25 February - 22 April 2026HOPE

Two tracks within Operations & Supply Chain

This spring we offer two learning tracks within Operations & Supply Chain, designed for companies preparing for growth. Depending on where you are in your journey, you can choose between an Introductory track for early-stage companies or an Advanced track for companies that have already started production.

Both tracks mix theory, practical exercises, and real company examples, giving you clarity, structure, and confidence in your operational and tactical decisions. The programs are led by Kjell Rundqvist, who brings long experience from helping companies navigate early production challenges, build operational maturity, and make well-grounded strategic and tactical decisions.

Track 1: Introduction for Early-Stage Companies

A foundation-level program for companies preparing their first steps toward production and market entry. Participants gain a clear understanding of what Operations and Supply Chain entail, how to avoid common bottlenecks, and how to make the right decisions at the right time.

Session 1: (25 February 10-12 pm)

  • Course goals and purpose​
  • Connection to the company’s overall strategic platform​
  • What is Operations and Supply Chain?

Session 2: (18 March 10-12 pm)

  • How does Operations impact our competitiveness?​
  • What are the strategic questions that need answers?​
  • How to identify when action is needed

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Track 2: Advanced Program for companies with production

This course provides an in-depth understanding of how operations and supply chain affect a company’s ability to grow and be profitable. It is aimed at companies that have moved beyond the lab bench and started production in some form – for example, prototypes, zero-series, or early serial production.

Session 1: (25 February 13:30-16:30 pm)

  • Course goals and purpose​
  • Connection to the company’s overall strategic platform​
  • Introduction: What is Operations and Supply Chain?

    Session 2: (25 March 9-12 pm)

    • How does Operations impact our competitiveness?​
    • Strategies within: Production, Procurement, Sourcing, Logistics, etc.​
    • Competencies and organization​
    • IT platform​
    • What are the strategic questions that need answers?

    Session 3: (22 April 9-12 pm)

    • Why do we need to make decisions about Operations now?​
    • How to identify when action is required​
    • Concrete challenges from participating companies​
    • Summary and next steps
    • How we can continue supporting each other in Sales and Operations

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    Your Mentor

    Kjell Rundqvist

    Kjell is Co-founder at Sonat and one of Sweden's leading figures in supply chain strategy with 35 years in the industry.

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    All you need to know

    Who should attend: The courses are designed for individuals in leadership roles or other key positions responsible for operations, production, logistics, or process development.

    Cost: Both courses are free of charge.

    Deadline for registration: 13 February

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    Contact

    Elin Rödjeby
    Project Manager at Norrköping Science Park

    If you have questions about the courses, please don't hesitate to contact Elin at elin.rodjeby@nosp.se or +46 70 325 42 48

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    The courses are part of Norrköping Science Park’s project Uppskalning HOPE, supporting companies in printed and organic electronics. The project is co-financed by Region Östergötland, Slättö, and the EU Regional Development Fund.