The APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) provides a comprehensive body of knowledge, best practices and standards to allow candidates to better respond to supply disruptions, respond to demand variations and manage supply chain risk.
CPIM serves the needs of both professionals and employers around the world by making you a more valuable asset to your organization and keeping you and your organization more competitive in today’s global economy.
Why should I earn the CPIM?
The pandemic caused a major shift in consumer demand and put a spotlight on supply chain vulnerabilities. This makes planning more important than ever, and the CPIM program gives you the tools and skills to address these challenges.
Earning the APICS CPIM demonstrates mastery of an organization’s internal operations and an in-depth understanding of materials management, master scheduling, forecasting, production planning and how it applies across the extended supply chain.
After earning the CPIM you will be able to:
- Increase inventory accuracy and reduce inventory
- Improve forecasting
- Improve the S&OP process
- Manage and apply capacity resource planning
- Work more productively with your company’s ERP system
What will I study?
The CPIM Learning System content is divided in to 14 modules across two parts. The concepts and best practices you learn will help you elevate your job performance, drive improvement in the efficiency of planning and operations, and make a positive impact on your organization’s overall bottom line.
CPIM Part 2
Module 1: Strategy
Module 2: Sales and Operations Planning
Module 3: Demand
Module 4: Supply
Module 5: Inventory
Module 6: Detailed Schedules
Module 7: Distribution
Module 8: Quality, Continuous Improvement, and Technology
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Who Should Pursue CPIM?
A CPIM education is essential for professionals involved in:
- Production and inventory management
- Operations
- Supply chain management
- Procurement
- Materials management
- Purchasing
- Distribution
Become a Member!
Being an ASCM PRSJ member means joining a network of impassioned individuals dedicated to creating a better world through supply chain management. With discounts on APICS certification courses; professional development; events; and exclusive access to our insights, research and online community, you’ll have the tools you need to drive your career and your organization forward.
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