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Welcome to APICS!
As an APICS member, you are now a part of a community that is committed to your success and to preparing you for a brighter future. With more than 50 years of service, APICS brings together professionals from around the globe who are committed to building excellence in operations management. APICS supports more than 33,000 members representing 15,000 companies worldwide in almost every industry with relevant education, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources, and a network of industry experts. Today, operations management professionals play a critical role in helping to manage the bottom line of any organization, and belonging to APICS provides continuing professional education and networking to put you on the right career path.
Joining APICS was the first step in shaping the direction of your future. The next step is to use the benefits of membership to enhance your knowledge and skills. To make the most of your membership experience, become familiar with the benefits highlighted in this guide. Get started by signing on to the APICS web site and contacting your local chapter or International Associate to learn about local educational events and networking opportunities.
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Member Publications
Stay up to date on the latest industry news, trends, and APICS events. APICS magazine APICS Dictionary APICS Operations Management Now APICS Extra APICS e-News APICS Connection
Get Started!
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Member Resources
Use your APICS resources to find work and business solutions. APICS Operations Management Body of Knowledge (OMBOK) Framework APICS Supply Chain Manager Competency Model Online Publication Database APICS Career Center APICS Social Networking APICS Learning Communities APICS Operations Management Employment Outlook APICS Production and Inventory Management (P&IM) Journal
Look for this symbol for ways to get started using your APICS member benefits.
APICS Extra
APICS Extra, an online supplement to APICS magazine, provides members with usable, real-world information on the methodologies and tools that enable world-class operations management. Look for APICS Extra to arrive in your email inbox on the last Wednesday of every month.
APICS Dictionary
The APICS Dictionary is the standard for terms and definitions in the operations and supply chain management field. Request your free copy of the English language dictionary (stock #01102) at apics.org/freedictionary or contact APICS Customer Support at (800) 444-2742 or +1 (773) 867-1777.
Employer
The level of applicants that came to us via the APICS Career Center is incomparably higher than the level of people via traditional channels. We are very satisfied with the caliber of applicants.
Nikita Andreev Borouge Privite Limited
Employers
AstraZeneca BASF Del Monte Foods GE Genentech Johnson & Johnson Microsoft Nestl Newell Rubbermaid Siemens Target Wyeth
Positions
Supply chain manager Materials manager Director of materials Inventory control specialist Operations manager Logistics coordinator Buyer/planner Director of purchasing Procurement specialist Production control supervisor Master scheduler Demand analyst Plant manager Warehouse supervisor
Job Seeker
Through the APICS Career Center, I searched for a company located in the region where I wanted to live and found a company looking for someone with my skills, experience, and qualifications. We matched our needs, and I am back in Texas where I want to be, doing what I like to do.
Matthew Cole, Operations Planner
Go to apicscareercenter.org for your staffing solutions and P to stay apprised of career opportunities. ign up for Notify Me!, a job-alert service, to have new S listings delivered to your email address. onfidentially post your resume for review by prospective C employers.
Aberdeen Research
APICS members have two years of access to the Aberdeen Vault Research Library, which contains current, relevant information on supply chain, manufacturing, information technology, and product research and development. Find out more at apics.org/benefits.
APICS CPIM Pearson VUE Jumpstart ProgramThe E&R Foundation, along with Pearson VUE, awards APICS student members exam vouchers for Basics of Supply Chain Management. Additional Member Savings of $25 (US) on APICS CPIM ExamsAPICS student
members are eligible to save 25 U.S. dollars on each of the five APICS CPIM exams.
Scholars Education ProgramThis program selects students to attend the APICS International
Conference & Expo with expenses fully or partially paid by APICS. Students have the opportunity to attend presentations and meet with featured and educational session speakers, network with conference attendees, and more. Learn about these student member benefits and more at apics.org/membership.
As a member of APICS, I have been able to gain the knowledge and networking necessary to successfully navigate my career. APICS involvement and certification also prove my expertise in operations management. The learning experience has been phenomenal and continues to this dayand Ive made some lifelong friends with people Id have never met otherwise!
Anthony Zampello, CPIM, CIRM, CSCP Zampello and Associates
[ The APICS conference is a part of my continuous training plan with CMC Electronics, so I keep on top [
of modern techniques and up to date on many subjects related to resource planning. The conference is a tremendous source of information. We have implemented many improvements related to production and inventory management at CMC. The international conference gives us a broader view of everything that is going on around the world.
