Institute for Defense and Business

DANC Chairman's Luncheon
2023-03-28 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | NC
DANC Chairman’s Luncheon

LOA Symposium
2023-03-28 08:00 - 2023-03-31 17:00 | NC
We will be at LOA in St. Louis March 28 – 31

LOGTECH Advanced
2023-03-26 18:00 - 2023-03-31 13:00 | Institute for Defense and Business, 1445 Environ Way, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517, United States
Advanced Program in Logistics and Technology

For experienced logisticians, and those influencing logistics, this 5-day program creates leaders ready to champion innovative logistics in their organization.

LOGTECH ADVANCED brings together professionals from different sectors within the business, defense, and government logistics community. Together, you will think critically about the practices, learn new tools and techniques for innovative thinking, and support technologies that will shape the future of logistics. Return to your organization ready to implement strategic direction that leverages your people, processes, and technology to deliver effective, efficient logistics and supply chain capabilities.

Led by expert faculty and industry practitioners, you will learn strategies for successful implementation and adoption of new technologies at the strategic and operational levels.

Program Details

AUSA Conference
2023-03-26 08:00 - 2023-03-28 17:00 | NC
We will be in Huntsville Alabama at the AUSA Conference March 26 – 28

LOG 21
2023-03-05 18:00 - 2023-03-10 13:00 | Institute for Defense and Business, 1445 Environ Way, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517, United States
Logistics for the 21st Century

For early-career logisticians and all supporting functional areas focused on logistics. This 5-day program explores the latest advances in modern logistics, supply chain, inventory, innovation, critical thinking, technologies, and strategies to better succeed.

Be Part of a Logistics Learning Network

Broaden your knowledge of logistics and supporting fields and technologies to excel in this complex, rapidly changing field. In the Institute for Defense and Business’ (IDB) Logistics for the 21st Century (LOG21) program designed for professionals who may have less experience in logistics, you will learn strategies to succeed in your role. Return to your organization with a deeper understanding of the technology and innovation that will shape the future of logistics/supply chain. Alongside counterparts from private industry, government agencies, and all military services, participants examine and discuss complex real-world challenges. Guided by renowned faculty, participants learn what it takes to initiate and manage processes and operational change that is crucial to the future of successful logistics.

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Contested Logistics: Strategies + Challenges
2022-11-30 09:00 - 10:30 | NC
Leaders share critical thoughts and strategies for the way ahead to help deal with contested logistics and ensure the continued vitality and security of operations in Defense and Industry throughout the globe.

“Whole-of-Nation” Response to Crisis: Who is at the Table? Who is in Charge?
2022-08-18 15:00 - 16:00 | NC
As the United States begins to grasp the impact of COVID-19, experts across industries are beginning to evaluate our ability to respond effectively to national crises. This evaluation, and the identification of best practices, is an exceptionally difficult task due to the sheer number of actors involved.

As the United States begins to grasp the impact of COVID-19, experts across industries are beginning to evaluate our ability to respond effectively to national crises. This evaluation, and the identification of best practices, is an exceptionally difficult task due to the sheer number of actors involved.

Actors such as federal agencies, state and local governments, non-governmental organizations, and even faith-based institutions all bring their own expertise, resources, and operating styles that often lead to haphazard results. Moreover, current protests around the country have highlighted social policy issues that go hand-in-hand with crisis management.

We have brought together a panel of distinguished leaders to discuss observations from the current coronavirus pandemic and the challenges that arise from our “Whole-of-Nation” response.

Panelists include:

GEN (R) Vince Brooks, IDB Executive Fellow and former Commander U.S. Forces Korea

LTG (R) Kathleen Gainey, Co-Lead for the National Coalition to Support COVID-19 Frontline Responders under Operation Gratitude and former Director of Logistics, Joint Staff J4

Mr. Jeff Orner, President of Arlington Ridge Consulting, LLC and former Chief Readiness Support Officer, U.S. Department of Homeland Security

The panel took place on Thursday, June 18th at 3:00 PM EST.

