ISM® and Supplynity

Delivering world-class supply chain education to the professional community

Elevate Your Supply Chain Career

Join us in advancing the practice of supply management in Mexico. As the first and largest not-for-profit professional supply management organization worldwide, we are committed to helping you and your organization achieve new heights of efficiency, sustainability, and profitability.

 

Our programs are designed to help you:

  • Optimize your supply chain skills through certification, education, events and access to the latest research, trends and news.

  • Grow your global network meeting professionals, like you, where you can have access to peer-to-peer problem solving.

  • Solve problems with data utilizing a suite of tools where senior leaders can analyze their organization and develop a roadmap for their team’s transformation.

 

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Sign up to receive announcements about upcoming classes and events in Mexico, and let us know which skill-building course topics you’d like to see on the schedule.

Upcoming Events

July

15

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Camouflaged Challenges in Relational Contracting: How to Best Prepare

Join us for an insightful virtual webinar on relational contracting, where we will explore how this innovative approach can generate value beyond mere cost savings. As certified coaches, our speakers have guided numerous companies through the process of establishing successful business relationships.

During this webinar, you will:

  • Understand the common challenges and obstacles experienced during the relational contract development process. Despite its many successes, relational contracting often presents challenges that are not easily detected. These camouflaged issues, if left unaddressed, can lead to significant problems.
  • Gain awareness on how to prepare well before the start of the relational contracting development process. We will share practical insights and tangible tools to help you recognize and manage potential challenges along the way.
  • Gain insights on potential solutions to common challenges. In our speaker's recently published book, we delve into these challenges through real-life case studies and provide effective solutions.
  • Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of relational contracting and ensure your business relationships thrive. Don't miss this opportunity to learn and enhance your approach to relational contracting.

Online

July

17

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Quarterly State of Risk Update

Join the executive leaders from ISM and Resilinc as they come together as part of a quarterly series to discuss the latest and emerging risks and disruptions impacting global supply chains. ISM CEO Tom Derry and Resilinc CEO Kamal Ahluwalia will also provide insights based on respective data and research from both organizations.

Online

August

12

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

ISM Member Community Speed Networking

Are you ready to expand your network and make meaningful connections? Our virtual speed networking event is the perfect opportunity to meet new people within our growing membership community. In just one hour, you'll have the chance to engage in dynamic, one-on-one conversations with fellow members, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships. Whether you're looking to collaborate, share insights, or simply make new friends, this is your networking power hour!

Don't miss out on this fun and interactive experience. Come prepared to connect, converse, and create lasting connections.

Online

Supply Management News & Reports

An Introduction to Supply Chain Optimization

June 23, 2025
Articles
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    Businesses have goals related to growth, market share, profitability, sustainability, customer service, and so on. But there are limits, like how much a factory can make, how many workers and materials are available, and how much space there is in a warehouse. To figure out the best way to run the supply chain, you have to look at lots of different options and pick the one that works best for the business. Optimization is a mathematics technique that is best suited to enable businesses to meet their objectives.

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Join ISM

Your membership in ISM will provide a powerful path to stay connected, engaged, and up-to-date with everything happening in supply management. Serious procurement and supply chain professionals are dedicated to staying in the know about their profession and staying at the top of their game. An ISM membership will provide you with that and more.

More than 100 years of experience speaks for itself – ISM can help you succeed. It's our mission.

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Unlock AI for Smarter Supply Chain Decisions

The AI Playbook for Supply Chain Professionals is your practical guide to using AI to drive smarter decisions. From supplier negotiations to risk management, this on-demand toolkit offers real-world examples, ready-to-use prompts, and expert strategies tailored to the profession. Learn how to apply AI confidently and effectively-no technical background required.

Access the Toolkit