SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGMENT

FINAL PROJECT REPORT

SUPPLY CHAIN PROFESSIONAL BODIES

Table of Contents
Executive Summary:...................................................................................................................................... 2 CIPS- Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply: ....................................................................................... 4 Introduction: ............................................................................................................................................. 4 CIPS Certification:...................................................................................................................................... 5 Corporate Award: ..................................................................................................................................... 6 The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals ............................................................................. 9 Introduction: ............................................................................................................................................. 9 Academic Awards.................................................................................................................................... 11 CSCMP Certification: ............................................................................................................................... 12 Education and Training Programs by CSCMP:......................................................................................... 13 MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) ............................................................................................ 15 Introduction: ........................................................................................................................................... 15 Educational programs ............................................................................................................................. 15 The Logistics Society ................................................................................................................................... 18 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 18 Training and Academic Programs ........................................................................................................... 21 ISCEA (The International Supply Chain Education Alliance) ....................................................................... 22 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 22 Workshops and Certification .................................................................................................................. 22 Technology .............................................................................................................................................. 25 Recognition ............................................................................................................................................. 26 Supply Chain Council ................................................................................................................................... 28 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 28 SOCR ........................................................................................................................................................ 29 Training ................................................................................................................................................... 35 Certification............................................................................................................................................. 35 Supply Chain Excellence Awards ............................................................................................................. 37 Conclusion ................................................................................................................................................... 38 References .................................................................................................................................................. 39

Executive Summary:
Supply chain is a subject that is gaining world wide importance day by day. It is one of the key areas that contribute to the success of any organization. Therefore, numerous supply chain bodies are active all around the world that has been operating on both the local and international levels. In this project it has been assigned to explore some of the important supply chain bodies. We have taken six important supply chain bodies including Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS), The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) Center for transportation and Logistics, The Logistics and Supply Chain Management Society (L&SCMS) and Supply Chain Council (SCC). CIPS exists to promote and develop high standards of professional skill, ability and integrity among all those engaged in purchasing and supply chain management. CIPS assists individuals, organizations and the profession as a whole. CIPS helps all kinds of organizations achieve allround excellence in procurement and supply management. The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) is the leading worldwide professional association dedicated to education, research, and the advancement of the supply chain management profession. It exists to provide opportunities for supply chain professionals to communicate in order to develop and improve their supply chain management skills, it identifies and conducts research which adds to the knowledge base of supply chain theory and practice and also it creates awareness of the significance of supply chain to business and to the economy. For more than two decades, the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics has been a world leader in supply chain management education and research. CTL has made significant contributions to supply chain logistics and has helped numerous companies gain competitive advantage from its cutting-edge research. The MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics is a dynamic solutions-oriented environment where students, faculty, and industry leaders pool their knowledge and experience to advance supply chain education and research. The logistics and supply chain management society is the regional professional body for logistics practitioners. It is the pioneer in providing visionary direction and leadership in the industry. Practically all areas of the Logistics spectrum are represented in the Society. Shippers, Freight Forwarders, Academics, Students, and Carriers, Personal Effects Movers and other individuals and organizations form our core. With an emphasis on commercial experience and expertise we are the lead platform for the development of Logistics in the region and work with our members, government, organizations and professionals in raising the profile and expertise through a range of activities.
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ISCEA, The International Supply Chain Education Alliance, conducts many workshops to improve the knowledge of Manufacturing and Service industry professionals worldwide. ISCEAs mission is to be a single source for Total Supply Chain Knowledge through Education, Certification, and Recognition. ISCEA is the developer of internationally recognized certification programs of Certified Supply Chain Manager (CSCM), Certified Supply Chain Analyst (CSCA), Certified Lean Master (CLM), and Certified RFID Master (RFIDSCM). ISCEA help Organizations worldwide with software & technology selection and implementation. ISCEA assists in defining enterprise architecture, selecting software, project management, employee skill assessment, employee training, and continued fine tuning of the process. ISCEA is the governing body for the Ptak Prize. ISCEA members hold mid to upper supply chain management positions in Global 2000 companies. Supply Chain Council (SCC) is a global nonprofit organization whose methodology, diagnostic, and benchmarking tools help nearly a thousand organizations make dramatic and rapid improvements in supply chain processes. Its membership is open to all companies and organizations interested in applying and advancing the state-of-the-art in supply chain management systems and practices. Out of these four major bodies of supply chain, Supply Chain Council can be attributed as the best as it has the major contribution to this industry because of the introduction of SCOR model. Also it is the one providing certifications, training, education and supply chain excellence awards above all.

CIPS- Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply:

Introduction: CIPS exists to promote and develop high standards of professional skill, ability and integrity among all those engaged in purchasing and supply chain management. CIPS assists individuals, organizations and the profession as a whole. CIPS helps all kinds of organizations achieve allround excellence in procurement and supply management. CIPS membership brings a range of benefits designed to support your professional development, helping you and your organization achieve all-round excellence in procurement and supply. By becoming a member, youll receive expert guidance to help you: Do your job Achieve the qualifications you need Build your professional network and stay connected CIPS membership will greatly enhance your employment prospects and career development opportunities. As a CIPS member, you can: Benefit from our internationally-recognised qualifications Gain a competitive edge in the job market. Around 50% of job vacancies advertised by Supply Management specify CIPS qualifications Enhance your income potential over the course of your career. According to research, MCIPS-qualified professionals can expect to earn up to 5,000 more a year than nonCIPS members (CIPS Croner Reward Survey, 2011.) As a member, youll have access to a range of authoritative professional resources. For example, you can take advantage of: CIPS Intelligence about procurement and supply techniques and issues Online Continuing Professional Development scheme to keep your knowledge and skills up-to-date Professional news, daily email alerts and RSS feeds through Supply Management website Youll also be able to build connections with like-minded procurement professionals through dynamic networking opportunities. These include: A wide range of training courses, seminars and conferences CIPS branch events Online procurement communities Special interest groups

CIPS offers benefits and expert guidance to help you achieve maximum effectiveness in your everyday work. For example, we provide: Discounts on study packs and access to relevant business texts to support your professional studies and development A CIPS helpline for legal advice thats accurate, authoritative and free of charge Discounts on training events, workshops and conferences designed to sharpen your competitive edge Access to 1,000 business lounges and offices when youre on the move Products and Services: At CIPS, we offer a range of business solutions to help you achieve all-round excellence in your procurement processes, policies and procedures. These include certification schemes, management toolkits, corporate awards, sustainable procurement reviews , and more. Through these solutions, we equip you with the knowledge; training and practical skills you need to derive maximum benefit from your procurement practices. We also tailor our offer to your organizational requirements, which means were focused on understanding your business and helping you achieve optimum results. CIPS Certification: High performing organizations need procurement and supply management that is supported by great processes, procedures and policies. CIPS Certification has been designed to help improve your organizations procurement processes in order to reduce costs and impact your organizations bottom line. CIPS Certification is a globally recognized accreditation for organizations that achieve excellence in purchasing and supply management. Following a comprehensive and systematic review of how your organisation operates, we provide you with recommendations to help your organisation improve procurement processes, policies and procedures. These focus on helping your organisation become more competitive and operate best in class professional purchasing and supply practices. CIPS Certification Benefits: Demonstrates your organizations sound procurement policies, processes and procedures as verified and monitored by an independent body Creates opportunities for continuous improvement, identified through regular performance audits Ensures your organization is able to deliver value for money Highlights opportunities for creating efficiencies and better ways of working

