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In an increasingly digital world, you have a myriad of ways to grow and sharpen your skills. As THE professional association for procurement and supply management professionals, we want to do our part to make continuous learning easy for you and help you succeed.

ISM's virtual learning integrates two popular learning styles to create an impactful experience for every learner. Combining the personalization and one-on-one benefits of in-person learning and the convenience of online learning, these courses will strengthen your supply management expertise and prepare you to master your career. Not only will you hone your skills, but each course will also provide tools and templates that you can immediately use in the office.

Get started with these upcoming courses:

Getting Started with Strategic Sourcing

Sourcing becomes a strategic advantage when requirements are clear and supplier selection is calculated. Potential sources are located around the world. It is critical to have a plan to align specifications with supplier capabilities and purchase timing can play a unique strategic role. An organization must differentiate needs versus wants to be successful. This course will show you how using a defined RFX strategy will give you an edge over the competition.

You have two opportunities to take this course.

December 12 | 11:00 a.m.

December 17 | 4:00 p.m.

This NEW seminar is a must for procurement and supply managers who know that future opportunities leading to a corner office are dependent on meshing functional areas of the operation around supply chain management strengths. Get insight on how to integrate these critical areas into a cohesive operational unit to best protect supply chains, negotiate well-defined contracts, reduce inventory-carrying cost, increase cash flow, and ensure higher degrees of customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Building Blocks of Supply Management

Procurement and supply management are complex. With the changing landscape of the profession and global economy, it�s imperative that you hone your skills and build a solid foundation of knowledge. This online course bundle enables you to strengthen your core knowledge while building the skills to become more strategically focused and at value pricing. Get these five courses for the price of four.

Courses included in the bundle:

Strategic Planning for Supply Management
Getting Started with Sourcing
Cost and Price Concepts
Introduction to Spend Analysis
Value Added Sourcing for Services

Preparing for Successful Negotiations
November 19, 2019 | 11:00 a.m. ET
or
November 21, 2019 | 4:00 p.m. ET

Negotiations range from a scientific approach to a fine art. Companies struggle with the pace of a demanding workload and often do not get the best possible long-term deal. Gaining clarity of requirements and expectations will drive an optimized negotiation strategy. With this course, you will be able to align stakeholders to gain the upper hand at the negotiation table through various tools.

Our Conference Leadership Committee and ISM team are hard at work on developing an interactive educational experience at ISM2020 starting with each education track's Signature Session. These sessions bring together industry thought leaders, research and real-world experiences on the key topic areas from each track.

Because of high attendee demand, the signature sessions are ticketed events (included with your ISM2020 registration). As you register for the conference, you can select your signature sessions to secure your seat.

A broad understanding of legal concepts that impact supply management is a must for today�s professionals. From ethics to e-commerce, legal issues play a key role in the supply chain. This seminar will help practitioners understand the laws that affect their work with suppliers and customers. It will examine various aspects of contract law, international contracts and electronic communications. When you complete this seminar, you will have a solid legal foundation to better protect yourself and your organization.

Sourcing in a Modern World
January 29 � February 25, 2020

The demands placed on today�s purchasing managers and buyers require more advanced skills, knowledge and expertise than in years past. Strategic sourcing is essential to the procurement process and will help practitioners continuously improve and re-evaluate the company�s purchasing activities and the requirements of its stakeholders. Led by an ISM subject matter expert, this course covers sourcing in the modern world through weekly webinars and daily online training modules that consist of multimedia, knowledge checks and practical application activities.

Getting Started with Sourcing
December 12, 2019 | 11:00 a.m. ET
or
December 17, 2019 | 4:00 p.m. ET

Sourcing becomes a strategic advantage when requirements are clear and supplier selection is calculated. Potential sources are located around the world. It is critical to have a plan to align specifications with supplier capabilities and purchase timing can play a unique strategic role. An organization must differentiate needs versus wants to be successful. This course will show you how using a defined RFX strategy will give you an edge over the competition. Participants will receive tools and templates that can be used immediately on the job.

