Upcoming Events 2012 As a collaborative partner - SABC together with our great partner The International Trade Association of Greater Chicago, and the CSCMP - Chicago Roundtable and the Chicago Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association Invite you to a dinner program: Keeping Your Head in the Cloud: How Cloud Technology Is Changing Global Trade & Global Supply Chains Wednesday, February 15, 2012 Rosewood Restaurant 9421 West Higgins Road, Rosemont, IL 5:30 p.m. - Registration; No host bar 6:00 p.m. - Program 7:00 p.m. - Dinner For more information and rsvp details CLICK HERE Cloud Technology has changed the IT landscape and software will never be the same. Cloud technology allows collaboration and efficiencies unheard of until the last few years. Is it too good to be true? What are the pros and cons and what's in it for me? In this session you will learn how: Cloud is different than traditional software and ERP systems; Shippers (exporters and importers) are using Cloud to go "paperless," allowing cost savings of 3-10%; Forwarders/3PLs are using Cloud to drive cost-savings and improve operations; Cloud is impacting banks and the financial supply chain; Cloud is changing the B2B environment; Cloud is enabling true supply chain visibility and competitive advantage. John A. Fitzgerald is Regional Manager with GT Nexus, the leader in cloud computing solutions for the supply chain. John consults with exporters and importers to assist them in driving cost savings and productivity improvements in their global supply chains. John has over 30 years' experience in global supply chain execution with leading global forwarders & 3PLs. He is the past Global Chairman of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals, Chicago Roundtable and past Chairman of the Strategic Account Management Association and Board Director. This presentation will share a case study delivered by Jim Aceto, Supply Chain Manager for CNH Global, an industry leader, who will share real-time, real world do's and don'ts of using a cloud-based platform. Members of SABC, ITA/GC, CCBFA, CSCMP, & their guests - $55; Non-members - $70 Please Make Your Reservations Early: Contact the ITA/GC by 4:00 p.m., Monday, February 13. For RSVP details CLICK HERE