The Supply Chain Awards 2023: innovation in the spotlight
On Nov. 16, 2023, the 18the edition of the Supply Chain Awards took place. During this event, organized by Supply Chain Masters and PICS Belgium, leading projects and innovative start-ups were highlighted, and innovative market players were awarded. Over 250 professionals from the sector were present. A retrospective.
Every year, procurement & supply chain professionals look forward to the next edition of the Supply Chain Awards. This networking event is the place to be to meet industry colleagues, get inspiring ideas and enjoy an award ceremony highlighting clever projects and ambitious start-ups. The 18the edition of this event was once again a hit. Over a delicious dinner, more than 250 participants enjoyed a dazzling evening of informative keynotes and fascinating contacts. Ambitious projects were discussed at the table, new contacts were made and possible cooperation opportunities were explored.
Professional jury awards project of the year
At the award ceremony, Unit-T won the "Supply Chain Project of the Year - Jury Prize.
This company was able to convince the seven-member expert jury with a project that illustrates how the integration of artificial intelligence within the supply chain can deliver remarkable efficiency gains - both in terms of human productivity and cost control - while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Audience award goes to...
For the "Supply Chain Project of the Year - Audience Award," the honor went to a network optimization project by Goods to Give, a young Belgian nonprofit fighting against poverty. This organization captured the hearts and minds of the public with their valuable supply chain project that allows charities to access unsold non-food surplus through a digital and logistics platform. The award is an important incentive for the Goods to Give team to remain committed to a logistics approach that is mindful of broader societal challenges.
Promising start-up
In recognition of its entrepreneurial spirit and potential, Optioryx was named "Start-up of the Year. With its project 'Dimmy' - the first mobile SKU and pallet dimensioner - this start-up proves how it is poised as a promising supply chain player to make a significant contribution to the future of the industry. Supply Chain Masters and PICS Belgium also congratulated all the other finalists - Atlas Copco, ClimateCamp, Hubwatch and Plugnotes - for their participation in this award ceremony.
Save-the-date for 2024 edition
After this successful event, organizers are already working hard to prepare the 19the edition of the Supply Chain Awards. It is scheduled for November 14. Please mark the date in your calendar.
Call for projects and start-ups
Want to compete for an award as an established company or start-up? Then be sure to visit www.supplychainawards.be to discover the terms of participation and submit your application. Maybe your company will win a coveted Supply Chain Award.
