OMP Talks

In this episode, host Flo Daelemans sits down with Philip Vervloesem following the latest Zero100 Forum, where COOs and CSCOs explored how supply chains must evolve to operate at decision speed in a world of constant disruption.From rising geopolitical uncertainty and shifting trade dynamics to the acceleration of AI from experimentation to real-world deployment, one theme stands out: decision velocity is becoming the defining competitive advantage.Philip shares how leading organizations are rethinking their operating models, shifting toward continuous, decision-centric planning, and preparing for the next phase of the AI-driven industrial revolution.Tune in to discover what sets leading organizations apart, how fusion teams are redefining collaboration, and what it takes to lead in this new era of supply chain transformation.

Philip Vervloesem, Lisa Henriott, and Jessica Roberts share their reflections from two energetic days at the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit in Denver. From the evolution of AI in planning to global transformation stories and deeper customer connections, they explore the themes that stood out across keynotes, sessions, and conversations with leaders shaping the future of supply chain planning.Hear how organizations are moving from AI exploration to early adoption, what real-world results like Kraft Heinz are achieving with smarter, value-driven planning, and why strong leadership and collaboration make all the difference on the road to autonomous planning.

Explore the cross-industry insights and customer stories that Fortune 500 leaders brought to the 2025 OMP Conference in Miami.Join us as we explore key themes highlighted by Philip Vervloesem, Chief Commercial and Markets Officer at OMP, and Kurt Gillis, Chief Industry and Commercial Officer. From people-driven transformation and value realization to resilience, sustainability and innovation at scale, this episode brings together perspectives from leading global companies across consumer goods, chemicals, life sciences and packaging,  demonstrating how their challenges and successes are moving the industry forward. 

Discover how innovation, AI, and decision-centric planning came together at the 2025 OMP Conference in Miami.Join us as we explore key insights and standout moments shared by Philip Vervloesem, Chief Commercial and Markets Officer at OMP, and Tom Wouters, Chief Product Officer at OMP. From always-on autonomous agents to decision-centric planning and the ecosystem innovations showcased live at the conference, this episode offers a front-row seat to the future of AI-driven supply chain planning. 

Discover how the REAL theme shaped conversations, insights and innovations at the 2025 OMP Conference in Fort Lauderdale and Miami.Join us as we explore key takeaways and inspiring moments shared by Philip Vervloesem, Chief Commercial and Markets Officer at OMP, and Jessica Roberts.From customers highlighting real KPIs to the rise of fusion teams, UnisonIQ in action and the people who made the event unforgettable, this episode offers a front row seat to what “real” truly means for the future of supply chain. 

Philip Vervloesem and Jessica Roberts share fresh insights from the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit in London. From decision-centric planning and AI to more agile, collaborative ways of working, discover what’s shaping the next wave of supply chain transformation, where human-AI synergy and self-learning planning help organizations make smarter, faster decisions.

Discover how agentic AI and decision-centric planning are transforming supply chains, moving from pilots to real-world impact. Hear insights from analysts and OMP customer Mars, and explore the rise of fusion teams, human-in-the-loop AI, and collaboration models reshaping the future of planning.

Fresh off the stage at the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium | Xpo™ 2025 in Barcelona, Jessica Roberts sits down with Philip Vervloesem to reflect on a packed few weeks of insight, inspiration, and connection. From back-to-back events in Orlando and Barcelona to standout keynote moments, deep dives with industry leaders, and high-energy customer dinners, this episode captures the momentum shaping supply chain planning today.Philip shares how the vibe in Barcelona differed from Orlando, what stood out in this year’s keynote presentations, and how real stories, like Nestlé’s journey, are shaping the path toward autonomous planning. They also break down OMP’s top positioning in the latest Magic Quadrant and what it means for customers today and tomorrow.

Join Flo Daelemans and Philip Vervloesem as they unpack the key highlights from the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium | Xpo™ 2025 in Orlando. Fresh from the conference, they explore sharp analyst insights and real-world customer stories that reveal where supply chain transformation is headed. From polycrisis planning and people-driven change to the rise of Generative AI, discover what’s shaping the next evolution in planning. 

Discover how Evonik Oxeno embraced decision-centric planning to enhance business value. By transitioning from process-centric to decision-centric planning and running hundreds of scenarios weekly, the company is better prepared for disruptions and equipped to make data-driven decisions. Hear from David Kochanek, Supply Chain Solution Manager, as he addresses this approach’s impact on decision-making and the organization. 

Tune in as Philip Vervloesem, Jasper Wouters, and Flo Daelemans deliver a dynamic recap of the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit in Denver. Continuing in our new "on the go" format, they unpack the conference's key themes shaping 2025 and beyond, from the power of data in decision-centric planning to innovations such as Gen AI and Green Planning. Discover why this summit was the perfect finale to our 2024 conference season!

Tune into an engaging discussion featuring Philip Vervloesem and Flo Daelemans as they recap the recent Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit in London. In this new "on the go" format, discover how discussions on AI, digital transformation, and effective storytelling are shaping the future of the industry. Join us as they explore what made this summit a must-attend and share their anticipation for the next event in Denver this December! 

Discover the main takeaways from the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Symposium/Xpo™ 2024, as shared by Philip Vervloesem, OMP's Global Commercial Lead.Learn what made this year's symposiums unique, the presentations that stood out, and the lessons learned from Kraft Heinz’s journey to autonomous planning.

