Time	Session
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	Cashing In On Coupons: From Development to Redemption to GS1 DataBar Consumers aren't the only ones who can save with coupons! This comprehensive session covers the basics of coupon development, designing and tracking, while addressing strategies, trends, and the current status of the industry's move to the innovative GS1 DataBar and its potential for reducing costs and increasing visibility.
	Speakers:						Jane Michels, General Manager, Family Code Services, Coupons Inc. John Morgan, Executive Director, Association Coupon Professionals
	eCommerce in Over the Road Transportation Learn from one of the largest transportation providers on how your organization could make minor changes to processes in an effort to reduce programming costs as well as how to eliminate redundant processes.  Understand the benefits which include cost reductions, more efficient engagement between suppliers and buyers, streamline of workflow, reduction in fulfillment times, and reduced charge-backs.  EDI and other inter-company electronic communications are being increasingly implemented to help streamline domestic over the road supply chains.  Pressure to use these technologies from all customers continues in the marketplace out of necessity and is becoming mandated by some retailers. And, by implementing these technologies, everyone benefits. Speaker: Jeff Schroeder, E-Business Systems Field Manager, YRC Worldwide Corporation
	Product Information Management Join us for case studies of retailer and supply side industry leading implementers to learn about Product Information Management (PIM) and developing a Master Data Management strategy. From this session you will learn why they selected a PIM tool for facilitation of item induction and Global Data Synchronization. This session will cover what a PIM tool is, lessons learned and benefits of implementing a PIM. Speakers: Linda Bickel, Director, Data Management, Sony Electronics, Inc. Speakers: Bekki Windsperger, Manager, E-Business Communication, Best Speakers: Buy Co., Inc.
	Moving beyond Slap-and-Ship: Using Electronic Product Code (EPC) with Back Office Systems Why is visibility data important to you? Once you've implemented your hardware (either tagging at dock door, or building a hardware infrastructure for on site tag encoding), the real value is in the analysis of the data captured during read events. This session will discuss the opportunities and help you plan for additional value from your investment. Speaker: Ken Traub, Principal, Ken Traub Consulting, LLC
	GTIN Allocation Rules – Real Challenges in Today’s Economy The consumer packaged goods industry is experiencing unprecedented packaging changes. Commodity and fuel prices skyrocketed resulting in smaller and smaller consumer packages. Sustainability initiatives are leading companies to eliminate excess packaging. Do today’s suppliers understand and follow GTIN Allocation Rules in this rapidly changing environment. Leading retailers will hit on today’s hot business impact of suppliers bypassing the rules and costs that are associated with these challenges. These changes ripple across many functional areas in the supply chain and the panel will take a deep dive into the impact and the rules! Speakers: Kristin Andersen, Project Manager, Wegmans Food Markets Speakers: Bruce Hawkins, Sr. Technical Expert, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Speakers: Beckey James, EC Manager, McLane Company Speakers: Greg Zwanziger, Director eCommerce Business Development, Speakers: SUPERVALU
	GS1 US Solution Partner Meet & Greet So many initiatives, so little time. Solution Partner: Speed Dating is the answer. In one area, at one time quickly and efficiently learn about the solutions and the companies that can help you make your initiatives a success. No commitment only answers.
	Retail Supply Chain Certification Program RSCC is an online certification program that draws on Accenture’s Supply Chain Academy. It trains supply chain professionals by covering more than 50 hours of world-class content, taking the best thinking from academic, industry and functional experts. This comprehensive program for the retail industry is designed for both retailers and their suppliers. Certification is specifically for those professionals involved in inventory management and replenishment functions at both retailers and suppliers. Speakers: Terrence Nulty, Executive Director, Accenture Speakers: Chris Frey, Senior Manager, Accenture
	A Beverage World Report: The Alcohol Beverage Industry and Data Synchronization The Alcohol Beverage Industry Electronic Commerce Council (ABI EC) has engaged Beverage World’s Research Division to research the industry’s status, plans and direction for data synchronization. At this session Beverage World with release the results of their research and provide analysis and commentary of where the industry stands and where it is going as it moves toward cleaner and more accurate information. Survey invitations were sent to a broad group of suppliers, retailers, distributors, and others in the wine, spirits, and beer industries to ensure representative responses from all segments and tiers of the supply chain. Join us for what should be an interesting presentation and analysis. Speaker: Jeff Cioletti, Editor in Chief, Beverage World Magazine
	Data Synchronization for Brand Identity Management Many private label and other multi-source companies were excluded from data sync in the early years. This session will discuss the challenges Brand Owners face when synchronizing branded and private label products with multiple sources of data. Hear first hand accounts of companies overcoming the challenges by piloting the 1SYNC Brand Identity solution modeled after the GDSN multi-source requirements. Discover how more companies can capture the cost savings available through data synchronization. Learn how this differs from synchronizing single sourced branded products. Attendees will learn the roles of Brand Owners, Distributors, Brokers and Retailers and what can be done today in GDSN as well as what future enhancements are in the works.
	Speakers:						Wayne Garzancich, Technical Director, Daymon Worldwide Nadine Radomski, Manager, e-Commerce, Dean Foods Co.
