###### Accelerate CPIM Exam Review Workshop
##### Conference ##### Agenda
During the 2005 ISCEA Supply Chain Conference.
Basics of Supply Chain Management - Monday, April 25, 2005 In the Basics, you get a complete overview of material flow, from internal and external suppliers to and from your organization. Topics include Elements of the Supply Chain, Just-in-Time (JIT), Total Quality Management (TQM), Manufacturing Resources Planning (MRP II), Demand Planning, and Capacity Management. Master Planning of Resources - Tuesday, April 26, 2005 The course focuses on the importance of producing achievable master schedules that are consistent with business policies, objectives, and resource constraints. Topics include Demand Management, Sales and Operations Planning, Master Scheduling, and Measuring Business Performance. Detailed Scheduling and Planning - Wednesday, April 27, 2005 Study detailed descriptions of material requirements planning (MRP), capacity requirements planning (CRP), inventory management practices, and procurement and supplier planning. Topics include Recognizing Techniques and Practices of Inventory Management, Mechanics of the Detailed Material Planning Process, Planning Operations to Support the Priority Plan, and Planning Procurement and External Sources of Supply. Execution and Control of Operations- Thurs, April 28, 2005 The course explains techniques for scheduling and controlling production processes, the execution of quality initiatives and continuous improvement plans, and the control and handling of inventories. Topics include Prioritizing and Sequencing Work, Executing Plans and Implementing Controls, Authorizing and Reporting Activities for Push and Pull Systems, and Evaluating Performance and Providing Feedback. Strategic Management of Resources - Friday, April 29, 2005 The course addresses three main topics: aligning resources with the strategic plan, configuring and integrating operating processes to support the strategic plan, and implementing change. Topics include Competitive Market Issues, Choices Affecting Facilities, Supply Chain, Information Technology, and Organizational Design, Configuring and Managing Projects. | ### Keynote Luncheon: Monday 4/25 ORACLE ### 11:30AM – 1:30PM Title: Operational Improvement across the Supply Chain - Making a Quantum Leap" Presenter: Carol A. Ptak, CFPIM, CIRM, Jonah, PMP Vice President, Oracle Corporation This presentation will explore how a quantum leap improvement can be made in operations by combining clear objectives with aligned business practices supported by flexible and adaptable technology. Rather than settling for marginal improvement, understand how to focus improvement efforts and achieve significant benefits quickly. Learn from real world examples of companies who have implemented this approach and reduced costs and improved reliable throughput simultaneously ### Keynote Luncheon: Tuesday 4/26 e Ventus ### 11:30AM – 1:30PM Title: Implementing ERP Systems: Challenges and Success Factors Presenter: Joseph LaMantia, CFPIM, CIRM, CPA Managing Partner, e-Ventus Corporation This session will provide a general understanding of some of the challenges and critical success factors associated with implementing ERP systems. It will provide a brief summary of the key aspects of an ERP system, Highlight some of the research that has been conducted regarding ERP system implementation failures and successes, Discuss common characteristics of impaired and challenged projects, Explain approaches and strategies (i.e., the critical success factors) that increase the probability of success.
| Hilton Chicago 720 South Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL 60605 Tel: +1-312-922-4400 Fax: +1-312-922-5240
Please Register with ISCEA Conference Reception Desk on the 8th Floor when you arrive at the Hotel. Conference Reception Desk opens - Monday 4/25 at 7:00 AM Your Conference Registration Packet will be mailed during the 1st week of April, 2005. Call ISCEA at 440-376-0222 with all Workshop related questions.
Chicago Hilton April 25-29, 2005
Vendor Exhibition and Networking on 4/25 & 4/26 from 5:00PM – 8:00PM