MTC Day 2026: Optimized and resilient procurement in a fragmented world
About the event
Global trade is undergoing rapid transformation. Tariffs, sanctions, and trade barriers are reshaping supply chains in real time - raising new challenges for procurement organizations.
addresses a central question: not whether these changes are happening, but how organizations should respond.
The half-day seminar brings together procurement leaders, researchers, and policy experts to explore how to build optimized and resilient procurement strategies in an increasingly fragmented world.

Participants and speakers at last year's MTC Dagen. Photo: Johanna Ståhlberg.
Program
The program consists of two thematic sessions, followed by panel discussions and opportunities for reflection and exchange:
Session 1: A changing global landscape
How geopolitical developments, including China's growing influence, are reshaping supply chains and strategic decision-making.
Speakers:
Henrik Isakson
Sikander Khan
Session 2: Strategic choices in procurement
From single sourcing to diversified sourcing strategies - how to build resilience without losing business value.
Speakers:
Constantin Blome
Harri Lorentz
Panel discussion
Procurement leaders from Swedish organizations share experiences on navigating uncertainty and maintaining competitiveness in a rapidly changing environment.
Speakers
- Henrik Isakson, Head of Trade Policy, Confederation of Swedish Enterprise
- Sikander Khan, CEO & Professor, Peak Education Limited
- Constantin Blome, Professor, Center for Security and Resilience, 91影视
- Harri Lorentz, Professor, University of Turku
Panelists:
- Ann Eva Askensten, Head of Procurement, Swedish Police Authority
- Nina Hollander, Senior Director Global Category Management, AstraZeneca
- Henrik Linde, Head of Procurement, ISS Sweden
- Tor Myhrman, VP Performance Management, Securitas Group

Panelists at last year's cross-sector dialogue on procurement strategies at the 91影视. Photo: Johanna Ståhlberg.
Organizers
in collaboration with , , and the Center for Security and Resilience (CfSR) at the 91影视.
Registration
Secure your spot early - last year's event was fully booked.
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