EXPLORE EVENTS FROM APICS

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EXPLORE EVENTS FROM APICS APICS offers end-to-end supply chain, logistics and operations management events. Our conferences, seminars and events are designed to help you advance your career and company performance. The 2018 schedule also includes the Executive Education series designed to help supply chain leaders drive change across their organizations. Take time this year to grow your knowledge and bring best practices to your overall supply chain operations. This guide provides detailed information on our world-class events. Browse to find course descriptions, schedules, instructor biographies and registration information. Principles of Sales and Operations Planning Sales and Operations Planning Workshop Supply Chain Risk Management Managing for Supply Chain Excellence Principles and Practices of Demand Management Principles and Practices of Material Requirements Planning Principles of Distribution and Logistics Principles of Inventory Accuracy Register today! apics.org/2018events

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Principles of Sales and Operations Planning Executive Education series In today s complex marketplace, effective planning and performance metrics are critical. A successful S&OP process integrates financial, marketing and operational planning to create overarching strategic plans for the business. APICS provides forward-looking programs that will prepare you to collaboratively participate in the S&OP process. The APICS Principles of S&OP seminar provides managers and planners a comprehensive review of the principles and functions of S&OP. Attendees participate in exercises and discussions on the elements of data collection, demand and supply planning, and conducting the pre- and executive S&OP meetings. The presenter leads attendees through sales and marketing planning, resource requirements planning, distribution planning and more. Attend the APICS Principles of S&OP seminar and learn how to: Identify the necessary inputs needed for and the outputs from the S&OP process Calculate the data elements for the S&OP process Utilize the S&OP planning grid Translate what you have learned from the S&OP process into production and inventory plans Understand the impact that S&OP output has on the distribution plan Individuals who attend an APICS S&OP seminar will receive 7 core contact hours toward the APICS S&OP Education Certificate, a comprehensive program that enables professionals to demonstrate their commitment to and understanding of S&OP principles and functions. To learn more about this seminar and the S&OP Education Certificate, visit apics.org/sop. Register at apics.org/2018events Dates February 22, 2018 March 8, 2018 Los Angeles, California March 15, 2018 Washington, D.C. April 12, 2018 Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas April 19, 2018 May 17, 2018 Charlotte, North Carolina June 12, 2018 August 9, 2018 September 29, 2018 November 8, 2018 November 15, 2018 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Price APICS member $399 Nonmember $499 Presenter: Anthony Zampello, CPIM, CIRM, CSCP Anthony Zampello is a consultant, educator and trainer. He is currently a member of the adjunct faculty at Bentley University. He has spent more than 30 years working in diverse industries and markets as well as managing a wide range of initiatives including S&OP, enterprise resource planning, system implementations and lead time reductions. Zampello is an industry expert in certification exam preparation and works with APICS chapters to conduct training sessions for major corporate accounts. APICS 2018 EVENTS 5

Sales and Operations Planning Workshop Executive Education series Understanding the components of the S&OP process is one thing, but actually conducting the five-step S&OP process is another. Our one-day S&OP workshop fills this gap by providing participants an opportunity to perform a simulated S&OP process from beginning to end. Based on a company case study, participants use Excel spreadsheets and graphs to conduct the five-step S&OP process in make-to-stock and make-to-order environments. The focus is on S&OP teams who are responsible for defining product families, developing the demand and supply plans, and problem solving. Through classroom discussion and practical, hands-on exercises, the S&OP workshop enables participants to: Explore how to use the five-step S&OP process in detail Use a hands-on approach that emphasizes simulated problem solving and team collaboration Assemble agendas and conduct S&OP meetings Apply S&OP grids to perform simulations Arrive at a successful S&OP process output that can be used to drive marketing, sales and operations until the next S&OP meeting Dates February 23, 2018 April 20, 2018 June 13, 2018 August 10, 2018 October 3, 2018 November 9, 2018 Price APICS member $599 Nonmember $699 By the conclusion of the workshop, participants will acquire a basket of practical tools to make their S&OP programs work more smoothly, enhance forecast accuracy, increase productivity and reduce operational costs. To attend the S&OP workshop, participants must have attended the one-day APICS Principles of Sales and Operations Planning seminar that provides them with the necessary foundations of S&OP. The workshop counts for 5 elective contact hours toward the APICS S&OP Education Certificate. Upon completion of the APICS Principles of Sales and Operations Planning and the Sales and Operations Planning Workshop, attendees will have completed the requirements for the APICS S&OP Education Certificate. Register at apics.org/2018events Presenter: Anthony Zampello, CPIM, CIRM, CSCP Anthony Zampello is a consultant, educator and trainer. He is currently a member of the adjunct faculty at Bentley University. He has spent more than 30 years working in diverse industries and markets as well as managing a wide range of initiatives including S&OP, enterprise resource planning, system implementations and lead time reductions. Zampello is an industry expert in certification exam preparation and works with APICS chapters to conduct training sessions for major corporate accounts. 6 APICS 2018 EVENTS

