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The Platinum Medallion is awarded to APICS chapters that provide "exemplary member services and professional development opportunities to APICS members and customers" for more than 5 years in a row.
 

Detailed Scheduling & Planning
Workshop

The Detailed Scheduling and Planning (DS&P) module is generally the third module and exam completed in the Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) process.

This course focuses on techniques for material and capacity scheduling and includes detailed descriptions of material requirements planning (MRP), capacity requirements planning (CRP), inventory management practices, and procurement and supplier planning.  Participants will learn to identify types of inventory and their impact on the planning process; describe order review methodologies, safety-stock processes, and effects of inventory on investment; and understand the concepts essential for supplier partnerships and product development.

Topics include:

  • Recognizing Techniques and Practices of Inventory Management
  • Planning Operations to Support the Priority Plan
  • Mechanics of the Detailed Material Planning Process
  • Planning Procurement and External Sources of Supply

 

3 sessions: Location: Course Content Questions?
8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Saturday, May 13, 2011
Friday, May 14, 2011
Saturday, May 21, 2011

North Run Corporate Center

1630 East Parham Road Richmond, VA 23228
Room 134

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Cost:  
(includes Participant Workbook, and sample test question CD)
$375 for APICS members (must give APICS ID)
$450 for non-members


Registration deadline: April 30, 2011

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