Data transparency, standardization and multi-sourcing: how to build a resilient supply chain

Oliver Ritzmann, Senior Solutions Architect at Willowglen Systems, will share his insights on building a resilient supply chain through data transparency, standardization, and multi-sourcing. He will explore how transparent, standardized data flows enable faster decision-making and foster collaboration across stakeholders, reducing risk and improving supply chain agility. Emphasizing the importance of multi-sourcing strategies, Oliver will demonstrate how diversifying suppliers and routes—powered by interoperable, real-time data—can help organizations proactively manage disruptions, maintain continuity, and drive long-term operational resilience in an increasingly unpredictable global landscape.

He will share his views on how data has become the new oil for the shipping industry—driving smarter decisions, enhancing transparency, and unlocking operational efficiency. By standardizing key processes, companies can not only streamline operations but also offset rising logistics costs in an increasingly volatile market. He will also highlight the importance of building resilience through a multi-sourcing strategy, enabling businesses to diversify supply routes and partners to better absorb disruptions, reduce dependency risks, and ensure continuity in global trade flows.