Conference

2008 Conference

Join ABI EC at U Connect 08
June 9th - 12th, 2008
The Gaylord Texan
Dallas, TX

Featuring Alcohol Beverage Industry-Specific Sessions and
Networking Lunch Sponsored by ABI EC

Building a Better Supply Chain:
Data Synchronization for the Alcohol Beverage Industry

Data synchronization in the alcohol beverage industry is quickly becoming as important as placing and scanning a Universal Product Code (U.P.C.) on a product. ABI EC believes that data synchronization is a key step to building a better supply chain and has recommended that now is the time for all suppliers, distributors, states and retailers to implement data synchronization. This year’s conference is focused on providing the right information that you need to get started. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from your peers and customers why data synchronization is a key initiative in their organizations and learn first hand the near term and long term benefits they will achieve.

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Since 2003, the ABI EC Conference has been held in conjunction with U Connect, the ONE event for supply chain excellence and best practices. Partnering with GS1 US provides alcohol beverage industry members the opportunity to attend industry-specific sessions along with functional sessions on bar codes, data synchronization, e-commerce, EPC/RFID, business process automation and collaborative commerce standards. Choose from over 40 content-rich sessions including executive-level, advanced/intermediate, and a full day of basic-level training presented by experts in retail, manufacturing and distribution. Register today at www.uconnectevent.org

2008 Conference Highlights:
	Industry Networking ABI EC Luncheon Wednesday, June 11th, 2008 To attend the ABI EC luncheon, click here to R.S.V.P.
	Visit the ABI EC Booth: Get additional resources to help you implement Enter our iPod® Drawing
	Alcohol Beverage Industry Sessions Sponsored by ABI EC Data Synchronization 101 for the Alcohol Beverage Industry (Session 23) Data synchronization is a reality in the alcohol beverage industry and many suppliers, distributors and states are joining the movement. Hear from some of the industry's leading organizations as they share what they learned as they researched, designed and implemented their data synchronization tactics and strategies; from persuading their senior management to educating their suppliers and customers; to selecting the right solution providers. These organizations will share their experiences; what went right and those things that did not. This industry is known for its collaboration and willingness to share information; if your organization is preparing for data synchronization....this is the must attend session! Speakers: Representatives from Constellation Wines and LANSA Why Data Synchronization in the Alcohol Beverage Category is important to Retailers (Session 31) Buyers and Category Managers at suppliers, distributors, states, restaurants, and retailers have different views of their markets, the products their customers want and their organizations' information needs. Representatives from leading retailers and distributors will provide their viewpoints describing why data synchronization in the alcohol beverage category is important to their organizations and why they are encouraging their suppliers to get engaged. This is not only about synchronizing data it is about the importance of synchronizing accurate data; panel members will describe what their organizations are doing to ensure the data in their systems and that shared with their trading partners is accurate and correct. Speakers: Representatives from AAFES, Food Lion and others to be announced. Data Synchronization in the Beer Industry: Pilot Updates and Future Plans (Session 44) Beer is a fast moving category; new products, clever promotions, brand loyal customers and competitive pricing make this an important category to retailers, distributors, states, and on-premise sellers. Come hear what is "on tap" at this session recapping the industry's data synchronization pilots and the progress which has been achieved. Events are coming to "a head" and if beer is in your product mix then this session is for you. Speakers: Representatives from Anheuser-Busch, Miller Brewing Company, National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA), New Belgium Brewing, and Reyes Holdings To learn more and to register, visit www.uconnectevent.org