How Sustainability is Driving Supply Management Value
December 11, 2019 | 1:00 p.m.
Sponsored by Boise Paper

Sustainability is becoming a driving force for companies as they strive to meet stakeholder and customer expectations, improve CSR, and improve the bottom line. Learn how many supply management organizations track, measure and demonstrate value through sustainability efforts. This presentation will dive into sustainability within areas such as social responsibility, environmental impact and economic awareness, to drive value.

Surveys show that nearly 45% of source-able spend is indirect. It�s a sizable amount that has a direct impact on an organization�s bottom line. But is it an area of spend that you manage effectively?

ISM Indirectly Speaking Conference is an in-depth, immersive experience. The event is designed for attendees to network, work with fellow attendees and thought leaders in interactive challenge workshops and walk away with tools to implement immediately at the office.

Get exclusive access to:

Data driven insights and customized content
Energetic and actionable sessions
Interactive and engaging workshops
Presentation materials and useful tools

Register today and take advantage of early bird pricing!

Hello Charles,

As 2019 is winding down, you have probably asked yourself, what's in store for 2020?

Our upcoming Corporate Program Webinar will review the components of ISM's Report On Business^� (both the monthly reports and the Semiannual Economic Forecasts) which should provide you with more visibility into what is to come next year.

Learn how to can leverage the Report On Business^� to stay informed and assist you in planning and strategy for 2020.

Presenter:
Paul Shik Lee Jr., Director Research & Analytics, Institute for Supply Management^�

Mr. Lee is responsible for overseeing production of the monthly Report On Business^� and executing ISM�s primary and secondary research initiatives. Under his leadership, the Report On Business^� team is working to extend the reach and coverage of this well-respected portfolio of macroeconomic indicators.

ISM Members Save! Members: $140
Nonmembers: $210

SIGN UP NOW

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Sustainability is becoming a driving force for companies as they strive to meet stakeholder and customer expectations, improve CSR, and improve the bottom line. Learn how many supply management organizations track, measure and demonstrate value through sustainability efforts. This presentation will dive into sustainability within areas such as social responsibility, environmental impact and economic awareness, to drive value.

REGISTER TODAY

Click here to learn more about this webinar.

Sponsored by

Attendees will receive 1 CEH.

Dear Charles:

In this 50-minute webinar, Rod Sherkin explains how to unlock the savings potential of effective supplier collaboration.

Take negotiations (and your career) to the next level by learning how to uncover opportunities, structure and manage projects, and then bring them to a successful conclusion.

This live event will be held on 3 separate dates, as shown below:

Friday, December 13th at 11 am (ET): Register Here (1)
Wednesday, December 18th at 11am (ET): Register Here (2)
Thursday, January 9th at 1 pm (ET) Register Here (3)

You are also invited to take out a complimentary ProPurchaser trial (no credit card required).

Hope to see you at an event,

Rod Sherkin

P.S. This event qualifies for one Continuing Education Hour (CEH) towards recertification.

As we approach 2020, you may be wondering how you can set yourself apart in your career next year. Consider earning your Certified Professional in Supply Management^� (CPSM^�) designation. As 2019 winds down, it is a perfect time to treat yourself to a gift that will propel your career forward in the new year, a CPSM designation.

The CPSM is globally recognized and considered the gold standard in certification for supply management professionals. It remains a top sought credential by employers due in part to the currency of the certification. With the digital revolution upon us and an influx of change and new demands in skills, ISM continues to keep pace with current content.

There is no better time to get started than right now. For a limited time you can take advantage of our year end sale on the CPSM Digital Learning System. The Digital Learning System is a mobile-friendly tool that customizes your learning plan and tailors content specifically to meet your needs. With practice exams, flashcards, progress and performance tracking, you set the pace for achieving your goals.

