Launching new supply chain innovators community to pioneer a
transformative vision for digitization, sustainability and people
development
OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 11, 2022 /CNW/ - Kinaxis® Inc. (TSX: KXS),
the authority in driving agility for fast, confident
decision-making in an unpredictable world, announced today it is a
founding member of Zero100. Zero100 is launching a new,
community-based education and research platform to connect, inform,
and inspire the new generation of leaders to invent supply chains
that are zero carbon and 100% digital.
Zero100 is co-founded by ex-Amazon, SCM World, Bill &
Melinda Gates Foundation, and Deloitte leaders. Kinaxis joins
founding members from other leading consumer, industrial and tech
brands, including Google, Unilever, Schneider Electric and more who
are re-imagining the production, distribution and consumption of
physical goods around the world.
"The importance of global sustainability and supply chains have
never been more apparent. As a leader within the supply chain
ecosystem, we have a responsibly to ensure that we are shaping the
future of supply chains to constantly be improving," said
John Sicard, CEO of Kinaxis. "As a
founding member of Zero100, we are investing in the future of
supply chains to meet the evolving challenges of digital
transformation, environmental sustainability and the development of
the next generation of supply chain practitioners. We continue to
believe the craft of supply chain is at an inflection point and
look forward to sharing our expertise from the global Kinaxis
community."
Kinaxis continues to make commitments to creating a better
future, as reflected by the company's core values and its core ESG
commitments: protecting our planet, taking care of people, giving
back and building trust. See the company's 2021 Global Impact
Report for more information.
About Kinaxis Inc.
Everyday volatility and uncertainty demand quick action.
Kinaxis® delivers the agility to make fast, confident decisions
across integrated business planning and the digital supply chain.
People can plan better, live better and change the world. Trusted
by innovative brands, we combine human intelligence with AI and
concurrent planning to help companies plan for any future, monitor
risks and opportunities and respond at the pace of change. Powered
by an extensible, cloud-based platform, Kinaxis delivers
industry-proven applications so everyone can know sooner, act
faster and remove waste. For more Kinaxis news, visit Kinaxis.com
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Forward-Looking Statements
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statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws.
Forward-looking statements include statements as to Kinaxis' growth
opportunities and the potential benefits of, and demand for,
Kinaxis' products and services. These statements are subject to
certain assumptions, risks and uncertainties, including our view of
the relative position of Kinaxis' products and services compared to
competitive offerings in the industry. Readers are cautioned not to
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performance, achievements and developments may differ materially
from the results, performance, achievements or developments
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obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements,
whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise,
except as expressly required by law.
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