February 5, 2020
Los Angeles, CA
Learn how smart technology is transforming the way ports do business – including simplifying processes, efficiently analyzing and processing data, incorporating artificial intelligence to anticipate needs and finding new and better ways to secure systems. Along with knowledgeable industry solution providers, ports are using innovation to drive digital transformation and clear results.
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Smart Ports: Key Challenges and Opportunities
A futurist’s perspective on smart ports in the Western Hemisphere will address topics such as the challenges of digital transformation, the redefinition of humanmachine relationships, the future of work and jobs, privacy in the era of big data and the sharing economy.
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Envisioning Tomorrow’s Terminal: Improving Cargo Flow from Ship to Gate
This session will explore what North American terminal operators are successfully doing with IT to improve their port’s performance, how they benefit from these efforts, and what remains to be done.
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Implementing an Interconnected Supply Chain
Disparate systems within the supply chain must be coordinated into a holistic solution. Presenters will share their understanding of the different levels of digitization ports and their partners must undergo to improve the flow of cargo; the benefits of an information exchange between parties for operational efficiency; and how ports can play a leadership role in new digital strategies.
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Opportunities and Challenges Surrounding Automation
Automation is a critical issue at the forefront of discussions surround port and terminal development. As organizations responsible for cargo handling work to capitalize on the opportunities that automation provides, ports must be sensitive to concerns of the workforce and responsible in their role as job creators and economic engines for their regions.
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Weston Labar, Chief Executive Officer, Harbor Trucking Association (San Pedro, CA)
Dane Jones, Clerks Technology Coordinator, International Longshore and Warehouse Union
Chad Lindsay, Vice President, Pacific Maritime Association
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Cybersecurity: A New Era of Threat Detection, Deterrence and Response
Commercial ports are critical infrastructure since the disruption or destruction of their operations would have a significant impact on people, economies, and the
environment. Forward-leaning ports will offer sage advice on critical services that rely on emerging information and communication technologies to not only detect, but thwart, today’s advanced cyber threats.
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Calculating and Communicating the ROI on Digital Solutions
Ports and their partners are faced with decisions regarding whether or not to outlay substantial resources to implement technology solutions. As executives look for input on whether or not to allocate funds and staff time for both capital costs and operating costs CIOs and other organizational leaders must be prepared to demonstrate the cost-benefit and ROI on digital solutions.
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Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
Get smart about machine learning as it relates to port and supply chain technology. Understand the differences between narrow intelligence, general intelligence and super intelligence and what it can mean for the supply chain when machines can learn.
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The Role of IT in All-Hazards Recovery
As ports and their partners continue to confront an array of risks from a variety of hazards, their risk analyses must include not only threats to physical infrastructure but also network infrastructure. Whether addressing the impacts of a weather event, power disruption or security incident, digital solutions must be part of every organization’s emergency preparation, response and recovery.
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Advanced GIS Applications
Many ports have been utilizing GIS in a variety of applications and settings, but there are always new applications and uses for this proven technology. Is your port using GIS to its fullest extent and capability?
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Technology in the Cruise Experience
Cruise ports face special challenges and can capitalize on unique opportunities when it comes to technology. Beginning with intelligent parking solutions, continuing with integrated video monitor solutions in cruise terminals and ending with facial
recognition software for security screening and boarding, the cruise passenger is touched by technology at nearly every step of his/her experience.
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Developing a Change Management and Workforce Strategy to Improve Capability Gaps
This panel will delve into the struggles different ports and organizations have undergone in addressing workforce capabilities related to the intersection of technology and operations.
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