Qatar University's (QU) College of Business and Economics (CBE) will hold the first symposium in the country on supply chains and logistics services on December 3 and 4 at Hilton Doha.
The event is being organised by QU's Center for Entrepreneurship and Organisational Excellence (CEOE) in collaboration with the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and the Lean Construction Institute of Qatar.
The aim is to address the urgent need for flexible and effective supply chains across industries in order to address the growing disruptions, a statement said Friday.
A diverse panel of speakers, including industry experts, decision-makers, and researchers will share insights on various topics, from developing flexible supply chain systems and practices to encompassing effective supply chain management, logistics operations, and best practices, coping with disruptions, risk mitigation, speed, flexibility, and response strategies.
The symposium will be open to all interested parties, including government officials, businessmen, supply chain and logistics specialists, as well as scholars, researchers, and students.
CBE dean Prof Rana Sobh, said: “This event is instrumental in helping bridge the gap between research and practice in the logistics and supply chain management fields. In today’s challenging business environment, resilient supply chains are essential for competitive success.”
CEOE director Dr Said Elbanna emphasised the importance of building agile and resilient supply chain systems in today’s business operations. “The symposium will explore innovative solutions and best practices to help businesses in Qatar adapt to disruptions and maintain a competitive edge,” he said.
Qatar Chamber general manager Saleh bin Hamad al-Sharqi, acknowledged the crucial role of robust supply chain and logistics services."This symposium will serve as a catalyst for fostering collaboration among industry professionals, policymakers, and academia to strengthen Qatar's economic resilience and competitiveness. We hope to address some of the supply chain issues that firms are facing in Qatar.”
Qatar Design and Construction Institute president Dr Abdullah al-Sayed stressed the importance of flexible supply chains in today's dynamic business landscape. "The symposium provides an excellent platform to exchange ideas and best practices, enabling businesses in Qatar to enhance their supply chain capabilities and effectively mitigate disruption risks."
