COURSE DESCRIPTION
This accelerated learning boot camp covers 2.5 days of instructor lead facilitation and is designed to cover key learning points of the CSCP learning system. The learning system content is included in the course. This boot camp is beneficial for the self-study learner planning to take the APICS CSCP certification exam.
The APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional™ (CSCP) program takes a broad view of the field, extending beyond internal operations to encompass all the steps throughout the supply chain--from the supplier, through the company, to the end consumer--and how to effectively manage the integration of these activities to maximize the company’s value chain.
The CSCP program provides candidates with the necessary tools to effectively manage global supply chain activities and enables them to implement best practice approaches to increase supply chain efficiencies.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
The APICS CSCP is designed for supply chain professionals and people managing and planning extended supply chains especially people in:
- Supply chain design
- Supplier management
- Transportation
- Supply chain management
- Distribution channels
- 3PL, 4PL management
- Customer management
- Supply chain consulting
HOW YOU WILL BENEFIT
- Master advanced supply chain management principles that extend beyond an organization’s internal end-to-end operations from suppliers to customers
- Apply supply chain knowledge and analytical skills to streamline operations and produce bottom line results
- Explain the role of each element of the integrated supply chain concept
- Understand how successful supply chain management adds value to your organization
- Learn how to develop a supply chain strategy that aligns with corporate strategy
- Understand natural dynamics within the supply chain to optimize performance and profitability
- Evaluate the process constraints and choices within Global Logistics to establish a plan linked to overall strategy
- Effectively use customer data to improve service performance and increase value to suppliers and customers
- Understand the strategic importance of purchasing and supply relationships
- Understand the innovative technologies enabling collaborative commerce and global visibility
- Apply technology to enhance performance of distribution, reverse logistics, and global supply chain communications
WHAT IS COVERED
Supply Chain Design
- Addresses the concepts and strategies used for developing a supply chain strategy aligning with business goals and corporate strategy
- Designing a supply chain for the flow of product, information and cash
- Understanding and using the SCORreg model
Supply Chain Planning and Execution
- Addresses the processes required to procure and deliver goods and services
- Management of demand and supply relationships
Supply Chain Planning and Execution
- Related concepts of order management and customer service
- Defining and measuring logistics customer service outputs
Supply Chain Improvement and Best Practices
- Managing and balancing supply and demand through measuring, analyzing and improving supply chain processes
- Compliance with standards and regulations
- The importance of sustainable best practices and social responsibility
- Assessment of risk within the supply chain
COURSE MATERIALS
Participants will be provided the APICS CSCP course reading material and one-year access to the APICS online courseware.
COURSE PREREQUISITES
None.
PROGRAM TIMES
On the first day, please check in at least 30 minutes before the class start time.
- First Day - 1pm to 5:00pm (lunch not included)
- Second Day - 8:00am to 5:00pm
- Third Day - 8:00am to 5:00pm