 supply chain management professionals globally and vet new technologies at the Supply Chain Xpo with innovative solution providers. Don't miss this chance to connect with supply chain executives and experts at a top supply chain planning, procurement and logistics conference.

Session Spotlights

  • Agentic AI in Procurement: Separating Hype From Reality

  • Elevate Your Leadership by Illustrating Supply Chain Value

  • Leading Supply Chain Into the Autonomous Era

  • Cracking the AI Code in Logistics: Making AI Work at Scale

AI coverage at Gartner Supply Chain Conferences

Explore how CSCOs, strategy leaders, planners, CPOs and logistics leaders can gain actionable insights into applying AI for forecasting, procurement automation, logistics optimization, risk management and workforce enablement while advancing toward autonomous supply chain capabilities.

Find the event that works best for you.

AI skills and insights you’ll walk away with:

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How to build foundations to scale AI, including data quality, governance, talent development and process modernization

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How to apply AI across forecasting, autonomous sourcing, contract intelligence, logistics optimization and real‑time risk management

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How to turn AI ambition into results by aligning operating models, change management and enterprisewide adoption strategies

“Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo has been a fantastic opportunity to connect with colleagues and partners, share new ideas and bring inspiration to drive improvements in my organization.”

Sean McIntyre, VP, Supply Chain
Nestlé

Supply chain conferences and events FAQs

Are there case studies of successful supply chain or procurement strategies?

Many Gartner conference sessions include case studies or real-world examples, gathered from exclusive insights with clients, to illustrate the impact of insights and strategies in action.

What are the latest trends and technologies in supply chain management that will be discussed?

The conference will highlight how supply chain leaders are renewing, rethinking and recoding next-generation supply chains. Sessions will cover how CSCOs drive growth by predicting disruptions, leveraging AI and redesigning operating models to create resilient and innovative supply chains for the future. Experts will also offer strategies for navigating geopolitical issues that can affect international relations and trade, such as tariffs. 

What are the main topics covered at the supply chain conference?

The conference will cover AI ROI, cost optimization, risk and resilience, transformation, talent and growth. Learn how to scale tech, protect margins amid changing tariffs and economic volatility, build agile teams, manage risk and drive supply chain innovation for real business impact. 

How can I access the conference materials and presentations after the event?

Attendees can access the slides shown during each session within the session description on Gartner Conference Navigator, our online agenda-building tool.

Can I schedule one-on-one meetings with supply chain and procurement experts?

One-on-one meetings are available exclusively to full Gartner conference ticket holders. They are not offered to exhibitors or exhibitor conference session passholders. Each attendee may reserve one 30-minute one-on-one meeting with a Gartner analyst.

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