Increases reputation and credibility within the marketplace with suppliers, stakeholders and competitors Creates a positive effect on staff and their morale, they know that they are working within and to a professional standard Demonstrates a robust ethical position Exceptional organizations achieve CIPS Certification Gold. It is the highest standard of excellence for the purchasing and supply chain function. The programme rigorously assesses purchasing and supply management as a significant contributor to your organizations competitive advantage, effectiveness and efficiency. Organisations that have achieved CIPS Certification Gold: ASDA (Wal*Mart), Computer Sciences Corporation (Northern Region), BBC, Honeywell (Novar), Essex County Council, QinetiQ, Buying Team, Zurich Financial Services, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, National Air Traffic Services (NATS), DEFRA, Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation, Communisis.

Corporate Award: At CIPS, were committed to helping you get the best out of your procurement staff and practices. One of the ways we do this is through our Corporate Award Programme (CAP). The Corporate Award is a tailored, accredited and applied training program designed to develop professional procurement expertise. Through this program, we ensure that your employees knowledge and skills are up-to-date and having a tangible impact in the workplace. Weve also designed the Award in such a way that it delivers a demonstrable return on investment (ROI) and measurable cost benefits. Tailored learning for organizational excellence: We recognize that every organization is different, and we tailor each Corporate Award program to meet individual needs. Through this tailored approach, we ensure that specific organizational issues, rather than abstract theoretical problems, are tackled head-on. Through the Corporate Award program, we can help you: achieve tangible ROI from projects bring about changes in workplace performance, attitude and behaviour achieve recognition for professionalism among suppliers and other buyers unlock staff potential, develop internal expertise and increase talent management opportunities MCIPS status recognized globally This program works by: Skills gap analysis for all participants
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 Interactive workshops Practical assignments Live business project Multi channel delivery of learning Global standard of accredited training Tailor made for both the organization and individuals Organisations that have benefited from the CIPS Corporate Award include Marks & Spencer, Shell UK, Government Department for Work & Pensions, BP Angola, Royal Mail (UK), Coca-Cola Hellenic, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) (UK), Sellafield Ltd, Perkins, QinetiQ, Qatar Foundation, AstraZenica, Qantas and Kazakstan Petroleum Oil. Sustainable Procurement Review: The CIPS Sustainable Procurement Review will help your organisation eliminate waste, become more energy efficient and save money. It can also help to enhance your organisations image and act as a motivator for both staff and suppliers. Your organisation will be audited by one of our dedicated and qualified sustainability auditors. During the audit and after you will have access to an online self-assessment tool to guide you through all the stages of the Review and help you to keep track of your results. Any best practice areas of your organisation will be celebrated by CIPS Sustainable Procurement Awards. Passing the review will result in a gold, solver or bronze award (globally recognised sustainability awards from the worlds leading procurement institute). Features and benefits: support from a dedicated qualified sustainability auditor true performance benchmarking awards for your organizations achievement, which can be used to promote the organization demonstration of best practice, giving your organization a competitive edge sustainable products and services to enhance your organizations reputation improved procurement efficiencies and reduced wastage costs meets UK and Europe legislation and aspirations on sustainability

Corporate Academy: The CIPS Corporate Academy provides tailored professional procurement training and education solutions.

We work closely with you to understand your organisations procurement and supply chain challenges. We assess your procurement professionals in their roles and then create highly relevant and individual, competency-based training programmes. These are designed to strengthen your peoples skills and knowledge in order to quickly increase their capability and confidence to manage costs, identify efficiencies, modernise processes and effectively control stock. Well also get the most out of your high performers by increasing your procurement and supply chain capacity, without increasing headcount. The Academy combines inspiring award-winning e-learning modules with hundreds of skills training courses, live webinars and tutorials, both in person and online, with experts in your industry. It also provides access to an online library with thousands of

relevant articles and business research tools that are regularly updated. The Academy delivers recognised global qualifications that will help you attract and retain high performers, create a culture of continuous improvement, give you better leverage in your supply chain and improve workplace performance. Organizations they have helped include: Shell Rio Tinto Transnet Eskom UNOPS Kraft Unilever Jaguar Land Rover Citi GKN Total BAE systems BP

Global Branches: Across the UK we have approximately 45 local branches; we also have 11 international branches and an Australian office in Melbourne. When you join CIPS you will automatically allocated a branch.

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP)

Introduction: The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) is the leading worldwide professional association dedicated to education, research, and the advancement of the supply chain management profession. It exists to provide opportunities for supply chain professionals to communicate in order to develop and improve their supply chain management skills, it identifies and conducts research which adds to the knowledge base of supply chain theory and practice and also it creates awareness of the significance of supply chain to business and to the economy. As a professional not-for-profit organization, the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals holds these values: Operates with the highest standards of integrity and ethics. Committed to the individual professional development of our members. An inclusive organization, open to all who wish to enhance their supply chain management knowledge. Endeavors to be the supply chain management thought leaders by encouraging, promoting, and disseminating leading edge products and services. Endeavors to offer products and services of the highest quality. Objectives: Provides leadership in developing, defining, understanding, and enhancing the logistics and supply chain management profession. o Retain and Recruit Members o Be a source of high quality information Enhances member value through education, networking, research, communication, and other services o Support global roundtables o Provide and promote high quality education to help our members and improve the profession o Provide and promote high quality education and member networking opportunities through an annual educational conference o Provide and promote high quality research to help our members and improve the profession o Communicate effectively with all constituents Operates with sound business practices. o Be a flexible and responsive professional association o Provide necessary infrastructure to support the associations vision, mission and goals o Utilize sound financial practices

CSCMP Supply Chain Management Definitions The supply chain management (SCM) profession has continued to change and evolve to fit the needs of the growing global supply chain. With the supply chain covering a broad range of disciplines, the definition of what is a supply chain can be unclear. Often times SCM can be confused with the term logistics management. CSCMP and the board of directors, comprised of industry experts, created official definitions for the following terms. CSCMPs Definition of Supply Chain Management: Supply chain management encompasses the planning and management of all activities involved in sourcing and procurement, conversion, and all logistics management activities. Importantly, it also includes coordination and collaboration with channel partners, which can be suppliers, intermediaries, third party service providers, and customers. In essence, supply chain management integrates supply and demand management within and across companies. Supply Chain Management Boundaries and Relationships: Supply chain management is an integrating function with primary responsibility for linking major business functions and business processes within and across companies into a cohesive and high-performing business model. It includes all of the logistics management activities noted above, as well as manufacturing operations, and it drives coordination of processes and activities with and across marketing, sales, product design, finance, and information technology. CSCMPs Definition of Logistics Management: Logistics management is that part of supply chain management that plans, implements, and controls the efficient, effective forward and reverses flow and storage of goods, services and related information between the point of origin and the point of consumption in order to meet customers' requirements. Logistics Management Boundaries and Relationships: Logistics management activities typically include inbound and outbound transportation management, fleet management, warehousing, materials handling, order fulfillment, logistics network design, inventory management, supply/demand planning, and management of third party logistics services providers. To varying degrees, the logistics function also includes sourcing and procurement, production planning and scheduling, packaging and assembly, and customer service. It is involved in all levels of planning and execution--strategic, operational and tactical. Logistics management is an integrating function, which coordinates and optimizes all logistics activities, as well as integrates logistics activities with other functions including marketing, sales manufacturing, finance, and information technology.

