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Operating Unconventionally a success

12 May 2011
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The Institute of Operations Management’s Operational Excellence Conference 2011 at Studley Castle in Warwickshire on 11 May, has been hailed a great success after a number of years absence.

As the UK economy slowly emerges from the global recession, operations and supply chain professionals must navigate the significant changes which have developed in their own organisation, in their profession and in the economy. The IOM conference was designed to prepare delegates for the forthcoming challenges facing both themselves and their organisation.

Delegates heard from a list of high-profile speakers including:

• Professor Peter Hines, Chairman, SA Partners and Supply Chain Management Chair, Lean Enterprise Research Centre, Cardiff University opened the conference with his interesting presentation on ‘Staying Lean’, where he encouraged audience participation and feedback.

• Dr Ian Shellard, Global Physical Logistics Director, Rolls Royce plc, gave his presentation on ‘The need for innovation in aerospace aftermarket supply chains’ which held his audience captivated at the forward thinking and innovation applied which has Rolls Royce where they are today.

• Joanna Davies, Head of Business Operations, innocent drinks, gave an enthralling presentation on ‘An S&OP Journey’ which had all the delegates talking as she explained how the company’s supply chain process has changed since it’s formation in 1999.

• Ray Patrucco, Operations Development Manager, Ordnance Survey on ‘How we learned to stop worrying and love the standard’, who explained how they maintain their high standards and ensure their suppliers do too.

• Ross McLean, Consultant, Unipart Expert Practices - Supply Chain, closed the day’s proceedings with a very visual and entertaining presentation on ‘Beyond convention: how not to be average’. This presentation challenged delegates to be innovative and step out of their comfort zones.


Separate workshop streams were hosted by:

• Dr Tony Wild of Dawson, Berkeley & Partners Ltd looked at ‘Improving cash flow’.

• Mark Eaton of Amnis Ltd presented ‘Practical and productive strategy (thinking strategically in unconventional times)’.

• Robin Goodfellow, Managing Consultant, Manufacturing Business Excellence gave a talk on ‘The dos and don’ts of successful Sales and Operating Planning (S&OP)’.

IOM Manager Leonie Edwards said: ‘We are delighted to have been able to put together a very high level programme of subjects and speakers for this year’s event. The conference provided a splendid opportunity for managers to compare notes and ideas with industry leaders on crucial issues. We have received some excellent initial feedback from delegates and speakers alike which is very positive considering this was the first conference after a long absence. Next year will be even better!’

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