About Us
ASCM is the association for supply chain management and the leading provider of research, education and certification programs that elevate supply chain excellence, innovation and resilience.
The APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM); APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP); APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD); and APICS Supply Chain Operations Reference-Professional (SCOR-P) designations set the industry standard. With more than 45,000 members and approximately 300 channel partners, ASCM is transforming the way people do business, drive growth and reach global customers..
CPIM
The recognized standard of professional competence in planning and inventory management, companies rely on Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) designees to plan, schedule, and control production, and to manage inventories, while maximizing ROI and improving customer metrics such as On-Time-Delivery.
CSCP
The APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) program is the first and only supply chain certification that encompasses the end-to-end global supply chain. From suppliers to the end customer, CSCP covers globalization, IT enablement and both supplier and customer relations, while providing individuals with common standards to address today’s supply chain challenges.
CLTD
The Certified in Logistics, Transportation, and Distribution (CLTD) program designation covers a comprehensive body of knowledge that sets the global standard for best practices in logistics, transportation and distribution. CLTD designees demonstrate in-depth knowledge of a broad range of supply chain logistics topics that sets them apart from other Logistics and Transportation Professionals.
ON-SITE COURSES
ASCM Grand Rapids provides "On-Site" tailored APICS education classes and workshops for companies seeking to provide their employees with uniform education that achieves the benefits of increased productivity and an improved competitive position in the global marketplace. On-site classes are offered in a variety of formats that are designed to maximize your employee training benefits.
ASCM is an unbiased partner, connecting companies around the world with industry experts, frameworks and global standards to transform supply chains.