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Academic Awards Doctoral Dissertation Award The Doctoral Dissertation Award (DDA) is for doctoral students who demonstrate significant originality and technical competence in any supply chain function. The DDA is open to all who will have completed their doctoral work in a field related to functions within the supply chain. The Doctoral Dissertation Award winner is presented a check for $5,000 at CSCMPs Annual Global Conference. In addition, a complimentary conference registration will be extended to the award recipient, as well as travel and hotel expenses. E. Grosvenor Plowman Award From among those papers accepted for presentation at SCMEC, the best research is selected by the Editorial Review Panel to be awarded the distinguished E. Grosvenor Plowman Award. The Plowman Award is given in honor of E. Grosvenor Plowman, a lifetime supporter of both CSCMP and the logistics profession. Since its inception over thirty years ago, the award has been offered annually. Bernard J. La Londe Best Paper Award The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals has created the Bernard J. La Londe Best Paper Award, towards the most valuable paper presented in the Journal of Business Logistics. The Bernard J. La Londe Best Paper Award is presented to the winner at CSCMPs Annual Global Conference. To be considered eligible for this prestigious award, your paper must be published in the Journal of Business Logistics (JBL). The JBL provides a forum for the dissemination of original thoughts, research, and best practices within the logistics and supply chain arenas. Supply Chain Innovation Award (Be recognized for your outstanding supply chain innovations!) CSCMP's Research Strategies Committee (RSC) and Supply Chain Brain established the Supply Chain Innovation Award to recognize the best and most innovative solutions and ideas in the supply chain profession. Finalists and winners receive recognition as a case study listing on cscmp.org. In addition, winners are also recognized at the CSCMP Annual Global Conference closing session.
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CSCMP and Supply Chain Brain launched this award in 2005 to highlight and recognize the top players in the supply chain industry when it comes to innovative programs, projects, and collaboration. CSCMP Certification: CSCMP provides SC Pro certification. SCPro is a three-level certification that offers global supply chain management professionals a way to demonstrate a broad range of industry skills and mastery of end-to-end supply chain functions. SCPro certification will underscore your commitment to the supply chain management profession and demonstrate to your employer that you are the kind of leader who will positively impact your organizations bottom line. As the economy rebounds, the demand for experienced supply chain leaders with professional certifications is growing dramatically. When you complete the three-level SCPro certification, you prove to your current employer and the entire supply chain industry that you have comprehensive knowledge and have implemented measurable efficiencies, and can offer masterful analysis of real world business issues. When youre SCPro certified, youre more marketable. SCPro certification is a rigorous, three-level certification process which validates your ability to strategically assess business challenges and effectively implement supply chain improvements. Only SCPro requires you to analyze real world case studies and develop a comprehensive project plan to achieve true results like ROI. CSCMP Recognition Program: CSCMPs Supply Chain Professional (SCP) is an industry-level designation developed to help your company promote internal growth and build competitive skills among driven professionals. How the Program Works Determine: Acknowledge the need for the designation and contact CSCMP to document your companys interest in the program. Establish: Company works to establish an internal Professional Career Path/Recognition Program for its staff following the CSCMP process and standards. Review: CSCMP SCP Advisory Committee will review the companys internal program working together until the program meets CSCMP expectations. Implement: Company then implements the CSCMP-accepted program, conducting its own selection process of qualified employees. Select: Company submits selected employees to CSCMP for recognition.
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Recognize: Selected individuals are rewarded with a certificate, recognized at the Annual Global Conference, and invited to join the SCP community of practice. The Benefits Not only attracts top talent, but retains them Warrants employee dedication and high production levels Strategically drives individuals to explore and achieve excellence in other areas of supply chain Provides opportunity and the ability to grow from within the company Education and Training Programs by CSCMP: Supply Chain Management Educators' Conference (SCMEC): CSCMPs Supply Chain Management Educators' Conference (SCMEC) provides academics and students a forum to hear the latest in supply chain management research. This conference is open to all academics and annual conference attendees and offers informative and interactive sessions while providing an excellent venue for networking with colleagues from around the globe. CSCMP Annual Global Conference: CSCMP holds a global conference annually to contribute to the field of Supply Chain Management and add new dimensions to it. Supply Chain Management Workshops: In todays corporate environment, you need access to exclusive information on supply chain developments and best practices to give you an edge over the competition. When you attend a CSCMP works hop, youll get valuable information, insights, and market research that you wont find anywhere else. Global organizations such as Dell, Coca-Cola, The Home Depot, UPS, Boeing, and Cisco Systems, Inc. have all invested in their supply chains by sending their teams to CSCMP workshops. The learning youll receive and connections you make will position you and your company for successtoday and in the future. CSCMP On-Site Education o World-Class Education from World-Class Faculty at Your Doorstep: Globalization, the digital information age, and todays unpredictable economy have caused organizations to look to their supply chains for reduced costs, profit and margin contribution, and better use of capital. As a result of these and other demands, professional education of supply chain management talent has become a critical need and focus by companies wanting to maximize employee performance. This need creates the dual dilemma of improving employee talent while optimizing everyday performance. For companies facing this challenge, CSCMP On-Site Education is a cost-efficient and timely solution. o World-Class Faculty: CSCMPs leadership role has been in providing unbiased and neutral professional education to individuals and corporations for over 40 years. This expertise is supported by the ability to provide world-class instructors from the ranks of our over 9,000 global members and from longstanding relationships with leading practitioners and the education community. o Your Facility: CSCMP global resources allow us to provide educational workshops and seminars at any company location or facility anywhere in the world. This can
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significantly reduce or eliminate travel time and costs, create an efficient inhouse educational experience, and enhance team building while staff learns together. o One Companys Success with CSCMP On-Site Education: CIBER (NYSE: CBR), a leading international system integration consultancy and outsourcing provider with revenues of $1.2 billion US saw an opportunity to expand its consulting opportunities in supply chain management by advancing the supply chain knowledge of its consultants, account executives and management team. o Getting Started: Curriculums can be created for any type of organization, function, location, market or industry including manufacturing, retail, wholesale, third party, or public sector. Organizations have the option to choose an established CSCMP on-site workshop or develop a program that meets individual enterprise business needs. Well start with a discussion of your objectives. Education levels range from introductory to intermediate and advanced.