To ensure digital transformation success, as a business owner, you need competent people to drive and executive initiatives. But what skills and roles are essential?In this episode of OMP Talks, Karlien Vanderheyden, Doctor of Psychology and Associate Professor at Vlerick Business School, provides the answers. She shares practical strategies, research data, and helpful framework, including the Digital Leadership Model, “4V” model. Tune in and maximize your digital transformation benefits. This episode is part of the collaboration between OMP and Vlerick Business School’s Centre for Smart People in the Smart Supply Chain, focusing on research initiatives to advance digital transformation.

Navigating supply chain challenges during tough economic times requires solid supply chain planning. In times of change, like business transformations, it's vital for companies to focus on creating value. Join Jack Eggels, former Executive at Shell Chemicals, and Jan Lemmens from OMP as they talk about how to create value, the key role of third parties, and why people and processes matter in business transformations.

How to bring winning strategies to life in the physical and information supply chain? How did P&G approach the information supply chain? And what was the impact of shifting to centralized planning?Bob Herzog, former Senior Director of Planning at P&G, sheds light on the key drivers for success in the consumer goods industry. 

Why set Green Planning objectives? How do these sustainability targets impact supply chains? And what role does technology play? Niek Vaessen, former Director of Business Transformation at Bridgestone, sheds light on the business value of Green Planning. 

How can effective risk management position a business for success during volatile times? What criteria should be considered when selecting a solution provider? And what strategies can be employed to attract top-tier talent in supply chain planning?Jack Eggels, former executive at Shell Chemicals, addresses the key drivers for success in the chemicals industry.

Discover the main takeaways from the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit™ 2023 in Phoenix, as shared by Philip Vervloesem, OMP's Global Commercial Lead. Learn how this summit stood out, the new topics discussed, and the changing landscape of AI and sustainability in the industry. 

How do you ensure timely product launches? How can you adapt your organization and processes to handle disruptions in a resilient way? And what role do systems and tools play? Stef Vermeiren, former VP of Global Planning at Johnson and Johnson, addresses the key drivers for success in the life sciences industry. 

Discover the dynamic interplay of agility, sustainability, and innovation at the 2023 OMP Conference in Barcelona. Join us as we dive into key insights and inspiring moments shared by Philip Vervloesem, SVP OMP USA and Pieter Van Nyen, Director Product Development at OMP. From Formula 1 agility lessons to transformative co-innovation projects with customers, this episode offers a front-row seat to the future of supply chain. 

Dive into the evolution of OMP’s supply chain software with Software Architect Patrick Van Cauteren, who’s been with the company since the very start. From the first mathematical optimizer application to the full-blown Unison Planning platform, discover the challenges and driving forces behind this transformative journey.

Join our captivating conversation with Bob Herzog, a seasoned supply chain leader with over 25 years of experience at Procter & Gamble's planning department and a key member of the Spark Advisory Board. He sheds light on the Spark Initiative, which brings together industry and academia to tackle age-old supply chain challenges: How can we deliver the best possible service to our customers while cutting costs and inventory? How can we plan more sustainably? And how can we harness data from diverse sources to make more informed decisions? Bob's valuable insights offer an exclusive glimpse into the initiative's potential to revolutionize the future of supply chain planning.

Discover the key highlights and takeaways from the highly anticipated Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™ 2023 in Barcelona, as shared by Paul Delbar, OMP's Industry Marketing Manager. Gain insights into the hottest topics discussed, the prevailing sentiments among companies regarding the future, and the prominent role of sustainability.

Today’s supply chain planning processes are struggling to keep up with the rapidly evolving market dynamics. To address this challenge, OMP launched the Spark Initiative, a think tank that explores the potential of an outside-in planning approach. But how exactly does this approach work, and what obstacles does it encounter? OMP’s Innovation Lead, Jan Snoeckx, explains how it can transform your planning processes.

How can manufacturing companies integrate sustainability data and key performance indicators (KPIs) into their planning process? Which industries are at the forefront of sustainable supply chain planning? And how can other companies follow their lead? Ioana Simon, a Green Planning expert, shares valuable insights on the challenges and best practices of sustainable planning.

Implementing data science tools in your business can be tricky. How do you choose the best techniques? Which steps are part of the process? And who do you need to involve in the project?  Wouter Verbeke, Associate Professor of Data Science at KU Leuven and experienced expert on the subject, shares best practices for a successful implementation.

Your supply chain digital twin needs master data to capture the capabilities, capacities, and performance of your production and distribution network. But what if your master data is inaccurate, based more on legacy and gut feeling than on reality? That’s why OMP developed Data Genie. Jeroen Devreese, data scientist and creator of Data Genie, shares insights of this fascinating tool with you.  

What are AIs up to? As AI increasingly influences our personal lives as well as how we plan supply chains it’s becoming more and more important to understand their intentions. Kris Dockx and Broes De Cat talk about the workings of Explainable AI (XAI).

David Huygens, Senior Product Manager at OMP and an expert in all things solver, was intrigued by the campaign planning problem when he first started working at OMP. What followed was a multi-year journey to finding the best methods for solving the campaign planning problem, drawing upon everything from mixed-integer programming to heuristics.