{"id":16823,"date":"2026-10-02T14:37:09","date_gmt":"2026-10-02T19:37:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/?p=16823"},"modified":"2026-10-02T14:48:58","modified_gmt":"2026-10-02T19:48:58","slug":"optimas-heads-to-ife-2026-as-lead-tech-sponsor-of-the-inaugural-ifas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/es\/optimas-heads-to-ife-2026-as-lead-tech-sponsor-of-the-inaugural-ifas\/","title":{"rendered":"Optimas Heads to IFE 2026 as Lead Tech Sponsor of the Inaugural IFAS"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Optimas Solutions is heading to Phoenix for the 2026 International Fastener Expo (IFE), on October 7\u20139 at the Phoenix Convention Center.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As the exclusive Lead Tech Sponsor of the inaugural International Fastener &amp; Assembly Summit (IFAS), the show\u2019s thought leadership conference, Optimas will help advance important conversations about the future of fasteners, manufacturing and supply chain performance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">IFE attendees can also meet the Optimas team at <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Booth 2249<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to explore how an integrated approach to fastener development, acquisition and management can help reduce risk and improve operational performance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Thought Leadership\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Throughout the IFE, Optimas leaders will share practical perspectives on building resilient supply chains, strengthening production ecosystems and making more informed fastener acquisition decisions.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.licdn.com\/dms\/image\/v2\/D4E22AQEHe5ruJWvhQA\/feedshare-shrink_800\/B4EaCgtVMZHUAc-\/0\/1789402633247?e=1792627200&amp;v=beta&amp;t=U__b8ZxtJnYeCOgnDwEm1T6ZntCZz-I714en2pKIFfE\" alt=\"graphical user interface, text, application, chat or text message\" \/><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>1) Global Supply Chain Resilience: Building the Next-Generation Production Ecosystem\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">Wednesday, October 7<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">9:30\u201310:15 a.m.<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">Room 101 A<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">IFAS Track 1: Strategic Program<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Global manufacturing and assembly operations continue to navigate geopolitical volatility, changing trade policies, regionalization and capacity constraints. These challenges are prompting OEMs and suppliers to reconsider traditional supply chain models and create production ecosystems that better balance cost, risk, speed and reliability.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Mark Korba, Chief Operating Officer at Optimas Solutions, will moderate a panel<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> featuring leaders from market intelligence, industry, and consulting:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Luke Gilliland<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">, Senior Manager, Business Development, DACIS\/InfoBase Publishers Inc.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Danielle Riggs<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">, Vice President, Compliance and Logistics, W\u00fcrth Industry USA<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Amish Thakker<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">, Partner and Managing Director, AlixPartners<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The discussion will examine how organizations are responding to supply chain fragility through stronger visibility, regional sourcing strategies, network redesign and operational transformation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Panelists will bring complementary perspectives to the conversation. Luke Gilliland will discuss how geopolitical risks and defense supply chain priorities are influencing sourcing decisions. Amish Thakker will provide insights into network redesign and operational transformation, while Danielle Riggs will offer expertise in global trade, logistics and compliance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Guided by Mark Korba\u2019s experience supporting manufacturing and supply chain organizations, the session will give attendees actionable considerations for managing risk, increasing flexibility and creating future-ready production ecosystems.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>2) Fasteners in Focus: Decisions That Shape Risk, Cost and Performance\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Lunch and Executive Roundtable Discussion<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">Wednesday, October 7<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">12:45\u20131:45 p.m.<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">Room 106<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fasteners represent a small portion of a finished product\u2019s overall cost. However, acquisition decisions can have a significant effect on production continuity, quality and operational performance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Paul Przyby, Senior Vice President of Sales at Optimas Solutions<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">, will lead the executive roundtable:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fasteners in Focus: Decisions That Shape Acquisition Risk, Cost and Performance<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The discussion will focus on the decisions manufacturers make when evaluating their fastener supply strategies and supplier relationships. Participants will consider how sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, engineering, quality and inventory management work together to affect parts availability, total cost of ownership and product performance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"2\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Optimas team will be available to discuss how combining manufacturing and distribution with engineering, quality and technology-enabled inventory management can help industrial producers:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Minimize supply chain risk<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Improve material availability<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Optimize inventory<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Enhance part quality and performance<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Support production continuity<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Create greater visibility across the fastener supply chain<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Optimas integrates fastener manufacturing and distribution to provide greater inventory certainty, consistent quality and a lower total cost of ownership.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Whether the priority is reducing sourcing complexity, improving component performance or strengthening supply chain resilience, attendees can connect with Optimas experts to discuss a fastener strategy aligned with their operational requirements.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span 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