Technology Leader Panel:
The Impact of AI on Working Capital for Distributors

Oct. 16, 2024, 9 PT/12 ET

Improving working capital efficiency frees up cash for growth. Mismanaging working capital can cause poor service levels, excess inventory, out-of-control receivables and, in extreme cases, create bankruptcy risk.  

In this panel discussion, hear from technology providers who are helping distributors leverage AI to drive dramatic improvements in working capital performance that can increase profitability, improve cash flow, strengthen supplier relationships and create better customer experiences. 

You’ll learn how AI tools can help: 

• Improve forecasting to take the guesswork out of predicting customer demand  

• Ensure a distributor has the right levels of inventory to serve their customers  

• Optimize the source-to-pay and order-to-cash processes 

• And more! 

Improving working capital efficiency results in a more resilient business. Join us Oct.16 at 9 PT / 12 ET to learn how. 

Can’t make it? Register anyway and you’ll get a link to watch on-demand.

Panelists

Graham Smith,
Esker

Chandra Subramanian,
ORS Group

Greg Hartunian,
Epicor

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About our panelists:

Graham Smith

Business Development Manager, Esker

As part of the Esker’s Business Development team, Graham Smith partners with Enterprise Customer Service and Supply Chain leaders to guide them in improving the customer Experience. Graham is Esker’s resident subject matter expert on supply chain and customer service operations within the building materials industry, guiding companies in the industry through their operational excellence journey. 

Chandra Subramanian

CEO, ORS Group

Chandra is a business and technology leader with more than 25 years of experience providing strategic, transformative and innovative solutions to global firms. He’s managed multimillion-dollar P&L with direct responsibilities for revenue growth, P&L and business strategy. Chandra has extensive experience in the software marketplace with a specific focus on capital markets, retail banking, wealth management and insurance verticals.

Greg Hartunian

Director, Epicor

As a director at Epicor, Greg Hartunian is responsible for growing sales of its demand planning, forecasting and inventory optimization solutions. He partners with manufacturers, distributors and those in the aftermarket parts/MRO industry to improve forecast accuracy and optimize stock levels. Prior to that, he was CEO of Smart Software, Inc. until it was sold to Epicor this year.  

About our host:

Ian G. Heller

Founder & Senior Partner, Distribution Strategy Group