Supply Chain Risk Management Seminar

Presented by Expeditors Cargo Insurance Brokers (ECIB) and Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.

Overview
Spend the morning with us exploring risk management in the supply chain.  Learn what is new regarding cargo insurance and see the latest in sensor based logistics technology.  We will also discuss recent market disruptions and discuss how these could present a risk to your supply chain.

Tuesday, June 25th 2019
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 
Check in and continental breakfast begin at 8:30 a.m. followed by lunch @ noon.

This seminar is being offered at no cost, but registration is required and limited.

Expeditors, San Francisco
425 Valley Drive
Brisbane, CA  94005

Presented by: 
Aaron Howes, Vice President, Risk Management, Americas
Candace Neesham, Regional Risk and Insurance Manager - Western Region, Americas

Topics to be discussed:
With the growing complexities in logistics and supply chain management our Risk Management team aims to help our clients understand the financial and physical risks associated with shipping, identify pain points, and the steps that can be taken to mitigate risk. Understanding your specific risks will help improve the flow of your supply chain, reduce waste, save money and time. We look to cover: 

  • Market Disruptions
    • From trade wars to cyber exposure, ships on fire to port congestion, get and in depth perspective on how current world events impact the risk to your supply chain
  • Cargo Movement:  How Does Your Cargo Really Get From Origin to Destination?
    • This session examines how many parties actually touch your cargo on its international journey and the multiple risks it is exposed to. 
  • Why Does Cargo Insurance Exist and What does it Cover?
    • We will explore International freight carriers limitations of liability and explain when carriers are liable for lost or damaged cargo.  We will also show how cargo insurance fills the void left by freight carrier liability and discuss if your current coverage is adequate.
  • IoT and Sensor Based Logistics
    • See the newest tools and technology providing real time visibility to your cargo in motion.  These tools allow for exception management and provide the ability to prevent or reduce losses that were previously unavoidable.

For any questions please contact Liz Lopes.

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