Chuck Poirier (USA) to speak at apics Celebrates annual dinner 15 September 2010 | 6:15pm - 9:00pm - REGISTER NOW
Ever wondered if and how a business can achieve greatness through it's supply chain efforts? At this dinner presentation, Chuck Poirier, author and international supply chain expert shares the ten specific traits that lead to excellent performance! Discover what distinguishes the leaders from the laggards and how you can develop a plan to excel in areas that are important to your company and its markets.
September CPIM Exam Registration Deadline The next CPIM exam that will be administered in NSW takes place on Saturday the 11th of September. Enrolments for this exam close on the 30th of July.
Smart 2011 - Call for Papers out NOW Invitation to Speakers
If you're at the leading edge of supply chain practice, make sure your experience is shared - submit an application to present a paper at Australia's leading conference for supply chain professionals - Smart 2011 Conference. Applications close 1 October 2010. Details here. CPIM/Diploma of Business Operations Management Term 3 classes for the CPIM/Diploma are due to start in July/August. Some classes are filling up quickly - so get your registrations in ASAP to assure yourself a place.
Diploma of Purchasing In Term 3 we are offering the module Managing Business Records, Risk and International Purchasing. Diploma of Purchasing modules can be completed in any order, so why not start with this one?
|
Fridays, 9am - 5pm
30 July, 13 & 27 August, 10 September (4 days) |
Register by Friday 16 July |
Certified Supply Chain Professional Register now for the CSCP instructor-led course starting in August. Please note there is an eligibility assessment for the CSCP exam. Please contact the office for further information.
| Term 3 Instructor-led course: |
Self study: |
|
Monday evenings, 6pm - 9pm
16 August - 15 November (no class on 4 October)
13 evenings |
Self study material can be purchased at any time |
No Better Time to Manage Conflict - Article Susan Whillas Those responsible for people management in today’s complex workplace environments are faced with enormous challenges and their ability to do so effectively is a key determinate of business success. Predictably, the increasing levels of workforce diversity and rapid social and economic change means increased risk of workplace conflict.
Poll Results - Managing Conflict Last month we asked visitors to the apics website about the way their organisations approached and managed conflict. Find out what participants had to say.
Current Sponsors apics NSW is most grateful to its supporters and sponsors. Special thanks to:
Demand Management Systems who sponsor our Student of the Year Awards and our annual calendar; Pronto Software who provide support by sponsoring our CPIM course material and eNewsletters; and Dexion who allow us to improve professionalism within the supply chain industry by sponsoring our apics NSW/LAA Ltd Supply Chain Mentoring Program.
Appreciation also goes to Industry and Investment NSW, LAA Ltd and Industry and Investment NSW.
| Energising Supply Chain Performance 14 July 2010 | 6 - 8pm FREE PRESENTATION
Surveys consistently show a high level of dissatisfaction with performance measures, particularly non-financial measures. This presentation will review current practice in Supply Chain performance measurement and argue for a closer inspection of the standard "biscuit cutter" metrics.
Essentials of Planning 13 & 14 July | 9am - 4.30pm LAST CHANCE
This two-day non-certification course introduces particpants to the principles of effective planning. The course presents the concepts of planning at each level, from strategic to tactical. Through this course, participants will discover the essential ingredients of effective planning and have an opportunity to practice and enhance their own planning skills.
Sustainable, Green Supply Chains 11 August 2010 | 6 - 8pm FREE PRESENTATION
The time for proactive action on Greening Supply Chains has arrived!
Climate change driven expectations from consumers, community groups/NGOs, regulations from Governments and your own CSR/sustainability obligations demand that you manage the supply chain risks proactively and innovate on this new frontier.
Global Sourcing Workshop 12 and 13 August 2010 | 9am - 4:30pm NEW TWO DAY SHORT COURSE
Reap the benefits of bringing global sourcing world-class practices and thinking to your organisation. This two day workshop provides a comprehensive study of the critical tasks and challenges associated with sourcing and procurement internationally.
Site Visit - Continuous Improvement at ResMed 6 October 2010 | 10 am - NEW AND EXCLUSIVE TO APICS MEMBERS
Hear and see continuous improvement programs that are currently running within ResMed's manufacturing, procurement and logistics areas. ResMed will share how opportunities have been identified, and the process used to develop, implement and monitor improvements.
Smarter Inventory Solutions 22 September 2010 | 9am - 5pm ONE DAY COURSE
Turbo charge your inventory results! This practical, one day workshop is aimed at those who want to achieve more with less inventory. This comprehensive training event will show you how to review your inventory, identify opportunities and implement them so they stick!
Phillip Slater, the presenter, is a leading authority on materials and inventory management and the developer of Inventory Process Optimization (TM).
Lean Vision Conference 8 - 10 September 2010 - The Langham Melbourne REGISTER NOW
apics and The Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME) are pleased to invite you to attend the Lean Vision 2010 Conference. The conference explores how combining principles of flow and lean with planning excellence can drive supply chain performance. The programme has been designed with apics members in mind and is brimming with practical learning opportunities, including technical tours, international and local keynote speakers, case studies and top supply chain experts.
|
