Annual user conference draws customers, partners, and industry analysts to Austin for three days of innovation, education, and connection
TEANECK, NJ — May 22, 2026 — Made4net, a global leader in WMS (warehouse management system) and supply chain execution software, today announced the successful conclusion of Inspire 2026, its user conference held May 11–13 at the Austin Marriott Downtown. The event brought together customers, partners, and industry experts from across the supply chain ecosystem for an immersive three-day program spanning keynote presentations, hands-on training, product roadmap reveals, and strategic panel discussions.
This year’s conference centered on the accelerating convergence of artificial intelligence, robotics, and modern warehouse execution and what it means for operations leaders navigating an increasingly complex supply chain landscape.
“Inspire 2026 was our most ambitious conference yet, and the energy in that room reflected just how much momentum this community has built,” said Duff Davidson, CEO of Made4net. “From the product reveals to the conversations happening between sessions, it was clear that our customers are not just keeping pace with change — they’re driving it. We’re proud to be their partner as they shape the future of supply chain execution.”
Highlights from Inspire 2026
Across three days, Inspire 2026 delivered a comprehensive program covering the topics and technologies defining the next generation of warehouse operations:
- Company and Product Updates: Davidson welcomed attendees with a company update reflecting on Made4net’s continued growth and momentum, followed by a dedicated product session in which Made4net’s CTO & GM – EMEA and APAC, Jean David Benkimoun, unveiled the latest AI capabilities, product roadmap, and a first look at the next-generation user interface — a redesigned experience built to transform how teams interact with their supply chain systems.
- Keynote — Beyond the Box: Gartner Research VP and veteran supply chain analyst, Dwight Klappich, delivered a headline keynote separating hype from reality in today’s fast-moving technology landscape, offering a candid assessment of which emerging technologies, from agentic AI to humanoid robotics, are ready to deliver real operational value now versus in the years ahead.
- Panel Discussion — Navigating the Future of Supply Chain Tech: An all-star panel featuring Michael Wohlwend of Alpine Supply Chain Solutions, Dwight Klappich of Gartner, Janet Ortiz of Ryder, and Ed Prisco of Locus tackled the forces reshaping supply chain technology from AI adoption and automation to sustainability and shifting customer expectations.
- KPI Masterclass: Premier supply chain solutions provider and systems integrator enVista led a practical masterclass on identifying and acting on the metrics that matter most from order accuracy to labor productivity.
- IKEA and Made4net — The Future of Fulfillment Management: The conference closed with a featured session with Martin Grieder of IKEA, offering an inside look at how the two organizations are partnering to redefine fulfillment management at one of the world’s most complex supply chains.
- In-Depth Training and Solution Updates: Attendees benefited from a robust catalog of hands-on breakout sessions covering both the Synapse and SCExpert platforms and topics such as 3PL billing, cycle counting, API capabilities, wave creation, task management, managed integration services, and more.
“The conversations at Inspire 2026 reinforced what we hear from customers every day. They need solutions that are practical, flexible, and ready to evolve alongside their operations,” said Amit Levy, Executive Vice President of Sales and Strategy at Made4net. “Whether it was the roadmap sessions, the analyst perspectives, or the peer-to-peer discussions, our customers left Austin with tangible strategies to accelerate their supply chain transformation. That’s exactly what this event is built for.”
Innovation Zone
Inspire 2026 featured an Innovation Zone showcasing solutions from leading technology partners across the supply chain ecosystem. Sponsors included enVista, Cycle Labs, Alpine Supply Chain Solutions, AML, Arvist, Conduit, EasyPost, Keyence, Locus, and Techdinamics.
The conference also included a series of offsite events that embraced the best of Austin including an evening at Lucille, where attendees enjoyed BBQ from the Texas-famed Terry Black’s, live music, a cornhole tournament, and a spirited belt buckle contest.
To learn more about Made4net and its supply chain execution platform, visit www.made4net.com.
About Made4net
Made4net is a global leader in WMS (warehouse management system) and supply chain execution software, delivering best-in-class, cloud-based WMS and 3PL WMS solutions. Our adaptable and scalable platform empowers organizations of all sizes to improve efficiency, visibility, and control across their supply chain.
Made4net’s end-to-end SCExpert™ platform offers a robust WMS solution that enables real-time inventory visibility, labor management, and equipment productivity with performance analytics that drive faster, more accurate order fulfillment and improved supply chain efficiency. In addition to the best-of-breed WMS, the platform offers integrated yard management, dynamic route management, proof of delivery and warehouse automation solutions that deliver a true supply chain convergence. Made4net is proud to be recognized by analysts and industry experts as a global leader in warehouse management software.
For more information, visit www.made4net.com.
