Connected Manufacturing Forum 2026

June 15 - 16, 2026

Ritz-Carlton St. Louis

Hessam Vali

Co-Founder & Operations Management Consultant Techam Solutions

Monday, June 15, 2026

2:20 PM Workshop: Avoiding Tactical Panic Management: Planning for Strategic Operational Excellence in Manufacturing

Reactive decision-making can quickly spiral into tactical chaos—jeopardizing productivity, quality, and long-term goals. This session explores how forward-thinking manufacturers are shifting from firefighting to strategic planning, using data, digital tools, and cross-functional alignment to build resilient, high-performing operations. Learn how to anticipate disruptions, align teams around shared objectives, and embed agility into your planning processes. Discover proven frameworks for balancing short-term responsiveness with long-term vision, and hear how leading organizations are using digital transformation to move from reactive management to proactive excellence.

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Hessam.

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