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Institute for Supply Management, Inc.® Membership Vote Information

June 12, 2020

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Cast your ballot for the proposed merger of Institute for Supply Management NY, Inc. (ISM-NY) with Institute for Supply Management AZ, Inc. (ISM-AZ). The merger is proposed to improve efficiency and effectiveness of ISM’s operations. The mission, purpose, chapter structure and membership remain the same. All active members in good standing as of June 8, 2020, will receive a ballot to vote on Monday, June 29.

Notice of ISM Annual Membership Meeting

Meeting will be held on August 12, 2020, at 8:30 a.m. MST, 11:30 a.m. EDT, at 309 W. ELLIOT RD., STE. #113, TEMPE, ARIZONA, 85284-1556. Due to uncertainties related to federal, state, and local restrictions on travel and large gatherings during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Annual Membership Meeting will be held both in person and virtually, through a web-based and telephonic simulcast, allowing members who do not attend the meeting in person to listen to the Annual Membership Meeting and submit questions and comments. Voting by members at the meeting will only be by proxy or by members physically present at the meeting. If you plan to attend the meeting in person or would like login information for the virtual meeting, please notify ISM a minimum of twenty-four hours in advance by contacting membersvcs@ismworld.org.

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The China Supply Chain Conundrum

August 02, 2020

Articles
While many companies have reduced their dependence on China — a process that began during the trade war — the rhetoric on completely restructuring supply chains is facing hard realities.
Pandemic Recovery: Best Practices for Hiring

July 27, 2020

Articles
While procurement hasn’t been immune to layoffs and furloughs during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, it hasn’t been hit as hard as other parts of businesses — and top talent within the function continues to be a finite resource in 2020.
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- Talent
- Workplace
- coronavirus
COVID-19’s Impact on Supply Chains’ End Users: Consumers

July 27, 2020

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The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has affected end-to-end supply chains, down to consumers and how they shop.

Being certified by ISM, whether it's a CPSM or CPSD, is one of the most important decisions you will make.

Those four letters after your name carry a lot of weight in the global supply management field because ISM certification has been respected as the foundational benchmark by the profession for nearly 40 years.

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A Pandemic Toolkit to Assist In Your Planning

During these unprecedented times, ISM^® has developed a Pandemic Toolkit to allow supply management professionals to gain greater visibility and transparency into their existing supply chains, quickly assess risk, and take informed action. Learn more about the toolkit through an informational webinar.

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Upcoming Education

August

04

2020

WEBINAR

Meet the Winners - ISM 30 Under 30 Winner Virtual Fireside Chat

Join the ISM 30 Under 30 Winners in this month long series highlighting their accomplishments and contributions amidst a global pandemic. Discussion will be led by a 30 Under 30 Megawatt Winner Alum.

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August

06

2020

WEBINAR

Meet the Winners - ISM 30 Under 30 Winner Virtual Fireside Chat

Join the ISM 30 Under 30 Winners in this month long series highlighting their accomplishments and contributions amidst a global pandemic. Discussion will be led by a 30 Under 30 Megawatt Winner Alum.

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August

11

2020

WEBINAR

Meet the Winners - ISM 30 Under 30 Winner Virtual Fireside Chat

Join the ISM 30 Under 30 Winners in this month long series highlighting their accomplishments and contributions amidst a global pandemic. Discussion will be led by a 30 Under 30 Megawatt Winner Alum.

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August

12

2020

WEBINAR

Fireside Chat with Shipman Winner, Sue Spence

Join the 2020 Shipman winner, Sue Spence and ISM CEO Tom Derry for this interactive fireside chat discussing how to keep an organization operational during COVID-19. You’ll hear how Sue Spence has kept FedEx operational, how COVID has disrupted airfreight and transportation, and how the economy has been impacted from the FedEx perspective.

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August

13

2020

WEBINAR

Meet the Winners - ISM 30 Under 30 Winner Virtual Fireside Chat

Join the ISM 30 Under 30 Winners in this month long series highlighting their accomplishments and contributions amidst a global pandemic. Discussion will be led by a 30 Under 30 Megawatt Winner Alum.

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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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