Digital Supply Chain Institute

What Digital Supply Chain Institute does

Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) is a non-profit, member-led applied research organization founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City. Operating as an institute of the Center for Global Enterprise (CGE) — chaired by former IBM Chairman Sam Palmisano — DSCI produces original research, frameworks, and executive programs aimed at helping senior supply chain leaders accelerate digital transformation. Its member roster includes Amazon, AMD, Dell, Samsung SDS, IHG Hotels & Resorts, On, BT Group, Narval, Craft, RunMyProcess, and Vertiv, spanning semiconductors, e-commerce, hospitality, telecommunications, logistics, and consumer goods.

DSCI's core products center on (1) the Constellation of Value (CoV) Framework — a proprietary methodology for mapping supply chain value-creating elements; (2) applied research publications covering AI operationalization, agentic AI governance, supply chain resilience, cyber readiness, and trade digitization; (3) the 30-Day Research Sprint, a focused research engagement for urgent strategic decisions; (4) invitation-only Executive Leadership Forums capped at 100 attendees; (5) the DSCInsights video podcast series; (6) the TrailblazeHers women's leadership program (running since 2021); and (7) the CEO Exchange under Chatham House Rule. DSCI does not sell software, APIs, or commercial technology products; its outputs are research artifacts, frameworks, and convening experiences.

Revenue is generated through annual corporate membership dues on a subscription basis, supplemented by sponsorships from Executive Leadership Forum co-hosts (DP World, Craft, Narval). Pricing is not publicly disclosed. Distribution is exclusively direct-to-enterprise via invitation and member referrals, with a community-led go-to-market motion targeting Chief Supply Chain Officers and cross-functional enterprise teams. DSCI partners strategically with APQC, ASCM, ICC Digital Standards Initiative, I.S.I.G., APSCA, and LANACO to extend its research and benchmarking reach.

Name

Digital Supply Chain Institute

Legal name

Digital Supply Chain Institute

Website

https://dscinstitute.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

DSCI is a non-profit, member-led applied research organization producing proprietary supply chain transformation frameworks, applied research, and invitation-only executive forums for enterprise supply chain leaders including Amazon, AMD, Dell, and Samsung SDS.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Institute Membership: DSCI operates as a non-profit, member-led applied research organization. Revenue is generated through membership fees from corporate organizations seeking to participate in applied research, executive forums, and collaborative supply chain transformation initiatives.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) is a non-profit, member-led applied research organization that helps senior supply chain leaders accelerate digital supply chain transformation through original applied research, executive peer-exchange programs, and member workshops. It offers a corporate membership program, the 30-Day Research Sprint for urgent decisions, the proprietary Constellation of Value (CoV) transformation framework, the TrailblazeHers women's leadership initiative, and invitation-only Executive Leadership Forums.

Product overview

Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) is a non-profit, member-led applied research organization (not a commercial product company) that offers a portfolio of research publications, membership programs, and professional development initiatives focused on accelerating digital supply chain transformation. The core offerings include: the Applied Research program producing whitepapers and guides; the Constellation of Value (CoV) Framework for supply chain transformation; membership access to workshops and executive education; the 30-Day Research Sprint for urgent decisions; Executive Leadership Forums for peer exchange; DSCInsights video series; and the TrailblazeHers program for women in supply chain leadership. DSCI partners with organizations like APQC, ASCM, ICC Digital Standards Initiative, and the International Semiconductor Industry Group to deliver research and programs. DSCI does not offer commercial software products or APIs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TrailblazeHers: A leadership development program designed for women with one to five years of experience in supply chain, aiming to close the gender gap in supply chain leadership.
• DSCInsights
• 30-Day Research Sprint
• Constellation of Value (CoV)

Products and services

• DSCI Membership Corporate membership program providing access to applied research, workshops, executive education programs, Executive Leadership Forums, and collaborative innovation opportunities for organizations advancing digital supply chain transformation.
• 30-Day Research Sprint

