Past Events Archive

AI-Driven Task Modeling for Workforce Optimization

Oct 01, 2025 at 11:00AM - Oct 01, 2025 at 12:00PM

Virtual

Description In this session, Pierre Bouquet will present a workforce management tool developed at the MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics (CTL) that helps organizations assess how artificial intelligence can enhance workforce productivity and reduce costs. The tool enables a detailed decomposition of job roles into tasks, quantifies their associated costs, and models the impact of AI on task execution. By combining task-level exposure analysis with financial data, this framework identifies high-cost activities that are prime candidates for AI acceleration. Drawing on case studies in the transportation sector, Pierre will demonstrate how the tool supports targeted AI implementation and delivers measurable return on investment (ROI). The research provides a structured, data-driven roadmap based on tangible financial metrics, enabling organizations to adopt AI not as a disruption but as a strategic productivity lever.

Virtual Partner Meeting

Sep 17, 2025 at 3:00PM - Sep 17, 2025 at 4:00PM

Virtual

Quarterly convening for members of the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics (MIT CTL) Supply Chain Exchange.

Upskilling through Online Education: An Overview of the MITx MicroMasters in Supply Chain Management Program

Sep 09, 2025 at 11:00AM - Sep 09, 2025 at 11:30AM

Interested in the MITx MicroMasters Program in Supply Chain Management? Whether you're starting your first course, returning after a break, or curious to learn more, this session will provide a comprehensive overview of the program.

Join Cara Greaney, Academic Programs Specialist, and Dr. Inma Borrella, Academic Lead, as they provide insights on the program structure, curriculum, and benefits.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the program and how it can support you and your learning journey in supply chain management.

The Role of AI in e-Commerce and e-Fulfillment

Sep 04, 2025 at 11:00AM - Sep 04, 2025 at 12:00PM

Join us for an insightful discussion on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the landscape of e-commerce and e-fulfillment. As eCommerce continues to grow, fulfillment centers and warehouses are undergoing major transformations. 

In this webinar, the Director of Research at MIT CTL, Dr. Matthias Winkenbach, and our expert partner from Mecalux, Mr. Chris Huber, will share how they are leveraging AI tools and algorithms—particularly in positioning inventory in complex omnichannel networks as well as the use of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)—to bring flexibility and optimize operations. We’ll...

Making the Case for Supply Chain Resilience Investments

Sep 03, 2025 at 11:00AM - Sep 03, 2025 at 12:00PM

Virtual

Making the case for supply chain resilience investments In this virtual briefing, Dr. Jarrod Goentzel will discuss why building resilience is not just a defensive move but a strategic advantage. He will outline how companies that can reroute flows and reconfigure capacity are better positioned to respond to supply chain disruption and dynamic market conditions than those relying solely on traditional risk management. Drawing on research and industry examples, Dr. Goentzel will discuss: Why resilience requires a deeper understanding of multi-tier flows and operational capacity across a mix of internal and outsourced partners How to frame investments in capabilities such as surge capacity and flexible operations Ways to assess the CapEx and OpEx trade-offs in defining strategic resilience initiatives

Using the Quantum Computing Supply Chain to Improve Supply Chain Visibility

Aug 06, 2025 at 11:00AM - Aug 06, 2025 at 12:00PM

Virtual

Quantum computing relies on a complex and fragile global supply chain. In this virtual briefing, Dr. Ilya Jackson will share his research, which identifies key dependencies, bottlenecks, and vulnerabilities across materials and firms through network analysis and simulation. His work assesses the impact of trade disruptions and proposed targeted policy actions to improve supply chain visibility, reduce concentration risk, and strengthen national resilience.

AI in Supply Chain and Logistics Management: MIT CTL Summer School

Jul 07, 2025 at 8:00AM - Jul 18, 2025 at 5:00PM 🚀 Unlock the Power of AI in Supply Chain and Logistics Management! This immersive summer program is your gateway to the cutting edge of Artificial Intelligence in supply chain and logistics management. Designed for advanced undergraduates, recent graduates, postgraduate and graduate students, this data science course combines machine learning and deep learning with real-world applications in supply chains.

Upskilling through Online Education: An Overview of the MITx MicroMasters in Supply Chain Management Program

Jun 25, 2025 at 11:00AM - Jun 25, 2025 at 11:30AM

Interested in the MITx MicroMasters in Supply Chain Management? Whether you're starting your first course, returning after a break, or exploring options, this session will provide a comprehensive program overview for both individuals and teams. Join Cara Greaney, Academic Programs Specialist, and Dr. Inma Borrella, Academic Lead, as they provide insights on the program structure, curriculum, and benefits. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the program and how it can support you and your team’s success in supply chain management.

Feeding the Future: Global Voices on G-local Agri-food Supply Chains

Jun 24, 2025 at 8:00AM - Jun 24, 2025 at 9:15AM

Our expert panel will explore how efficient global and local supply chains can be game-changers in driving social impact, quality, and food sovereignty, reducing methane and CO₂ emissions, and achieving a sustainable balance between environmental responsibility and business profitability. This will be an engaging, dynamic 60-minute webinar tackling today’s most pressing food system challenges — from food safety and malnutrition to the staggering levels of food waste. Topics will be positioned with real examples based on projects developed across different geographies and contexts. The...

Virtual Partner Meeting

Jun 18, 2025 at 1:00PM - Jun 18, 2025 at 2:00PM

Online

Following our in-person Annual Partner Meeting, the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics (MIT CTL) convenes members from the MIT CTL Supply Chain Exchange for an hour-long virtual partner meeting. We will use this time together to solicit input from our 50+ Supply Chain Exchange member companies on your supply chain topics of interest so that we can plan our future SCE offerings.