Supply Chain Monthly

Catchy title? Maybe it is, but that’s just an attempt to keep you reading on. I really want to acknowledge you as a very important part of CSCMP and all that we stand for together…as a member of this great organization. I do believe that your decision to be a part of the global community of supply chain practitioners and academics who make up CSCMP says a lot about who you are. You care about your personal brand, your development, and maximizing your competency and capability. Yes, that’s better than a manicure! May is member appreciation month. And I want you to hear it from me personally; you are very much appreciated!
 
Through all of the pressing challenges and dynamics that came about as a result of a global geo-political shift that began in 2018 to the Pandemic of 2020, supply chain professionals became front-and-center in the call to respond. From pulling out all the stops to keep operations running to now improving supply chain resiliency and inserting value-added redundancy, we had to create new processes and innovate like never before. As a result, CSCMP has and continues to see expanded growth in membership like never before as you, our members, seek the necessary knowledge and access to networks to advance your development and that of your supply chain.
 
The supply chain will continue to advance in process and technology innovation. I would imagine that this will occur at a pace far greater in this decade than perhaps we’ve ever seen before. CSCMP is here to help you in your journey and we are very pleased to be that resource to help you achieve your goals.
 
This September we will return to a live and in-person EDGE conference in Atlanta, Georgia. There is no turning back! I can tell you personally that momentum for the live conference is building among our membership, and we have the commitments from the best in the business to appear and deliver cutting-edge innovative concepts and thought leadership on your behalf. I look forward to seeing you there and sharing more appreciation for your membership in this great global organization.
 
My best regards,
 
Mark S. Baxa
CSCMP President & CEO

A new study by ToolsGroup, a global leader in supply chain planning software, and the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) has found that only 3% of companies experienced no COVID-19-related business impact, and 42% of organizations say the pandemic has accelerated their digitization plans. Additionally, the majority (90%) are somewhere along the digital journey, but talent deficits threaten to slow progress, with 42% of respondents saying they are handing staff/skills shortages poorly or very poorly.

CSCMP and ToolsGroup surveyed more than 200 supply chain professionals around the world from manufacturing, retail, consumer packaged goods, aftermarket parts, wholesale-distribution, and third-party logistics (3PL) firms, as well as consulting organizations. One hundred percent of those who said they were already reaping the benefits of digital transformation said that they were managing COVID-19-related demand and supplier uncertainty "very well." Of those who said they were "executing," 94% responded "very well." However, only 60% of those in the ‘evaluating’ stage reported handling this area "very well," indicating that digital technology and processes are enabling better management of disruption. Download the FREE Report to read the full study.
 
Accelerate or Hesitate? Real-World Data on Post-COVID Supply Chain Planning
Webinar Presented by CSCMP and ToolsGroup - Hosted by Supply Chain Brain
Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Companies around the world are urgently seeking ways to better plan around demand uncertainty and improve supply chain resilience and agility. CSCMP's Mark Baxa and ToolsGroup's Caroline Proctor will reveal analysis from a crucial new global survey. 

Thursday, June 24, 2021︱Register now!

CSCMP collaborates each year with global strategic management consulting firm, Kearney, as the author and researcher of CSCMP's State of Logistics Report^®, and with the report's longstanding presenter Penske Logistics.

Across three-plus decades, the report offers a snapshot of the American economy through the lens of the logistics sector in the overall supply chain. It is a rigorous compilation of leading logistics intelligence from around the world, shines a spotlight on industry trends, and offers key insights on the ever-evolving industry supply chains.

CSCMP members attend for free. Non-member tickets are $95. Limited space, register for the virtual event today! 

The Annual State of Logistics Report^® is a CSCMP member benefit and will be available to CSCMP Members for download upon its release. 

Not a member? Join CSCMP today for only $299 to receive complimentary access to the webinar, the State of Logistics Report^® (upon its release), and more.

Nowadays, machine learning seems to be everywhere you look, from television commercials and supply chain conferences to university degrees. But despite its buzzword status and the fact that it’s been around since the late 1950s, this technology is still shrouded in mystery for many supply chain practitioners. According to Gartner, “While machine learning promises transformational benefits in the supply chain, current expectations of short-term readiness and benefits remain unrealistic.”¹ In this hyped-up stage in technology maturity, it’s crucial to be well informed so you can see beyond the headlines and apply the technology correctly to solve business problems and deliver real value.
 
Thank you CSCMP Corporate Member Rob Kaufholz, VP of Product Innovation, ToolsGroup for sharing this CSCMP Hot Topic.

Businesses need to ensure that their shipping and logistics protocols and customer communications are more integrated than they ever have been before — this is now known as the “Amazon Effect.” Because of this, customers now expect reliable, real-time, accurate, and free tracking for all online purchases that they make.

