Commercial Contracts 4.0 I Part 1

26 February 2026 | 09.00 - 09.45 am (GMT) | 10.00 - 10.45 am (CET) | 05.00 - 05.45 pm (HKT/CST) | 06.00 - 06.45 pm (JST)

Germany, France, United Kingdom, Hong Kong

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Risks, challenges and current trends for contracting along the entire supply chain

In today’s fast-evolving business environment, companies face a complex mix of challenges and opportunities along their supply chains. Disruptions caused by natural disasters, geopolitical crises, increasing tariffs or other unforeseeable circumstances, as well as a steadily developing regulatory landscape, are reshaping how companies design business transactions and approach risk management. At the same time, shifting industry priorities, tightening regulatory frameworks, and the acceleration of digital transformation are driving innovation – from new procurement strategies to smart distribution models.

How can companies address these unexpected challenges in their commercial contracts while ensuring long-term security and short-term flexibility at the same time? Which innovative contract models will shape the future of procurement and distribution in an increasingly digital and regulated environment?

Join our Hogan Lovells Strategic Operations, Agreements and Regulation (SOAR) team for a three-part webinar series offering expert insights from a Continental European / Civil law, English law, and Chinese law perspective on resilient contract design, strategic sourcing, and intelligent contract models for distribution.

Part 1 I 26.02.2026:

Supply Chain Disruptions – Resilience Through Smart Contract Design:

Analysis of different disruptive scenarios, related risks and latest developments (e.g., tariffs)
Potential solutions with force majeure, hardship, frustration of contract, or other legal concepts
Strategies to develop a resilient and flexible contract architecture to mitigate risks

Part 2 I 12.03.2026:

Strategic Sourcing – Rethinking Procurement Contracts:

Sourcing strategies in transition: industry transformation, supply chain risks, product regulations, and more
How to achieve supply security through new contract structures in the supply chain (e.g., traditional structures vs. “deep sourcing” models)
Long-term supply security vs. maintaining sourcing flexibility
Innovative contract concepts for better protection against supply risks

Part 3 I 26.03.2026:

Strategic Distribution – Market Trends and Legal Impact:

Direct vs. indirect distribution: comparison of the advantages and disadvantages of both models
Current distribution trends and strategic considerations: from switching between direct and indirect distribution, to expansion of online sales, to different forms of distribution (e.g., rental, sales, financing)
Distribution cooperations

What to expect:

Discover practical contractual solutions to mitigate risks and enhance resilience across your supply and distribution chain
Explore innovative contract models tailored to address emerging challenges in sourcing and distribution
Gain expert insights into the latest trends and legal developments shaping the future of commercial contracts

Please note that this webinar will be conducted via Zoom (company license).

We look forward to welcoming you to our webinar.

Best regards

Your Hogan Lovells SOAR team

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