From now through January 3rd, you can get the CPSM Digital Learning System at 20% off, that is a savings of over $200!

What are you waiting for? Give you and your career the gift of a CPSM, at a discount this holiday season.

Use promo code CPSMGIFT at checkout to get the discount.

Purchase Today

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Discounts not valid on previous purchases and only good through 1/3/20.

As we approach 2020, you may be wondering how you can set yourself apart in your career next year. Consider earning your Certified Professional in Supply Management^� (CPSM^�) designation. As 2019 winds down, it is a perfect time to treat yourself to a gift that will propel your career forward in the new year, a CPSM designation.

The CPSM is globally recognized and considered the gold standard in certification for supply management professionals. It remains a top sought credential by employers due in part to the currency of the certification. With the digital revolution upon us and an influx of change and new demands in skills, ISM continues to keep pace with current content.

There is no better time to get started than right now. For a limited time you can take advantage of our year end sale on the CPSM Digital Learning System. The Digital Learning System is a mobile-friendly tool that customizes your learning plan and tailors content specifically to meet your needs. With practice exams, flashcards, progress and performance tracking, you set the pace for achieving your goals.

From now through January 3rd, you can get the CPSM Digital Learning System at 20% off, that is a savings of over $200!

What are you waiting for? Give you and your career the gift of a CPSM, at a discount this holiday season.

Use promo code CPSMGIFT at checkout to get the discount.

Purchase Today

If the button doesn't work, you can purchase here.

Discounts not valid on previous purchases and only good through 1/3/20.

The ISM Annual Conference Call-For-Presentations ends in two weeks. Don't miss the opportunity to share your expertise with fellow supply management professionals.

How does it work?

Go to the CFP Home Page
Provide the following information:
- Session Title
- Description
- Presenter(s)
- Presentation Type (ex. Panel, Roundtable, etc.)
- Target Audience
- Video Sample (even something simple from your smart phone or web cam)
Your submission, along with others, will be reviewed by ISM committee of a diverse mix of supply management professionals
Announcements of selections will be notified by the first of the year

It's a wonderful way to give back to the profession (and earn recertification credit for any ISM certifications you hold).

Submission closes on November 6th. We can't wait to review your submission!

ISM2021 | MAY 18-20, 2021 | VIRTUAL CONFERENCE

The ISM Annual Conference brings together more than 2,000 procurement and supply chain professionals. The event experience includes cutting edge education, networking with thought leaders and peers, and opportunities to meet with innovative suppliers to learn about the latest products and solutions.

Not unlike other events, we had to cancel our in-person conference in May, 2020. But, this gave us an opportunity to rethink, re-invent and rebuild the conference. Our CFP process is just one aspect of how you can be a part of the evolution. No more tracks (at least not yet). Think about the audience your presentation is meant for and what might be most important to them. You can even take the same presentation idea and adjust it based on different audience segments.

The virtual conference is going to be like no other experience. Inspiring keynotes, interactive education and networking and research data specifically designed for attendees and incorporated into conference sessions.

We look forward to sharing this experience with you.

Visit ISM2021 Website

Dear Charles,

Institute for Supply Management^? (ISM^?) invites you to participate in the 2020 Supplier Diversity Study. We appreciated your participation in any of our studies and hope you can participate in this study.

The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete and is best viewed on a 6" or larger screen. All responses are kept strictly confidential and only aggregated information will be released. Once you complete the survey, you can opt-in for a brief of the results.

Click here to take the survey.

Thank you for your time and feedback for this important project!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at plee@ismworld.org or (800) 888-6276, extension 3036.

Sincerely,

Paul Lee
Director, ISM Research
Institute for Supply Management

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Dear Charles,

As governments at every level face increased scrutiny and shrinking budgets, procurement experts must constantly find new ways to improve their purchasing and better serve their taxpayers. Learn how to manage public opinion, information requests, and shifting political priorities in this webinar with JAGGAER.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn about public sector procurement and get details on local requirements in the U.S. Maximize your knowledge to bring extra value to the table this year.