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MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) Center for transportation and Logistics

Introduction: For more than two decades, the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics has been a world leader in supply chain management education and research. CTL has made significant contributions to supply chain logistics and has helped numerous companies gain competitive advantage from its cutting-edge research. The MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics is a dynamic solutions-oriented environment where students, faculty, and industry leaders pool their knowledge and experience to advance supply chain education and research. U.S. News & World Report continually ranks MIT #1 in logistics and supply chain management education. This preeminence is the result of landmark educational programs that give students and industry leaders a platform for exploration and innovationand an opportunity to move frontier advances into best practices. What they accomplish Launched in 1973, CTL has changed the way the world works by innovating essential industries and services through supply chain management. Strategically positioned at the crossroads of technology and business, CTL enables researchers to:

Transform the way urban planners and officials think about transportation systems Set the foundation for current global practice in airline scheduling and flight operations Develop more carbon-efficient supply chains to help organizations reduce their environmental footprint

Educational programs: Their internationally recognized educational programs are key vehicles for moving leading-edge research beyond MITs laboratories to the global marketplace. CTL delivers late -breaking knowledge to industry professionals who need high-functioning supply chains to compete in todays increasingly complex marketplace. The Centers master and doctoral programs are consistently ranked the best in the country:

The Master of Engineering in Logistics Program integrates analytical and leadership skills with real-world problem solving The MIT-Zaragoza Master of Engineering in Logistics (ZLOG) Program is rooted in industry at Europes pioneering logistics park Strategic executive education experiences are modified for the challenges facing organizationsand the wider worldin the 21st century
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What people learn All CTL studentsfrom the masters degree candidate to the seasoned executivedevelop powerful problem-solving frameworks. They learn what it takes for an organization to be flexible in a volatile global marketplace. They work closely with partner companies in diverse industries to devise solutions to pivotal real-world challenges. And they collaborate in the international arena, understanding how to calculate the cultural aspects of every challenge.

Partnering with CTL: In a volatile global marketplace, the largest and most influential organizations must depend on the strength of their supply chain strategies. At the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics, these organizations can rely on the latest supply chain research that emerges from the intersecting front lines of technology and business. Companies can work with CTL who are:

Preparing to implement crucial change Evaluating supply chains in transition Priming to take their supply chains to a higher level of efficiency Employing supply chain innovations to achieve corporate goals

How organizations work with CTL CTL has developed a healthy, flexible corporate outreach program called the Supply Chain Exchange (SCE) that offers four levels of engagement so that all organizations have an opportunity to participate - and to choose the program that best matches their needs.

Exchange Partners: SCE facilitates a productive relationship between Exchange Partners and MIT. Through various forums, including online message boards, partner symposia, and our Executive Education course, Exchange Partners use CTL as a common meeting ground where they share information, experiences, perspectives, and opinions in a collaborative and collegial setting. Thesis Partners: Sponsoring companies are paired with students from the MIT Supply Chain Management Program to work on innovative and challenging supply chain research projects.

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Research Partners: Organizations that want to probe deeply into specific supply chain challenges participate in the Research Partner program. Research Partners may join one or more research groups to collaborate with CTL and industry partners on trailblazing research. Strategic Partners: Strategic Partners enjoy the highest level of interaction and collaboration with CTL faculty, researchers, and students, and have the most access to other industry leaders. Participants in the Strategic Partner program sit on CTLs executive board to help guide the Center into the future.

List of some partners 1. BNSF Railway 2. Cardinal Health, Inc. 3. Caterpillar Logistics Services, Inc. 4. C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. 5. Chick-fil-A 6. Chiquita Fresh North America 7. Coca-Cola Company 8. Coyote Logistics 9. CSX Transportation 10. Damco 11. DHL 12. Dow AgroSciences LLC 13. General Mills, Inc. 14. General Motors 15. GlaxoSmithKline 16. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. 17. GSI Commerce 18. Intel Corporation 19. Johnson & Johnson Supply Chain 20. Limited Brands, Inc. 21. Shell 22. The Siam Cement Public Company Limited 23. Solutia Inc. 24. Staples 25. TE Connect 26. TJX 27. UPS

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The Logistics Society

Introduction: The logistics and supply chain management society is the regional professional body for logistics practitioners. It is the pioneer in providing visionary direction and leadership in the industry. Practically all areas of the Logistics spectrum are represented in the Society. Shippers, Freight Forwarders, Academics, Students, and Carriers, Personal Effects Movers and other individuals and organizations form our core. With an emphasis on commercial experience and expertise we are the lead platform for the development of Logistics in the region and work with our members, government, organizations and professionals in raising the profile and expertise through a range of activities. Like most professional bodies, the Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society emphasizes a commitment to ongoing education and encourages performance consistent with a generally agreed body of knowledge or standards. Members of our Society are recognized as members of a professional body through the work we continue to perform. The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society believes that it is only through strong collaboration with industry; academia and government that we can hope to achieve the objectives of our stakeholders. We continue to pursue regional and global partnerships with organizations that will result in the exchange of modern practical knowledge and academic research. From our formation, the Society has grown from strength to strength and is the pioneer in providing visionary direction and leadership in the industry. We have been working with our professional institution partners to offer or support Diploma and Advanced Diploma courses in more than 13 countries as far afield as Germany, Africa, Egypt, India and Papua New Guinea. The Society built and ran Asias first purpose built, dedicated Warehouse School that conducted nationally accredited skills training and our members sit on validation and

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professional committees that help shape the academic, professional and vocational standards of our profession. We regularly speak, endorse or publish at numerous Logistics & Supply Chain events or publications every year. In Singapore, we offered the only UK University program in Supply Chain Management at Masters level and in recognition of our pioneering work in this field we have twice been nominated as the Best Logistics Education Provider in Asia at the AFSCA awards and won the Education Award in 2008 from SCA. The L&SCMS has the proven history, framework, value for money and strategic reach to make it the right choice for you. Value for Money: L&SCMSs low Membership fee provides our members with benefits such as: The ability to network with industry colleagues, prospective customers and suppliers at events conducted throughout the year The opportunity to be ahead of the game in market intelligence and research Recognition as a Supply Chain and Logistics industry professional and practitioner Subscription to multiple industry magazines that are given to members without costs Funded or subsidised Training and Education opportunities from Certificate to Masters level

Strategic Reach: Through its reach, and in support of our Members aspirations, L&SCMS is engaged in a number of strategic programs designed to enhance the profession, the industry and the competitive advantage of Supply Chain professionals. L&SCMS is represented at a number of government bodies as an NGO and plays a pivotal role in the establishment of Supply Chain standards. Our engagement with many other industry and government bodies is indicative, among many other initiatives, of the reach and strategic focus of the L&SCMS. Framework: Though our professional framework of professional development that is constantly evolving, we were the first body in the region to introduce a professional certification programme that
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recognises suitably experienced professionals as Certified Logistics Professionals and Certified Logistics Engineers. Objectives: The Society was formed by Logistics professionals with the following objectives : To promote professional development of Logistics and Supply Chain Management; To serve as a resource centre for its members and parties interested in Logistics and Supply Chain Management; To serve as a resource centre and focal point that demonstrably reinforces Singapore as a regional Logistics and trans-shipment hub; and To advance, study and disseminate techniques and applications on Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

