Imagine a scenario where consumers eagerly await new products while competitors struggle with supply chain bottlenecks. Meanwhile, your company can rapidly bring innovative products to market while maintaining efficiency and quality at scale. This ideal state is precisely what Dole has achieved through its supply chain transformation, which will be showcased at the 2025 NextGen Supply Chain Conference.
The 2025 NextGen Supply Chain Conference, jointly organized by Supply Chain Management Review and Peerless Media, is proud to announce that Todd Stillwell, Vice President of Supply Chain and Manufacturing at Dole Packaged Foods, and Kimberly Galante, Global Head of Product Development and Innovation at Dole, will deliver a joint keynote address. The conference will take place from October 22-24, 2025, at the W Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee.
Dole's Supply Chain Transformation: Strategy, Implementation, and Results
Dole's supply chain transformation represents a systematic approach involving strategic adjustments, process optimization, and technological upgrades. Below are the key initiatives that have driven significant results:
Strategic Investment: The Foundation of Flexible Manufacturing
Recognizing that rapidly changing market demands require adaptable production capabilities, Dole has made substantial investments in flexible manufacturing. The company has built production lines capable of quickly adjusting to different product specifications, packaging formats, and batch sizes.
- Implemented modular production equipment for rapid reconfiguration
- Deployed advanced production planning and scheduling systems
- Enabled real-time production monitoring and dynamic adjustments
Streamlined Logistics: The Key to Efficiency
Dole has significantly reduced logistics costs and improved transportation efficiency through route optimization, warehouse consolidation, and advanced logistics technologies.
- Established strategic partnerships with logistics providers
- Optimized transportation networks to reduce transit times
- Implemented IoT technology for real-time shipment tracking
Data-Driven Approach: Precision Demand Forecasting
Dole has developed a comprehensive data analytics platform that integrates information from sales, marketing, production, and logistics to generate accurate demand forecasts.
- Monitors market trends and consumer behavior in real-time
- Analyzes historical sales data for seasonal patterns
- Improves inventory planning to reduce stockouts and overstock
NextGen Supply Chain Conference: A Platform for Industry Insights
The conference will bring together supply chain experts and executives from various industries to discuss emerging trends and best practices. Topics will include digital supply chains, sustainability, AI applications, and risk management.
Attendees will have opportunities to engage with industry leaders, participate in interactive workshops, and explore the latest supply chain technologies through exhibition showcases.
Dole's keynote presentation promises to be a highlight of the event, offering valuable insights for mid-sized CPG companies seeking to enhance their supply chain capabilities.