In just 45 minutes, you'll learn:

. The top challenges in public procurement
. The intricacies of procurement in the U.S. at the federal, state, and local levels
. How 2020 - the crisis and the elections - are impacting public procurement
. The importance of digital tools for budgeting & transparency

Presented By:
BJ Birtz, Vice President, Business Services at JAGGAER

FREE WEBINAR

Optimizing Digital Procurement For The U.S. Public Sector

June 11 | 1 PM ET

Register Now

Dear Charles,

Institute for Supply Management^? (ISM^?) invites you to participate in the 2020 Supplier Diversity Study. We appreciated your participation in any of our studies and hope you can participate in this study.

The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete and is best viewed on a 6" or larger screen. All responses are kept strictly confidential and only aggregated information will be released. Once you complete the survey, you can opt-in for a brief of the results.

Click here to take the survey.

Thank you for your time and feedback for this important project!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at plee@ismworld.org or (800) 888-6276, extension 3036.

Sincerely,

Paul Lee
Director, ISM Research
Institute for Supply Management

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Dear Charles,

With digital technology now at the center of every contactless interaction, both individuals and organizations are moving up the technology adoption curve at alarming speed. The global crisis has brought supply chain to the forefront, and organizations who leverage data as a strategic asset and embrace digital supply chain solutions are the ones emerging the strongest. Hear firsthand how leading suppliers accelerate business value by closing the gaps between data, insights and actions. We'll talk about how the ROI is being affected positively at SDI because of their ability to make informed decisions, drive actions, and propel business forward.

Register now for this webinar presented by Joe DosSantos, Chief Data Officer at Qlik and John Delligatti, Director of Digital Transformation Strategy at SDI.

Register

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Dear Charles,

Institute for Supply Management^? (ISM^?) invites you to participate in the 2020 Supplier Diversity Study. We appreciated your participation in any of our studies and hope you can participate in this study.

The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete and is best viewed on a 6" or larger screen. All responses are kept strictly confidential and only aggregated information will be released. Once you complete the survey, you can opt-in for a brief of the results.

Click here to take the survey.

Thank you for your time and feedback for this important project!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at plee@ismworld.org or (800) 888-6276, extension 3036.

Sincerely,

Paul Lee
Director, ISM Research
Institute for Supply Management

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Dear Charles,

ISM is proud to be a strategic partner of JAGGAER as they celebrate their 25th anniversary! They are celebrating in a big way by assembling industry heavyweight like Spend Matters, Gartner, Forrester and the Hackett Group for a series of webinars running from October to December. This free series of webinars covers critical topics like supplier diversity, supplier risk, market dynamics, and technology developments. Plus, each webinar will be worth 1 Continuing Education Hour (CEH) to put towards maintaining an ISM certification. Thinking strategically about these topics can drive resiliency so you can help your organization navigate the current environment and whatever comes next.

REGISTER FOR THE SERIES

At a glance:

Oct 6: Macroeconomic Risk with Spend Matters
Oct 27: 25 Years of Innovation with Gartner
Nov 10: Value of Supplier Relationships with Forrester
Dec 1: Supplier Diversity with The Hackett Group

Register for the Series

Do You Have a 360? View of Your Suppliers?

October 6, 2020 | 10:00 a.m. ET | 1 CEH

SpendMatters VP and Lead Analyst, Magnus Bergfors, and an expert panel zoom in on how macroeconomic disruptions have impacted global supply chains, the benefits of sustainability, and how to really get a 360? view of your suppliers!

Expert Panel: Spend Matters | Riskmethods | EcoVadis.

Register

25 Years of Procurement Innovation

October 27, 2020 | 10:00 a.m. ET | 1 CEH

Gartner's Senior Director Analyst Patrick Connaughton, JAGGAER CEO Jim Bureau and special guests from Deloitte and Blue Cross Blue Shield will reflect on how the procurement function has changed over the past quarter century and where technology will help leaders deliver even more value moving forward.

