Supply Chain Operations: Principles for Continuity and Sustainability

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1 Supply Chain Operations: Principles for Continuity and Sustainability Page 1 of 8

2 Why Attend When supply chains are weak, the flow of goods and services is interrupted, costs go up and customer satisfaction levels drop. Furthermore, the operations may result in a negative impact on society and the environment. In this course, we describe practices to make supply chains stronger and sustainable in the face of change. We start this course by learning about what makes strong and sustainable supply chains. We then outline various product and logistics design principles to help optimize performance. We also explore continuity planning practices for managing supply chain risks and interruptions. Finally, we turn our attention to improving supply stream resilience through effective stakeholder engagement and progressive sustainability principles. Course Methodology This course uses a variety of individual exercises, team exercises, assessments, case studies, games, videos and discussion boards. Course Objectives By the end of the course, participants will be able to: Identify the foundations of strong supply chains for continuity and sustainable operations Outline supply chain design practices for optimum performance Engage in continuity planning to manage supply chain interruptions Develop stakeholder engagement strategies to improve supply stream resilience Recognize ethical, sustainability and responsibility practices as a backbone for strong supply chains Target Audience This course is designed to cater for supply chain professionals across different functions, namely planning, procurement, warehousing, transportation, logistics and inventory management. Target Competencies Supply chain management Logistics Procurement Supply chain design Continuity planning Sustainability Stakeholder engagement Vendor relations Work ethics Note Course Outline Features of strong supply chains Supply chain overview Supply chain objectives Strategic, tactical and operational elements of supply chain Supply chain impact on society and the environment Defining strength and resilience in supply chains Supply and operations planning Fit for purpose design Resilience in face of change Aligning supply chain with corporate strategy Stakeholder relations Strong principles as a compass for decision-making Page 2 of 8

3 Design principles for resilient supply chains Supply chain people competencies Acquiring talent Developing competencies Retaining talent Process design for productivity in implementation Supporting technologies Systems Fundamental data analytics Performance measurement and improvement Product and service design principles for operations Supply continuity planning Introduction to risk and continuity planning Risk and continuity planning process overview Risk management terms and concepts Scoping supply chain risk Risk charters and documentation Risk management templates Risk administration Risk analysis Measuring impact of risk Measuring likelihood of risk Quantifying risk Mapping risks (risk heat maps) Risk response strategies Accept, reject and transfer Mitigation and contingency planning Managing risk charter Elements of risk charter Ownership of risk charter Defining risk accountabilities and responsibilities The charter as a live document Monitoring and controlling supply chain risks Stakeholder engagement Key Stakeholder identification Supplier segregation Demand-side partners Stakeholders and internal influencers Developing a communications plan Message scope and clarity Identifying stakeholders Mapping stakeholders Customized messaging Distribution of roles Managing change Technical elements of change (Logos) Political elements of change (Ethos) Emotional elements of change (Pathos) Page 3 of 8

4 Ethical principles as a core strength Ethical code of conduct Corporate culture and risk appetite Cultural considerations Ethical considerations Legal considerations Sustainability in supply chains Financial sustainability Environmental sustainability Social sustainability Responsibility programs across supply tiers Page 4 of 8

5 Associations Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) : Meirc is an Approved Training Provider (ATP) in the region for the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT). Established in 1919, CILT is the world s leading supply chain, logistics and transport professional body with over 33,000 members across the globe. CILT seeks to add value to individual and corporate members by enhancing their knowledge, careers, and businesses by setting, supporting and delivering professional standards and education in the fields of logistics, transport and supply chain. By attending Meirc s CILT accredited courses, participants can earn CPD units as well as attain modular unit award courses that can be combined for international certification Location & Date 30 Jun - 4 Jul, 2019 English Dubai Media Rotana 1-5 Dec, 2019 English Dubai To be assigned Fees: US$ (including coffee breaks and a buffet lunch daily) Per participant US$ 4800 Fees + VAT as applicable UAE Tax Registration Number Page 5 of 8

6 Courses in Procurement and Supply Chain Management Dates Course Name Language Location Fees 7-11 Apr, 2019 Warehouse Operations and Management Arabic Dubai US$ Apr, 2019 CILT Certificate in Supply Chain and Logistics Management English Dubai US$ Apr - 2 May, 2019 The Successful Buyer Jun, 2019 Logistics Management Arabic Dubai US$ Jun - 4 Jul, 2019 CILT Certified Procurement Professional Arabic Dubai US$ Jul, 2019 Leading and Managing Vendor Relations Jul, 2019 CILT Certificate in Supply Chain and Logistics Management Aug, 2019 Purchasing Management and Cost Saving Techniques English Vienna US$ Sep, 2019 Materials and Supply Chain Management 1-5 Sep, 2019 Purchasing Management and Cost Saving Techniques 8-12 Sep, 2019 Procurement Planning and Bid Management Arabic Dubai US$ Sep, 2019 Supply Chain Risk Management Sep, 2019 Developing Purchasing Policies, Processes and SLAs 29 Sep - 3 Oct, 2019 CILT Certified Procurement Professional English Dubai US$ Oct, 2019 Leading and Managing Vendor Relations English Istanbul US$ Oct, 2019 CILT Certificate in Supply Chain and Logistics Management Oct, 2019 Negotiation Strategies for Better Purchasing Value Oct, 2019 Strategic Sourcing: 7 Steps for Better Procurement Value Arabic Dubai US$ Nov, 2019 Warehouse Operations and Management Nov, 2019 CILT Certificate in Fleet and Transport Management English Dubai US$ Nov, 2019 Materials and Supply Chain Management Nov, 2019 CILT Certified Procurement Professional Arabic Dubai US$ Nov, 2019 Logistics Management 1-5 Dec, 2019 Purchasing Management and Cost Saving Techniques 8-12 Dec, 2019 CILT Certificate in Stock Management, Forecasting and Demand Planning Arabic Dubai US$ 4800 English Dubai US$ Dec, 2019 Leading and Managing Vendor Relations Page 6 of 8

7 Courses in Procurement and Supply Chain Management Dates Course Name Language Location Fees Dec, 2019 The Successful Buyer Arabic Dubai US$ Dec, 2019 CILT Certificate in Supply Chain and Logistics Management English Dubai US$ 5100 Page 7 of 8

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