Supply Chain Risk Management Executive Education series The world of supply chain is complex and ever-changing. Organizations must be careful or they may leave their supply chains vulnerable to a series of risks. Unfortunately, proactive risk management is not always a top agenda item. The APICS Supply Chain Risk Management seminar provides participants with a glimpse of the global supply chain risk landscape. Definitions of risk management and new techniques and tactics to mitigate risk are discussed, along with profiles of early adopters of risk management. Attend the APICS Supply Chain Risk Management seminar and learn how to: Mitigate global supply chain risk Leverage the heat map tool to assess risk within your supply chain Use business continuity planning Create a resilient supply chain Manage political uncertainty and risk considerations Dates April 26, 2018 Parsippany, New Jersey May 17, 2018 Los Angeles, California September 29, 2018 November 15, 2018 Price APICS member $399 Nonmember $499 Attendees will receive 7 core contact hours toward the APICS Risk Management Education Certificate. By earning this certificate, you demonstrate your commitment to protecting your organization from supply chain risk and your ability to balance rewards and risks in the decision-making process. To learn more about this seminar and the Risk Management Education Certificate, visit apics.org/risk. Register at apics.org/2018events Presenter: Gregory L. Schlegel, CPIM Gregory Schlegel is the founder of the Supply Chain Risk Management Consortium, an executive-in-residence at the Center for Value Chain Research, an adjunct professor of supply chain risk management at Lehigh University and an APICS past president. He has held supply chain executive positions with several Fortune 100 companies and spent seven years as an IBM supply chain executive consultant. Schlegel is a frequent speaker at conferences, seminars, webinars and professional development meetings. APICS 2018 EVENTS 7

Managing for Supply Chain Excellence Executive Education series Supply chain leaders who successfully align supply chain strategy with their business goals are at the helm of the world s most competitive companies. Join us at APICS headquarters for the new Supply Chain Excellence workshop, a one-day, executive-level program that provides actionable leadership training and tools. This workshop introduces a new framework, Managing for Supply Chain Excellence (M4SCE), developed by the makers of SCOR. The workshop is presented by APICS Executive Vice President of Corporate Development Peter Bolstorff, author of the book, Supply Chain Excellence: A Handbook for Dramatic Improvement Using the SCOR Model. Dates April 25, 2018 July 25, 2018 Price APICS member $399 Nonmember $499 Attendees will walk away with: A deep understanding of the SCOR and M4SCE frameworks An actionable check list to gauge supply chain maturity Tested strategies to integrate supply chain, network, resource management and talent development with the top and bottom lines of the business Workshop agenda: Define your supply chain and channels Summarize competitive requirements in your industry Introduce and use online performance alignment tools Network with geographic map and thread diagrams Create a process blueprint Analyze your status: data integrity, system utilization, skills inventory Register at apics.org/2018events Presenter: Peter A. Bolstorff, CSCP, SCOR-P Peter Bolstorff oversees the APICS for Business value proposition that includes supply chain talent development and corporate supply chain performance. Bolstorff, the respected author of Supply Chain Excellence: A Handbook for Dramatic Improvement Using the SCOR Model, brings over 25 years of experience in supply chain and operations management to the position. Bolstorff joined APICS as the executive director for the then newly merged APICS Supply Chain Council. Prior to joining APICS, Bolstorff was the founding principal of SCE Limited, a consulting firm focused on providing supply chain program management and SCOR-based education to supply chain executives and their global teams. Bolstorff has also held supply chain and operations management leadership roles at Pragmatek Consulting Group, Imation and 3M, and has been a lifelong volunteer within the SCOR community. He received his master s degree in industrial education from the University of Minnesota and his bachelor s degree in mathematics, education and psychology from St. Olaf College. He is a SCOR-certified instructor and is certified in Six Sigma. 8 APICS 2018 EVENTS

