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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Webinar series

Driving excellence in commodity sourcing

Webinar series
Product Development & Procurement

Join our upcoming webinar series to gain valuable insights into the complexities of raw material sourcing in a rapidly evolving value...
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chain, addressing fluctuating energy costs, supply chain disruptions, and weakened demand. Our team of McKinsey experts will provide an in-depth analysis and share practical solutions to tackle these challenges effectively.
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November 7-8, 2024

Procurement Executive Transition Forum

Product Development & Procurement

Join us for this virtual event to learn more about the current global outlooks and trends in procurement, with a cross-sector focus....
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Attendees can expect to exchange ideas and gain insights from top experts and senior advisors in a unique and secure environment.
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Duration: 2 days

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November 14, 2024
10:00 AM PT | 1:00 PM ET

Orchestrating Success: The Rhythm of Supply Chain Planning

Manufacturing & Supply Chain

Join a select and small group of your industry peers where McKinsey experts will share their industry experience and research on how...
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companies can advance supply chain planning capabilities to improve operational performance and drive revenue and profitability.
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Speakers: Srini Bangalore, Patrick Green, Scott McArthur

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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4-7 November 2024 | Barcelona, Spain

Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo

Conference
Cross-Operations

McKinsey is proud to have a presence at Gartner’s IT Symposium/Xpo in Barcelona and bring together experts from manufacturing, supply...
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chain, procurement, and services functions. Join us to discuss how to reach value beyond the hype, delivering on the promise of tech from strategy to scale. Meet us at exhibition space #625 to explore how to rewire your organization for productivity. Explore, try, and apply our latest offerings and solutions in Operations space to help you reach operational excellence.
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November 2024 | London, United Kingdom

Services Rewired Summit Europe

Service Operations

Post pandemic, productivity levels have not returned to meet expectations of business leaders, or shareholders. New levers are needed to...
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drive a step-change in performance, efficiencies and improved outcomes for customers and for employees across the value chain. The answer lies in rewiring your service operations: infusing the right technology where and when it matters, and improving experiences for both employees and customers, to drive productivity outcomes. Join senior leaders from across Europe and McKinsey experts at the Services Rewired Summit Europe in London for the definitive knowledge exchange on driving productivity in front, mid and back-office operations and rewiring the business and organizational fundamentals to stimulate future growth. This event is designed for CxOs and Divisional leaders in service-led businesses wishing to lead the change. Please supply your contact information using the form below to register your interest for this event.
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November 19, 2024 | Newtown Square, PA

2024 North America Supply Chain Partner Executive Summit

Manufacturing & Supply Chain

Join industry leaders and McKinsey experts at 2024 North America Supply Chain Partner Executive Summit to network, learn and discuss the...
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future of supply chain.
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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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July 19, 2024

Future-proofing operations: How tech and talent go hand in hand

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July 8, 2024

The evolution of customer care: AI and the Gen Z effect

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June 3, 2024

When failure is an option: Fostering organizational innovation and learning

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