The New Tools and Rules of Negotiation

Global supply chain challenges continue to emphasize relationships in deal-making, one of many insights to be gleaned at the ISM World 2024 Annual Conference.

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In this Inside Supply Management® issue, explore climate change's effect on global food security, sustainable packaging trends, and water as a critical supply chain resource. Also, get a preview of the ISM World 2024 Annual Conference in Las Vegas, including changes in negotiation post-COVID-19.

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Harnessing Generative AI: Revolutionizing Procurement Efficiency in 2024

March 25, 2024
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The world of procurement is changing every day. A new era of efficiency and invention has arrived with the introduction of generative artificial intelligence (AI). As is the case with other business divisions, procurement is moving towards digital transformation at a breakneck speed with the help of this technology.

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  • Apr-May

    04-06

    2024

    GUIDED LEARNING

    Negotiating for Excellence

    The process of successful negotiation is both an art and a science. Enhance your negotiation skills with this ISM course and influence the outcome of individual transactions, relationships with suppliers and your organization’s overall success. When planned appropriately, your organization can gain a significant advantage in position power in both the short and long term. Led by an ISM subject matter expert, this course covers negotiating with excellence through weekly webinars and daily online training modules that consist of multimedia, knowledge checks and practical application activities.

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    Ralph L Carlton, II, CPSM
  • April

    09

    2024

    We are excited to unveil the future of procurement with an exclusive event tailored for Procurement and Supply Chain Leaders, with the pioneering Generative AI technology.

    The event is designed to introduce procurement professionals to the revolutionizing capabilities of Generative AI within the Source-to-Pay (S2P) process. This webinar features insights from industry experts, detailing the ROI of implementing innovative S2P solutions. Dive deep into the potential of Generative AI to address current procurement challenges, enhance intake management, and shape the future of procurement operations.

    Sponsored by Zycus - ISM membership is not required to attend – all are welcome.

  • April

    10-11

    2024

    VIRTUAL CLASS

    Logistics Bootcamp

    Logistics is a function that spans a wide range of processes and organizations. This includes demand planning, shipping, receiving freight, warehouse management inventory management, outsourcing, and reverse logistics.

    This course will provide a broad view of logistics to help facilitate a deeper understanding and managing logistics to drive Customer Satisfaction and bottom-line results.

  • April

    11

    2024

    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 Bindiya Vakil will also provide insights based on respective data and research from both organizations.

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    Thomas Derry, Bindiya Vakil
  • April

    16

    2024

    Join the Women’s Supply Management Community and its Mentorship Committee for an interactive networking session for those interested in mentorship within the profession. Whether you participate in our mentorship program or are interested in learning more, you’re encouraged to attend to meet other professionals in an informal virtual format. This session will be led by the Mentorship Committee and feature the benefits of mentor/mentee relationships, and how to get involved.

    All are welcome, you do not need to be an ISM member or current mentorship program participant.

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