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Gen. Session Speaker: Lt. Gen. Honoré LT. General Russel L. Honoré was widely hailed by the media as the "Category 5 General" who led Task Force Katrina in the aftermath of the devastating hurricanes that struck the Gulf Coast in the in late August of 2005.
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Never Stop Learning
Albuquerque APICS CPIM Review Course Schedule Currently courses include: Detailed Scheduling and Planning
Upcoming courses include: Execution and Control of Operations - Starting October 12 Strategic Management of Resources - Starting in January 2011 Basics of Supply Chain Management - Starting in January 2011
Detailed Scheduling and Planning We are currently holding the APICS CPIM module Detailed Scheduling and Planning. It is being held on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM starting July 20.
DSP candidates focus on the various techniques for material and capacity scheduling. The course includes detailed descriptions of material requirements planning (MRP), capacity requirements planning (CRP), inventory management practices, and procurement and supplier planning.
Benefits of CPIM A CPIM education can help you to:
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Building a World-Class Company Using Effective Operations
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Abe
Eshkenazi Last week, we were excited to see the Wall Street Journal feature the article “At Ford Racing, Quality (Control) is Job One.” The story highlights the positive changes made at the company by Mary Ann Mauldwin, CFPIM, CSCP. According to the newspaper, Mauldwin’s “official title at Roush & Yates Racing Engines is director of operations, but what she really does is look for waste and inefficiency. Hired five years ago, by Ford’s primary Nascar-engine builder, Mauldwin has overseen a complete restructuring of the business, changing everything from inventory control to how the engines are put together.” It’s not just Wall Street Journal reporters that are noticing Mauldwin’s important work, it’s her boss. He is quoted in the article. “We were a good engine-building company,” says CEO Doug Yates. “Mary Ann has made us a world-class engine-building company.” First, Mauldwin was able to carry out a complete parts inventory. Before, 48 percent of the parts were on record. Now, Roush & Yates boasts a 100 percent parts accuracy rate. Next, she helped the company create a standard bill of material, which enabled employees to forecast inventory needs. The time needed to gather parts went from four hours to 45 minutes. Finally, the article points out that Mauldwin has completely changed the culture of Roush & Yates. The proof came when she proposed that employees start taking the same operations management classes she took and now teaches. About 75 of the company’s 100 employees signed up immediately.
Making the case The Wall Street Journal article underscores the importance of applying best practices to achieve positive results—both in product quality and the bottom line. Consider the definition of best practices from the APICS Operations Management Body of Knowledge (OMBOK) Framework: “Best practices are techniques, methods, processes, activities, or other actions in conducting business that are most effective at delivering a particular outcome. By seeking out relevant best practices and driving improvements against these examples, gains can be made more quickly.” APICS members understand these concepts, but sometimes it’s hard for employees to relate these ideas to C-level decision makers. Sharing this Wall Street Journal article with your superiors and colleagues is an excellent first step. Mauldwin is an APICS instructor, and her leadership at Roush & Yates is an impressive example of how operations management professionals can apply the APICS body of knowledge (BOK) to improve performance and lower operating costs. Who wouldn’t get behind those important ideas? Next, consider pursuing your own APICS certification. Mauldwin has earned both her Certified Fellow in Production and Inventory Management (CFPIM) and Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) designations. “The APICS BOK provided the foundation for my career,” Mauldwin says. “CPIM and CSCP designations confirm an individual’s proficiency in operations management. Whether implementing an [enterprise resources planning] system or managing bills of material and inventory accuracy, the APICS BOK represents the standard for training and education required for successful bottom-line results.” The knowledge Mauldwin has gained from her APICS education has enabled her to positively transform business at Roush & Yates. If your company or career is in need of a transformation, APICS certification can put you in the fast lane.
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