Register

The Value of Supplier Relationships

November 10, 2020 | 10:00 a.m. ET | 1 CEH

Forrester VP & Principal Analyst, Duncan Jones will unpack how the role and importance of suppliers have changed and will share tips on how to build and leverage these relationships to maximize value.

Register

Supplier Diversity for Procurement Innovation

December 1, 2020 | 10:00 a.m. ET | 1 CEH

Chris Sawchuck, Principal and Global Procurement Advisory Practice Leader at The Hackett Group, breaks down supplier diversity, CSR, ethical and environmental sourcing with our panel of experts. Learn how to take your strategy from reactive to proactive.

Expert Panel: The Hackett Group | Papa Johns | Jamie Crump.

Register for the Series

Each webinar is worth one Continuing Education Hour (CEH) that you can use for recertifying your certification with ISM!

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Dear Charles,

Now more than ever, you need education you can count on. That's why Institute for Supply Management^? is launching a series of webinars packed with brand new content that brings you solutions that address the challenges of the current supply chain business climate.

Each week for three months, new webinars, presented by supply management experts, will become available for you to access during this unprecedented time.

Uniquely relevant topics include:

? Freight Strategies in Light of COVID-19
? Allocation: Strategies to Bypass the Queue
? Remote Work: Cybersecurity Considerations
? Business Continuity Planning Requirements for Suppliers

And many more . . .

Check out our upcoming webinars or sign up to receive updates as webinars are added.

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Dear Charles,

Don''t forget to register and join us on May 7th for a free webinar presenting the benefits of the ISM Pandemic Toolkit.

The toolkit allows supply management professionals greater visibility and transparency into their existing supply chains and features:

Templates to help you quickly assess risk, globally map supplier locations, determine how much is spent with each, and more. The templates also allow for valuable information sharing with key stakeholders in your organization.

Models that include risk management process, portfolio analysis, supply chain logistics network, and more.

Resource guide that keeps you up-to-date and informed with international and national business guidelines to ensure your risk mitigation plan aligns with the World Health Organization (WHO) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

Recommended strategies to coordinate with your plan of action, including what processes and responses to take with different types of suppliers.

Framework and ideas that may be applied to existing business models.

Use the toolkit in conjunction with international, national and local health organization guidance, such as WHO and CDC, to ensure environmental conditions support employee personal health and safety, as well as business outcomes.

Pandemic Toolkit Webinar

May 7 at 1 p.m. EDT

Register & Get Started

Become a Member and Save

When you become an ISM member, you''ll save $300 off the Pandemic Toolkit.

Join Now

Dear Charles:

The coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China (known as COVID-19) continues to roil markets and impact supply chains.

Institute for Supply Management^? (ISM^?) has created a special survey to gauge the impact of coronavirus on your organization.

Click here to take the coronavirus survey.

This survey should take 5 to 7 minutes to complete. The results will be made public and hopefully help organizations navigate these unchartered waters.

You will receive a reminder next week and the following week. The survey will close March 4.

Click here to take the coronavirus survey.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and opinions with us. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at plee@instituteforsupplymanagement.org or +1 (800) 888-6276, extension 3036.

Sincerely,

Paul Lee
Director, ISM Research & Analytics
Institute for Supply Management

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Dear Charles,

Institute for Supply Management^? (ISM^?) invites you to participate in the 2020 Supplier Diversity Study. We appreciated your participation in any of our studies and hope you can participate in this study.

The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete and is best viewed on a 6" or larger screen. All responses are kept strictly confidential and only aggregated information will be released. Once you complete the survey, you can opt-in for a brief of the results.

Click here to take the survey.

Thank you for your time and feedback for this important project!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at plee@ismworld.org or (800) 888-6276, extension 3036.

