Capital goods procurement is a utility's second largest expenditure after fuel (an estimated $40 billion on goods alone each year). SRM and inventory best practice strategies are crucial to supply chain, in order to achieve maximum optimization and excellence. How does supply chain highlight it's added value to corporation, while responding to price volatility, and increase efficiency through increase of eCommerce.

Attend Platts 3rd Annual Strategic Supply Chain Management for Utilities January 19-21, 2004 in Orlando, FL. In this two and half day conference, learn to overcome the key challenges that utilities face to optimize their supply chain management and generate cost savings.

Wednesday, January 19, 2005 — One Day Symposium
"Strategies to Optimize Supplier Relationship Management and to Streamline Inventory Management"
Amongst others case studies, hear National Grid and PPL debating the optimal supplier base size and how to incorporate up to date technology into your inventory system.

Thursday, January 20 and Friday, January 21, 2005 — Main Conference
"Response to Price Volatility, Measure Supply Chain Bottom Line Value and Optimize SCM through eCommerce"

Keynote speakers include:
Walter Rhodes, Chief Procurement Officer, Entergy
Bradford F. Tobin, Vice President and Chief Procurement Officer,
First Energy
Jacki Lowe, Vice President, Supply Chain Management, Southern Company
Michelle Kalnas, Senior Vice President, Supply Chain, AEP

You cannot afford to miss this year's event! Register today to guarantee your spot.

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