CLP: It is with this understanding that the Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society launched the CLP and CLE programme in 2000, making us the first industry body in the region to do so. With the emphasis on collaboration in our industry, we invite other industry bodies, associations, groups and societies to work with us in making the CLP the benchmark of excellence for measuring capability and proficiency within the profession of Logistics and Supply Chain Management. The re-launch of the CLP is an opportune time for us to work together and we encourage equal and active involvement. As a professional certification, the CLP enables employees in the logistics industry to develop their capability more effectively, and in doing so assist in defining the logistics profession. The emphasis on continual improvement of knowledge and skills is timely for an industry that requires skilled personnel to reflect and underpin its importance to our global economy. How to become a CLP: To qualify as a CLP candidate, an applicant must have relevant working experience, qualifications and an active participation in the Logistics Profession. The CLP calculator below provides a general guide to your own relevant certification criteria. You will need at least 400 points before being considered for certification by the Logistics & Supply Chain Certification Council.

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CLP Calculator: When your certification criteria reaches the minimum 400 points in the calculator below, you will be able to click on the Continue button and be able to submit your application for certification. The Logistics & Supply Chain Certification Council is comprised of industry representatives, academics and practitioners who will assess submissions and your actual points as assessed may differ from the calculators score. Making an application consists of four steps. Step One: General Information Step Two: Organizations Full Profile Step Three: Organizations Criteria and supporting documentation Step Four: Submission and payment The Logistics & Supply Chain Certification Council meets quarterly to assess applications. To assist the assessment of your application it is highly recommended that you submit supporting evidence that is relevant to the logistics profession. For example if you have a qualification in supply chain studies, the transcript should accompany your application. Training and Academic Programs: The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society does not base its training entirely on the academic aspect. We engage proven professionals who work in industry and have an impressive Advisory Board of seasoned professionals to guide us. We believe our training programs, and the programs we recommend, are designed with a focus on practical outcomes to ensure its relevancy to the market place as they are designed and created by industry professionals with the experience and training necessary to achieve this. The following is a summary of the education programs currently endorsed by the LSCMS. Corporate Training Diplomas Degrees

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ISCEA (The International Supply Chain Education Alliance)

Introduction: ISCEA, The International Supply Chain Education Alliance, conducts many workshops to improve the knowledge of Manufacturing and Service industry professionals worldwide. ISCEAs mission is to be a single source for Total Supply Chain Knowledge through Education, Certification, and Recognition. ISCEA is the developer of internationally recognized certification programs of Certified Supply Chain Manager (CSCM), Certified Supply Chain Analyst (CSCA), Certified Lean Master (CLM), and Certified RFID Master (RFIDSCM). ISCEA help Organizations worldwide with software & technology selection and implementation. ISCEA assists in defining enterprise architecture, selecting software, project management, employee skill assessment, employee training, and continued fine tuning of the process. ISCEA is the governing body for the Ptak Prize. ISCEA members hold mid to upper supply chain management positions in Global 2000 companies. What ISCEA is doing? ISCEA is currently providing a number of services in the field of supply chain management that ranges from providing supply chain education, certification, to the technological software that are helpful in efficiently managing the supply chain. The areas covered by ISCEA include: Workshops Certifications Technology Recognition IISB

Workshops and Certification: ISCEA is conducting a number of workshops in order to educate individuals and companies regarding Supply Chain Management and is providing certifications for attending the workshops and passing the examination. ISCEA works with major organization Worldwide to bring ISCEA Programs to their operation across various countries. ISCEA deliver International supply chain knowledge combined with localized supply chain know how for maximum effectiveness. Workshops are conveniently located at the ISCEA member companies and delivered in setups to minimize interruption to operations while training sessions are taking place. In some cases the employees attend 4 hour session in the morning and take care of the work duties in the afternoon. For example, 32 hour standard CSCM program is delivered over 2 weeks (10 days).The certification includes certificates for Certified Supply Chain Manager (CSCM), Certified
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Supply Chain Analyst (CSCA), Certified Lean Master (CLM), and Certified RFID Master (RFIDSCM). Certified Supply Chain Manager (CSCM): Subject Matter Covered in the ISCEA CSCM Exam: Supply Chain Body of Knowledge (80%) Theory of Constraints (10%) Operational Accounting (4%) Lean Six Sigma (4%) Leadership & Team Building (2%)

Certified Supply Chain Analyst (CSCA) Our certification preparation course includes: 20 hours of classroom instruction led by an experienced supply chain management expert. A study guide with all the slides and exercises. 2 hour of classroom review up to 2 hours for the certification exam.

This program is ideal for: Those just getting started in the field of supply chain management. Anyone that comes into contact with customers or suppliers. Anyone that impacts the flow of materials or information. Those that will be part of improvement initiatives such as creating a lean supply chain or implementing an ERP system.

Supply Chain Areas Covered in the CSCA Workshop & Exam: Elements of the Supply Chain Just-in-Time (JIT) Total Quality Management (TQM) Manufacturing Resources Planning (MRP II) Demand Planning Capacity Management. Demand Management Sales and Operations Planning Master Scheduling
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Measuring Business Performance. Recognizing Techniques and Practices of Inventory Management Mechanics of the Detailed Material Planning Process Planning Operations to Support the Priority Plan Planning Procurement and External Sources of Supply Prioritizing and Sequencing Work Executing Plans and Implementing Controls Authorizing and Reporting Activities for Push and Pull Systems Evaluating Performance and Providing Feedback Competitive Market Issues Choices Affecting Facilities, Supply Chain, Information Technology, and Organizational Design Configuring and Integrating Internal Processes Evaluating and Managing Projects

Certified RFID Master (RFIDSCM): RFIDSCM Program certifies that the holder of the Certificate has both the technical and business application disciplines paramount in making an intelligent business decision with regard to RFID applications in supply chain operation. RFIDSCM is the supply chain industry standard for RFID, recommended for these professionals with the following profiles and responsibilities: Supply Chain / Logistics Managers TI / Electronic Commerce Managers Fast Moving Consumer Products Distributors / Manufacturers Healthcare Products Distributors / Manufacturers RFID Project Leaders Technology / Supply Chain Consultants

Certified Lean Masters: Certified Lean Masters are change agents that deliver results in meeting business objectives and contribute significant improvement to an organizations bottom line. They stimulate thinking by challenging conventional wisdom and providing options for the successful application of lean concepts across the supply chain from suppliers to customers and beyond.

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Program Content: A multi-session program with a complete package of education and coaching on the creation of lean supply chains. 3 educational sessions of 3 days each with a 4 week break between sessions for participants to apply the knowledge to their lean initiative. Participants improve one value stream at their organization, create quantifiable improvements, and begin seeing immediate results. A certification exam and the opportunity for participants to earn personal recognition as a Certified Lean Master.

