Manual to Modern: Building a Supply Chain for Growth

11 Nov 2026
Keynote Theatre 2
Matalan’s supply chain has evolved from a predominantly manual operation into a modern, increasingly automated and resilient network. This session explores the thinking behind that transformation: how priorities were set, investment decisions made, no-regret spend identified, benefits achieved and major change delivered across a live operation, while continuing to protect service and build capability for future growth.
Speakers
John J Smith
John J Smith, Head of Supply Chain Solutions & Systems - Matalan