Introduction

With the present time being tougher for the organizations across the world, there is an increasing concern for business efficiency. Global organization, global production and global sales all demand that the flow of goods must be well organized along the entire value chain. There is a strong need for hinterland connectivity and greater efficiency in logistics support and transport facilities.

 Eventually, the prime focus of the logistics services providers is towards responding to ever increasing demand of end users, who need speedier and cost effective services in this fastpaced and competitive world.

 The liberalizing Indian economy is experiencing entry of large domestic and global firms in new businesses as well as enlargement of distribution network of many regional Indian firms.

 There have been several instances where firms have undertaken innovative redesign of their logistics systems to enhance the effectiveness of their network in order to deliver value to their customers. For the success of supply chain at the organization level, it is imperative that evacuation of cargo from the port and movement to the port areas have to be properly synchoronised so as to have seamless functioning of inter-modal network. For which it is critically important to have improved road and rail connectivity. In response to the evolving scenario, Government has taken number of policy initiatives to augment the availability of infrastructure in the country. While the demand for physical infrastructure is ever increasing, a larger requirement is being felt for use of IT in logistic management.

 In order to discuss various issues, concepts and trend associated with the development of logistics sector, ASSOCHAM is organizing National Conference on “Building Logistics for the Competitive Trade” on 18 December 2008 at ASSOCHAM House, 47 Prithvi Raj Road in New Delhi.

Objective

The Conference aims at convergence of stakeholders' views on the Indian Logistics Sector to derive synergies from our strengths and opportunities and overcoming the weaknesses and threats. Evolving modalities of leveraging through high quality resource availability, rich human capital and seasoned production base amidst infrastructure deficits, would figure high on the Conference Agenda.

Deliverables from the Summit

• Gain the latest information about the future outlook for the Indian logistics market.
• Review the latest Regulatory Developments in India's Transport and Logistics Sector
• Get Insights on Customer Centric Supply Chain Models
• Learn Best Practices in Warehouse Management and Logistics Planning
• Participate in interactive panel discussions tackling some of the most pressing issues facing the industry
• Experience Sharing through Presentations & Case Studies
• Interact and network with the stakeholders & policy makers.
• Achieve operational and strategic excellence

Key Issues

• Inventory Management
• Updates on Latest Regulatory Developments in India's Logistics Sector
• Warehousing and Distribution
• Supply Chain Outsourcing
• Container Revolution & Development
• Reengineering Logistics & Supply Chain for Global Competitiveness
• Investment Issues: Government Regulation & Limitations for Investors
• Port Infrastructure Management
• Evaluating Financing Options
• Indian Offshore Logistics: Current Scenario
• Customer Needs and Emerging Trends
• Legal, Fiscal and Contractual Frameworks
• Supply/Demand Trends & Outlook