Edward Aguiar, Founder and CEO of Techdinamics, will participate in a panel discussion at the 2026 CSCRL Fall Forum, hosted by the Center for Supply Chain Research at Lehigh. The forum takes place November 5–6 at Lehigh University’s Iacocca Conference Center, bringing industry leaders and academic experts together to explore “Risk as a Competitive Advantage: Winning in an Uncertain World.”
Aguiar’s participation adds a fulfillment technology perspective to a program covering supply chain risk, AI adoption, and planning for 2027. It also continues Techdinamics’ involvement with the Center following our recent announcement as a CSCRL Industry Partner.
Edward Aguiar joins the supply chain risk panel
Scheduled for November 6 from 11:35 a.m. to 12:20 p.m., the panel shares the forum’s central theme: “Risk as a Competitive Advantage: Winning in an Uncertain World.” Aguiar will join:
- Laudy Allan, Senior Vice President of Operations at Crayola.
- Gerard Darville, Vice President of Supply Chain at Lutron.
- Jamie Flinchbaugh, Founder of JFlinch.
Aguiar’s background includes decades of work building enterprise technology and integration solutions for Fortune 500 companies.
Connecting AI adoption with everyday operations
The broader program also examines the people involved in technology adoption. Harrison J. Kell, Ph.D., Principal Scientist at the Human Resources Research Organization (HumRRO), will present a separate session on organizational culture and the adoption of AI.
His session will explore how leaders, managers, and employees influence whether AI is trusted and used in everyday work. For fulfillment and logistics teams evaluating new technology, this raises a practical question: what needs to change within the organization for new tools to become part of daily operations?
The agenda also includes Autumn Bayles of Aramark on closing out 2026 and preparing for 2027 as a supply chain leader, connecting the forum’s risk theme with the planning decisions ahead.
Continuing our collaboration with Lehigh
Techdinamics recently joined the Center for Supply Chain Research at Lehigh as an Industry Partner. Part of Lehigh University’s College of Business, the Center connects academic research with industry experience to support the exchange of ideas on supply chain management.
Our work through techOMS and techSHIP focuses on order management and shipping operations, including the connections between warehouse systems, sales channels, and carriers. Participating in the forum gives Techdinamics an opportunity to contribute that operational perspective while learning from the experiences of other supply chain leaders.
Attend the 2026 CSCRL Fall Forum
Sessions will take place through November 5–6, in the Wood Dining Room at the Iacocca Conference Center, with opportunities for discussion and networking throughout the event.
Join the conversation with Edward Aguiar and fellow supply chain professionals as they explore risk, technology, and the decisions shaping the year ahead.
View the agenda and register for the 2026 CSCRL Fall Forum.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CSCRL Fall Forum?
The CSCRL Fall Forum is an event hosted by the Center for Supply Chain Research at Lehigh, part of Lehigh University’s College of Business. The 2026 edition brings industry leaders and academic experts together around the theme “Risk as a Competitive Advantage: Winning in an Uncertain World.”
Who is Edward Aguiar?
Edward Aguiar is the Founder and CEO of Techdinamics, the company behind techOMS and techSHIP. His background includes enterprise technology and integration work for Fortune 500 companies. Techdinamics serves 3PLs, brands, and retailers with order management and shipping solutions.
What panel will Edward Aguiar participate in?
Edward Aguiar will participate in the panel “Risk as a Competitive Advantage: Winning in an Uncertain World,” scheduled for November 6, at 11:35 a.m. The published lineup also includes Laudy Allan of Crayola, Gerard Darville of Lutron, and Jamie Flinchbaugh of JFlinch.
When and where is the 2026 CSCRL Fall Forum?
The forum takes place November 5–6, 2026, at Lehigh University’s Iacocca Conference Center. A cocktail reception opens the event on November 5, followed by the main program on November 6. The listed venue for the program is the Wood Dining Room.
How can I register for the forum?
Visit the official CSCRL Fall Forum event page and select “Register Now” to access registration. The page also provides the agenda and speaker information, making it the place to check for program updates before attending.
