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1 FRONT RANGE NEWS August 2015 Advancing Productivity, Innovation and Competitive Success SUPPLY CHAIN NETWORKING EVENT Don t miss the most popular Colorado supply chain networking event of the year! Hosted and Organized By: Don't miss Colorado's most popular supply chain networking event. The 9th Annual Summer Supply Chain Networking Event hosted by APICS Colorado Chapter, The Daniels College of Business Department of Marketing, The Denver Transportation Club, and The University of Denver Transportation Institute. A great way to meet your fellow supply chain and transportation professionals. Last year over 130 of you met, exchanged cards, shared war stories, and made contacts. One person noted it was the fastest two hours they could remember. Others have commented on how an important connection was made here. Register now and come join us. Registration is now open. When: Where: Fee: Thursday, August 6th from 5:30 pm until 8:00 pm The Joy Burns Center at the University of Denver (Map) $10 by credit card covers 1 parking pass, hors d'oeuvres, 2 beverages, and lots of networking with Denver's Supply Chain community! Register at Sponsored By: 1

2 Honey s Happenings Welcome to APICS year ! This will be filled with education opportunities, networking events and opportunities to share with your supply chain colleagues! I would like to extend my sincere Thank You to the Colorado APICS Chapter Board of Directors for a productive, dynamic and eventful year. Your Board put in a significant amount of personal time and effort behind the scenes to make each of the courses, events and activities memorable. I hope you were able to share a few of the outstanding events with our Colorado Chapter. Thank you also, to our member volunteers for additional help during the year was an exceptional year for Colorado Chapter education, with outstanding courses providing frequent life-long learning opportunities. Both public and privately held courses continue to receive rave reviews. Be sure to read the quotes from Colorado APICS Chapter students expressing their high regards for Colorado Chapter courses and instructors later this newsletter. Check the schedule for upcoming classes this fall to help you maintain your supply chain edge. Programs will be providing many worthwhile opportunities to learn new skills, discuss current relevant topics and network with fellow colleagues at monthly professional development meetings and local area tours. Programs will provide details and schedules on upcoming events in this newsletter and updates in the coming months as additional activities are planned. Just around the corner, our acclaimed networking event co-hosted with other area supply chain organizations. Each year I am asked about this great opportunity to contribute ideas and experiences with our colleagues in supply chain. Be sure to sign up quickly for the August 6 th Networking Event at Denver University. It continues to be a highly anticipated and rewarding evening of camaraderie and sharing. Don t miss out! Registration information is on the cover page of this newsletter. In late July we held our annual Strategic Planning meeting to review last year s accomplishments and set the coming year s goals and objectives. I appreciate the time and contributions from all the participants who help define strategies for the year. In future newsletters, I will be sharing those goals with you. I hope you have an opportunity to join us throughout the year. Learn from industry experts, mingle with contemporaries, learn from colleagues, and listen to great speakers. Students and seasoned professionals can benefit from the wealth of knowledge our Colorado chapter has to offer. I look forward to continuing the Colorado APICS Chapter s tradition of excellence and sharing it with you. Please contact me if you have any questions, comments or suggestions for our Colorado APICS Chapter. Best Regards, Honey Johnson, CFPIM, CIRM, C.P.M., CSCP President, Colorado APICS Chapter 81 2