Technology: ISCEA help Organizations worldwide with software & technology selection and implementation. Its dedicated resources can take care of your various system needs. ISCEA as the implementation partner, you can seamlessly integrate ISCEA teaching with day-to-day operations. ISCEA assists in defining enterprise architecture, selecting software, project management, employee skill assessment, employee training, and continued fine tuning of the process. 1. IISB Accredited Technology Solution Providers: With ISCEA as the implementations partner, our member companies will now be able to seamlessly integrate ISCEA teaching with day-to-day operations. We will be with our members throughout the process to assist with defining enterprise architecture, selecting software, project management, employee skill assessment, employee training, and continued fine tuning of the process. 2. ARS: Real Time Location Systems combine the benefits of RFID and GPS. RTLS is used to identify, track, and manage the location of what we refer to as the "4 Ps" in real time. ARS can implement RTLS systems using battery assisted passive, active or passive RFID technology to enable cost effective adoption. ARS also provide advanced location information which may include speed, direction, or spatial orientation. 3. Data craft: Data craft Solutions provides a lean inventory replenishment platform that seamlessly integrates with ERP/MRP systems to allow manufacturers to improve inventory performance on the plant floor and throughout the supply chain. 4. Microsoft Dynamics: Microsoft Dynamics is a line of familiar, adaptable enterprise resource planning (ERP) and customer relationship management (CRM) solutions designed to work like and with familiar Microsoft softwareeasing adoption and reducing the risks in implementing a new solution. These solutions automate and streamline financial, business intelligence, and supply chain processes in a way that can help you drive business success.
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5. Oracle: With Oracle SCM, companies can build and operate world class value-chains for profitable growth. The Oracle E-Business Suite Supply Chain Management (R12) family of applications integrates and automates all key supply chain processes, from design, planning and procurement to manufacturing and fulfillment, providing a complete solution set to enable companies to power information-driven value chains. Companies can anticipate market requirements and risks, adapt and innovate to respond to volatile market conditions, and align operations across global networks. Recognition: The Ptak Prize for Supply Chain Excellence: The Ptak Prize for Supply Chain Excellence is awarded to organizations in recognition of significant improvements made through Vision, Business Rules, and Technology. The Ptak Prize also organized Ptak Prize Case competition for Young Supply Chain Professionals. Ptak Prize case competitions are held on local, regional, and Global basis. The Ptak Prize Global Case Competition brings together students and young professionals from around the world to compete for the chance to win the title of Ptak Prize Global Supply Chain Case Competition winner and cash prizes. Teams attend one of the regional events to compete in Supply Chain Case Competition. The winning team of each regional event gets USD $1,000, vouchers for free ISCEA Certification workshop & exam sessions, and Ptak Prize Scholar Medallions ISCEA International Standards Board (IISB) IISB (ISCEA International Standards Board) is the world leader in developing and publishing the International Supply Chain Standards. IISB works with Public and Private Organizations to set Global Supply Chain Standards. IISB also works with Governments and Trade Organizations on their Supply Chain Readiness Initiatives. IISB is made up with 24 member of Board of Directors led by a Sectary-General and President. IISB delegates are ISCEA management, instructors, and key staff members, ISCEA AKPs (Authorized Knowledge Providers) and selected members of their staff, Ministerial level Representatives of Governments, ISCEA Country Advisory Board Members, and selected group of Global Supply Chain Experts. IISB Bi-Annual Assembly takes place in Geneva, Switzerland

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Other Services provided by ISCEA: 1. ISCEA Rapid Deployment Center "War Room": Companies, organizations, and governments around the World, time-to-time need emergency expert help with Supply Chain Logistic needs. ISCEA can put its global resources to work in any part of the World, at any time. Equipped with state of the art technology and international supply chain logistic know-how, ISCEA Rapid Deployment team members can arrive and setup operations for specific needs just in a few hours of notice. 2. Supply Chain Readiness Initiatives: Organization and Governments can request ISCEA's assistance with Supply Chain Readiness initiatives. ISCEA global resources will be able to formulate a plan to make that happen for organization or country. 3. Outsource your Supply Chain "Help Desk" to ISCEA: ISCEA offer organizations, large and small, help desk solutions for supply chain related subject matter. ISCEA customers can purchase this service up front for a deep discount or pay for the service as needed. Free Trade Magazine Subscriptions & Technical Document Downloads: Browse through ISCEA extensive list of free Transportation & Logistics magazines, white papers, downloads and podcasts to find the titles that best match your skills; topics include distribution, rail and ship transport, supply chain management and automation. Simply complete the application form and submit

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Supply Chain Council

Introduction: Supply Chain Council (SCC) is a global nonprofit organization whose methodology, diagnostic, and benchmarking tools help nearly a thousand organizations make dramatic and rapid improvements in supply chain processes. Its membership is open to all companies and organizations interested in applying and advancing the state-of-the-art in supply chain management systems and practices. Supply Chain Council was organized in 1996 by Pittiglio Rabin Todd & McGrath (PRTM) and AMR Research, and initially included 69 voluntary member companies. The Supply Chain Council now has closer to 1,000 corporate members worldwide and has established international chapters in North America, Europe, Greater China, Japan, Australia/New Zealand, South East Asia, Brazil and Southern Africa. Development of additional chapters in India and South America are underway. Supply Chain Councils membership consists primarily of practioners representing a broad cross section of industries, including manufacturers, services, distributors, and retailors SCC has established the supply chain worlds most widely accepted framework for evaluating and comparing supply chain activities and their performance. The framework the Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) modellets organizations quickly determine and compare the performance of supply chain and related operations within their company or against other organizations. SCC continually advances its tools and educates members about how organizations are capitalizing on those tools. By using its tools, SCC members are able to rapidly overcome the first difficult step in supply chain improvement: determining what processes to improve first and how much to improve them. Members also use SCCs reference models to guide the consolidation of internal supply chains (which results in significant cost reductions from eliminating duplicative assets); create standard processes and common information systems across business units (which generates major cost savings, cycle-time and quality improvements); and create a common scorecard by which customers can measure their performance and by which SCC members can measure suppliers performance (which can lead to major cross-organizational process improvements). To help members maximize the value of SCCs reference models, the organization provides a benchmarking database by which organizations can compare their supply chain performance to others in their industries; training so that managers can master the use of the reference models; and conferences at which supply chain and senior business executives can learn how SCC members have used the organizations services to make dramatic improvements in supply chain and overall financial performance.

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SOCR: What is SOCR? The Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) model is the product of Supply Chain Council (SCC). The SCOR model captures the Councils consensus view of supply chain management. While much of the underlying content of the model has been used by practitioners for many years, the SCOR model provides a unique framework that links business process, metrics, best practices and technology features into a unified structure to support communication among supply chain partners and to improve the effectiveness of supply chain management and related supply chain improvement activities. Member companies pay a modest annual fee to support Council activities. All who use the SCOR model are asked to acknowledge SCC in all documents describing or depicting the SCOR model and its use. How does SOCR help? SCOR helps manage a common set of business problems through a standardized language, standardized metrics, and common business practices which accelerate business change and improve performance. Organizations which use SCOR enjoy consistent annual bottom-line improvements of 1-3%.