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM	General Session: The Top 25 Supply Chain Performers for Extraordinary Times Today’s economy is taking its toll on retailers and suppliers alike. In these extraordinary times, a company’s health relies on the fitness of its operations to simplify processes and squeeze out costs when profits are lean. Bruce Richardson, Chief Research Officer at AMR Research, has made a career of studying the top supply chain performers and will address our theme head on, drawing heavily on the 2009 version of the annual AMR Research Supply Chain Top 25 list, which will have been unveiled just the week prior to the conference. Attend U Connect 09 and begin the journey toward supply chain fitness! Presenter: Bruce Richardson, Chief Research Officer, AMR Research
12:00 PM - 1:45 PM	Lunch & Exhibits
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	General Session: Achieving Extraordinary Results for Extraordinary Times Presented by Erik Wahl, a recognized artist and consultant who inspires corporations to achieve greater levels of performance. Specializing in the psychology of success, he challenges organizations to implement breakthrough thinking to gain extraordinary results. Erik has keynoted meetings for America’s top corporations, guest lectured at the London School of Business and performed for organizations all over the world. Presenter: Erik Wahl
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM	Retailer Session - Lowe's Learn about Lowe's current initiatives involving GS1 standards.
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Affordable Regulatory Compliance through Your B2B Investment Do you stock and sell items that require special end-of-life recycling? Are you shipping products that contain restricted hazardous substances and require special labeling? Will you expect your product owners and suppliers to provide the needed information on materials and substances in their products? And are you expecting these companies to proactively improve their products? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this is the session for you. The industry’s need for material composition information impacts all levels of the global supply chain for electrical and electronic goods equipment. As part of the GS1 community, your solution may be closer than you think. GS1 standards can be leveraged to satisfy government regulations, drive environmental improvements in design and provide information for customers and stakeholders when required. Learn the basics about current and upcoming regulations and how your company may already have an infrastructure in place to implement an affordable solution for gathering material composition information. Speaker: National Institute of Standards and Technology and RosettaNet
	Streamlining Your Supply Chain Cost Through Employing Distribution Center By-Pass Break out of conventional methods of logistics, reduce expense and order cycle time by going directly to the retailer and by-passing the supplier's distribution center (DC). DC-By Pass is a proven business practice that can not only reduce operating costs and order cycle time, but have a positive impact on sustainability. Come learn how this innovative method of logistics can be part of your company's strategy in reducing costs while increasing customer service levels. Speaker: Davey Reyes, Kolo, Inc.
	Simplify your Receiving Process by Leveraging the Advance Ship Notice (ASN) This session will define the Advance Ship Notice (ASN) EDI 856 basic retail implementation models, concepts, key data elements and best practices to help deliver the full potential of ASN usage within your Supply Chain. Speaker: Joe Spreitzer, Sr. Manager, Supply Chain Technology, Target
	Real Data. Real Time. Real Tracking Solution. An object tracking solution is available that simplifies the way trading partners can share information through a common interface called Electronic Product Code Information Service (EPCIS). The EPCIS standard includes a set of interfaces (capture and query) for obtaining and sharing data about unique objects and services both within and across organizations. EPCIS and Data Discovery are the most powerful of the EPCglobal suite of standards and provide efficient, secure, and visible data about an object as it moves through the supply chain. Learn how and what data is shared along with the standards and best practices that can make your supply chain. Speaker: Gena Morgan, EPCglobal US
	Global Traceability Update GS1, the global manager of the GS1 System, provides insights and updates on the progress being made around the world in the area of global traceability. Attendees will leave with the knowledge of: 1) how prepared their company is in terms of deploying standards, processes, and legal applications to conduct a global trace on their product when its safety or authenticity are being questioned; 2) how to establish a comprehensive global traceability program if their company doesn’t currently have one; and 3) how to fill whatever gaps that may be identified in an existing process; and, 4) how to respond effectively and in compliance with local regulations when facing a “Recall Crisis”. Come to this session to learn how to use your GS1 investment to protect your consumers, patients, or even your brand. You may be closer than you think!
	Speakers:						John Keogh, GS1 Canada, Senior Vice President, GS1 Canada Juan Pablo Vial, Global Traceability Conformance Project Manager, GS1 Chile
	EDI in Action This session will provide attendees with up-to-date information on major changes to the GS1 US EDI implementation guidelines issued under version 5050. Additionally, we will provide background on future EDI changes. We will also offer 2 panel discussions to provide guidance to our members on two significant topics. We will include a discussion on (1) state and federal legislation (such as the Consumer Product Safety Act and California Resource Board) and using EDI to accomplish legislative requirements and (2) handling the purchase order change process between trade parties with the 860 and 865 EDI transaction sets. This will include a discussion about best practices and future EDI enhancements. Speakers: Frank Elvin, EC Consultant, ElTech Solutions Speakers: Tom Moriarty, Manager of EDI Support, J.C.Penney Co., Inc. Speakers: Judy Nicoll, Sr. Application Consultant – EDI, Lego Systems, Inc. Speakers: Anita Spence, Director Vendor Relations, Dillards
	New Item Data Quality Certification Pilot – Panel Discussion Certified, high quality data reduces supply chain disruptions. Retailers want to know which suppliers are sending accurate data through the GDSN. Suppliers who are sending high quality data want to distinguish themselves from their competitors. In this interactive panel discussion find out what leading retailers and suppliers have to say about their experiences piloting this new certification program from GS1 US. Speakers: Kristin Andersen, Project Manager, Wegmans Food Markets Speakers: Rob Hoffman, Program Manager, The Hershey Co. Speakers: Peter Porri, Global Initiative Lead – IT, The Coca-Cola Company
	Mobile Commerce and the Alcohol Beverage Industry As more and more consumers rely upon cell phones and PDA’s to access product information anytime and from anywhere; the alcohol beverage industry will need to understand and leverage the opportunities and implications of these emerging developments. There is more and more interest from consumers about what ingredients are in a product, what allergens it might contain, its nutritional value, where the product came from and much more. This session provides some ideas and views of how mobile commerce might be used by consumers with alcohol beverage and other products to deliver more information quickly and efficiently to consumers through their personal devices. Speaker: Cameron Green, Sr. Manager, Global Solutions, GS1 Global Office
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Retailer Session - Wakefern Learn about Wakefern's current initiatives involving GS1 standards.