3 Welcome to 2015 Fall Courses Please complete your registration early. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis and some facilities have limited class space. In addition, classes may be canceled if there is insufficient enrollment. Classes run from 1 to 10 weeks. Generally, eight/ten-week courses meet once per week and four/fiveweek courses meet twice per week. Saturday classes are 8 hours plus an hour for lunch. If you have any questions about class schedules or locations call Lois Adlfinger at (303) You may register by fax, phone, mail or Mail: Lois Adlfinger Phone: (303) Fax: Lois Adlfinger Administrative Mgr. (866) C/O APICS P.O. Box Denver, Colorado apicsco81@aol.com Unemployed? Contact us for optional fee payment schedule! Members Non-Members (with Membership fees) Single course prices for CPIM with test/books: $ 650 $ 855 Guaranteed CPIM Series with test/books: $2900 $3100 CSCP Program with Test, Books and e-learning $2900 $3100 Lean Enterprise Workshop with book $ 700 $ 900 Global Sourcing Executive Overview $ 250 $ 275 Customer Focused Supply Chain Management $ 250 $ 300 Exam/Workbook expense included with the CPIM and CSCP Course fee. (Membership included for non-members as noted above) Please do not send (cash/check) course fees with registration. Bring the required fees to the instructor at the first class meeting or register and pay with Visa or MasterCard card. Make checks payable to APICS Colorado Chapter 81. Your registration fee includes the cost of the required student guide and an exam credit. Lois will test registration bulletins when you register for class. Directions to Classes will be ed to you upon registration 3

4 Colorado Chapter 81 Fall 2015 Courses Class Instructor Location Start Date Time CPIM Course Program Accelerated Guaranteed Basics of Supply Chain Management R. Harris / H. Johnson DirecTV Englewood, CO Saturdays (2 ½ weeks) Sept. 12, 19 & ½ day Sept. 26 8:00 am 5:00 pm Basics of Supply Chain Management Master Planning of Resources R. Abeyta R. Harris / H. Johnson Cerapedics Westminster, CO DirecTV Englewood, CO Mondays starting 9/21/15 (10 weeks) Saturdays (2 weeks) Oct. 17 & 24, :45 pm 8:00 pm 8:00 am 5:00 pm Master Planning of Resources Detailed Scheduling and Planning B. Abeyta H. McClintock / R. Harris Cerapedics Westminster, CO DirecTV Englewood, CO Mondays starting 12/7/15 (7 weeks) Saturdays (2 weeks) Nov. 14 & 21, :45 pm 8:00 pm 8:00 am 5:00 pm Detailed Scheduling and Execution and Control of Operations B. Abeyta H. McClintock. Cerapedics Westminster, CO DirecTV Englewood, CO Mondays starting 2/22/16 (9 weeks) Saturdays (2 weeks) Dec. 12 & 19, :45 pm 8:00 pm 8:00 am 5:00 pm Execution and Control of Operations Strategic Management of Resources B. Abeyta R. Harris / H. Johnson Cerapedics Westminster, CO DirecTV Englewood, CO Monday Evenings for 7 weeks Saturdays (2 weeks) Jan. 9 & 16, :45 pm 8:00 pm 8:00 am 5:00 pm Strategic Management of Resources B. Abeyta Cerapedics Westminster, CO CSCP Program TBD Hunter Douglas Broomfield, CO Monday Evenings for 7 weeks Saturdays (5 weeks) Oct. 3, 10, 24 & Nov. 14 & 21, :45 pm 8:00 pm 8:00 am 5:00 pm Fundamentals Courses Available upon Request Fundamentals: Inventory Control - Manufacturing Control - Operations Management Planning Fundamentals CLASS REGISTRATION FORM NAME: PHONE: COMPANY: FAX: APICS MEMBER: YES NO Membership # Course: Day of Week: Location: Cost $ Course: Day of Week: Location: Cost $ Course: Day of Week: Location: Cost $ You may pay by Master Card or Visa. Fill out the following form and fax it to Lois Adlfinger at (866) before the first scheduled class. You may also pay the instructor at first class, make checks payable to: APICS Colorado Chapter 81 Account # Exp. Date CVV# Signature Directions will be ed to you 4