SCOR MODEL

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Building Blocks of SCOR: Attributes: The Reliability attribute addresses the ability to perform tasks as expected. Reliability focuses on the predictability of the outcome of a process. Typical metrics for the reliability attribute include: on-time, the right quantity, the right quality The Responsiveness attribute describes the speed at which tasks are performed. Examples include cycle-time metrics The Agility attribute describes the ability to respond to external influences and the ability to change. External influences include: Non-forecasted increases or decreases in demand; suppliers or partners going out of business; natural disasters; acts of (cyber) terrorism; availability of financial tools (the economy); or labor issues The Cost attribute describes the cost of operating the process. It includes labor costs, material costs, and transportation costs The Asset Management Efficiency (Assets) attribute describes the ability to efficiently utilize assets. Asset management strategies in a supply chain include inventory reduction and in-sourcing vs. outsourcing. Metrics include: inventory days of supply and capacity utilization

Metrics: A metric is a standard for measurement of the performance of a process. SCOR metrics are diagnostic metrics. SCOR recognizes three levels of predefined metrics: Level 1 metrics are diagnostics for the overall health of the supply chain. These metrics are also known as strategic metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs). Benchmarking level 1 metrics helps establish realistic targets that support strategic objectives. Level 2 metrics serve as diagnostics for the level 1 metrics. The diagnostic relationship helps to identify the root cause or causes of a performance gap for a level 1 metric. Level 3 metrics serve as diagnostics for level 2 metrics.

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Processes Level 1, processes are used to describe the scope and high level configuration of a supply chain. SCOR has five level 1 processes e.g. Plan, Source, Make, Deliver, and Return Level 2 processes differentiate the strategies of the level 1 process. Both the level 2 processes themselves as well as their positioning in the supply chain determine the supply chain strategy. SCOR contains 26 level 2 processes e.g. Make-to-Stock, Make-toOrder, Engineer-to-Order Level 3 processes describe the steps performed to execute the level 2 processes. The sequence in which these processes are executed influences the performance of the level 2 processes and the overall supply chain. SCOR contains 185 level 3 processes e.g. Schedule Production Activities, Issue Product, Produce and Test, Package Level 4 processes describe the industry specific activities required to perform level 3 processes. Level 4 processes describe the detailed implementation of a process. SCOR does not detail level 4 processes. Organizations and industries develop their own level 4 processes e.g. Print Pick List, Pick Items (Bin), Deliver Bin to Production Cell

Practices: Best practices are current, structured, and repeatable practices that have had a proven and positive impact on supply chain performance. Leading practices introduce new technology, knowledge, or radically different ways of organizing processes. Leading practices may not be easy to adopt because of proprietary technology, or special knowledge may prevent wider adoption. These are generally have not been proven in a wide variety of environments and industries Common practices are how a wide range of organizations have historically done business by default or happenstance. These well-established practices do the job, but don't provide a significant cost or competitive advantage over other practices (except over bad practices) Poor practices represent ways of doing business, which can be widespread, that have proven to result in poor supply chain performance as indicated by key metrics

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How to use SCOR? SCOR is typically used to identify measure, reorganize and improve supply chain processes. This is accomplished by a cyclic process of: Capturing the configuration of a supply chain A supply chain configuration is driven by: Plan levels of aggregation and information sources Source locations and products Make production sites and methods Deliver channels, inventory deployment and products Return locations and methods Measuring the performance of the supply chain and comparing against internal and external industry goals Supply chain performance is focused on: Reliability - achievement of customer demand fulfillment on-time, complete, without damage etc. Responsiveness - the time it takes to react to and fulfill customer demand Agility - the ability of supply chain to increase/decrease demand within a given planned period Cost - objective assessment of all components of supply chain cost Assets - the assessment of all resources used to fulfill customer demand Re-aligning supply chain processes and best practices to fulfill unachieved, or changing business objectives This re-alignment is achieved through a combination of: Classic process re-engineering from "As-Is" to "To-Be" Lean Manufacturing analysis and process change Six-Sigma analysis of defective processes Theory-of-Constraints analysis of systems of processes to elucidate root-cause issues ISO-9000 style process capture and control Balanced Scorecards and benchmarking And a host of other combined industrial engineering based best-practice techniques in improvement

Solving the five biggest Supply Chain Challenges: Customer Service:Effective supply chain management is all about delivering the right product in the right quantity and in the right condition with the right documentation to the right place at the right time at the right price. If only it were as simple as it sounds. Solution: Developed and maintained by SCC members, the Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) model provides a framework for measuring and understanding current supply chain conditions and performance and creates a foundation for
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improvement. It can help supply chain managers evaluate cost/performance tradeoffs, develop strategies for meeting new customer expectations, and respond to domestic and global market growth. Cost Control:Supply chain operating costs are under pressure today from rising freight prices, more global customers, technology upgrades, rising labor rates, expanding healthcare costs, new regulatory demands and rising commodity prices. To control such costs there are thousands of potential metrics that supply chain organizations can and do measure. Managers need to zero in on the critical few that drive total supply chain costs within their organizations. Solution:Metrics provide the basis for an organization to measure how successful it is in achieving its desired objectives. SCOR metrics are designed to be used in conjunction with supply chain performance attributes, making it easier to compare different supply chains and different supply chain strategies. SCOR Level 1 metrics are strategic, highlevel measures that typically cross multiple SCOR processes. Lower level metrics are associated with a narrower subset of processes. For example, delivery performance is calculated as the total number of products delivered on time and in full based on a commit date. To help SCC members use these metrics to benchmark performance, SCC offers unlimited, on-demand access to its SCORmark benchmarking portal. Planning & Risk Management:Supply chains must periodically be assessed and redesigned in response to market changes, including new product launches, global sourcing, new acquisitions, credit availability, the need to protect intellectual property, and the ability to maintain asset and shipment security. In addition, supply chain risks must be identified and quantified. SCC members report that less than half of their organizations have metrics and procedures for assessing, controlling, and mitigating such risks. Solution: Organizations in all sectorscommercial, military and NGOshave found that using SCOR as a planning and risk management foundation leads to faster implementation, more comprehensive identification of potential risks and easier coordination with customers, suppliers and other stakeholders. It helps users establish rules and strategies, assign responsibilities, coordinate responses, and monitor current conditions. The topic of risk is of such importance that SCC included a special Risk section of the SCOR model to address member needs. Supplier/partner relationship management: Different organizations, even different departments within the same organization, can have different methods for measuring and communicating performance expectations and results. Trust begins when managers let go of internal biases and make a conscious choice to follow mutually agreed upon standards to better understand current performance and opportunities for improvement.
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Solution: SCOR provides a common language for supply chain classification and analysis. Using a common language and framework makes it easier for teams to communicate, speeds benchmarking efforts, and enhances the evaluation of best practices. Talent:As experienced supply chain managers retire, and organizations scale up to meet growing demand in developing markets, talent acquisition, training, and development is becoming increasingly important. Supply chain leaders need a thorough understanding of the key competencies required for supply chain management roles, specific job qualifications, methods for developing future talent and leaders, and the ability to efficiently source specific skill sets. Solution:SCC members have developed methodologies for applying SCOR to human resource management, and even organized the capabilities of their global supply chain staff around the SCOR framework. Their work is driving the release of SCOR 10.0 in late 2010. The new skills management framework complements process reference, metrics reference, and practice reference components with baseline skills, critical skills, job performance measures, and supply chain management credentials.

