Logistics Series, Week 2: Optimizing Distribution Network Strategy, November 2026

Learners will explore another layer of complexity in supply chains as procurement activities shift to strategic sourcing, capabilities of outsourcing partners factor into strategies, and supply chain teams take proactive steps to manage risk. Optimizing Distribution Network Strategies (DNS) work to achieve the lowest distribution costs by balancing the numbers, sizes and locations of facilities while also achieving exceptional levels of customer service. DNS strategies are continually influenced by eCommerce, channel growth, real estate costs and other factors. Learners will begin to understand how underperforming distribution centers, rising fuel prices, expansion into new regions and other factors impact distribution. They’ll consider these factors as they conduct research on one area of their own company’s distribution network and consider how its performance might be improved. They’ll also learn the steps, goals and data requirements for developing a Distribution Network Strategy.

Target Audience:

• High Potential Leaders
• Senior Leaders addressing advanced and strategic issues within the supply chain

Expectations:

• 4 daily lessons, approximately 30 minutes of activities in each of the four days
• Expert Guide support of questions, comments, and group engagement and collaboration
• Active participation – devoting your time to structured dialogue, private reflection, and deliberate practice will increase your knowledge and takeaways
• Practical application – you can directly try and apply what you learn each day
• In order complete the sprint, you must maintain an 80% attendance rate

Series Completion Certificate 

• This session is part 2 of the three-sprint Logistics Series. Participants who attend the entire series, complete 80% or more of the course work within the week of each individual sprint are eligible to earn the Logistics Series Certificate.