Quantifiable outcome

• Constellation of Value framework enables companies to mitigate risks, quickly respond to market disruptions, and enhance sustainability
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability7 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• IHG Hotels & ResortscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026IHG Hotels & Resorts joined DSCI as its newest member to advance digital innovation in supply chain and procurement. IHG is one of the world's leading hospitality companies with a diverse portfolio.
• Center for Global Enterprise (CGE)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2026DSCI is an Institute of the Center for Global Enterprise. CGE Chairman Sam Palmisano, former IBM Chairman and CEO, leads DSCI's executive leadership. CGE collaborates with DSCI on CEO Exchange events and global trade initiatives.
• Cyber Readiness Institute (CRI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2026CRI Managing Director Karen Evans and DSCI Co-Chair Sasha Pailet Koff collaborate on cybersecurity initiatives. CRI provides cyber readiness programs for supply chain organizations.
• Amazon BusinesscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2026Amazon Business joined DSCI to strengthen the Institute's global community dedicated to accelerating digital supply chain transformation and resilience.
• AMDcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2026AMD joined DSCI alongside Amazon Business to strengthen the Institute's global community. AMD contributes expertise in supply chain resilience and AI-powered forecasting.
• NarvalcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 25 September 2025Co-hosting the 12th DSCI Executive Leadership Forum 2024 in Panama City, Panama. Narval Group, led by Chairman Mario Pérez Balladares, also joined DSCI as Co-Chair in 2026. Narval has a separate partnership with BigBear.ai for AI-powered cargo security.
• APQCcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2025DSCI expanded its long-standing collaboration with APQC through new strategic knowledge opportunities, building on nearly eight years of joint research and thought leadership. APQC is the world's foremost authority on benchmarking, best practices, and process improvement. The collaboration provides DSCI members with benchmarking data and best practice research.
• APSCA (Association of Professional Social Compliance Auditors)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2025Strategic Data Trading Pilot to support responsible digital transformation in social compliance, in partnership with LANACO. The initiative explores the potential of digital tools to improve social compliance auditing through data sharing.
• ASCM (Association for Supply Chain Management)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 July 2025Strategic partnership designed to equip Chief Supply Chain Officers (CSCOs) with the vision, tools, and insights needed to lead the next wave of supply chain transformation. The collaboration unites two global leaders in supply chain excellence.
• ICC Digital Standards InitiativecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2025Collaboration to develop a Digital Trade Readiness Framework designed to help organizations across the global supply chain ecosystem assess and strengthen their ability to adopt electronic trade records (ETRs) and digital trade documentation.
• LANACOcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2025Strategic Data Trading Pilot with APSCA and DSCI to support responsible digital transformation in social compliance. LANACO is a leader in digital platform development.
• BlueX TrademinorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2025BlueX Trade successfully piloted a digital bill of lading solution with DSCI, participating in the 2025 CEO Exchange. Specializes in digital trade documentation.
• RunMyProcesscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 June 2025RunMyProcess joined DSCI to advance cyber-ready and automated supply chains. The company specializes in agile business transformation and rapid system integration. Contributing expertise in AI-driven decision-making, data visibility, and cyber threat mitigation.
• Samsung SDScoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025Samsung SDS joined DSCI as newest member to advance supply chain transformation. DSCI supports Samsung SDS in expanding its U.S. presence, focusing on Caidentia—its AI-powered SaaS solution for direct procurement from design to source to pay. Partnership includes thought leadership content and event participation.
• Dragon Maritime GroupminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025DSCI helped Dragon Maritime Group train a new generation of digital supply chain leaders through specialized programming.
• International Semiconductor Industry Group (I.S.I.G.)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 April 2025Launch of the Supply Chain Constellation of Value (CoV) Working Group, bringing together senior leaders from eight leading semiconductor companies. The 12-month initiative focuses on transforming supply chain management through next-generation structures that are resilient, innovative, and environmentally sustainable. I.S.I.G. members include Intel, AMD, Micron, Samsung, SK Siltron, Bosch, Lam Research, Applied Materials, KLA, and GlobalFoundries.
• DP WorldcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 13 November 2023Co-hosting the 11th DSCI Executive Leadership Forum 2023 at the Museum of the Future in Dubai, UAE. Theme: 'Bringing Tomorrow's Supply Chain to Today.'
• CraftcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 12 October 2022Co-hosting the 10th DSCI Executive Leadership Forum 2022 in Palo Alto, California. Craft CEO Ilya Levtov also joined DSCI as Co-Chair in 2025. Craft provides real-time supply chain visibility and risk monitoring.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• The Conference Board: Member-led business research organization producing economic indicators, executive networks, and applied research for senior leaders. Highly comparable to DSCI's member-led applied research and executive exchange model, though broader in scope beyond supply chain.
• Institute for Supply Management (ISM): Non-profit professional association for supply management and procurement, producing research, certifications, and events. ISM and DSCI serve overlapping supply chain leader audiences with research, community, and educational programming.
• ASCM (Association for Supply Chain Management): The world's largest professional association for supply chain management, offering certifications, research, education, and member networks. DSCI and ASCM entered a 2025 strategic partnership to equip CSCOs with transformation tools — they serve overlapping enterprise audiences with complementary research outputs.
• APQC (American Productivity & Quality Center): Non-profit member-driven research organization focused on benchmarking, best practices, and process improvement. DSCI has partnered with APQC for nearly eight years; both serve similar member bases with applied research, benchmarks, and community-driven knowledge exchange.
• Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP): Professional association advancing the supply chain management profession through research, education, and networking. Comparable to DSCI as a member-led supply chain research/community organization serving practitioners and senior executives.

Broad incumbents

• McKinsey & Company (Supply Chain Operations Practice): Global management consulting firm with a dedicated Supply Chain Operations practice producing research and transformation engagements. Comparable as a supply chain thought leader targeting the same CSCO audience, but as a much larger commercial consultancy.
• Gartner: Large global research and advisory firm with a major supply chain practice producing Magic Quadrants, research notes, and executive events. DSCI competes for CSCO mindshare, though Gartner serves a broader enterprise research mandate and operates at far larger scale.

Others

• World Economic Forum: International organization convening CEOs, heads of state, and senior executives for global collaboration on economic and societal issues. Compares to DSCI's CEO Exchange and Executive Leadership Forums in convening format, though addresses a much broader agenda.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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