5 APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Program CSCP Learning System Components: The CSCP Learning System is a comprehensive professional development program that will help candidates prepare for the CSCP examination. The learning system is based on the CSCP body of knowledge and features print-based study modules as well as online tools, including an assessment component that enhances the learning experience by enabling participants to check the progress of their studies and their understanding of the content. Get more information at: CSCP Examinations: Denver, Colorado Computer Based Testing scheduled for: July 11 Aug. 29, 2015 or Oct. 21 Dec. 19, 2015 Eligibility for CSCP: Must submit application of eligibility at least two weeks prior to exam registration CPIM / CFPIM / CIRM, SCOR-P, C.P.M., or CPSM Certification OR Bachelor s degree or international equivalent OR Three years supply chain experience CSCP Modules ---Three Modules---One Exam Session 1: Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management Session 2: Supply Chain Strategy, Design and Compliance Session 3: Implementation and Operations Colorado Chapter Courses for CSCP: We have room for 15 students Classes for March - May exam: 5 Saturdays: Oct. 3, 10, 24, 2015 & Nov. 14, 21, 2015 Classes are offered at Hunter Douglas, Broomfield, Colorado Class includes one set of student materials, including online access and Exam Credit. $2900 for members, $3100 for non-members including APICS Membership. Retakes are $450 To Register Contact Lois Adlfinger at (303) or apicsco81@aol.com Attending the 5 day CSCP course conducted Colorado APICS is highly recommended for anyone preparing to take the APICS CSCP exam. Their knowledge and work related experience in the Global Supply Chain industry was a great help in teaching the concepts in a fun and enjoyable learning setting. There is so much information to study, without this class it would be an overwhelming task to complete on an independent level. Stephen Robles C.P.M, CPIM, CSCP, Director of Materials & Warehouse Operations If you have interest in this program, you can contact Roger Harris, VP of Education (303) / rharris@msstech.com 5

6 Guaranteed Schedule for Fall CPIM Accelerated Courses Again this year we will be offering a chance to sign up for the CPIM certification courses at one time and be assured that the classes would not be cancelled. Here is how it will work: The program will consist of all five of the CPIM modules, unless you have already started taking courses, in which case your fees will be adjusted. One price will include all five-course fees and exam credit and all five participant workbooks $2900 for APICS Members and $3100 for Non-Members Payment for all courses is due before the start of the first course. Minimum of 12 students must enroll. Classes will not be cancelled (even if some students drop out), since they are scheduled and paid for by the whole class in the beginning. Accelerated classes at will be held at DirecTV on Saturday s for 8 hours 8 am until 5 pm (1 hour lunch) Basics of Supply Chain Management for 2½ weekends (Sept. 12, 19, 26 (½ day)) Break Master Planning of Resources for 2 weekends (Oct. 17 & 24, 2015) Break Detailed Planning and Scheduling for 2 weekends (Nov. 14 & 21, 2015) Break Execution and Control of Operations for 2 weekends (Dec. 12 & 19, 2015) Break Strategic Management of Resources for 2 weekends (Jan. 9 & 16, 2016) APICS has been offering classes at WhiteWave s headquarters, which has been truly beneficial for our company. We recently completed the five CPIM courses, and had people from all areas of the supply chain enrolled. In a fast-paced, evolving field like Operations and Supply Chain, it s important to stay informed with new practices and ideas. APICS allows busy professionals to gain important knowledge and skills while only committing a couple hours a week at class. It s all possible because of the dedicated instructors that make learning easy with their passion to teach and real-world expertise. Ben Osenbaugh, Fluid Transportation Logistics Specialist, WhiteWave Foods Company If you have interest in this program, you can contact Roger Harris, VP of Education (303) / rharris@msstech.com 6

