OMP Talks
Welcome to OMP Talks, the podcast that delves into the world of supply chain planning challenges and solutions. Join us as we share valuable insights and strategies for success in clear and concise episodes under 15 minutes, perfect for your busy schedule. You’ll hear from industry leaders and get inspired by the innovators behind the latest tech. Tune in to stay on the cutting edge of supply chain planning!
Episodes
23 episodes
Inside the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium in Barcelona
Fresh off the stage at the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium | Xpo™ 2025 in Barcelona, Jessica Roberts sits down with Philip Vervloesem to reflect on a packed few weeks of insight, inspiration, and connection. From back-to-back events in Orlando a...
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Inside the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium in Orlando
Join Flo Daelemans and Philip Vervloesem as they unpack the key highlights from the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium | Xpo™ 2025 in Orlando. Fresh from the conference, they explore sharp analyst insights and real-world customer stories that revea...
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How Evonik Oxeno drives supply chain excellence with decision-centric planning
Discover how Evonik Oxeno embraced decision-centric planning to enhance business value. By transitioning from process-centric to decision-centric planning and running hundreds of scenarios weekly, the company is better prepared...
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Top takeaways from the Gartner Planning Summit in Denver
Tune in as Philip Vervloesem, Jasper Wouters, and Flo Daelemans deliver a dynamic recap of the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit in Denver. Continuing in our new "on the go" format, they unpack the conference's key themes shapin...
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Unveiling key takeaways and highlights from the Gartner Planning Summit in London
Tune into an engaging discussion featuring Philip Vervloesem and Flo Daelemans as they recap the recent Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit in London. In this new "on the go" format, discover how discussions on AI, digital transformation, and ...
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Key insights from the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™ 2024
Discover the main takeaways from the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Symposium/Xpo™ 2024, as shared by Philip Vervloesem, OMP's Global Commercial Lead.Learn what made this year's symposiums unique, the presentations that stood out, and th...
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Putting people at the core of your digital transformation – with Karlien Vanderheyden (Vlerick Business School)
To ensure digital transformation success, as a business owner, you need competent people to drive and executive initiatives. But what skills and roles are essential?In this episode of OMP Talks,
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How to create value in business transformations – with Jack Eggels (former Shell Chemicals)
Navigating supply chain challenges during tough economic times requires solid supply chain planning. In times of change, like business transformations, it's vital for companies to focus on creating value. Join Jack Egg...
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What keeps consumer goods leaders up at night? Bob Herzog’s insights
How to bring winning strategies to life in the physical and information supply chain? How did P&G approach the information supply chain? And what was the impact of shifting to centralized planning?Bob Herzog, for...
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How Green Planning creates business value - With Niek Vaessen
Why set Green Planning objectives? How do these sustainability targets impact supply chains? And what role does technology play? Niek Vaessen, former Director of Business Transformation at Bridgestone, sheds light on the business...
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What keeps chemical leaders up at night? - Jack Eggels’ insights
How can effective risk management position a business for success during volatile times? What criteria should be considered when selecting a solution provider? And what strategies can be employed to attract top-tier talent ...
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Takeaways on Gartner’s Supply Chain Planning Summit™ 2023
Discover the main takeaways from the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit™ 2023 in Phoenix, as shared by Philip Vervloesem, OMP's Global Commercial Lead. Learn how this summit stood out, the new topics discussed, and the changing landscape of A...
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What keeps life sciences leaders up at night? - Stef Vermeiren’s insights
How do you ensure timely product launches? How can you adapt your organization and processes to handle disruptions in a resilient way? And what role do systems and tools play? Stef Vermeiren, former VP of Global Planning at Johnson ...
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Key takeaways from the 2023 OMP Conference
Discover the dynamic interplay of agility, sustainability, and innovation at the 2023 OMP Conference in Barcelona. Join us as we dive into key insights and inspiring moments shared by Philip Vervloesem, SVP OMP USA and Pieter...
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A story of innovation: OMP's software journey
Dive into the evolution of OMP’s supply chain software with Software Architect Patrick Van Cauteren, who’s been with the company since the very start. From the first mathematical optimizer application to the full-blown Unison Planning pl...
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Real-world solutions for age-old challenges: Bob Herzog on the Spark Initiative
Join our captivating conversation with Bob Herzog, a seasoned supply chain leader with over 25 years of experience at Procter & Gamble's planning department and a key member of the Spark Advisory Board. He sheds light on ...
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Takeaways from the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™ 2023 in Barcelona
Discover the key highlights and takeaways from the highly anticipated Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™ 2023 in Barcelona, as shared by Paul Delbar, OMP's Industry Marketing Manager. Gain insights into the hottest topics discussed, the prevai...
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How can outside-in planning improve supply chain performance and maximize business value?
Today’s supply chain planning processes are struggling to keep up with the rapidly evolving market dynamics. To address this challenge, OMP launched the Spark Initiative, a think tank that explores the potential of an outside-in planning approa...
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Driving sustainability through Green Planning
How can manufacturing companies integrate sustainability data and key performance indicators (KPIs) into their planning process? Which industries are at the forefront of sustainable supply chain planning? And how can other companies foll...
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How to implement advanced data science in your business
Implementing data science tools in your business can be tricky. How do you choose the best techniques? Which steps are part of the process? And who do you need to involve in the project? Wouter Verbeke, Associate Professor of Data ...
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Maximizing the accuracy of your digital twin
Your supply chain digital twin needs master data to capture the capabilities, capacities, and performance of your production and distribution network. But what if your master data is inaccurate, based more on legacy and gut feeling than ...
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7:54
Understanding artificial intelligence through XAI
What are AIs up to? As AI increasingly influences our personal lives as well as how we plan supply chains it’s becoming more and more important to understand their intentions. Kris Dockx and Broes De Cat talk about the workings of Explainable A...
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