Supply chain leader Tay Yi Ning is appointed to head the DHL Asia Pacific Innovation Center. She will focus on customer-centric innovation and collaboration to drive logistics advancements in the region.
12 March 2024 – DHL Supply Chain reinforces its commitment to fostering innovation in the Asia Pacific region by appointing Ms. Tay Yi Ning as the new Head of the Asia Pacific Innovation Center located in Singapore. Ms. Yi Ning brings nearly two decades of extensive experience in customer relationship management and developing logistics solutions to this pivotal role.
In her new capacity, Ms. Yi Ning will spearhead efforts to solidify the Center’s position as a leading hub for cutting-edge logistics solutions and champion a customer-centric approach. She will lead a dedicated team focused on building strong collaborative relationships between customers, startups, and solution providers. These strategic collaborations will drive the exploration and integration of innovative technologies that optimize and streamline logistics operations across the region.
Proven Expertise Positions Ms. Yi Ning for Continued Innovation Leadership
“Our global network of Innovation Centers plays a critical role in shaping the future of logistics,” said Mr. Eric Vargas, Head of Innovation Centers, Global and Europe, at DHL. “Ms. Yi Ning’s in-depth understanding of the Asia Pacific logistics landscape, coupled with her proven track record in developing innovative solutions, positions her perfectly to lead our efforts in this dynamic region.”
Ms. Yi Ning is a highly respected logistics professional with a distinguished career at DHL. She commenced her journey with the company in . 2008 as part of the technology business development team at DHL Global Forwarding. Prior to assuming her current leadership role, Ms. Yi Ning served as the Regional Customer Director for the technology sector within DHL Customer Solutions and Innovation (CSI), where she provided strategic guidance and support to key customers.
Collaboration as the Cornerstone for Driving Innovation in Asia Pacific
“The Asia Pacific region is a vibrant hub for innovation,” remarked Ms. Yi Ning Tay. “Our primary objective at the DHL Asia Pacific Innovation Center is to leverage the power of smart logistics solutions to address the evolving challenges faced by our customers while contributing to solutions for global issues. I am honored to lead this talented team and foster strong collaborations with customers and partners to propel continuous innovation within the Asia Pacific logistics landscape.”
Established in Singapore in 2015, the DHL Asia Pacific Innovation Center serves as the company’s regional hub for exploring and showcasing future-oriented logistics solutions. The Center offers a unique platform for knowledge sharing and exploration of emerging logistics trends through tailored workshops and customized tours designed for customers, partners, and industry thought leaders. This strategic appointment underscores DHL’s unwavering commitment to remaining at the forefront of logistics innovation across the globe.