A recording of the panel can be found on the IDB YouTube Channel:

IDB DEI Panel – “The Next Frontier: Diversity, Equality and Inclusion”
2022-06-30 00:30 - 01:00 | NC
As you know, diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI) is on everyone’s minds in both the public and private sectors. The definition of DEI is evolving as we speak, and we believe it is critical that our communities talk and think about how DEI impacts organizations and individuals. We would like to formally invite you to attend the first in a series of DEI panels hosted by the IDB. Led by leading experts in the field, this will be a valuable and thought-provoking discussion on the implementation of DEI and the many obstacles that can limit its effectiveness. We are certain that this will be a highly impactful learning opportunity. This complimentary webinar will take place on Friday, April 30th at 11:00 am EST.

Moderator

Dr. Albert Segars

Dr. Albert H. Segars, PNC Distinguished Professor, Kenan-Flagler Business School, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Panelists

Dr. Sreedhari Desai

Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior and Crist W. Blackwell Scholar, Kenan-Flagler Business School, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Mr. Anselm A. Beach

Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army – Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army – Equity and Inclusion at United States Department of the Army.

General Darren W. McDew

USAF (Ret), former Commander of the United States Transportation Command and current IDB Executive Fellow

Preliminary Reading

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion: A Survey of Innovative Organizations

Mr. Anselm A. Beach

Dr. Albert H. Segars

Download: “The Next Frontier of Diversity, Equality and Inclusion”

Abstract

One of the most challenging issues facing organizations is the achievement of diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI). Importantly, DEI represents a larger and more ambitious goal than achieving some or all of its component parts. There is a synergistic aspect of such efforts that is identifiable when it exists. Yet, somehow, it can be elusive to achieve. In fact, many organizations have launched organizational revitalization efforts under the banner of DEI only to find that the benefits, employee appreciation, and momentum fall short of expectations. Perhaps these efforts are clumsy due to a lack of “know how” or unclear objectives. It is also possible that such efforts lack the ambition, vision, creativity, and energy that is typically given to launching new products or pioneering new marketplaces. Our research suggests that innovative organizations apply a level of energy and zeal to DEI that matches the search for the next big idea. We also find that there are four identifiable values of DEI that guide these organizations. These values are representation, participation, application, and appreciation. Along with the values, there are seven guiding principles that are used to shape and drive their efforts. Both the values and principles are actionable and can serve as a way forward for any organization seeking to gain more from their DEI initiatives.

The Institute for Defense & Business delivers custom-designed education and research programs that present stimulating ideas to diverse public and private sector participants in an academic setting to foster collaboration and achieve excellence and innovation. Our expert faculty share new ideas, new tools and new approaches. But it is the diverse mix of participants that take these concepts to the next level. IDB programs attract participation from private industry, government agencies, the military, non-governmental organizations, and international organizations. By examining shared challenges, participants exchange best practices and develop actionable insights that help their organizations excel today and into the future. Participants leave IDB programs with new job skills, strategic insights, business acumen, and a broader professional network. Their resulting improved performance helps them reach the next level in their career and lead their organization toward greater success.

History In 2001, IDB delivered its first educational programs in logistics and technology. These flagship programs, developed and delivered in partnership with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Kenan-Flagler Business School were custom-built for the DoD’s Center of Excellence in Logistics and Technology (LOGTECH), a center established through Congressional Directive to support the spread of logistics best practices, processes, and technology across the DoD. As the reputation of LOGTECH programs grew, IDB continued to partner with organizations across the defense enterprise, developing programs to address their unique educational objectives.

IDB Today In addition to custom-built educational programs and research, today the IDB offers several open-enrollment programs for professionals at all career levels, ranging from a few days to four weeks and multiple residencies across several months. The IDB portfolio is continuously adjusting to meet the needs of the organizations we serve. It currently includes programs on logistics, supply chain and life cycle, complex industrial leadership, innovation, and continuous process improvement. The portfolio also includes strategic broadening seminars for national security and policy, cybersecurity, dense urban areas, information operations, and enterprise resource planning.

The panel took place on Friday, April 30th at 11:00 AM EST. Please see the recording of the panel below.
