McKinsey Talks Operations

Cutting through the noise to transform strategy into lasting Operations success

In a rapidly evolving environment, Operations strategy can drive productivity and resilience, and capture new opportunities for competitive advantage.

Join the conversation with McKinsey experts and industry leaders, in this active program that showcases the latest thinking in Operations excellence.

Use these pages to explore the opportunities, register for events, and become part of the McKinsey Talks Operations community.

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Presenter Icon Upcoming Events - Virtual

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May 9, 2024 | 5:00 PM CET | 11:00 AM ET

Boosting Talent Stability and Productivity in Frontline Operations

Cross-Operations

Join us for an insightful 60-minute webinar, featuring practical wisdom from industry leaders at the forefront of the workforce...
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transformation. This session will equip you with an in-depth understanding of today’s challenges and the effective initiatives that deliver business results.
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: Dado Misljencevic, Tyler Freeman, Marino Mugayar-Baldocchi

Duration: 1 hour

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May 10th, 2024
11am-12pm ET | 5pm-6pm CET

Next Generation Operational Excellence: Achieving Operational Excellence in the Digital Age

Cross-Operations

Join McKinsey experts and industry peers to discover the principles of Next Generation Operational Excellence – a proven approach that...
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enables organizations to combine the best of technology and human collaboration.
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: Joris Wijpkema, Richard Sellschop, Erik Schaefer, Alessandra Fantoni

Duration: 1 hour

We regularly host webinars across a wide range of Operations functions and topics. View all broadcast and virtual events—and our extensive archive.

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May 15-16, 2024 | San Francisco Bay area, CA

R&D Leaders Forum

Product Development & Procurement

Join us for an event that brings together leaders in R&D and product development! We will be discussing the latest trends and innovations...
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shaping the R&D function—from using gen AI to power efficiency to exploring the operating model of the future…
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May 14-16, 2024 | London, United Kingdom

Spendscape at Procurement Leaders World Congress 2024

Industry conference
Product Development & Procurement

Spendscape by McKinsey is proud to attend the Procurement Leaders World Congress in London. We are welcoming you at our exhibition space...
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to guide you through our latest offerings and solutions in the procurement technology space.
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May 29, 2024 – Kuala Lumpur
9am – 1pm MYT

Procurement Executive Roundtable: Building Resilience through AI-enabled Procurement

Product Development & Procurement

Procurement leaders are navigating a challenging landscape, prompting the need for sophisticated practices. Join us for an in-person...
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roundtable where leading industry CPOs unveil their industry perspective and resilience toolbox. Empower yourself to thrive amidst volatility and coordinate responses to macroeconomic drivers.
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We regularly host events including summits, round table discussions, expos, and more across a wide range of Operations functions and topics. View all in person and hybrid events here.

Presenter IconLatest Podcasts

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January 15, 2024

Navigating the new normal: Operations insights for 2024

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January 3, 2024

Generative AI in operations: Capturing the value

manufacturing africas future jobs growth and sustainability
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November 9, 2023

Manufacturing Africa’s future: Jobs, growth, and sustainability

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