APICS: Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)

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1 Training and Education APICS: Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)

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3 Introduction Training and education is an on-going life skill. It motivates, it inspires, it is a catalyst for change for the better. AGR have been working with leading retail, wholesale, distribution and manufacturers driving change through process and technology. Through practical experience coupled with leading course materials, AGR are able to deliver training courses based on facts as well as theory. The best of both worlds. AGR courses span a wealth of knowledge from business, universities, and leading organisations such as APICS....AGR are able to deliver training courses based on facts as well as theory... APICS APICS The Association for Operations Management is the global leader and premier source of the body of knowledge in supply chain and operations management, serving more than 35,000 members globally. APICS education and certification programs are recognized worldwide as the standard of professional competence in production and inventory management, and supply chain and operations management. CPIM Aims Certification in Production and Inventory Management will help you: Increase your functional knowledge of production and inventory Maximise return on investment on the systems and technologies within your organisation Master the tools you need to effectively manage supply chain activities Gain knowledge to apply principles of ERP software to cover various critical functions within your organisation Earn customer satisfaction by delivering Lean/Just-in-Time products and services Enhance your credibility within your organisation Create consistency and foster collaboration through best practices, common terminology and company-wide communication.

4 ...APICS provides comprehensive education and exam preparation materials... CPIM Individual Goals APICS courses for every supply chain and operations professional. Whether you need to streamline your supply chain or master the basics of materials and operations management - APICS provides comprehensive education and exam preparation materials to help you: Increase your functional and strategic knowledge Enhance your professional performance to advance your career Make positive contributions to your company and impact your company's bottom line Prepare for the APICS CPIM exams Increase the functional knowledge of you and your team. CPIM Exams To achieve CPIM certification, you must pass all of the following examinations: Basics of Supply Chain Management Master Planning of Resources Detailed Scheduling and Planning Execution and Control of Operations Strategic Management of Resources CPIM Courses and Exam Dates. CPIM examinations take place in March, June and December of each year. APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) Modules The APICS CPIM designation is earned upon successful completion of exams covering the following five modules. 1. Basics of Supply Chain Management The basic concepts in managing the complete flow of materials in a supply chain from suppliers to customers are covered in the Basics module. This module covers manufacturing, distribution, service, and retail industries. This includes the fundamental relationships in the design, planning, execution, monitoring, and control that occur. Knowledge of the material in this module is assumed as a prerequisite for the other APICS CPIM modules, which cover similar topics in much greater depth. Understanding basic businesswide concepts, including understanding various supply chain environments Managing demand, including markets and customer expectations Designing products, processes, and information systems Understanding supply issues including inventory costs, functions, and metrics.

5 2. Master Planning of Resources Explore and be able to apply the principles of demand management, sales and operations planning, master scheduling, and distribution planning, and to identify conditions that require action. This module evaluates knowledge of both supply and demand planning for mid- to long- term independent demand. Recognizing all demands for goods and services to support the marketplace Bringing together all the plans for the business Disaggregating the production plan into an executable schedule Planning the distribution network and replenishment....acquire a working knowledge of the tools and techniques for planning of inventory Detailed Scheduling and Planning Acquire a working knowledge of the tools and techniques for planning of inventory, including planning techniques such as MRP, CRP, lean, TOC, and projects. Understand the effect of using each technique; know standard measurements for inventory, materials, capacity and supplier performance; and recognize when to escalate issues. Managing inventory, planning material requirements, planning capacity requirements, and procurement and supplier planning Recognizing the importance of supply chain management and deploying supply chain strategies related to scheduling, planning, and sourcing Translating product-level plans and schedules generated at the master planning level into requirements that can be procured or produced Bridging the master planning area with the execution and control function Planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and implementing projects that are used to manage the supply of products and services. 4. Execution and Control of Operations Learn to translate plans into operational activities and define and apply techniques in the operations field. Comparing actual output to plans and taking appropriate corrective actions Communicating ideas in a group setting and instructing others in tasks Creating operational solutions in the face of competing resources Explaining the release of work and reporting performance through data collection Understanding the execution of quality initiatives and continuous improvement plans Evaluating trade-offs and participating in design decisions

6 ...understand and evaluate production and inventory activities within a company's global operations Strategic Management of Resources Move your learning to the next level through the SMR module that includes higher-level thinking or strategic planning and implementation of operations. This includes an understanding of how market requirements drive the resources and processes of an organization. Understanding concepts that require a combination of elements and higher thinking within the entire CPIM body of knowledge Knowing the relationship of existing and emerging processes and technologies to operations and supply chain functions Understanding various business environments Knowing how business strategies are developed and how operation strategies are implemented. Why You Need to Earn the APICS CPIM Designation The APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) program provides you with the ability to understand and evaluate production and inventory activities within a company's global operations. The APICS CPIM program benefits designees worldwide APICS CPIM is preferred by thousands of employers worldwide More than 100,000 professionals since 1973 have earned the APICS CPIM designation APICS CPIM helps you master essential terminology, concepts, and strategies related to: - demand management - procurement management - supplier planning - material requirements planning - capacity planning - sales and operations planning - master scheduling - performance measurements - supplier relationships - quality control - continuous improvement APICS CPIM education is essential if you are involved in: Production and inventory management Operations Supply chain management Procurement Materials management Purchasing

7 About AGR AGR is a Supply Chain Training, Consultancy and Software business. AGR aims to implement best practice process through training, one-to-one help and systems. We have more than 100 clients in North America, Scandinavia, Holland and the UK. With customers such as Pets At Home, Le Creuset, Otsuka Pharmaceutical, Activas, The Garden Centre Group (Wyevale Garden Centres), Fortnum and Mason, Space NK, Wrapfilm (Bacofoil products), AGR have spent nearly two decades helping customers achieve smooth operations around Supply Chain that ultimately create affordable availability with minimium stock holding. Many of our consultants have trained at Universities across the globe as well as professional organisations such as IOM and CILT.

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