Sincerely,

Paul Lee
Director, ISM Research
Institute for Supply Management

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Dear Charles,

A newly published report on "Source to Pay Transformation with AI and RPA," from research conducted jointly by ISM and Zycus, finds that while adoption of AI & RPA for Procurement is still somewhat nascent - just 22% of respondents said they were currently utilizing them, and most for less than one year - many more have been formulating plans to ramp-up utilization and have been accelerating their AI roadmaps in light of unprecedented challenges wrought by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Major drivers for adoption of AI and RPA
Key uses cases for deploying AI and RPA
ROI and productivity results and expectations
Change Management and the impact on human resources from interfacing with "Bots"

Presented By:
Steve Hughes, Chief Procurement Officer at The College Board
Richard Waugh, VP Corporate Development at Zycus

FREE WEBINAR

AI, RPA, & Analytics: The Impact of COVID-19

July 14 | 1 PM ET

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Hello Charles - here''s one last reminder for ISM''s coronavirus survey. The survey closes tomorrow @ 11:59pm PST. Your insights into the effects of this virus will help your colleagues and the supply management profession as a whole, so thank you.

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Dear Charles:

The coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China (known as COVID-19) continues to roil markets and impact supply chains.

Institute for Supply Management^? (ISM^?) has created a special survey to gauge the impact of coronavirus on your organization.

Click here to take the coronavirus survey.

This survey should take 5 to 7 minutes to complete. The results will be made public and hopefully help organizations navigate these unchartered waters.

The survey will close March 4.

Click here to take the coronavirus survey.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and opinions with us. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at plee@instituteforsupplymanagement.org or +1 (800) 888-6276, extension 3036.

Sincerely,

Paul Lee
Director, ISM Research & Analytics
Institute for Supply Management

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Dear Charles,

Supply chain disruption is becoming the norm, and now is a critical time to develop a plan and lean on a powerful network that provides research-informed insights, connections and tools.

Institute for Supply Management^? (ISM^?) gives you access to a wide-reaching network and continuously improved resources and offers, including a free 60-day trial of ProPurchaser and $200 off the regular enrollment price.

That''s an annual savings of $437.40 for a single ProPurchaser membership-a savings that more than covers the cost of an ISM membership.

And, that''s just one of the many benefits ISM offers, including:

ISM's Report On Business^?, NMI, PMI, and Salary Survey research
COVID-19 webinar series
Preferred pricing on certification programming materials and exams
Inside Supply Management^? Magazine
and more

Become a Member

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Cost Transparency: Getting Back to Basics

Great for procurement professionals whose job includes negotiating prices for raw materials, components, or finished goods, this webinar covers cost transparency and how it lays the foundation for a data-driven approach to negotiations.

Learn how to make your suppliers' costs transparent, negotiate better pricing, build a robust supply chain, and improve your company''s bottom line.

Earn one Continuing Education Hour (CEH) with participation.

Wednesday, April 8, 8 a.m. MST

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Thursday, April 16, 10 a.m. MST

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It has certainly been a year requiring resilience. We are all rethinking how to get the job done to the best of our ability. The ISM Annual Conference has also required its own rethinking on how to safely deliver the education that not only meets but exceeds your needs and expectations.

This email explains some of the elements of ISM World, our rebranded ISM Annual Conference. This series of events will deliver a 360? perspective to support all roles within the supply management profession. As an attendee you will experience inspiring and on-point keynotes and speakers, lots of opportunities to network with professional peers and leading suppliers as well as engage in interactive workshops and in-depth breakout sessions.

We invite you to read on and learn more and we encourage early bird registration because the earlier you register, the more value you get for your investment.

Be safe and well.