Build a Better Curriculum With an Academic Membership in Supply Chain Council: Academic members of Supply Chain Council gain value at at the university, professor and student levels. The biggest value in joining the Council is to help your students gain an early competitive edge through access to comprehensive supply chain models and frameworks as SCOR Scholar certification. For professors, our ongoing research initiatives and network provide you with a relevant, timely research feed to help augment your curriculum as well as to help support your own university-sponsored research. Benefits of an academic membership: Access SCOR frameworks, research and real-world case studies to integrate into your curriculum. Connect with supply chain practitioners to network and participate in university or professor-led research projects. Announce and publish your latest research efforts, articles or queries. Participate in ongoing research projects led by the Council. Offer your students individual logins to the Council library to conduct research and support homework, project or thesis efforts. Apply to offer SCOR-S certification for your students. (University acceptance into the SCOR-S certification program is limited.)

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Training: The SCOR trainings are offered to Supply Chain Council members and nonmembers. The sessions provide a comprehensive examination of the SCOR model, Development of Supply Chain Excellence with SCOR, SCOR Center of Excellence development, Convergence of SCOR and Lean/Six-Sigma, Performance Based Logistics, as well as DCOR and other related frameworks. These are designed to support organizations that are simply attempting to understand SCOR, attempting to develop a business case for supply chain management projects as well as those who have already determined that the business case exists and are seeking more guidance on the specifics of implementing projects using SCOR.

Certification: Supply Chain Councils certification programs enable individuals to demonstrate their SCOR knowledge and skills. Like the SCOR model itself, SCOR certification is based on real-world techniques for measuring and managing a global supply chain, not on concepts or abstractions. Certification allows organizations to rapidly assess the competencies of current personnel and recruits, and evaluate the effectiveness of training. The SCOR Professional (SCOR-P) certification program establishes a consistent global standard for excellence in using SCOR. SCOR-P certification requires a minimum of five years of supply chain management experience. The SCOR Scholar (SCOR-S) certification is designed for university students who do not yet possess significant work experience. SCOR-S certification demonstrates understanding of supply chain management as interpreted via the SCOR framework. It is the only program of its type in the world that provides professional certification of supply chain knowledge to students. Benefits of SCC Membership: SCC is committed to help people make dramatic and rapid improvements across their supply chain processes. As a member of Supply Chain Council companies will have access to resourcesand tools, professional development, and knowledge networks to help you manage your supply chain more effectively and accelerate your career path. Resources & Tools: The Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) model is the global standard model for supply chain management and the framework that will guide you in the evaluating and comparing your supply chain activities and their performance. The SCOR model contains over 200 process elements, 550 metrics and 500 best practices including risk and environmental management.

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1. Related Frameworks:Access additional process reference models such as Custom Chain Operations Reference (CCORSM) model and Design Chain Operations Reference (DCORSM) model to expand your improvement efforts. 2. SCORmarkSM Benchmarking:Compare your performance against industry peers with unlimited access to supply chain benchmarking through our online portal aligned to SCOR model metrics. 3. Research:Be among the first to read ongoing research on supply chain processes, practices, metrics, and skills, by industry and geographic region. 4. Templates & Tools:Leverage SCC library of templates, software, and process methods developed and contributed by volunteer SCC working groups as well as academics and third-party providers. 5. Publications & Portal:Enjoy 24 hour access to SCC website filled with case studies, articles, conference proceedings, and newsletters. World Class Professional Development: 1. Training:Supply Chain Council offers public and group training courses on the SCOR framework, its implementation, CCOR and DCOR models, and more. 2. Certification:The SCOR Professional (SCOR-P) certification program creates a consistent global standard for excellence in using SCOR. Individuals with SCOR-P certification are able to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in using the SCOR model. 3. Volunteering:Participation on committees and working to develop new models, tools and practices in supply chain management is open to all members. 4. Career Development:In order to enhance the career, SCC offer members skills identification, career path identification, and online job postings of positions requiring SCOR knowledge and in-person member networking opportunities. Dynamic Knowledge Networks: 1. Chapters:Chapter meetings, networks and materials in local languages discussing supply chain issues of greatest regional interest are available in locations worldwide. 2. Events:Frequent webinars and annual regional conferences such as Supply Chain World are held for members as well as nonmembers. 3. Forums:Members may join and participate in virtual and in-person discussion forums for networking and problem solving among communities of common interest (such as industry special interest groups). 4. Expert Network:Companies may also directly access SCC staff, trainers, and advisors to coach individuals and teams in the use of SCOR.

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Supply Chain Excellence Awards: The Supply Chain Excellence Awards are presented annually since 2001 and recognize companies, universities and individuals that have made a significant contribution to the supply chain management body of knowledge or demonstrated significant supply chain improvement. The awards are open to all organizations and individuals and are organized in three regional awards whose winners compete for the global awards. More information about the program can be found on the SCC website. Exemplary supply chain organizations that have previously won the Supply Chain Excellence award include: Access Business Group Agilent Aspen Technology, Inc. Clear Orbit EAN Australia Henkel Consumer Adhesives IBM China Research Lab Intelligroup Inc. Int'l Institute for Management Development (IMD) Lockheed MartinLogistics Management Institute (LMI) Manhattan Associates Optiant Pakistan Tobacco Company Philip Morris International Raytheon Missile Systems SAP UniversidadeEstadual de Campinas | LALT U.S. Dept. of Defense

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Conclusion:
The six major bodies discussed above, if are compared against each other then we come to the conclusion that Supply Chain Council is the best of them as it has the major contribution to this industry because of the introduction of SCOR model. Also it is the one providing certifications, training, education and supply chain excellence awards above all. The comparison can be seen in the table below that shows the major contributions of these six firms in supply chain management. Supply Chain Bodies Certification CIPS Certification & CIPS Certification Gold CIPS Corporate Academy SC Pro & SCP None CLP & CLE CSCM, SCOR-P & SCOR-S CLM, RFIDSCM, CSCA CIPS CSCMP MIT L&SCMS ISCEA SCC

Education & Training

SCMEC, Annual Global Conference, SCM Workshops & On-site education Doctoral Dissertation Award, E. Grosvenor Plowman Award & Supply Chain Innovation Award

Master of Engineering in Logistics Program & ZLOG Program

Advisory Board of

Workshops SCOR model for CSCM, examination

seasoned CLM, professionals RFIDSCM, CSCA

Awards

Corporate Award

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None

Ptak Prize for Supply Chain Excellence

SCC Excellence Award

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