Principles and Practices of Demand Management Dates Can your team meet today s unprecedented customer demands: superior service, delivery, choice and speed? The APICS Principles and Practices of Demand Management seminar is designed to assist both beginning and experienced demand planners to acquire a firm understanding of the principles and functions of forecasting and customer and demand management. This seminar provides an in-depth discussion of how effective forecasts are created and the various types of standard forecasting models available to today s demand planner. Attend this seminar and learn how to: Develop a forecast and manage demand March 15, 2018 May 10, 2018 September 29, 2018 Price APICS member $399 Nonmember $499 Manage forecast performance Track forecast error Utilize the various tools available for ensuring accurate forecasting Understand and use customer relationship management (CRM) tools and strategies Demand planners will acquire a set of practical tools from this seminar to make their demand management environments work more smoothly, increase productivity and reduce operational costs. To learn more about the Principles and Practices of Demand Management seminar, please visit apics.org/demand-management. Register at apics.org/2018events Presenter: Maryanne Ross, CFPIM, CIRM, CSCP, CLTD Maryanne Ross is the owner and president of Supply Chain Mavens Inc., a supply chain consulting and training company. She is an experienced supply chain educator, author and speaker, specializing in professional development and supply chain management. For 25 years, she has been an active APICS member and volunteer, serving on the board of directors as a district manager and chapter president. She currently is president of the APICS Maine Chapter. Ross develops content and presents at numerous supply chain conferences internationally, including the APICS annual conference. APICS 2018 EVENTS 9

Principles and Practices of Material Requirements Planning Dates Material requirements planning (MRP) is a vital component in the supply chain. It acts as the system s bridge between master planning and production. MRP helps determine requirements and maintain priorities. The APICS Principles and Practices of MRP seminar assists beginning and experienced planners to use an MRP system. Through classroom discussion and practical, hands-on exercises, this seminar helps attendees gain a firm understanding of the principles and functions of MRP in the manufacturing process. Attend this seminar and learn how to: Understand the objectives and functions of MRP May 24, 2018 Washington, D.C. August 15, 2018 November 8, 2018 Atlanta, Georgia Price APICS member $399 Nonmember $499 Work with the different types of demand placed on a company s inventory resources Use MRP-generated action messages when performing MRP output maintenance Determine when it is time to release manufacturing and purchase orders Develop performance measurements to determine the effectiveness of the MRP in priority management By the conclusion of this seminar, attendees will have acquired practical tools to make MRP environments work more smoothly, increase productivity and reduce operational costs. Register at apics.org/2018events Presenter: Maryanne Ross, CFPIM, CIRM, CSCP, CLTD Maryanne Ross is the owner and president of Supply Chain Mavens Inc., a supply chain consulting and training company. She is an experienced supply chain educator, author and speaker, specializing in professional development and supply chain management. For 25 years, she has been an active APICS member and volunteer, serving on the board of directors as a district manager and chapter president. She currently is president of the APICS Maine Chapter. Ross develops content and presents at numerous supply chain conferences internationally, including the APICS annual conference. 10 APICS 2018 EVENTS

Principles of Distribution and Logistics Distribution and logistics professionals face the critical challenge of running nimble, efficient processes in an era of unprecedented change. This comprehensive seminar is designed to introduce operations management professionals to the field of distribution and logistics management, and is appropriate for both beginning and experienced individuals. Attend this seminar and learn how to: Use push and pull inventory replenishment in a multiechelon environment Integrate new technologies to your distribution channels Be mindful of sustainability and green issues Measure performance to ensure optimal efficiency and productivity Support customer service objectives using warehousing Decide when you should be using the various types of transportation modes Set objectives for warehouse design, automation, equipment and layout By the conclusion of this seminar, attendees will have a clear knowledge of the fundamentals of distribution and logistics functions and objectives. Dates February 22, 2018 Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas March 22, 2018 Parsippany, New Jersey April 12, 2018 Atlanta, Georgia May 10, 2018 Houston, Texas June 21, 2018 Washington, D.C. September 29, 2018 November 15, 2018 Los Angeles, California Price APICS member $399 Nonmember $499 Register at apics.org/2018events Presenter: Mark C. Hardison, CFPIM, CSCP, CLTD Mark Hardison currently serves as a materials manager for Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals, a multibillion dollar specialty pharmaceutical company. He graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Business Administration from Strayer University. He has over 40 years of experience in the fields of operations management and supply chain management. Hardison is recognized by APICS as a Certified Fellow in Production and Inventory Management (CFPIM) and as a Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP). He was the founding chair of the CSCP Examination Committee, has recently served as the chair of the CPIM Basics of Supply Chain Management Examination Committee, and currently serves as a founding member of the Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) Examination Committee. APICS 2018 EVENTS 11

