New Member Welcome

The Board of Directors welcomes these new members to the OKC Chapter of APICS. WELCOME!

October 2008

Martin Gregg

Monica Rogers - Clements Foods

September 2008

Parikshit Kulkami

Martin Gregg

Kamal Parekh - Oklahoma State University

August 2008

Cherry Bruner

 

Why Membership Matters...

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APICS Certification

APICS currently administers an internationally recognized certification program—Certified in Production and Inventory Management. With the addition of the CSCP designation, APICS enhances its validation of the disciplines within operations management, specifically production, inventory, enterprise, and supply chain management.

By earning the CPIM and CSCP designations, individuals validate their knowledge and skill set in the field of operations management. Obtaining an APICS certification shows a commitment to the profession that leads to a sense of accomplishment, demonstrates value to employers, enhances earning potential, and provides a path to career advancement.
To learn more about the APICS community, visit www.apics.org

 

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Professional Development Meetings

PDM's will resume in January 2009, so check back regularly for updates.

PDM Calendar

 

Upcoming Event

APICS Region 6 proudly presents the 5th annual APICS Six-Packed Conference in Dallas, Texas on February 6th and 7th.

This year's conference features over 30 sessions presented by recognized supply chain leaders covering 7 topical areas in the General Sessions and a Special Session called Lean Certificate Workshop. 

Earn 16 certification maintenance hours when you attend both days.

"Click" on the link for more details to the APICS Six-Packed Conference in Dallas, Texas on February 6th and 7th.

 

Pay Online

You now have the convenience of paying online for classes, seminars, workshops, and PDM's. Feel safe knowing we use one of the best and most secure online services, SecurePay. Please feel free to contact the ChapterVPInfo with any questions, comments, or concerns. We are here to serve you!

 

Five Great Reasons to Become an APICS Member!

 

1) Unmatched Education and Training - Improve job performance and achieve career success

2) World-Renowned APICS Certifications - Validate your knowledge and enhance your earning potential

3) Award-Winning Publications and Resources - Gain a competitive advantage through industry knowledge

4) An International APICS Community - Draw on the experience of experts in the field

5) Local Chapter Network - Develop leadership skills through APICS chapter participation

 

CSCP Information

CSCP Certification

 

Education

New Class Offerings!

Basic of Supply Chain Management Evening class 

This is a slower pace class that will be held on Monday evenings. It is a three hour class for seven Mondays.

This class is ideal for people who cannot commit to an all-day Saturday, or wish to take time to study each module.

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NEW! We recently received information from APICS Society stating Basics of Supply Chain Management (BSCM) is being re-written for 2009.

We encourage everyone who has not taken the BSCM exam to complete testing by the end of December.

 In addition, the BSCM class scheduled to start 12/01/08 has been rescheduled to begin 2/16/09. Registration deadline is 2/4/09.

The date change was necessary to provide the most updated material content as you prepare for the Basics exam. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the date change. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mina Cory .


New! Lean Enterprise Work Shop Series

The most successful individuals and organizations map out their goals to ensure they are achieved. When organizations decide to go lean, they need a skilled team to lead them. Build your skills and be a lean leader at your organization with the new APICS Lean Enterprise Workshop Series.

Learners will conduct analysis of issues such as; Increased lead-times and excess inventory, Participate in Kaizen exercises, Map the value stream and Draft a lean implementation plan for their own organizations.

LEAN classes beginning December 13th. Sign-up NOW!

 

Click here for the UPDATED ECO, BSCM, and LEAN class schedule.

 

CPIM Class Schedule

Get Your CPIM credentials in 6 months!

• Starting November 15th
- Execution and Control of Operations (ECO). Registration deadline November 3rd.

 

• Starting January 10, 2009
- Strategic Management of Resources (SMR). Registration deadline December 26th.

 

• Starting February 16, 2009
- Basics of Supply Chain Management (BSCM). Registration deadline February 2nd.

 

GO Ahead and Get that Certification You Always Wanted!

DO IT FOR YOU!

More classes being planned for 2009!