Premier Manufacturer and Retailer of High-end Lighting Shares Data-driven Supply Chain Journey
AUSTIN, TX / ACCESS Newswire / April 21, 2026 / John Galt Solutions, the fastest way to achieve more value from the supply chain, invites attendees of the 2026 Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo in Orlando, FL to the session, “How Data Helps Visual Comfort Introduce 3000 New SKUs Every Year”. This live presentation on May 5th, 2026, will feature Stephen Kotleba, Vice President of Inventory Planning & Purchasing at Visual Comfort & Co, a premier designer, manufacturer and retailer of lighting products, and a valued John Galt Solutions customer.
As supply chain complexity continues to scale, organizations are under increasing pressure to make the most of data to improve agility, visibility, and decision-making. In this engaging session, Stephen Kotleba will share the journey of how Visual Comfort & Co. transforms complex data into actionable insights to successfully manage high-volume new product introductions.
Visual Comfort & Co. brings approximately 3,000 new SKUs to market each year, requiring an advanced and scalable planning approach. In this session, attendees will learn how the company leverages data including product attributes, historical trends, and ramp rates; to enhance its Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process.
Kotleba will also discuss how the company is evolving its supply chain strategy, tapping into the advanced capabilities of AI and agentic AI to further drive visibility, agility and confidence in the planning process.
Attendees of this session will gain firsthand insights to:
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Transform diverse data sources into actionable planning intelligence
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Accelerate and de-risk new product introductions at scale
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Enhance SIOP processes with improved visibility and alignment
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Prepare for the next wave of innovation through AI-driven supply chain planning software
This must-attend session will provide practical strategies and real-world examples for supply chain leaders seeking to evolve their planning processes and unlock greater value from their data.
Session at a Glance
Title: How Data Helps Visual Comfort Introduce 3000 New SKUs Every Year
Speakers: Stephen Kotleba, Vice President of Inventory Planning & Purchasing at Visual Comfort & Co.
When: Tuesday, May 5 at 11:30am
Where: Gartner Supply Chain Planning Symposium/Xpo, Northern Hemisphere D, Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel
Visit John Galt Solutions at booth #200. Book a meeting with us here.
About John Galt Solutions
John Galt Solutions is the fastest way for businesses to get more value from their supply chain. The Atlas Planning Platform helps companies make faster decisions and see real results quickly across the end-to-end supply chain. AI-powered Atlas configures to even the toughest business requirements and goes live so fast clients see an ROI before their boss even thinks to ask about it. With the highest customer satisfaction rating in the industry, John Galt meets clients where they are, works side-by-side with them to grow, and shows them the fastest path to success. To learn how John Galt Solutions can help you improve supply chain performance, visit johngalt.com.
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SOURCE: John Galt Solutions
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