Course Details
Course Outline
5 days course
Foundations of Supply Chain Management
- Introduction to Supply Chain Management: Concepts, importance, and components.
- The role of Supply Chain Management in an organization.
- Overview of Supply Chain Operations: Procurement, production, and distribution.
- Supply Chain Performance Measures: Efficiency, responsiveness, and flexibility.
Strategic Supply Chain Planning
- Supply Chain Strategy: Alignment with business strategy.
- Designing the Supply Chain Network: Factors to consider, models, and optimization.
- Demand Forecasting in Supply Chain: Techniques and importance.
- Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP): Process, benefits, and challenges.
Managing Supply Chain Operations
- Inventory Management: Techniques, challenges, and trade-offs.
- Production and Operations Management: Lean manufacturing, Just-In-Time, and Total Quality Management.
- Logistics and Distribution: Transportation modes, warehousing, and last-mile delivery.
- Role of Information Systems in Supply Chain: ERP, WMS, and TMS.
Global Supply Chain Management
- International Supply Chain: Challenges and opportunities.
- Global Sourcing and Procurement: Benefits, risks, and management.
- Global Logistics: Incoterms, customs, and international transportation.
- Regulatory Compliance: Understanding international trade laws and regulations.
Future Trends in Supply Chain Management
- Impact of digitalization on Supply Chain: IoT, AI, blockchain, and big data.
- Sustainable Supply Chain Management: Green supply chain, reverse logistics, and circular economy.
- Skills for the future: Competencies for supply chain professionals in the digital age.
- Preparing for the CISCP & CISCM Certification: Exam content, format, and preparation tips.
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