Geodis is steered in its artificial intelligence strategy by David-Olivier Tarac
Geodis Announces New Appointments and AI-Driven Transformation
In a series of moves aimed at driving growth and innovation, logistics giant Geodis has announced several key appointments and a new AI-focused initiative.
One of the latest appointments is Amaury Valicon, who has been named the Managing Director for France and the executive vice-president of Europe at Geodis, effective November 1. Valicon, who joined Geodis in 2012, has served in various roles within the company, including CFO and chief operations officer. In his new position, he replaces Thomas Kraus.
Valicon's appointment is one of several moves announced by Geodis this week. Another significant change is the appointment of Carole Besnard as the CFO, replacing Laurent Tarac, who joined Geodis in July 2022 as deputy group CFO and was appointed as the CFO in January 2023. Before joining Geodis, Tarac held senior roles in the aerospace industry, including managing director of ADP International Americas and deputy CEO at TAV Airports. Besnard will take over from Tarac, who is set to leave the company.
The AI initiative is positioned as a driver of performance, process simplification, and innovation across all Geodis' lines of business. The company's AI department will play a significant role in the company's transformation, with the aim of accelerating Geodis' growth and driving sustainable growth for its customers and partners worldwide.
Geodis has highlighted the benefits of using AI in a digital supply chain, including optimizing delivery routes, managing inventory more accurately, and using predictive maintenance to reduce downtime and costs. The AI initiative is part of Geodis' broader strategy to transform its operations and stay at the forefront of the logistics industry.
The Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Digital Strategies Europe conference, scheduled to take place on November 26-27 in Munich, Germany, is a platform for supply chain leaders and a place where strategies are discussed and shared. This year's conference focuses on aligning data, technology, and strategy to shape flexible, goal-driven AI roadmaps. The conference is aimed at logistics transformation and is an event where strategies are discussed and shared.
In conclusion, Geodis' latest appointments and AI-driven transformation are part of the company's ongoing efforts to stay competitive in the logistics industry. The company's focus on AI and digital supply chains is expected to bring numerous benefits, including optimized delivery routes, more accurate inventory management, and reduced downtime and costs. The Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Digital Strategies Europe conference is a valuable platform for supply chain leaders to discuss and share strategies for logistics transformation.
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