7 What are Students saying about APICS Education in Colorado? Throughout my career I have learned anything you can do to set yourself apart from the competition is a great advantage which is why I initially took the APICS classes to pass the CPIM certification tests. By the end of the classes I realized that there were so many other areas of supply chain that I learned about and I am grateful for my expanded knowledge that I can apply in my work. Since getting my CPIM certification I have since been approached about a great promotion that will help take me to the next level in my career. Heather Kniker, CPIM, AT&T Supply Chain Manager After recently obtaining my CPIM certification through the completion of all the APICS requirements, I can honestly say it has greatly broadened my understanding and capacity to function at not only the tactical level, but also the strategic level within the Supply Chain Management organization. The information and insight provided by the APICS instructors through the learning material is truly invaluable in today s complex, global realm of business. Brett Horacek, CPIM, CSCP, Supply Chain Management, Hospira, Inc. I recently was able to complete my CPIM certification and the education classes were instrumental in my success. I took the first test without class and had to study 3 times more than I needed on any of the other courses. The interaction during the classes with the instructor and other students help me remember items better and have a good sense of how things happen in the real world and not just in the text books. The instructors that I had were very knowledgeable and able to answer any questions. The instructors were also very receptive to helping outside of class. I don't think I would have been able to complete the entire certification in 5 months without the classes and help from the instructors. Michael Atwell, CPIM, Manager of Business Operations, Arrow Electronics I was able to take and pass the CPIM exam suite with the help of the courses offered by my local APICS (Chapter 81) organization. The detailed review of their materials allowed me to pass each exam at the first attempt. Class discussion and the real life examples of the concepts helped my understanding enormously. I subsequently took the CSCP classes and just passed that exam last week. The bi-weekly classes were key to my success. I feel well prepared to handle the challenges of the fast paced Supply Chain environment! Caren King, MBB, CSCP, CPIM, Program Manager, Supply Chain Operations, Seagate Technology "Between the classes, the material, and preparing for the exam, I learned a ton that I can apply to work. I am fairly new to Supply Chain, just 4 years, so this experience has been extremely beneficial!" Randy Sullivan, CSCP, Sr. Manager, SCM Planning & Forecasting, Supply Chain Management, DirecTV Colorado APICS Education Real People, Real Results!! 7

8 Congratulations Member of the Year! Joe Grigg, VP of Membership, presents Steve Quiat with the APICS Colorado Chapter Member of the Year Award at the May Professional Development Meeting. Steve served the Colorado Chapter as the VP of Programs for the 2014/2015 year. Congratulations Steve! Congratulations New CSCP s!! Congratulations to these folks for achieving CSCP! Pictured at the May Professional Development Meeting are, from left to right, Jorge Fiz, Cindy Bramon, Ronald Doug Holden, and Mary Busam, after receiving their CSCP pins and $100 bills from Roger Harris, VP of Education. 8

9 Must Be Present to Win! Joe Grigg, VP of Membership, presents Eric Waski with a crisp $100 bill. Eric won the drawing that is held at every Professional Development Meeting. If you are a member and your name is drawn and you are in attendance, you could be our next lucky winner! Congratulations Eric! Chapter End of Year Celebration and Networking Event at Spero Winery June and Clyde Spero share the joy of wine making and tasting with Carole and Bob Bartusiak. Rick Nevin, Dan Clark, Joe Grigg and Nate Braddock enjoy the munchies and wine. 9

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11 STATE FUNDED CSCP AND CPIM CERTIFICATION AND LEAN CLASSES FOR UNEMPLOYED The state of Colorado will pay for you to become CSCP or CPIM certified if you are unemployed. CSCP and CPIM certifications are considered in demand for Colorado and the state will pay your tuition fee if you are unemployed. Lean classes are now state funded as well. Free APICS Membership extension for unemployed. Download application from For more information call Lois Adlfinger at (303) ADVERTISE YOUR COMPANY HERE! The Front Range News is published monthly, August through November, and January through May, by APICS Colorado Chapter 81. Take advantage of advertising your company or yourself in Front Range News. Colorado Chapter members can place quarter page and business card size ads in this newsletter at 50% off published rates. Business card ads are $17.50 per issue and quarter page ads are only $40 per issue with this reduction. Save money and increase your business with this limited time offer! Advertising rates for camera ready copy: Size Price Size Price Size Price Business Card $ 35 ½ Page $130 Full Page Insert $200 ¼ Page $ 80 Full Page $150 Discounts: 20% for 3 months, 25% for 6 months, 30% for 9 months. advertising copy and articles to Wayne Meis, Director of Publications at wayne_meis@yahoo.com. COMPANIES ARE HIRING INCREASE YOUR VISIBILITY! APICS Colorado Chapter 81 gets about 10 hits a month from leading companies looking for you! Supply Chain Managers, Planner/Schedulers, Purchasing Agents. The list goes on. If you are in the market for employment and would like to make use of our RESUME BANK, please send your resume to: Lois Adlfinger, PO Box 40242, Denver, CO and she will make your search a little easier by forwarding your resume to companies looking for someone like YOU. Check the chapter s website for job postings. Do you know members who have not attended a Professional Development Meeting for a while? Anyone who brings one of these folks who has not been to a PDM in the last 12 months will be eligible to receive a $10 gift card from APICS Colorado. 11

