Smith to Exhibit at Supercomputing 2026 in Chicago

Smith will exhibit at Supercomputing 2026 at McCormick Place in Chicago from Nov. 15-20 at Booth 6515. The distributor plans to showcase supply chain strategies for high-performance computing as AI-driven demand and a memory shortage strain component sourcing.

Why it matters: - High-performance computing demand is rising as the AI boom accelerates, and sourcing critical components has become harder. - Smith is positioning its supply chain services as a way for customers to keep upgrading computing power and advancing next-generation technology.

What happened: - Smith will exhibit at Supercomputing 2026 in Chicago at Booth 6515. - The conference runs Sunday, Nov. 15, through Friday, Nov. 20, at McCormick Place. - This is Smith’s second time participating in the show. - Smith representatives will be on site throughout the week to meet new and existing customers.

The details: - Supercomputing 2026 brings together electronics industry leaders to discuss the future of high-performance computing. - The event will feature exhibits, workshops and interactive forums focused on technical computing breakthroughs. - Smith will highlight its proactive procurement solutions for high-demand parts in an evolving market. - Todd Burke, Smith’s chief commercial officer, said the current memory shortage is creating unprecedented disruptions. - Burke said customers need supply chain strategies as unique as their innovations. - Burke said Smith offers expertise, connections and agility to source components for projects of any size or scope. - The event location is McCormick Place, 2301 S Martin Luther King Dr, Chicago, IL 60616.

Between the lines: - Smith is using the conference to reinforce its role as a partner for customers facing component scarcity and rapid technology shifts. - The booth presence signals a sales and relationship-building push around a market where procurement speed and flexibility matter more. - Smith’s messaging ties the company’s distribution model directly to AI-related infrastructure demand.

What’s next: - Smith will use the weeklong conference to connect with attendees and promote its supply chain capabilities. - The company plans to continue serving customers seeking parts for advanced computing projects. - More information is available on Smith's website.