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Upcoming Education
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May
17-18
2022
VIRTUAL CLASS
Procurement Bootcamp
Procurement is an organizational function that covers a multitude of business functions. This includes specification development, value analysis, supplier market research, negotiation, buying activities, contract administration and inventory management. This course will provide a holistic approach to managing your supply chain and drive strategic value to impact both bottom-line costs and top-line revenues.
OnlineDavid E Malone, CPSMMeeting Full -
May
17
2022
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member OnlyAce the Proof-of-Concepts, Champion New Roll-Outs
Servicization of business offerings have increased choices and opportunities for buyers but have also challenged their skillset. Whether it is procurement of emerging technologies like cloud based software and data science services or buying through leasing, financing and rental models or sourcing novel solutions from start-ups, the success of service increasingly lies on how well the proof-of-concept or pilot run was conducted, lacunae identified and risks assessed before full-fledged implementation. It applies to both strategic and tactical purchases. This session will share rules of thumb on how to get it right based on our own experience of buying and implementing new services across a range of categories like IT, supplier financing and cargo vehicles.
Learning Objectives:
- Upon completion, participant will be able to list steps to follow to plan a successful proof-of-concept.
- Upon completion, participant will be able to define skills required for buying emerging technologies and novel solutions & services and become more confident of doing first-time-ever deals for the organization.
- Upon completion, participant will be able to describe importance of customer-centricity and cross-functional skills as pillars of growth in future.
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May
22-25
2022
Can’t attend the conference in-person? The ISM World hybrid virtual pass gives you access to “join” in-person attendees LIVE at the daily General Sessions. Experience amazing and inspiring thought leaders and be able to interact and ask your questions as if you were sitting in the conference hall. In addition, you get access to a library of breakout sessions to watch on-demand following the conference. If your schedule is challenged or travel just isn’t an option, this still gives you the opportunity to attend THE supply management event of the year.Virtual, AZ -
May
22-25
2022
Excited to get back to seeing your friends, colleagues and peers?
The ISM World in-person only experience gives you the opportunity to be face-to-face with thought leaders, peers and suppliers and have dedicated time to build your network and expand your knowledge on critical topics impacting the supply management profession. Get inspired by amazing keynotes, interact in engaging breakout sessions and have fun swapping supply chain “wins” (and war stories) in a variety of attendee celebrations and small group experiences. It’s all designed to experience the magic of the profession in the magic city of Orlando.
THINK YOU WANT THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS? Consider the ISM World all-access pass. Learn more. Read more about the All Access Pass
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May
22-25
2022
Included in the ISM World all-access pass this portion of the package includes the 90-day access following the conference to a library of the breakout sessions you may have missed onsite in Orlando or would like to watch again. It’s part of the ultimate package combining the best of in-person and virtual at the highest value.
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