Mastering Supply Chain Operations with Comprehensive Checklists and Templates
Course Overview This comprehensive course is designed to equip supply chain professionals with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to master supply chain operations. Through a combination of interactive lessons, real-world examples, and hands-on projects, participants will gain a deep understanding of supply chain principles, practices, and technologies.
Course Curriculum Module 1: Supply Chain Fundamentals
- Introduction to Supply Chain Management: Understanding the basics of supply chain management, including its importance, benefits, and key concepts.
- Supply Chain Types and Structures: Exploring different types of supply chains, including make-to-stock, make-to-order, and engineer-to-order.
- Supply Chain Processes: Understanding the key processes involved in supply chain management, including procurement, production planning, and logistics.
Module 2: Supply Chain Strategy and Design
- Supply Chain Strategy Development: Learning how to develop a supply chain strategy that aligns with business objectives.
- Supply Chain Network Design: Understanding the principles of supply chain network design, including facility location and capacity planning.
- Supply Chain Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating risks in the supply chain, including supplier risk, demand risk, and disruption risk.
Module 3: Procurement and Sourcing
- Procurement Strategies: Exploring different procurement strategies, including category management and strategic sourcing.
- Supplier Selection and Management: Understanding the process of selecting and managing suppliers, including supplier evaluation and contract management.
- Contract Negotiation and Management: Learning how to negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers.
Module 4: Production Planning and Control
- Production Planning Fundamentals: Understanding the basics of production planning, including forecasting and capacity planning.
- Material Requirements Planning (MRP): Learning how to use MRP to plan and manage production.
- Production Scheduling and Control: Understanding the principles of production scheduling and control, including sequencing and prioritization.
Module 5: Logistics and Distribution
- Logistics Fundamentals: Understanding the basics of logistics, including transportation modes and warehouse management.
- Distribution Network Design: Learning how to design a distribution network that meets customer needs.
- Transportation Management: Understanding the principles of transportation management, including carrier selection and freight audit.
Module 6: Supply Chain Visibility and Analytics
- Supply Chain Visibility: Understanding the importance of supply chain visibility and how to achieve it.
- Supply Chain Analytics: Learning how to use data analytics to improve supply chain performance.
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Understanding the key metrics used to measure supply chain performance.
Module 7: Supply Chain Technology and Systems
- Supply Chain Technology Trends: Exploring the latest trends in supply chain technology, including blockchain and artificial intelligence.
- Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP): Understanding the role of ERP systems in supply chain management.
- Supply Chain Planning Systems: Learning how to use supply chain planning systems to improve supply chain performance.
Module 8: Supply Chain Sustainability and Social Responsibility
- Sustainability in Supply Chain: Understanding the importance of sustainability in supply chain management.
- Social Responsibility in Supply Chain: Exploring the role of social responsibility in supply chain management.
- Green Supply Chain Practices: Learning how to implement green supply chain practices.
Course Features - Interactive Lessons: Engaging video lessons with interactive elements.
- Real-World Examples: Case studies and examples from real-world supply chain scenarios.
- Hands-on Projects: Practical exercises and projects to apply learning.
- Comprehensive Checklists and Templates: Downloadable resources to support supply chain operations.
- Certification: Receive a certificate upon completion issued by The Art of Service.
- Lifetime Access: Access the course materials for a lifetime.
- Mobile-Accessible: Access the course on-the-go on your mobile device.
- Community-Driven: Join a community of supply chain professionals for support and networking.
What to Expect Upon completing this course, participants will have gained a comprehensive understanding of supply chain operations and be equipped with the tools and knowledge necessary to improve supply chain performance. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion issued by The Art of Service.,
Module 1: Supply Chain Fundamentals
- Introduction to Supply Chain Management: Understanding the basics of supply chain management, including its importance, benefits, and key concepts.
- Supply Chain Types and Structures: Exploring different types of supply chains, including make-to-stock, make-to-order, and engineer-to-order.
- Supply Chain Processes: Understanding the key processes involved in supply chain management, including procurement, production planning, and logistics.
Module 2: Supply Chain Strategy and Design
- Supply Chain Strategy Development: Learning how to develop a supply chain strategy that aligns with business objectives.
- Supply Chain Network Design: Understanding the principles of supply chain network design, including facility location and capacity planning.
- Supply Chain Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating risks in the supply chain, including supplier risk, demand risk, and disruption risk.
Module 3: Procurement and Sourcing
- Procurement Strategies: Exploring different procurement strategies, including category management and strategic sourcing.
- Supplier Selection and Management: Understanding the process of selecting and managing suppliers, including supplier evaluation and contract management.
- Contract Negotiation and Management: Learning how to negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers.
Module 4: Production Planning and Control
- Production Planning Fundamentals: Understanding the basics of production planning, including forecasting and capacity planning.
- Material Requirements Planning (MRP): Learning how to use MRP to plan and manage production.
- Production Scheduling and Control: Understanding the principles of production scheduling and control, including sequencing and prioritization.
Module 5: Logistics and Distribution
- Logistics Fundamentals: Understanding the basics of logistics, including transportation modes and warehouse management.
- Distribution Network Design: Learning how to design a distribution network that meets customer needs.
- Transportation Management: Understanding the principles of transportation management, including carrier selection and freight audit.
Module 6: Supply Chain Visibility and Analytics
- Supply Chain Visibility: Understanding the importance of supply chain visibility and how to achieve it.
- Supply Chain Analytics: Learning how to use data analytics to improve supply chain performance.
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Understanding the key metrics used to measure supply chain performance.
Module 7: Supply Chain Technology and Systems
- Supply Chain Technology Trends: Exploring the latest trends in supply chain technology, including blockchain and artificial intelligence.
- Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP): Understanding the role of ERP systems in supply chain management.
- Supply Chain Planning Systems: Learning how to use supply chain planning systems to improve supply chain performance.
Module 8: Supply Chain Sustainability and Social Responsibility
- Sustainability in Supply Chain: Understanding the importance of sustainability in supply chain management.
- Social Responsibility in Supply Chain: Exploring the role of social responsibility in supply chain management.
- Green Supply Chain Practices: Learning how to implement green supply chain practices.