Your ISM Team

ISM World is made up of three mini events (or "mini cons") all leading to the main conference event. Attendees will be building up to the May event, adding connections, participating in research and smaller educational workshops along the way. At the main event, you can participate in:

Three general sessions with leading, business-minded keynotes incorporating inspirational messages on innovation, handling risk and breaking barriers.
Interactive workshops incorporating hands-on work with fellow attendees
A series of breakout sessions designed by professional roles (senior, middle managers and individual contributors). Sessions are designed with your perspective in mind so you can immediately implement on-the-job.
Diversity and Innovation Pavilions to meet with specialty suppliers and participate in Ted Talk style sessions
An awards event you won't want to miss (one you can watch with your family or loved ones)

In addition, each attendee will receive a personalized workbook on "The State of the Profession". The earlier you register, the more customized the workbook becomes with slices of research based on your input as compared to attendees and the broader professional community. You will also get role-based action plans.

BONUS: Viewing from Asia, Africa, Europe or the America''s.no problem! Because we are virtual, we will be hosting events for our global audience in time zone friendly schedules.

Starting in February, conference attendees will be invited to join monthly mini conference events ("mini cons"). These are single day, two to four-hour sessions that include keynote(s), research, and interactive networking opportunities so that you can start building your network.

February 2021: The focus of this mini con is on innovation. Listen and engage with a business innovator keynote, break into role-based sessions to work on building your innovation plan and connect with other attendees live.
March 2021: The focus of this mini con is on talent. Review research impacting the profession and then break into role-based sessions to engage in topics that specifically impact the work you do. Live networking available.
April 2021: The final mini con is on the future. Listen to an inspiring keynote, research and education giving you insight into the future of the profession followed by role-based sessions and live networking.

Note that each session will gather research to incorporate into your workbook for the main conference event.

Members save up to $400 on registration, that alone pays for your membership! In addition, you get access to the benefits of being an ISM member throughout the entire year. This includes:

Monthly, exclusive member-only webinars (Earn 1 CEH each)
Member Monday emails delivering tools, content and research right to your inbox
Access to Inside Supply Management Magazine issues
Member-only access to tools and research library
Member-exclusive pricing to maximize your savings on other products

WANT MORE SAVINGS?

Register a team of 5 or more and get a 10% savings off registration.*

* Rates based on individual membership status rates

Do you have a story, a case study, an experience that your peers would like to hear? Do you know someone in your organization that you''d recommend as a presenter?

You''ve done great things and the professional community wants to learn from you. So we hope you''ll accept our invitation and participate in the Call-for-Presentations (CFP) for the ISM Annual Conference taking place May 18-20, 2021.

The CFP is open October 6 - November 6, 2020. The submission process is simple. You provide us with:

. Session Title
. Description
. Presenter(s)
. Presentation Type (ex. Panel, Poster, etc.)
. A sample video (your 2 minute or less commercial)

The CFP closes on November 6, 2020.

Don't miss your chance to share your story, interact with your peers, earn CEHs toward recertification and experience the annual conference both as a speaker and an attendee.

To learn more about the process, please click below.

ISM2021 | MAY 18-20, 2021 | VIRTUAL CONFERENCE

The ISM Annual Conference brings together more than 2,000 procurement and supply chain professionals. The event experience includes cutting edge education, networking with thought leaders and peers, and opportunities to meet with innovative suppliers to learn about the latest products and solutions.

Not unlike other events, we had to cancel our in-person conference in May, 2020. But, this gave us an opportunity to rethink, re-invent and rebuild the conference. Our CFP process is just one aspect of how you can be a part of the evolution. No more tracks (at least not yet). Think about the audience your presentation is meant for and what might be most important to them. You can even take the same presentation idea and adjust it based on different audience segments.

The virtual conference is going to be like no other experience. Inspiring keynotes, interactive education and networking and research data specifically designed for attendees and incorporated into conference sessions.

We look forward to sharing this experience with you.

Hi Charles,

ISM has confronted issues of fairness, equity, and inclusion in its own past. That led us as an organization to address inequality head on, in programming for supplier diversity, diversity and inclusion in the workforce, engagement with HBCUs, even the composition of the ISM Board, to cite but a few examples. We're proud of our history in leading positive change for the profession and remain committed to that vision for supply management today and into the future.