12 BOARD OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, COMMITTEE MEMBERS AND ADMINISTRATORS PRESIDENT VP OF PROGRAMS VP OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT VP OF MEMBERSHIP Honey Johnson, CFPIM, CIRM, Joe Grigg, CSCP Roger Harris, CFPIM, CIRM, Nate Braddock, CPIM, CSCP C.P.M., CSCP C.P.M., PMP, CSCP, CPSM MSS Technologies Colorado National Guard MSS Technologies KBI Biopharma x x Nate Braddock, CPIM, CSCP DIRECTOR OF SECRETARY DIR OF SPEAKERS CLASSES/MATERIALS MANAGER DIR OF COMPANY COORDINATORS Jamie Swan, CSCP Open Lois Adlfinger, CPIM, CSCP Ken Cruise, CPIM Hunter Douglas Adlfinger Operations and Charter Communications Accounting Management WEBMASTER DIR OF FACILITIES ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER/CHAPTER PDM RESERVATIONS DIR OF PUBLICATIONS Chris Tomlin, CSCP, CPIM Open Lois Adlfinger, CPIM, CSCP Wayne Meis Sundyne Corp Adlfinger Operations and Cigna Accounting Management TREASURER DIR OF STUDENT ACTIVITIES DIR OF SOCIAL NETWORKING Gary Williams, CPIM Open Open Lightning Eliminators At the May Professional Development Meeting, the 2015/2016 APICS Colorado Board of Directors was introduced. Pictured from left to right are Nate Braddock, VP Membership; Gary Williams, Treasurer; Roger Harris, VP Education; Joe Grigg, VP Programs; Jamie Swan, Secretary; and Honey Johnson, President. 12

13 APICS Certification Maintenance Guidelines (from the APICS.org corporate website) You have worked hard to achieve certification. Keeping your certification up-to-date and active shows your dedication to your career in operations and supply chain management and helps boost your standing within your organization and the industry. Maintaining your certification is easy, and you can submit your maintenance application at any point in the maintenance cycle: Log in to your APICS account Access the online maintenance application Choose the designation you need to maintain Fill in the number of points you have earned in each category Pay the fee and submit the application APICS certification maintenance requirements APICS CPIM program APICS CSCP program APICS CFPIM program Must earn a total of 75 professional development points every five years YES YES Must earn a total of 100 professional development points every five years If you do not maintain your certification within five years, your credentials are suspended. YES YES YES YES With each additional year your certification is suspended, you are required to submit more professional development points to reinstate your certification. YES (15 additional points per year required) YES (15 additional points per year required) YES (20 additional points per year required) If you do not maintain certification within five years of suspension, your certification is terminated, and you will be required to retake your exam(s). YES YES YES Click here for the online maintenance application Helpful information: Professional development activities that are ineligible toward certification maintenance Professional development activities that are eligible toward certification maintenance 13

14 Calendar of Events July Colorado APICS Chapter Strategic Planning Meeting August Board of Directors Meeting 06 Networking Event at DU (See Cover) September Board of Directors Meeting 09 Professional Development Meeting October Board of Directors Meeting 14 Professional Development Meeting November Board of Directors Meeting 11 Professional Development Meeting December Board of Directors Meeting No PDM in December Happy Holidays APICS Colorado Chapter 81 PO Box Denver CO First Class Mail US Postage PAID Permit #77 Wheat Ridge, CO 14