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In the new issue of Inside Supply Management®:

A ‘BLUNT TOOL’ THAT’S HERE TO STAY

No longer just a sourcing issue, tariffs have become a strategic business variable that organizations must embed in planning.

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September/October issue

What happens when assumptions behind supply chains no longer hold? The latest edition of ISM’s member publication tackles tariffs, geopolitical risk, rail and demand planning — areas where yesterday’s playbook may not be enough.

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Tariffs are nothing new. Most countries have them. But now, they are being used in different ways — and to much greater degrees — than ever before.

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ISM®’s New CEO Leverages Leadership, Engagement and Transformation

September 08, 2026
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Neal J. Couture, CAE, FASAE, calls leading ISM “a unicorn job,” saying that it’s where his two professional experiences — in procurement and association management — are coming together.

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Supplier Relationship Management: Achieving Top and Bottom Line Results

Successful supplier relationships drive both revenue growth and cost optimization. This advanced SRM course provides practical models and strategies for building supplier partnerships that deliver measurable business impact.

Participants learn how to prepare the organization for SRM, segment suppliers, leverage supplier innovation, improve performance management and optimize supply base effectiveness.

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This webinar provides knowledge regarding the many benefits that come with being a part of the ISM community. Join us and learn about the essential tools, vibrant community, and exceptional learning that enhances your professional development. You'll also gain insight into the array of programs, services, and resources that are available to you through your membership.

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Strategic Cost and Price Management

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Organizations increasingly rely on procurement to contribute to profitability beyond traditional cost savings. This course provides advanced techniques for analyzing, managing and controlling costs across the supply chain. Participants learn how to apply total cost of ownership, should-cost modeling, value analysis, financial tools and strategic cost management frameworks that support stronger sourcing and business decisions. You will have 60 days access after the last day of the course.

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