To continue to advance the profession, we are excited to announce the launch of the ISM Diversity and Inclusion Pledge.

This pledge focuses on:

Uniting our community through individual and corporate commitment to 4 actions around developing and supporting a diverse and inclusive supplier network and work environment
Providing continual support to those who take the pledge with regular delivery of tools, education, research and inspiration
Making a collective stand on our position and commitment to the importance of diversity and inclusion and stepping up in our commitment to providing education, research and content to advance the profession
Leading by example, by living the pledge commitments in our own business and supplier environments

LEARN MORE AND TAKE THE PLEDGE

We ask you to join us. Together, we can all make a difference.

Sincerely,

Your ISM Team

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Dear Charles:

The coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China (known as COVID-19) continues to roil markets and impact supply chains.

Institute for Supply Management^? (ISM^?) has created a special survey to gauge the impact of coronavirus on your organization.

Click here to take the coronavirus survey.

This survey should take 5 to 7 minutes to complete. The results will be made public and hopefully help organizations navigate these unchartered waters.

You will receive a reminder next week and the following week. The survey will close March 4.

Click here to take the coronavirus survey.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and opinions with us. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at plee@instituteforsupplymanagement.org or +1 (800) 888-6276, extension 3036.

Sincerely,

Paul Lee
Director, ISM Research & Analytics
Institute for Supply Management

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Dear Charles :

A recent survey to your fellow supply chain and procurement professionals, found that more than 44% didn't have a plan in place to address supply disruption from China. Peers, like you, are scrambling. Now, more than ever, having a powerful network that provides knowledge, connections and tools can be a difference maker.

We miss your affiliation with us, and we'd like to invite you back.

Institute for Supply Management^? (ISM^?) is driven to advance the profession, and we continue to improve the resources we provide our members and the professional community. Here are some examples:

Research Access: Get ISM research and news-to support and create positive business outcomes and grow your career-including ISM Report On Business^?, NMI, PMI, and Salary Survey.

Member Exclusive Webinars: Access a wide range of webinars, like our COVID-19 webinar series and the upcoming Sourcing Innovation: The Next Wave of Value. Each one is presented by subject matter experts on additional topics such as blockchain, category management and complex spend.

Member Monday: Start your week off right with practical and useful tools, templates, and leading industry articles for you and your team, delivered to your inbox each Monday.

Inside Supply Management^? Magazine: Receive Inside Supply Management^? Magazine delivered to you six times per year with industry news, innovative trends, ISM Report On Business^? coverage, CAPS Research analysis, leadership profiles, career strategies and more.

Your Path to Certification: Set yourself apart from the supply management competition while taking advantage of ISM member preferred pricing on certification programming materials and exams.

BECOME A MEMBER TODAY!

Coronavirus Resource Center

ISM is closely monitoring the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on supply management. Visit our Coronavirus Resource Center for a centralized place to gather news, resources and upcoming events centered on information you should know, and education and research you can access to mitigate the risks impacting your supply chain today.

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Dear Charles,

During these unprecedented times, ISM? has developed a Pandemic Toolkit to allow supply management professionals greater visibility and transparency into their existing supply chains.

The toolkit features:

Templates to help you quickly assess risk, globally map supplier locations, determine how much is spent with each, and more. The templates also allow for valuable information sharing with key stakeholders in your organization.

Models that include risk management process, portfolio analysis, supply chain logistics network, and more.

Resource guide that keeps you up-to-date and informed with international and national business guidelines to ensure your risk mitigation plan aligns with the World Health Organization (WHO) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

Recommended strategies to coordinate with your plan of action, including what processes and responses to take with different types of suppliers.

Framework and ideas that may be applied to existing business models.

Use the toolkit in conjunction with international, national and local health organization guidance, such as WHO and CDC, to ensure environmental conditions support employee personal health and safety, as well as business outcomes.

Join us for a free webinar presenting the benefits of the toolkit.