Top Industry Trends at CHAINge 2025 – The Premier Supply Chain Conference

By ASCM Editorial Staff | February 27, 2025

The supply chain landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by a confluence of forces: rapid technological advancements, shifting consumer expectations, global trade dynamics and the increasing urgency of sustainability. To thrive in this dynamic environment, it’s vital for supply chain organizations to proactively anticipate and adapt to emerging trends. Considering these shifting dynamics, ASCM is excited to present CHAINge, a leading supply chain conference dedicated to shaping the future of logistics, technology, and resilience. CHAINge will bring together renowned educators, thought leaders and industry experts to deliver actionable insights and strategies on a global platform in two locations - CHAINge EU, in Brussels (June 17-18) and CHAINge NA, in Columbus (Sept 9-10).

Top 10 Supply Chain Trends You’ll Explore at CHAINge

Attending CHAINge is the ideal opportunity to delve deeper into today's most critical topics — in particular, the top 10 supply chain trends identified by ASCM. These trends, ranging from the rise of AI to the increasing importance of the circular economy, offer a roadmap for organizations seeking to build resilient, competitive and sustainable supply chains. Here is some of the essential education you can look forward to at CHAINge:

How to build a resilient supply chain with smarter sourcing?

Collaboration, digitization and diverse supplier relationships are key to the future of the supply chain. Recent events, including new tariffs and global trade disruptions, underscore the need for resilient supply chains. Attend CHAINge to discover how advanced analytics and AI can help your organization perfect supplier selection.

How AI is revolutionizing supply chain operations?

AI is driving a digital transformation in supply chains, enabling predictive analytics, demand forecasting, robotic process automation and autonomous vehicles. At CHAINge, you'll have the opportunity to learn from experts on how to leverage AI to optimize your networks, improve efficiency and gain a competitive advantage.

What are the effects of global trade dynamics and geopolitical uncertainty?

Navigating the complexities of global trade requires a proactive and agile approach. Geopolitical tensions, trade wars and economic fluctuations can significantly disrupt supply chains. CHAINge will provide valuable insights into mitigating these risks through strategies such as supply chain diversification, risk management planning and building strong, resilient supplier relationships.

Why is sustainability imperative?

Consumers and stakeholders are increasingly demanding sustainable and ethical business practices. Attend CHAINge to learn how to integrate circular economy principles throughout your supply chain, from sourcing and procurement to transportation and logistics. You'll also discover how to measure and reduce your environmental impact while building more sustainable and responsible networks.

What are the proven approaches to digital integration and connectivity in supply chains?

As businesses strive to improve efficiency, visibility and resilience, seamless data-sharing and analysis among systems and partners is crucial. CHAINge will demonstrate how supply chain organizations of all types and sizes can harness the power of digital integration and connectivity in order to boost efficiency, transparency and resilience.

Beyond these and the other top 10 trends, CHAINge offers a unique platform for supply chain educators, thought leaders and industry experts to share their insights and expertise about the latest innovations and best practices. Plus, participants will connect with a diverse global audience of professionals, forge valuable relationships and expand their professional networks. 

ASCM offers two ways for you to be a part of CHAINge: June 17-18 in Brussels; and September 9-10 in Columbus, Ohio. Don’t miss CHAINge, the must-attend supply chain conference of 2025. Register today and gain game-changing insights into supply chain trends and innovations that are redefining the industry