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Being certified by ISM, whether it's a CPSM®, CPSD® or APSM®, is one of the most important decisions you will make.
See If Your Credentials Are Still ActiveUpcoming Education
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November
06-07
2024
VIRTUAL CLASS
Fundamentals of Strategic Sourcing
You’ve got the fundamentals of supply management down and are off-and-running in your purchasing career. Now, it’s time to take the next step and boost your skills and knowledge for even greater success. This sourcing training will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed and offers hands-on exercises using quadrant analysis and supplier evaluations. It also examines how to develop content for a service-related RFP. This course will ensure you have the most up-to-date skills and knowledge for strategic sourcing. You’ll gain resources to add new value to your organization. This course is an excellent follow-up to the Fundamentals of Purchasing course
OnlineAna Brasher -
November
06
2024
The economy may be slowing, but your business shouldn’t—especially not due to outdated document management and signature processes. Inefficient systems often cause major deals to slip through the cracks. This session focuses on solving inefficiencies and future-proofing your business.
Hear from Selecta, Petr Hurab and Bidvest International Logistics, Lenushka Parannath, as well as Abt Global on how they transformed with Certinal’s unified digital transaction management.
Learn How to:
- Cut Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) as hidden costs from legacy systems erode margins.
- Bridge governance gaps and ensure compliance.
- Consolidate scattered systems to boost efficiency
Certinal sets your business up for a streamlined, cost-effective, and compliant future.
Learning Objectives:
- Spotting Procurement Bottlenecks
- Boosting Compliance and Governance
- Cutting Hidden Costs
- Streamlining Procurement
- Real-World Success
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November
07
2024
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member OnlyFive Ways to Capture Energy Procurement Savings
Energy (including electricity, LNG, renewables, offsets) is a complex spend category. Few companies manage their energy spending well enough to capture lowest market rates on secure sources of supply. Our presenters have helped countless companies reduce their costs of energy. They will discuss a five-part strategy to help webinar attendees navigate the upcoming 2025 energy marketplace.
Attendees can expect the following:
- Key questions to answer before beginning the energy journey
- How to develop a formal energy procurement strategy
- Ways to understand and follow the wholesale energy market
- Conduct a regional pricing process that includes all market players
- Ways to verify enrollment and invoice accuracy
- Ongoing – how to monitor markets, reporting and adjusting strategy
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November
13-14
2024
The importance of supply chain sustainability has been growing in recent years with consumers increasingly prioritizing environmental, social and governance (ESG) responsibilities. In response, companies are recognizing the benefits of sustainable practices for their bottom line. A sustainable supply chain can help companies maximize value by reducing costs, improving their reputation, and building stronger relationships with suppliers and customers.
Sustainability has become a critical issue for the global supply chain, as companies look for ways to reduce their impact on the environment and ensure long-term economic viability. From green procurement and sustainable packaging to energy efficiency and waste reduction, there are many ways that companies can address sustainability in their supply chain. As the world continues to prioritize sustainability, it will be interesting to see how the global supply chain evolves and embraces sustainable practices.
To help procurement professionals address this goal, we will examine current case studies from around the world to learn how organizations are driving sustainable procurement.
Enroll in this course, and you will walk away with a roadmap to drive sustainable procurement in your organization.OnlineCaldwell Hart, Jr, CPSM, CPSD -
November
14
2024
For the Women’s Supply Management Community, this meeting will be an opportunity for our three Committees to report out and discuss progress based on the community’s goals. If you’re affiliated with the women’s community, interested in getting involved or want to learn more, please join us for this interactive session. **** ISM membership is not required to attend – all are welcome.
The following Committees will come together for this quarterly update.
- Recruitment and Rebranding Supply Management
- Mentorship Program
- Addressing Women’s Challenges (Including Unconscious Bias)
Online - Recruitment and Rebranding Supply Management
Corporate Program
Increase the agility and broaden access to education, tools, research and more for your supply chain team. ISM offers programs for organizations to help provide a framework for continuous learning and access to valuable membership resources and products 24/7/365
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