The rules of supply chain management are changing, and industry leaders must adapt to stay ahead.

At DELIVER America 2026, Abe Eshkenazi, CEO of the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM), shared his perspective on the challenges facing modern supply chains and the importance of learning from those navigating them firsthand.

Traditionally, supply chain success has been measured through speed, cost efficiency, asset utilisation and lean inventory. Today, organisations must also prioritise resilience, agility and risk management to respond to an increasingly unpredictable environment.

“The rules of the road are changing,” Abe explained.

For Abe, the value of DELIVER America lies in bringing together professionals who are actively addressing these challenges within their businesses.

Rather than relying solely on internal perspectives, attendees can exchange practical experiences, discover different approaches and learn what works across the wider industry.

These conversations encourage organisations to experiment, challenge established practices and respond more effectively to disruption.

Abe also highlighted the collaborative nature of the supply chain community, where professionals are willing to share knowledge and help others succeed.

For ASCM, DELIVER America demonstrates the importance of bringing industry leaders together to accelerate learning, strengthen professional connections and help businesses prepare for an evolving supply chain landscape.