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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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Managing Working Capital Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic

July 13, 2020

Articles
Companies’ views of working capital and overall liquidity have shifted since the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, according to research from The Hackett Group. Seven measures — ranging from improving visibility to accelerating technology adoption and digital transformation — can help companies drive working-capital improvements, the Miami-based consultancy says.
How Is Force Majeure Holding Up Under COVID-19?

July 13, 2020

Articles
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) spread across the globe, affecting the ability of manufacturers and other businesses to fulfill contract obligations, an often-ignored boilerplate provision began making headlines: the force majeure clause.
Institute for Supply Management® Launches New Website at a New Domain Name

July 13, 2020

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Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) launched a newly redesigned website at ismworld.org. The new site at the new domain name features enhanced functionality, personalized features for members and an upgraded user experience.
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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

July

13-24

2020

GUIDED LEARNING

CPSM Instructor Qualification Workshop

This course has been designed for Certified Professional in Supply Management^® (CPSM^®) designation holders who would like to assist others as they prepare for their CPSM exams. This course will cover best practices in the educational and association fields, including ISM's vision for the CPSM, adult learning theory, ADDIE Model, Engaging and motivating learners, updates to exam specifications and candidate courseware. Upon completion, instructors are granted a qualification status demonstrating they have made the commitment of excellence. Eligible instructors must have a current CPSM certification. Instructors will also receive the CPSM 2018 Instructor Courseware to deliver their own workshops. This course is worth 10 CEH's.

This is a two week online course with 3 live webinars. If you are not to attend live they are also available ON-Demand after the live event..

Monday- July 13th, 2020 from 1:00-2:00 PM EST

Friday- July 17th, 2020 from 1:00-2:00 PM EST

Friday- July 24th, 2020 from 1:00-2:00 PM EST

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July

14

2020

WEBINAR

AI, RPA, & Analytics: The Impact of COVID-19

A newly published report on “Source to Pay Transformation with AI and RPA,” from research conducted jointly by ISM and Zycus, finds that while adoption of these technologies for Procurement is still somewhat nascent - just 22% of respondents said they were currently utilizing AI/RPA, and most for less than one year – many more have been formulating plans to ramp-up utilization and have been accelerating their AI roadmaps in light of unprecedented challenges wrought by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Jul-Aug

16-12

2020

GUIDED LEARNING

Supplier Relationship Management

Your suppliers are your organization’s lifeblood, and to be successful, you need them to be on the same page as you to accomplish common goals and objectives. This Guided Learning course will introduce you to the discipline of supplier relationship management (SRM). Designed with today’s busy professional in mind, this course will help you to plan and manage your supplier interactions effectively for better outcomes.

This Guided Learning is a self paced course consisting of online reading and 4 live webinars over a 5 week period.

The webinars are scheduled for:

7/16/20 from 4:00-5:00 PM ET

7/23/20 from 4:00-5:00 PM ET

8/06/20 from 4:00-5:00 PM ET

8/12/20 from 4:00-5:00 PM ET

20 CEH's

Online

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Jul-Aug

20-21

2020

GUIDED LEARNING

CPSM Exam: Supply Management Core

Get prepared for the Supply Management Core exam with ISM’s Guided Learning course. Designed with today’s busy professional in mind, this comprehensive, self-paced course will provide a deep understanding of core supply management competencies and set you up for success on the exam

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July

22-23

2020

CLASSROOM

Contracting: Beyond the Basics

Many supply chain professionals learn the basics of contracting on the job. However, to advance in your profession, you’ll need to develop more sophisticated contracting skills. This supply chain management seminar will provide you with advanced contracting know-how to progress in your career and take on new challenges. In this “beyond the basics” contracting course, you’ll build upon your existing contract knowledge and take it a step further by focusing on how to construct effective customized agreements. For hands-on practice, you’ll review numerous contract clauses and their uses in various situations, including services, software, construction and e-commerce. This seminar will also address contracts from a global perspective to prepare you with global contracting skills, an in-demand skill set. To ensure this seminar is applicable to your specific role, you're invited to bring copies of your contracts for reference during the program.

Las Vegas, NV

Helen M Pohlig, J.D.

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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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