Frontline Technology Summit: 

ROI At The Supply Chain Edge

 

An exclusive executive event for CIOs, VPs, CTOs, and Directors of IT & Operations

 

April 8, 2026   8:00 AM – 7:00 PM CDT

Zebra Technologies HQ,   

Lincolnshire, IL

 

 

          Presented with:     
tablecloth design (73.2 x 35.5 in) (20)

 

Join Us for an Exclusive Executive Leadership Event

Step inside a full day designed for visionary leaders who are shaping the future of supply chain, operations, and digital transformation. Hosted at the Zebra Experience Center, this invite‑only event brings together executives, innovators, and SAP ecosystem experts for a highly curated, outcomes‑focused experience.
You will gain strategic insights, hands‑on exposure to cutting‑edge technologies, and meaningful connections with peers driving measurable ROI in their organizations.

Event Agenda

8:00 AM – 8:40 AM
Check - In: Registration and Check-In

Start the day with a warm welcome, fresh coffee, and an opportunity to network with fellow CIOs, VPs, and industry peers before the sessions begin.

9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Opening Keynote: The Missing Link: An Integrated Strategic Roadmap At The Edge

Learn how leading organizations are aligning technology investments with business growth goals to build resilience, agility, and competitive advantage in a volatile market.

Speakers: Chip Yager, VP Corporate Strategy, Zebra Technologies

9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Kickoff : A Human-in-the-Middle Approach to Technology Investments & Business Growth

Hear firsthand from leaders who have delivered major transformation milestones - achieving real ROI, reduced complexity, and measurable outcomes across the SAP/Zebra ecosystem.

Speakers: Becky Gowan, VP North America Channel, Zebra Technologies

10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
Session 1: The North Star: Aligning IT Objectives with Labor Standards

Connect with peers and solution experts to explore how synchronizing IT goals with labor standards creates a roadmap for workforce productivity and operational excellence.

In collaboration with The Connors Group

10:45 AM – 11:00 AM
BREAK
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Session 2: Supply Chain Orchestration: Information for Insight and Control

Experience hands-on demonstrations of the latest advancements in automation and mobility that turn real-time data into actionable warehouse insights.

Speakers: SAP & Tony Holland, SVP, Synactive

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Session 3: Artificial Intelligence at the Edge

Explore practical, "ready-to-use" AI applications at the supply chain edge that automate complex decision-making and enhance frontline execution efficiency. 

Speakers: Dean A. Jackson (VP, Mygo Consulting, Inc.) & Tony Holland (SPV, Synactive, Inc.)

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Lunch

Networking Power Lunch

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Session 4: Frontline Empowerment: How Feedback and System Analytics Drive Warehouse Success

Discover how to bridge the gap between high-level data and floor-level execution by leveraging system analytics and direct frontline feedback to eliminate operational bottlenecks.

Speakers: Shari Christofferson (President, Connect Inc.)

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Session 5: Measure What Matters: The Moneyball Approach to Warehouse Improvement

Apply a rigorous, data-driven framework to identify the high-impact KPIs that truly drive profitability and uncover hidden efficiencies within your existing infrastructure.

Speakers: David Floss (Senior Manager - End User Services at Zebra Technologies) and Shari Christofferson (President, Connect Inc.)

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Session 6: The Invisible Thread in Action: Bridging the Gap Between SAP Strategy and the Warehouse Floor
A customer case study examination of how leading organizations utilize SAP BTP and Zebra mobile integrations to modernize operations and achieve 100% paperless warehouse execution.

Speakers: Maruicio Grossi  (CRO, Mygo Consulting, Inc.)
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Break
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
Practitioner Panel & Call to Action: All Partners + Host Q&A Session

An interactive session to synthesize the day's insights into a concrete, "Monday Morning" roadmap for your organization’s digital transformation journey.

4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Zebra Experience Center Tour

Take a guided, hands-on tour of Zebra’s state-of-the-art innovation hub to witness the future of robotics, RFID, and intelligent edge technologies in action.

4:45 PM - 7:00 PM
Cocktail Networking Session

Wrap up the day with food, drinks, and continued strategic conversations with industry leaders, partners, and your executive peers.

Secure Your Spot

This is a highly curated event with limited space. Please complete the registration form to confirm your participation.
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Recommended Accommodations

A limited block of rooms has been reserved at the Lincolnshire Marriott Resort for event attendees.
We recommend booking early as rooms are available on a first‑come, first‑served basis: BOOK HERE 

 

Event Location

Zebra Technologies Headquarters
3 Overlook Point
Lincolnshire, IL 60069

Parking: Complimentary parking available on‑site.
Attire: Business casual.