This conference on “blockchain” and how it is changing the landscape, especially in the area of food safety and traceability, is sponsored by the U.S. – Mexico Chamber of Commerce, Mid-America Chapter, and the Traffic Club of Chicago.

Keynote speaker: Freightwaves executive George Abernathy

Morning session: Blockchain and Its Relevance to “Top Tier” Supply Chain Leaders and Transportation Professionals
Blockchain leaders from IBM and BiTA (Blockchain in Transportation Alliance) are among the participants who will share their initiatives in this session.

Afternoon session: The Digitization of the Supply Chain and Its Impact on Transportation and Logistics
Speakers and panelists from Caterpillar and other international organizations will show how supply chain digitalization complements today’s technologies and its ability to integrate with legacy systems in use today.