On 11^th April, the Business Conclave on Supply Chain Leadership brought together a mix of industry veterans, academics, entrepreneurs, and young professionals to tackle a pressing question: How do we lead supply chains through rapid technological shifts and regulatory change?

Though the event addressed the current volatility in supply chains, its true importance was on actionable strategies for the road ahead.

Key takeaways from the conclave:

• Use data wisely: Smart use of data helps companies stay strong and work smarter.
• Keep adapting: Things change fast—learning and staying flexible is essential.
• Think ahead: Don’t just react - plan for what’s coming.
• Be ready for disruptions: Build supply chains that can handle shocks by being more local and diverse.
• Plan for the unexpected: Always have backup plans for different scenarios.
• Get future ready: New tech like Artificial Intelligence and quantum computing is on the way, start preparing now.

The sessions on workforce shifts, sustainable growth, and competition in a volatile world were a highlight giving attendees fresh ideas and actionable insights to take back to their own teams and organisations.