TAG's Supply Chain, Logistics and Manufacturing Society Presents: 'Connected Fleet: The Future of Transportation Technology and Logistics Optimization'

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 (5:30 PM - 7:45 PM) (EST)

Description

The freight and logistics industry is evolving rapidly with advancements in fleet digitization, connected vehicles, and the implementation of physics-based AI. This panel brings together industry leaders from fleet management, freight brokerage, and logistics technology to discuss how connectivity, software innovation, and real-time data are shaping the future of the industry.

This session will explore critical topics such as data-driven efficiency and visibility, software integration challenges, technology-driven fuel optimization strategies, and the potential of AI and automation. Panelists will share insights on how fleets, carriers, and shippers are increasingly making the move to become data-driven organizations through the use of connected technology and advanced data analytics.

Special guest Lawrence Bader, retired UPS Director of Global Fleet Systems after 32 years; and now Principal at Advanced Transportation Technology LLC. speaks to the future of Transportation and what innovation is driving fleets. From connected vehicles to predictive analytics and the ultimate adoption of Autonomous Trucking that will transform our industry.

Join us to gain a deeper understanding of how fleets can leverage cutting-edge technology to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and drive the future of freight transportation.



Meet our Speakers
John E. Kosar, III
Vice President - Transportation, Logistics and Mobility at Sparq
Lawrence Bader
Principal at Advanced Transportation Technology LLC
Chris McRae
Client Partner at Sparq
Moderator
Vivaldo Moraes Pinto Junior
Vice President of Technology at Michelin Connected Fleet
Vadim Ratokhin
Vice President Information Technology at UPS
Russ Wilson
Director, Software Engineering at RXO 


Thank you to our Event Sponsor

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Thank you to our Annual Supply Chain, Logistics & Manufacturing Society Sponsors

J.M. Huber, Arbor Day Foundation Partner to Plant Trees

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Online registration will close by 12:00 PM on March 5th. On-site registration is available after this time.

Please note that if you belong to a member organization but have not yet connected to your company’s membership, you will need to complete the membership opt-in form before the member rate is available to you.

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55 Glenlake Pkwy NE
Sandy Springs, GA 30328 United States
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Wednesday, March 5, 2025 (5:30 PM - 7:45 PM) (EST)
Event Run of Show
5:30 PMNetworking, Food and Drinks
6:00 PMWelcome by UPS    
6:10 PMWelcome by TAG's Supply Chain, Logistics and Manufacturing    
6:15 PMEvent Sponsor - Sparq is Keeping America Moving with an AI-First US-Led, Nearshore Software Delivery approach with industry expertise in Transportation, Logistics, and Mobility.
6:25 PMState of the Global Fleet Industry by Advanced Transportation Technology Leader, Lawrence Bader
6:45 PMPanel Discussion
7:30 PM Q&A and Wrap up
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