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More than 500 supply chain professionals have already registered to attend the SAPICS 48th Annual Conference in Cape Town from 19–22 July 2026.

🚨 Will you be joining them?
This year’s theme, From Legacy to Leadership, celebrates the foundations that have shaped our profession while exploring the innovations, technologies and leadership approaches that will define its future.

Register Now - https://confco.eventsair.com/sapics-2026/sapics2026/Site/Register

There is still time to secure your place, but the Standard Registration Fees (held at 2022 rates) close on 30 June 2026.

⬇️ Explore Three Dynamic Conference Streams
The conference programme features world-class speakers, practical case studies and thought-provoking discussions across three key streams:

Strategy, Resilience & Leadership
• Building resilient organisations
• Leadership in uncertain times
• Talent, ethics and workforce readiness

AI, Digital & Technology
• Artificial intelligence in supply chains
• Digital transformation
• Automation, analytics and emerging technologies

Operations, Visibility & Optimisation
• Inventory optimisation
• Logistics excellence
• Real-time visibility and operational performance

➡️ View the full programme - www.conference.sapics.org/programme

In addition to the conference sessions, delegates can participate in:
• Pre-conference workshops - www.conference.sapics.org/programme
• Expert panel discussions
• Networking events
• Industry site visits to leading supply chain operations - https://conference.sapics.org/site-visits/
• Plenary keynote presentations from local and international leaders

🆕 New for 2026: Business Matchmaking Programme
To help delegates, sponsors and exhibitors maximise the value of their conference experience, SAPICS has introduced a dedicated Business Matchmaking Programme.

Managed by a specialist partner, the programme will facilitate scheduled business meetings between delegates, exhibitors and sponsors in dedicated meeting spaces at the conference venue.

Why Business Matchmaking Works
• Targeted, pre-qualified meetings
• Higher quality conversations than stand traffic alone
• Measurable ROI through meeting data and engagement tracking
• Dedicated spaces designed for productive discussions

Whether you are looking to discover new solutions, meet potential customers, identify strategic partners or expand your professional network, the Business Matchmaking Programme will help you make meaningful connections.

Join the supply chain community this July as we celebrate 60 years of SAPICS and explore what it means to move From Legacy to Leadership.

Register Now - https://confco.eventsair.com/sapics-2026/sapics2026/Site/Register

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Absa South Africa

The Supplier MatchUp brought the Western Cape Supplier Day 2026 to a dynamic close! It created a valuable space for suppliers and officials to connect directly, exchange ideas, and explore potential opportunities for collaboration. A fitting end to a day focused on access, engagement, and meaningful partnerships.

An insightful presentation at the Western Cape Supplier Day 2026 by Irshana Naidoo (Clicks) explored the Clicks new business process, providing insights into how suppliers can engage with the organisation and navigate opportunities for enterprise and new business development within a structured and evolving retail environment.