As IFE 2024 approaches, industry professionals are buzzing with anticipation for the latest insights and innovations that will be showcased. This year, three trending topics are set to take center stage: cutting-edge technology advancements, streamlined operations strategies, and comprehensive technical education sessions. These focal points promise to equip attendees with the knowledge and tools needed to stay ahead in the fastener industry, ensuring efficiency, competitiveness, and a deeper understanding of emerging trends.
Technology
At IFE 2024, the technology sessions will delve into transformative advancements such as AI, blockchain, IoT, and digitization. These cutting-edge innovations drive growth within the fastener industry by optimizing operations and mitigating risks. Attendees will learn how to harness these technologies to enhance efficiency and ensure robust, secure processes.
Session Highlight
Harnessing Digitization and AI for Competitive Advantage,
presented by Cole Weiler of BoltWise
11:15AM-11:45AM on Wednesday, September 11 | Location: Exhibit Hall Session Stage
In an era where technology is revolutionizing business operations, distributors can harness digitization and AI to boost efficiency, customer satisfaction, and market dominance. This session will explore how these technologies are essential for thriving in the competitive distribution landscape, featuring real-world applications and strategic insights. Attendees will gain practical knowledge on integrating cutting-edge technologies to optimize supply chains, enhance customer engagement, and predict market trends, transforming challenges into opportunities for future success.
Other Must-See Sessions:
- Which Hyped Tech is Actually Useful for Distributors? | Tuesday, September 10 from 1:00PM-1:30PM
- Fireside Chat: TOP 3 Risks for Unexpected Financial Loss, and how Current Technology can Mitigate | Wednesday, September 11 from 11:20AM-11:40AM
Operations
The operations sessions at IFE 2024 will explore the critical components of successful business management, including innovative marketing and product marketing strategies, fostering a strong company culture, and enhancing employee engagement. These elements are essential for driving performance and achieving operational excellence in the fastener industry. Attendees will gain valuable insights to optimize their operational practices.
Session Highlight
Fastener Industry Marketing Workshop,
presented by Rosa Hearn of Brighton-Best International and Hali Gibson of Threaded Fasteners Incorporated
8:00AM-10:00AM on Wednesday, September 11 | Location: Meeting Room Jasmine E and F
Join our the new Marketing Workshop for an in-depth exploration of essential marketing and product marketing strategies, designed for both beginners and experienced professionals. Gain invaluable mentorship, expert guidance, and a supportive community while learning practical skills, strategic thinking, and networking opportunities. Reserve your spot and empower yourself with actionable tactics and robust strategies to launch and lead successful marketing campaigns, from inception to execution. This workshop requires additional fees and registration.
Other Must-See Sessions:
- Fireside Chat: Creating a Winning Company Culture | Tuesday, September 10 from 1:30PM-1:50PM
- IFE 2024 Keynote, 4 Straightforward Components of Exceptional Execution | Tuesday, September 10 from 8:30AM-9:30AM
Technical Education for the Fastener Industry
IFE 2024’s technical education sessions will offer in-depth exploration into everything from fastener finishes and coatings, corrosion protection, quality assurance, and more. Attendees will also gain crucial insights into practical applications, joint relaxation, and the intricacies of design and assembly. These sessions are designed to enhance technical expertise and ensure the highest standards in fastener performance and reliability.
Session Highlight
Risk of Uncertified Parts in Supply Chain and Product Build,
Presented by Nord-Lock
10:15AM-10:45AM on Tuesday, September 10| Location: Exhibit Hall Session Stage
In this Session Stage presentation, Nord-Lock will discuss two case studies highlighting the issues caused by copied products in projects. The presentation will cover how to identify these recreations, preventive steps for customers and suppliers, and the financial, legal, and safety consequences of using uncertified parts. Attendees will gain insights into protecting their projects from these risks.
Other Must-See Sessions:
- Fashion Fastener Finishes | Tuesday, September 10 from 2:00PM-2:30PM
- Guidance to Reliable Bolted Electrical Connections in Evs | Wednesday, September 11 from 10:30AM-11:00AM
- Fastener Technology Workshop, presented by the Fastener Training Institute® | Monday, September 9 from 8:30AM-4:30PM, additional registration and fees apply
For a full list of the sessions that will be presented at IFE 2024, please visit: www.fastenershows.com/sessions/
