Frontline Technology Summit
ROI at the Supply Chain Edge
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026 – Lincolnshire, IL
You are invited!
Join us for an exclusive event with your industry peers and partners in the Midwest, where edge technology strategy, innovation, and practical solutions are born and raised.Hosted at the Zebra Experience Center, this invite‑only event brings together executives, innovators, and technology ecosystem experts for a highly curated, outcomes‑focused experience.
Step inside a full day designed for visionary leaders who are shaping the future of supply chain, operations, and digital transformation.
You will gain strategic insights, hands‑on exposure to cutting‑edge technologies, and meaningful connections with peers driving measurable ROI in their organizations.
Hear from industry leaders on the direction of supply chain frontline technology, break bread with peers and enjoy an after-event food and drink gathering on-site.
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Agenda
Morning: The Strategic Vision & Orchestration
8:00 AM – 8:40 AM | Check-In: Registration and Networking
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. Speaker: Chip Yager, VP Corporate Strategy, Zebra Technologies
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Kickoff: A Human-in-the-Middle Approach
Warehousing and Distribution Trends – A strategic overview of the key shifts we are observing in the market based on Zebra’s research and direct feedback from the field. Speaker: Andres Boullosa, Global Strategy – Warehouse Vertical at Zebra Technologies, 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. Speaker: Jordan Roberts, Connors Group
BREAK – 10:45 – 11:00 AM
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Session 2: Supply Chain Orchestration & AI
Information for Insight and Control – How IT can guide their organizations to move beyond basic AI chatbots to build closed source, enterprise-integrated AI systems that leverage live warehouse data to proactively resolve bottlenecks and autonomously orchestrate supply chain operations. Speakers: Dean A. Jackson, VP Mygo Consulting, Inc. & Tony Holland SPV, Synactive
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Session 3: Artificial Intelligence the Future of Frontline Operations
Explore practical, “ready-to-use” AI applications at the supply chain edge that automate complex decision-making and enhance frontline execution efficiency. Speakers: Mark Oliver, Sr. Dir. Advanced Technology Produce Management, Zebra Technologies & Tony Holland, SVP, Synactive
LUNCH – 12:00 – 12:45 PM | Networking Power Lunch
Afternoon: Empowerment & The ROI Loop
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. Speaker: 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, Zebra Technologies; 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: Mauricio Grossi, CRO, Mygo Consulting, Inc.; Ram Ganesan, Director IT Applications at ACCO Brands
BREAK – 3:00 to 3:15 PM
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.
Registration
Please provide your contact details and we will follow up with a calendar invite to secure your attendance.
April 8th Frontline Technology Summit Registration
Reserve a seat for the one-day event at Zebra Headquarters in Lincolnshire IL.
Event Location
The Zebra Headquarters and Experience Center is located in Lincolnshire, approximately a 20-minute drive from O’Hare International Airport and 40 minutes from downtown Chicago.
Where to Stay
We recommend staying near the Zebra HQ at the Lincolnshire Marriot Resort or The Marriott Courtyard.
