Globalization is the key to business expansion. However, countless enterprises face the following issues during the process:
How Can Businesses Optimize Cross-Border Logistics Networks to Achieve Localized Operations in Regional Markets Amid the Complexity and Broad Scope of Global Supply Chains?
How Can Digital Strategies Enable Full-Chain Visibility, Ensuring Timeliness and Efficiency Across All Nodes?
What Are Effective Approaches to Mitigate Risks in Cross-Border Logistics Management While Controlling Costs?
To help address these issues, on 27th November 2024, WallTech and Uanser Consulting Co-hosted the Industry Forum on Cross-Border Logistics and Supply Chain Management for Enterprises Expanding Globally.
Over 50 leading companies in manufacturing, retail, and cross-border e-commerce gathered to explore the latest trends and best practices in global logistics management.
Highlights of the Event
Logistics Digitalization Development & Trends for Overseas Enterprises
Guo Shunri
CEO, WallTech
Guo Shunri, CEO of WallTech delivered the opening keynote, emphasizing the importance of data-driven insights and ecosystem collaboration. He explored the Transformative role of AI in Supply Chain Management, addressing topics such as cross-border supply chain optimization strategies, emerging trends, and the ongoing innovations driven by AI.
Highlights of the speakers' presentations will be available on the WallTech YouTube channel
Stay tuned for more valuable insights and cutting-edge trends!
Directions & Methods for Cross-Border Supply Chain Optimization
Ding Weiqiang
Partner, Uanser Consulting
Ding Weiqiang, Partner of Uanser Consulting, provided an in-depth analysis of digital transformation in logistics and supply chain management.
His presentation included:
Industry challenges and current trends.
A maturity model for supply chain digitalization inspired by Gartner.
Strategic positioning, key capabilities, and technology solutions.
Ding emphasized that logistics is no longer a back-office function but a strategic enabler of profitability and competitive advantage. He argued for its role in enabling Integrated Planning, Overseas Supply Chain Design, and Fulfilment Strategies.
Highlights of the speakers' presentations will be available on the WallTech YouTube channel
Stay tuned for more valuable insights and cutting-edge trends!
Digitalization Strategies for Cross-Border Manufacturing and Retail Logistics
Wen Ming
WallTech CSO
Wen Ming, CSO of WallTech, explored transformation frameworks for manufacturing and retail industries, offering digital blueprints and organizational alignment recommendations. Through case studies, he showcased how digitalization enhances supply chain efficiency and reduces operational costs.
Highlights of the speakers' presentations will be available on the WallTech YouTube channel
Stay tuned for more valuable insights and cutting-edge trends!
Digital Solutions for Cross-Border E-commerce Logistics
Gong Jian
CTO, WallTech
Gong Jian, CTO of WallTech, examined the rapid growth of global e-commerce and China's booming cross-border trade. He introduced eTower, an integrated logistics software solution for end-to-end supply chain visualization, demonstrating its ability to tackle logistics complexities while driving efficiency and cost reduction.
Highlights of the speakers' presentations will be available on the WallTech YouTube channel
Stay tuned for more valuable insights and cutting-edge trends!
AI Driving Continuous Innovation in Supply Chains
Yang Zhenxuan
Prototyping Expert, AWS
Yang Zhenxuan, a Prototyping Expert from AWS (Amazon Web Service), highlighted groundbreaking advancements in AI, showcasing how cutting-edge technologies are reshaping supply chain management. He focused on smart supply chain transformation, extreme efficiency optimization, and fully automated management powered by AI.
At the guest's request, the speech will not be made public.
Building Efficient Overseas Logistics Networks for Chinese Enterprises
Anna Zhang
Cross-border Logistics Consultant, WallTech
Anna Zhang, a Consultant of WallTech, shared actionable strategies for building effective overseas logistics networks. She emphasized integrating supply chain resources, achieving global inventory visibility, and unified management of multimodal logistics. She also introduced the WallTech Family, a collaborative ecosystem that connects logistics resources and offers expert consultancy.
Highlights of the speakers' presentations will be available on the WallTech YouTube channel
Stay tuned for more valuable insights and cutting-edge trends!
Brainstorming: Panel Debate Highlights
To foster deeper engagement and spark meaningful discussions, the event included a highly interactive panel debate session. Experts and attendees explored critical questions shaping the future of cross-border logistics, encouraging participants to take sides and defend their perspectives, creating an intellectually stimulating environment.
Two Thought-provoking Topics of the Debate:
Topic 1:
Should enterprises develop in-house logistics systems tailored to their needs or adopt industry-tested third-party solutions?
Topic 2:
Is self-owned logistics with multi-vendor management better for control, or should a company collaborate with one logistics provider (3PL, 4PL, ...) to leverage its expertise and global networks?
▴ Guests choose their "team" and sit on either side of the hall
▴ Logistics Outsourcing & System Purchasing Team Leader: Mr. Guo
▴ In-House Logistics & System Development Team Leader: Ding Weiqiang
Highlights of the forum and speakers' presentations
will be available on the WallTech Youtube Channel
and the Official Website: www.etowertech.com
Stay tuned for more valuable insights and cutting-edge trends!
Official Launch of the White Paper
Official Launch of the White Paper
The event also featured the debut of the White Paper Digital Transformation of the Logistics Supply Chain for Enterprises Expanding Overseas. This comprehensive guide includes:
A maturity model for logistics management.
Frameworks for global logistics planning tailored to different stages of international business expansion.
Digital Solutions for Cross-border Logistics Supply Chain Management
Case studies of logistics management when expanding overseas in various industries
The white paper will soon be available for free download on our website: www.etowertech.com
With WallTech, domestic enterprises are empowered to navigate the complexities of global logistics. Stay tuned for more updates, best practices, and cutting-edge solutions as we continue to drive innovation and overcome challenges in cross-border logistics.
WallTech: Your partner in global supply chain excellence.
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