Henri-Paul G. Beaudoin, CPIM, CSCP Manager, Master Planning & Operations System CMC Electronics
Quebec, Canada
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Update your profile Renew your membership Order a publication R egister for educational events.
According to 2009 Purchasing.com survey, APICS CPIM designees earned 9 percent more than the average salary of non-certified purchasing professionals. According to the Operations Management Employment Outlook, APICS CSCP designees earn, on average, 17 percent more than non-certified supply chain professionals.
APICS CPIM
The APICS CPIM program takes an in-depth look at the production and inventory activities within the internal operations of a company.
APICS CSCP
The APICS CSCP program covers the full scope of managing the components of global supply chains. It provides a thorough understanding of the supply chain so employees can identify opportunities for improvement within their company.
Benefits of the APICS CSCP Program Benefits of the APICS CPIM Program D evelop skills to create consistency and foster Increase functional knowledge of production collaboration through best practices, common and inventory management terminology, and corporate-wide communication. Improve efficiency of an organizations Y ou will have an understanding of how to use entersupply chain prise resources planning (ERP) systems and other Streamline operations through accurate forecasting technologies to improve the entire supply chain proMaximize return on investment on systems and cess. The APICS CSCP program can help corporations technologies maximize their ERP investment by millions of dollars. Enhance your credibility among peers, employers, A chieve greater confidence and peer and industry recognition. and customers APICS CPIM designees are typically involved in Production and inventory management Operations Supply chain management Procurement Materials management Forecasting and planning Finance and cost accounting Manufacturing information systems. APICS CSCP designees are typically involved in D esign and implementation of supply chain strategies S upplier and customer relations, international trade, and physical logistics I nformation technology to enable the supply chain C onsulting or teaching supply chain functions E RP systems.
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The APICS CSCP has provided me the deep understanding of supply chain and helped me identify opportunities for improvement within my company. Such initiatives are critical for companies to emerge successfully from the current economic recession.
John Jacob, CSCP, PMP Senior Business Analyst IT Avery Dennison
F ind out if the APICS CSCP is right for your career. View the APICS CSCP Learning System free demo at apics.org/cscp. Visit apics.org/cscpgettingstarted to download your CSCP Get Started Toolkit.
As an APICS member, you can save an average of 25 percent on certification review courses and testing fees.
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Employment Outlook
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APICS Online Events provide convenient educational opportunities for members on current, relevant operations management topicsno travel is required. Members save up to 30 percent on registration. A selection of APICS Webinars is available on demand P and free of charge to members at apics.org/webinars.
APICS Webinars
APICS Webinars are convenient, bite-sized education from the professions top educators. Offered live and on demand, APICS Webinars help the operations management field stay up to date on the latest trends and best practices.
Vendor Webcasts
Find out about products and services from the companies that provide them. APICS Vendor Webcasts are complimentary for everyone. View the APICS Vendor Webcasts at apics.org/resources/vendorwebcast.
On-Site Training
Worldwide APICS on-site training is the solution for groups interested in earning certifications. APICS on-site training is delivered at the time and location that is most convenient for your organization and can be customized to cover industryspecific terminology, concepts, and case studies. For more information, visit apics.org/education.
APICS members
save up to 30 percent on APICS events and conferences.
The APICS Global Sourcing Workshop Series and the APICS Lean Enterprise Workshop Series provide the tools you need to reduce lead times and exceed your customers expectations. To find a class near you, visit apics.org/global or apics.org/lean.
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Volunteering in my local chapter gave me the opportunity early in my career to learn skills I would not have in my regular work. I found myself working with others to develop strategic plans, budgets, and project plans. Many of the skills learned enabled me to better perform my regular job duties, which helped advance my career.
Eric D. Somers, CPIM, CIRM, CSCP President Somers Training & Consulting Services Inc. Ontario, Canada
refer to your membership card or use the Chapter Locator in the Membership section at apics.org/membership. For members outside of North America, contact your local IA or AEP for more information. You can find International Associates by visiting apics.org/international or by email at international@apics.org.
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About APICS
APICS The Association for Operations Management is the global leader and premier source of the body of knowledge in operations management, including production, inventory, supply chain, materials management, purchasing, and logistics. Since 1957, individuals and companies have relied on APICS for its superior training, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources, and worldwide network of accomplished industry professionals.
APICS Mission
APICS builds knowledge and skills in operations management professionals to enhance and validate abilities and accelerate careers. We help our members and their organizations successfully compete and build a stronger global economy.
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