The Future of Electronics: Navigating AI, Geopolitics and Global Disruption

This presentation will explore how the electronics industry is being reshaped by powerful global forces, including AI and HPC demand, semiconductor and advanced-packaging capacity, geopolitical pressures, regional manufacturing, resilient sourcing, automation, and workforce transformation.

• Why AI/HPC growth is changing electronics capacity, investment and supply-chain priorities 
• How geopolitical and regionalization pressures may reshape global electronics manufacturing networks 
• What resilience means when critical technologies depend on highly concentrated suppliers, regions and capabilities 
• Where AI and automation can materially change supply-chain planning, manufacturing operations, and the workforce 
• What executives should do now to prepare for a more complex, interconnected, and volatile electronics ecosystem 

Bio: Dr. Yossi Sheffi is a globally recognized expert in supply chain management, systems optimization, and risk analysis. As the Elisha Gray II Professor of Engineering Systems at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Dr. Sheffi holds several leadership roles, including Director of the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics and Founder of the MIT SCALE Network, a global network of supply chain and logistics academic centers. His groundbreaking work in education includes launching the highly successful MITx MicroMasters program in supply chain management, which has reached over one million learners in 196 countries.

Dr. Sheffi is also a successful entrepreneur, having founded or co-founded five innovative companies in technology and logistics, including Logistics.com and Syncra Systems, both of which were aquired by industry leaders. His ability to bridge academia and industry has made him a trusted advisor to governments and global enterprises, offering insights into resilience, innovation, and the future of work.

An accomplished author, Dr. Sheffi has written nine award-winning books on topics such as business resilience, sustainability, and clustering. His latest book, The Magic Conveyor Belt: Supply Chains, A.I., and the Future of Work (2023), explores the transformative i pact of technology on supply chains and the global workforce. Dr. Sheffi’s thought leadership extends to leading publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, and Sloan Management Review.

Dr. Sheffi’s expertise is in high demand. He is a sought-after keynote speaker for major conferences and organizations, offering dynamic presentations on supply chain resilience, sustainability, and the evolving role of artificial intelligence. His talks draw on decades of experience and real-world case studies, providing actionable insights for businesses navigating today’s complex global economy.

Dr. Sheffi’s contributions to academia and industry have earned him numerous accolades, including the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals’ Distinguished Service Award and honorary degrees from international institutions. His innovative approach to solving complex global challenges continues to inspire leaders worldwide.

Topics:
• AI and the Future of Work
• Supply Chain Resilience
• The Pandemic Impact on Supply Chains
• Sustainable Supply Chains
• Logistics Clusters