Take your supply chain career to the next level and get SCPro™ Certified. SCPro™ Certification is a three-tiered program that assesses progressive knowledge and skills across integrated supply chain activities. This process validates an individual’s ability to strategically assess business challenges and effectively implement supply chain improvements through the analysis of real-world case studies and developing a comprehensive project plan to achieve results such as a positive ROI. 

 

"I originally joined in 2006. I was encouraged by leadership team member at my company to joint for educational and networking purposes. Get involved! You will be surprised how quickly you meet people and feel a part of the local roundtable. It does take time and energy, but I truly believe you get back much more than what you put in."

"I registered in CSCMP to expand my network and to gain additional industry knowledge. My goal is to leverage all that CSCMP has to offer, from the website to the conferences and networking opportunities. Reach out to members in your chapter and outside your region by attending events and networking opportunities. Make use of all the association offers and find ways to contribute as a speaker, writer, volunteer, or attendee. As for me, educational events and conference opportunities are of most benefit."

JLL is a Fortune 200 commercial real estate firm focused on helping corporate clients with supply chain strategy through a full range of implementation services which can include real estate brokerage, labor analytics, tax and economic incentives, investment analysis, and project management.
 
Watch CSCMP's Corporate Spotlight video to learn why JLL was named a "Great Supply Chain Partner" by SupplyChainBrain in 2020.

With 42 years in the trucking industry, PITT OHIO has become the transportation and logistics provider shippers can trust; a reliable and dependable freight transportation provider with a flexible approach that can anticipate customer’s needs. At the core of their business is their commitment to deliver quality service.
 
Watch CSCMP's Corporate Spotlight video to learn how PITT OHIO is raising the bar with service, safety standards, technology and sustainability.

We now offer Basic Membership for only $179, an affordable membership option available at a significantly reduced price. Our Basic Membership provides access to a wide variety of member benefits:

Basic Membership does not include preferred pricing for EDGE. If you plan to attend CSCMP’s annual EDGE Conference, then Premier Membership will be the best option.

Wednesday, May 19 / 2:00 PM EDT

 

Companies around the world are urgently seeking ways to better plan around demand uncertainty and improve supply chain resilience and agility. CSCMP and ToolsGroup will reveal analysis from a crucial new global survey.

Thursday, May 27, 2021 / 10:30 AM CDT
 
A newer class of Supply Chain software called Distributed Order Management (DOM) has become essential to powering omnichannel retail and direct-to-consumer e-commerce applications.
 
In this excellent webinar, we’ll give you an inside look at how DOM drives value and performance, review the highlights of DOM functionalities, and provide the keys to DOM implementation and usage success. All this from two experts who literally wrote the book on DOM, The Little Book of Distributed Order Management.

June 3 (Day 1 of the event)
Panel: An Unlikely, but Perfect Match: Why Making Petrochemical Supply Chains Sustainable is Essential to the Future of our Economy

 

Moderator: MARK S. BAXA, PRESIDENT & CEO FERNIACREEK GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN CONSULTINGCSCMP INTERIM PRESIDENT & CEO

 

Speakers: Chris Jahn - CEO, American Chemistry Council & Brian Anderson - Director of the National Energy Technology Laboratory, U.S. Department of Energy

Wednesday, June 9, 2021 / 11:00 AM CDT
 
Disruptions in global supply chains have significantly increased over the last decade, fueled by a myriad of triggers ranging from trade wars, demand surges, natural disasters, and most recently, the COVID-19 pandemic. As the threat of disruptions increase, companies are pushing to create a more resilient supply chain to ensure business continuity for them and their customers in the most cost-effective manner. Organizations with a resilient supply chain can return to normal, ramp up faster, and anticipate potential bottlenecks; making them better equipped to stay profitable, retain market share, and outpace the competition.
 
Join this webinar to learn the building blocks to an agile supply chain and impact it can have on your organization.

According to the April Logistics Manager's Index^®, the LMI index is 74.5, up from March’s reading of 72.2. This is the highest score for the overall index in the last two years, and the second highest overall score in the history of the index. This is approximately a 50% increase from a year ago, when the April reading came in at 51.3. The rapid rates of growth are driven by high rates of price expansion and record-high inventory costs.

Project:Future / Retail & Fashion Right-sizing Fulfillment
Wednesday, May 19, 1:00 PM EDT / 10:00 AM PDT
 
COVID-19 has resulted in a major recalibration of the supply chain. As retailers transition from tactical to strategic supply chains, they need to focus on a broader set of outcomes. Discover how retail leaders are using innovative fulfillment models to support operationally defined corporate strategies for the 4 E's: