𝗜𝗦𝗠𝗠 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗻 “𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗜 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁

The Institute of Supply and Materials Management (ISMM) successfully conducted an intensive seminar on “Practical Applications of AI in Supply Chain Management: Enhancing Procurement, Inventory, Logistics, and Data-Driven Decision Making”, providing industry professionals with valuable insights into the practical application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across key areas of Supply Chain Management.

 

The seminar attracted a diverse audience of professionals from Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Inventory Management, Operations, IT, and related fields, reflecting the growing interest in leveraging emerging technologies to enhance organizational efficiency and decision-making.

 

The intensive full-day session, conducted on 2nd September 2026 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., provided participants with practical knowledge on how AI can be applied to address real-world supply chain challenges. The programme explored the use of AI in areas such as procurement optimization, inventory management, logistics operations, data analysis, forecasting, automation, and data-driven decision making, enabling participants to better understand the opportunities and potential of AI in transforming modern supply chain practices.

 

The session was expertly facilitated by Mr. Thilina Yapa Bandara, Associate Principal Consultant, Nagarro (Pvt) Ltd, and Mr. Suchinthana Wijesundara, Senior Engineer (AI/ML), Nagarro (Pvt) Ltd, who shared their industry expertise and practical perspectives on the rapidly evolving AI landscape. Through relevant examples and practical insights, the resource persons highlighted how organizations can leverage AI and Machine Learning technologies to improve operational efficiency, enhance analytical capabilities, and support smarter supply chain decisions.

 

The event was further honoured by the presence of Mr. Lilantha Subasinghe, President of ISMM, together with members of the Seminars, Workshops and Functions Committee and the ISMM staff, demonstrating the Institute’s continued commitment to delivering industry-relevant professional development opportunities.

 

Through initiatives such as this, ISMM continues to strengthen Sri Lanka’s Supply Chain education and professional development ecosystem by connecting professionals with emerging technologies, industry expertise, and practical knowledge. By embracing areas such as Artificial Intelligence, digital transformation, and data-driven decision making, ISMM remains committed to preparing supply chain professionals to navigate an increasingly technology-driven and dynamic business environment.