7:30 AM - 9:00 AM  |  9:30 AM - 10:30 AM  |  11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

AI-Powered Autonomy: Real-Time Visibility and the Future of Inventory Management in 2026
In 2026, leaders are replacing manual tracking with autonomous supply chains. This session explores self-managing systems where Vision AI acts as the "brain", independently sensing usage, predicting demand, and executing reorders. We also examine transparent supply chains, where shared data on medical supply origins and costs ensures regulatory compliance and optimizes margins. Attendees will learn to merge AI-driven autonomy with transparency to eliminate stockouts and prioritize clinical focus over administrative burden.

Speaker: Michael Prokopis, CEO, DARVIS
As CEO of DARVIS, Michael has 25+ years of healthcare supply chain leadership. A former Navy Lt. and VP at MD Anderson, he managed $3.2B+ in spend, achieving $360M+ in savings. An early adopter of AI demand planning, Michael specializes in leveraging automation to create resilient, hands-free inventory ecosystems.