Educational Tracks

Tuesday, January 22: 10:00am - 10:45am
Unit Level and Product Traceability using Data Matrix Codes - Benefits, Applications and Trends

Presenter /Author:
Jonathan Ludlow, Microscan
Room S104A

The presentation will illustrate the benefits of providing unique identity to individual components in a manufacturing process. The advantages relative to other symbologies and form of the data matrix code will be described along with practical methods of direct part marking.

The session will describe how to choose the size and shape of a data matrix based on the required information content and the form of the object to be marked. Application examples from several industries will be provided to illustrate the use and benefits of direct part marking. The balance of the session will be concerned with the practicalities of specifying systems for reading and verifying direct part marks. In terms of specification the focus will on guidelines for choosing hand held and fixed imagers to provide reliable reading and on the application of new standards for mark verification and practical methods for controlling the marking process.

Free to ProMat attendees.

Tuesday, January 22: 10:45am - 11:30am
Improving ROI With Automated Identification Technology

Speaker:
Patrick Noone, Vice President Woelco Labeling Solutions
Room S104A

Critical to any supply chain or material handling initiative is the improvement of ROI. Emerging technologies can be combined to facilitate automation in product identification, as well as verification. This in turn drives Improvements in production, quality, and traceability which all lead to improved returns of investment. This session will provide examples of combined technologies that can improve efficiencies through the use of identification automation.

Free to ProMat attendees.

Tuesday, January 22: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile AIDC: QR Codes Redeux?

Speaker:
Dr. Kevin Berisso, Ohio University
Room S104A

This session, learn how enterprise mobile computing solutions are impacting some of the largest global supply chain operations. Learn what a difference real-time information and immediate communication can make in boosting supply chain productivity and effectiveness.

Free to ProMat attendees.

Wednesday, January 23: 8:00am - 1:00pm
Manual Material Handling Workshop: Engineered Solutions for Manual Handling Jobs

Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Kevin Gue
The worker-centric design a new approach that places humans at the center of the work place task.
Room S402A

This workshop will provide a unique opportunity through panel discussions to see and hear from retailers, wholesalers, and warehouse safety and loss prevention representatives the problems associated with manual material handling jobs. A panel of internationally recognized experts who design material handling devices will exchange views to help find solutions that increase efficiency and safety.

Separate fee and registrations applies.
Click here to download flyer.
Click here to download agenda.
Click here to learn more and register.

Wednesday, January 23: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Material Handling & Logistics Classroom Days

Presenters:
CICMHE, MHI, MHEDA
Room S406A

• Special program for students and professors in engineering, technology, manufacturing, operations, supply chain and logistics.
• Travel grant support is available.
• See all the solutions that support the flow of materials for both manufacturing and distribution operations.

Pre-Registration required. Click here to learn more.

Wednesday, January 23: 10:00am - 11:00am
When the rubber meets the road... implementing future vision.

Moderated by:
Rich Sherman, Director of Strategic Development, Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals
Room S100

Senior supply chain executives will offer their views on how logistics and supply chain management are evolving to meet future business challenges. Panelists will offer their view of significant trends and practices that will most impact operations in achieving and sustaining peak performance. Learn how leading companies are meeting the challenges and what will be the drivers of operational excellence in the future.

Panelists:
Heather L. Sheehan, VP Indirect Sourcing & Logistics, Danaher Corporation
Jeff Starecheski, VP Logistics, Sears Logistics Services
John Caltagirone, Loyola University, Chicago

Free to ProMat attendees.