18-19 October 2012

Grand Hyatt Melbourne
123 Collins Street
Melbourne Victoria

We all know that the pace of change within our industry and society is speeding up, driven by rapid advances in communications, technology and an increasingly volatile trading environment. Increased agility and flexibility have become must-have factors in 2012, while efficiency, responsiveness and collaboration are also seen as critical.

This year the ECRA Annual Supplier and Retailer Convention examines the explosion of technological innovation. Exploring how new challenges impact, how stores operate and how shoppers interact with ‘multi channel’.  Technologies won’t just relate to digital advances; progress in back-office systems, equipment and processes are all impacted. The supply chain is set to change. 

Technological advances are part of a wider societal trend in which shoppers and consumers demand inclusion. Both manufacturers and retailers are tapping into this trend, understanding that growing social media usage will accelerate engagement, transform product development and reinvent shopper marketing processes. Businesses will need to be prepared to increase supply chain flexibility ensuring their supply chains are fit for the future!

The 2012 ECRA Convention will share, thought leadership, case studies, and targeted sessions:

• Global Outlook

Understand how global trends will affect Australia/New Zealand food and grocery businesses.

•  Retail Strategies

Understand retail strategies and what they mean for your business.

• Supplier and Manufacturer Case Studies

Harness ideas from leading innovative manufacturers and suppliers.

• Consumer Insights

Obtain a vision of tomorrow’s consumer trends and the impacts on your business.

Registration details will be available soon. In the mean time if you wish to register your interest in attending this year's annual convention, please contact the Secretariat at kim.riggans@afgc.org.au

Speakers

	Prof Daniel Corsten Professor of Operations & Technology Management IE Business School (Spain)
	Matthew Brown Head of Research Echochamber (UK)
	Patrick Rohrbasser Chief Executive Officer Emnos Group
	Kosta Conomos Executive Director Retailer Services The Nielsen Company
	Steve Bean 2011 Joe Berry Award Winner