Principles and Practices of Inventory Accuracy Dates Inventory accuracy is the foundation of inventory management. The APICS Inventory Accuracy seminar helps beginning and experienced operations managers more effectively manage and control inventory. Through a sample scenario, this seminar provides attendees the opportunity to diagnose inventory problems and discover solutions as a class. Practical hands-on exercises in this seminar include total inventory carrying cost, ABC inventory control and cycle counting. Attend this seminar and learn how to: Develop and execute the inventory planning process Define the role of inventory management within your organization Balance the conflicting objectives of decreasing operating costs and increasing customer service Apply the inventory accuracy toolkit and measure impact across the organization Weigh the advantages and disadvantages of periodic and perpetual inventory and the cycle counting process March 29, 2018 May 17, 2018 August 16, 2018 Price APICS member $399 Nonmember $499 Register at apics.org/2018events Presenter: Jeff Baker, CPIM, CSCP, CLTD, CPF Jeff Baker is the founder and managing director of Libra Consulting, a consulting and training company focused on supply chain improvement. He has over 25 years of experience in demand management, sales and operations planning, advanced planning and scheduling, supply chain strategy and Lean Six Sigma process improvement. He is an APICS Master Instructor for CPIM and CSCP, and is a past president and vice president of education for the APICS Fox River chapter in the Chicago area. Baker will be teaching the March 29 and August 16 sessions of this seminar. Presenter: Maryanne Ross, CFPIM, CIRM, CSCP, CLTD Maryanne Ross is the owner and president of Supply Chain Mavens Inc., a supply chain consulting and training company. She is an experienced supply chain educator, author and speaker, specializing in professional development and supply chain management. For 25 years, she has been an active APICS member and volunteer, serving on the board of directors as a district manager and chapter president. She currently is president of the APICS Maine Chapter. Ross develops content and presents at numerous supply chain conferences internationally, including the APICS annual conference. Ross will be teaching the May 17 session of this seminar. 12 APICS 2018 EVENTS

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SCOR Professional Training Dates The Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) model is the world s leading supply chain framework, uniquely linking business processes, performance metrics, practices and people skills into a unified structure. Companies that apply SCOR have the following documented benefits: Average operating sales income improvement of 3% Typical inventory turn improvements of 20% 30% faster system implementations with 30% more functionality Learn how to optimize your supply chain! Develop actionable steps to improve supply chain processes and management by learning from real-life examples and projects. Participants receive a copy of the SCOR model, a quick reference guide in printed and soft copy format. Attend a SCOR training to learn the standardized language of supply chain and how to: Use SCOR to identify and solve problems in your supply chain January 23-25, 2018 March 27-29, 2018 June 26-28, 2018 August 28-30, 2018 November 13-15, 2018 Price APICS member $2,200 Nonmember $3,000 Identify and support organizational learning goals Improve supply chain efficiency from a process and cost perspective Organize a typical SCOR project Implement well-defined and repeatable supply chain processes Don t miss your chance to gain an in-depth understanding of the SCOR model and demonstrate your commitment to your organization s supply chain performance. To learn more about SCOR and SCOR Professional training, please visit apics.org/scor-professional-training. APICS 2018 EVENTS 15

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APICS 2018 APICS 2018 is the supply chain conference for professionals from all sides of the value chain. Explore topics related to your role, or expand your horizons (and your skill set) by attending new presentations and trainings. Experience a world-class education program that will take your career and your organization s supply chain to new heights. Don t miss it! Dates September 30- October 2, 2018 Each year, the APICS global conference imparts industry-leading knowledge that enables you to: Advance your career by networking with professionals who are shaping the future of supply chain, logistics and operations management Master best practices to create more sustainable, strategic and value-driven supply chains Explore new ways of thinking by attending a variety of sessions and trainings Exceptional education APICS 2018 is all about the education. With a lineup of 60+ presentations covering end-to-end supply chain topics, you select the sessions to attend, led by industry experts who delve into today s most pertinent topics. Every presentation is specifically designed to impart actionable takeaways you can apply at your workplace right away. Expo Hall Learn about innovative new tools, products and services shaping the fields of supply chain, logistics and operations management at the APICS Expo. This is your opportunity to talk with vendors about your specific needs and see for yourself the tools and technologies advancing supply chain excellence. Countless networking opportunities Connect with peers and industry experts from around the globe and exchange ideas at conference receptions, luncheons, career events and more. Facility tours Exciting facility tours are led by real managers and give you the opportunity to see high-performance operations in action, firsthand. To learn more, visit apicsconference.org. APICS 2018 EVENTS 17

