ISM-Houston, Inc.

A Chapter of the Institute for Supply Management working together to advance the profession of supply management.

Houston's Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals

ISM—Houston, Inc. is the Houston, Texas chapter of the Institute for Supply Management. ISM—Houston supports and drives the success of supply management professionals through training and development programs and networking opportunities.

We are currently 1200+ members strong and have 800+ members that hold one or more ISM Professional Certifications. Our members represent the thriving area industries of Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, Healthcare, Construction, and many others.

 

Upcoming Events

November

21

2024

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

ISM Member Community Speed Networking

Are you ready to expand your network and make meaningful connections? Our virtual speed networking event is the perfect opportunity to meet new people within our growing membership community. In just one hour, you'll have the chance to engage in dynamic, one-on-one conversations with fellow members, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships. Whether you're looking to collaborate, share insights, or simply make new friends, this is your networking power hour!

Don't miss out on this fun and interactive experience. Come prepared to connect, converse, and create lasting connections.

Online

December

10

2024

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Classification and COATs: Best Practices for Squeaky Clean Spend Data

We all think we know what bad data looks like, but what is it and what are the consequences?

I bet you never knew you needed a COAT for your data, but it will help protect you against all the dirty data that's around. Susan will share real-life examples of dirty data, and the consequences it has on the output, such as decision making, reporting, analytics, AI, and machine learning. She'll also share with you her COAT methodology to help prevent this, as well as learn how to make quick, accurate checks and changes to your own data in excel, regardless of your level of experience, and explain why data accuracy and maintenance is so important and implement best practices for this.

Takeaways:

  • The importance of data accuracy
  • The consequences of dirty data
  • How to ensure data accuracy
  • Make sure your data has its COAT on
  • How to spot check your data

Online

January

14

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Ethical Sourcing: Navigating the Labyrinth of Procurement Integrity

This webinar delves into the critical realm of ethical sourcing, exploring best practices and highlighting the pitfalls of overlooking ethical considerations in procurement. We'll examine the psychological drivers behind procurement misconduct, drawing insights from Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs to understand how greed, power dynamics, and social influences can lead to unethical behavior. Through real-world cases, we'll illustrate the devastating consequences of corruption and fraud, emphasizing the importance of proactive measures to safeguard organizational integrity.

Audience Takeaways:

  • Understand the psychological factors that contribute to procurement fraud and corruption.
  • Learn how to identify and mitigate ethical risks in your procurement processes.
  • Develop strategies to foster a culture of integrity and ethical decision-making.
  • Discover best practices for ethical sourcing including supplier selection.
Online

President's Welcome Message

On behalf of the board for the 2024-2025 program year, welcome to ISM-Houston Inc. We appreciate you visiting our new website.

ISM-Houston Inc. is a non-profit organization powered by dedicated volunteers who aim to support professionals in sourcing and supply management through top-tier programs, education, professional development, mentorship, and networking opportunities.

Our monthly professional development meetings address a variety of topics pertinent to today's industry professionals, offering valuable insights, networking opportunities, and actionable takeaways. Explore our website for information on upcoming events and educational resources tailored to the needs of modern professionals. Below is the schedule of professional development meetings and programs for the 2024-2025 year:

Date Theme Speaker/Panelist
6/11/2024 Career Management. Molly Determan
7/13/2024 Strategy Session & Board Member Orientation Melanie Larimer, Board Members
9/10/2024 Good Students Are Students Of History: Lessons learned Over 40 years with the best-in-class companies Jimmy Anklesaria
10/8/2024

The Impact of  Shipping and Logistics on Supply Chains and Strategies for Risk Mitigation

Are you a fulltime student? Use promo code HOUSDT at check out for special student pricing. Note: edu.com/org email required for verification. 10 student slots available.

Dominic Sun, Monique Harris, John Hark, Nick Gibbons
11/12/2024 Trends in Artificial Intelligence(AI) for Supply Chain Michael Lueck, Shailesh Bhaskaran, Micah Garrison, Brooks Boccella
Dec. 4 - 5, 2024 Energy Supply Chain and Procurement Summit Conference Speakers
1/14/2025 Economic Outlook for 2025 Anthony Nieves
2/4/2025 Annual Supplier Expo Shelley Stewart
3/25/2025 ISM-Houston Rodeo Mixer Attendees
4/8/2025 Cybersecurity & Supply Chain Risks Tom Derry, Ralph Carlton, Jim Guinn
5/6/2025 Women in Supply Chain Panel Donna Cole, Susan Marty, Lisa Haley, Landi Spearman
5/15/2025 ISM-Houston Annual Golf Tournament Attendees
6/1/2025 Installation of Incoming President TBD

 

Are you thinking about pursuing professional certification? ISM Global provides a variety of certifications to boost your expertise and credibility in the field. Whether you're aiming to become a Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM®️) or a Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity (CPSD™️), we offer courses and resources to help you reach your goals.

If you’re not yet a member of ISM-Houston Inc., we encourage you to join us. Membership offers numerous benefits, both locally and globally, to help you advance your career and take on leadership roles within the industry.

Need more information or have questions? Feel free to contact me or any member of our dedicated Board. We're here to assist you and look forward to connecting with you online or at our upcoming events.

Thank you,
John Atasie, MBA
President, ISM—Houston, Inc.
Board of Directors (ismworld.org)

Our Sponsors for 2024 - 2025

Supply Management News & Reports

Extreme Makeover: Supply Chain Edition

November 12, 2024
Articles

From the environmental scan to securing stakeholder buy-in to measuring progress, building procurement operations from scratch is an exhaustive process that never ends.

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  • There’s More to Cost than Cutting

    November 12, 2024
    Articles
    Member Only
    Its role as a supply chain driver has changed, joining factors like aligning to business imperatives, meeting customers’ needs and enhancing supplier relationships as ways to spur growth.
  • Ensuring the Price Is Right

    November 12, 2024
    Articles
    Member Only
    A game show, it isn’t — but procurement’s role in getting value can be more successful by tapping technology and using four approaches to discovery.
  • Power Play

    November 12, 2024
    Articles
    Member Only
    Rich in natural resources and in a reshoring faceoff, Canada looks to smoothen labor issues and better leverage its supply chain assets — including a potentially game-changing commodity.

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Your membership in ISM will provide a powerful path to stay connected, engaged, and up-to-date with everything happening in supply management. Serious procurement and supply chain professionals are dedicated to staying in the know about their profession and staying at the top of their game. An ISM membership will provide you with that and more.

More than 100 years of experience speaks for itself – ISM can help you succeed. It's our mission.

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ISM World 2025 Registration Open

Join your peers in Orlando, Florida, June 1-3, 2025. The ISM World Annual Conference is a world-class event designed to inspire fresh thinking and provide an educational experience that unites thought leaders, supply chain and procurement professionals, and the innovative suppliers that support them.

You'll leave with new connections, fresh insights, and the inspiration to spark new ideas within your professional community. Register today for the best rates!

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Join the Report On Business®  Survey Panel

ISM®'s Manufacturing, Services, and Hospital Report On Business® gather data monthly through surveys of supply management professionals participating in the Business Survey Committee.

Participation in the survey panel provides many benefits:

  • Receive a copy of the just-released Report On Business® graphical data
  • Directly see how your contribution affects the markets each month
  • Earn Continuing Education Hours

Click the link below to submit your information and someone will reach out to connect for a quick virtual call!

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