Training

Training

The Professional Development committee provides highly effective training for our members and their organizations, with specific focus on best practice sharing, leadership development, and supply chain practice certification.

Our mission is accomplished by:

  • Coordinating quality General Meeting presentations by leading supply chain professions
  • Delivering best in class ISM certification programs
  • Arranging relevant and timely supply chain skills development classes
  • Maintaining a strong Centers of Excellence Team

Our profession is advancing rapidly and changing almost daily, posing new challenges to the supply management professional. As our industry evolves, so does ISM training. We are the only supply management association that provides training in all areas of our supply management profession.

We stay on top of trends and changes to keep our training relevant to what our members expect and need for success. With globally-recognized training programs, ISM education is respected across industries within supply management.

To see all upcoming events, please visit the  Education Calendar.

Professional Development

Sponsor 3 Events/Quarterly

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$2,850

ISM—Houston Centers of Excellence

ISM—Houston maintains a team of individuals whose purpose is to establish groups whose members have a clear focus on a particular subject area within supply management and provide leadership, best practices, research, support, and training to interested ISM members. These group members are dedicated to the principle of achieving higher levels of excellence and performance in the specified focus area. Centers of Excellence team members are committed to being available to work within their group and with other ISM members to provide and share ideas, give feedback, and mentor as appropriate. The team also volunteers to facilitate group discussion in order to develop others to achieve higher levels of maturity, expertise and skills regarding the specified subject matter.

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Upcoming Events

January

21

2025

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

January

23

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Quarterly State of Risk Update

Join the executive leaders from ISM and Resilinc as they come together as part of a quarterly series to discuss the latest and emerging risks and disruptions impacting global supply chains. ISM CEO Tom Derry and Resilinc CEO Bindiya Vakil will also provide insights based on respective data and research from both organizations.

Online

January

29

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Navigating Sustainability Regulatory Compliance with AI-Driven Solutions

Join us for an insightful webinar that will delve into the latest sustainability regulations, focusing on the anticipated consolidation of CSRD, CSDDD, and EU disclosures in 2025. Discover how AI-driven solutions can help your organization stay ahead of international compliance requirements, streamline processes, and enhance sustainability efforts, all exclusively through the procurement lens.

During this webinar, you will learn about:

  • The key aspects of the upcoming regulatory changes and their implications for businesses.
  • How AI-driven tools can simplify the compliance process by automating data collection, analysis, and reporting.
  • Best practices for integrating AI solutions into your existing compliance framework.
  • Strategies for staying proactive and adaptive in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

Do not miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical strategies.

Register now to secure your spot!

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