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Best of the Best S&OP Conference 2018 Sales and operations planning (S&OP) is an integral part of any business if the organization is to succeed in reaching its business objectives. S&OP requires dedication, consistency and qualified key decision makers. The Best of the Best S&OP Conference presents leading educational and networking event for professionals in the field. Dates June 14-15, 2018 This conference covers the latest trends and best practices in supply chain and operations management. Educational sessions help you implement or improve S&OP at all levels within your organization. Topics covered include: Managing and mitigating risk using S&OP Creating true collaboration between all members of the S&OP team Leading a successful S&OP meeting and preparing for a successful executive review Bridging the gaps between strategic business goals and operating plans through integrated business planning Extending your S&OP process outside the organization and across the supply chain Using S&OP to enhance new product launches Effectively utilizing forecasting and demand planning in the S&OP process Celebrating 11 years in 2018, the Best of the Best S&OP Conference is renowned as a global gathering of the brightest minds in the industry. Hear firsthand how some of the best names in supply chain have used S&OP to achieve their business goals. Join APICS and IBF in Chicago for the eleventh annual Best of the Best S&OP Conference and see how S&OP can advance your supply chain! Pricing and Registration To learn more and register, visit apics.org/best. APICS 2018 EVENTS 19

APICS 2018 EVENTS CALENDAR January 23-25 SCOR Professional Training February 22 Principles of Distribution and Logistics Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas 22 Principles of Sales and Operations Planning 23 Sales and Operations Planning Workshop March 8 Principles of Sales and Operations Planning Los Angeles, California 15 Principles and Practices of Demand Management 15 Principles of Sales and Operations Planning Washington, D.C. 22 Principles of Distribution and Logistics Parsippany, New Jersey 27-29 SCOR Professional Training 29 Principles and Practices of Inventory Accuracy April 12 Principles of Distribution and Logistics Atlanta, Georgia 12 Principles of Sales and Operations Planning Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas 19 Principles of Sales and Operations Planning 20 Sales and Operations Planning Workshop 25 Managing for Supply Chain Excellence 26 Supply Chain Risk Management Parsippany, New Jersey May 10 Principles and Practices of Demand Management 10 Principles of Distribution and Logistics Houston, Texas 17 Principles and Practices of Inventory Accuracy 17 Principles of Sales and Operations Planning Charlotte, North Carolina 17 Supply Chain Risk Management Los Angeles, California 24 Principles and Practices of Material Requirements Planning Washington, D.C 20

June 12 Principles of Sales and Operations Planning 13 Sales and Operations Planning Workshop 14-15 Best of the Best S&OP Conference 21 Principles of Distribution and Logistics Washington, D.C. 26-28 SCOR Professional Training July 25 Managing for Supply Chain Excellence August 9 Principles of Sales and Operations Planning 10 Sales and Operations Planning Workshop 15 Principles and Practices of Material Requirements Planning 16 Principles and Practices of Inventory Accuracy 28-30 SCOR Professional Training September 29 Principles and Practices of Demand Management 29 Principles of Distribution and Logistics 29 Principles of Sales and Operations Planning 29 Supply Chain Risk Management 30-October 2 APICS 2018 October 3 Sales and Operations Planning Workshop November 8 Principles and Practices of Material Requirements Planning Atlanta, Georgia 8 Principles of Sales and Operations Planning 9 Sales and Operations Planning Workshop 13-15 SCOR Professional Training 15 Principles of Distribution and Logistics Los Angeles, California 15 Principles of Sales and Operations Planning Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 15 Supply Chain Risk Management Visit us at apics.org/events for the most up-to-date events schedule 21

APICS Customer Service and Cancellation Disclaimer For questions regarding any of these events, please contact APICS Customer Service at +1-800-444-2742 or service@apics.org. APICS reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any training or event at its discretion. Registrants will be notified personally and given the opportunity to reschedule or have their full registration fees reimbursed.

About APICS APICS is the association for supply chain management and the leading provider of research, education and certification programs that elevate supply chain excellence, innovation and resilience. The APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM); APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP); APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD); and APICS Supply Chain Operations Reference-Professional (SCOR-P) designations set the industry standard. With more than 45,000 members and approximately 300 channel partners, APICS is transforming the way people do business, drive growth and reach global customers. apics.org/2018events 24 APICS 2018 EVENTS