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In his presentation, Frank Giroux from Bayer explores the integration of generative AI in supply chain management, discussing the challenges and opportunities encountered since 2023. He emphasizes the unique requirements of supply chain management and shares key lessons learned throughout this journey. Giroux points out that both AI technology and the existing information structures in large organizations lack the maturity necessary for achieving quick wins in the short term. Ultimately, he advocates for empowering employees and embedding AI into organizational strategies, as intelligent agents offer a perfect approach to teach teams navigate the uncertainties associated with AI.
Topics To Be Covered
Generative AI in supply chain management
Challenges of AI adoption in large organizations
Key lessons from real-world AI integration
Empowering teams with intelligent agents
Who Is This For?
Supply Chain & Operations Leaders
AI & Digital Transformation Executives
Enterprise Strategy & Innovation Teams
Business Leaders Adopting AI
Meet Your Speaker
Manager Digital Transformation, Bayer

Frank Giroux is the Manager of Digital Transformation in SCM Pharma at Bayer Pharma, where he specializes in driving innovation through chatbot and large language model (LLM) applications. With eight years of experience in digital transformation and a decade managing product supply IT projects, Frank combines technical expertise with a passion for modernizing supply chain processes.
An industrial engineer with roots in Berlin and Toulouse, Frank earned the SCM Management Award for his groundbreaking 2017 Supply Chain Breakthrough project. As a recognized speaker on digital transformation, AI, and innovation methods, he continues to share insights and shape the future of AI-driven solutions in the pharmaceutical industry.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Time & Place
April 1, 2025
15:00 - 16:00
The Ritz-Carlton Berlin
Salon Tiergarten
Classroom Seating
Notes
Agenda for this session
5 min introduction
25 min presentation
15 min Q&A