ISM Corporate Programempowering success

Institute for Supply Management™: A History of LeadershipFounded in 1915, the Institute for Supply Management™ (ISM) exists to lead and serve the supply management profession by promoting the exchange of ideas, developing standards of excellence, collecting and disseminating information, encouraging curriculum in colleges and universities, and striving to advance the profes-sion. With its distinguished history, diverse membership and extensive industry participation, ISM provides unparalleled value to its members through problem-solving, enhanced relationships, knowledge-building and innovation.

1915ISM is founded as the National Asso-ciation of Purchasing Agents (N.A.P.A.).

1917 N.A.P.A. assists

U.S. President Woodrow Wilson

with buying mate-rials for use in the

war emergency.

1965 N.A.P.A. launches the Journal of Purchasing,

which later became the Journal of Supply Chain

Management.

N.A.P.A. publishes the Guide to Purchasing.

1917With the encourage-ment of N.A.P.A., New York University establishes a course in purchasing.

1948N.A.P.A. begins a program to elevate the knowledge and reputation of supply professionals.

1961N.A.P.A. launches a program including doctoral fellowships, faculty internships and educational seminars.

1920N.A.P.A. publishes the Purchasing Agent’s Creed, a basis for today’s Principles and Standards of Eth-ical Supply Man-agement Conduct.

1956N.A.P.A. joins the first informal talks leading to formation of the International Federa-tion of Purchasing and Supply Management (IFPSM).

N.A.P.A. appoints commodity com-mittees on fuel, lumber, paper and steel.

1930N.A.P.A. and the Harvard Graduate School of Business undertake a com-plete case study of purchasing challenges.

1940N.A.P.A. works with government and industry to establish guidelines for main-taining a “fair price” on crucial materials, preventing violations of antitrust law.

1930N.A.P.A. establishes the J. Shipman Gold Medal Award.

1920sN.A.P.A. influences major policy and business processes, such as the adoption of centralized purchasing throughout the U.S. government, adop-tion of national standards and specifications for iron and steel scrap by the Department of Com-merce, and supplier rela-tions and collaboration.

1931The first official Manufacturing Report On Business® is published.

1939Handbook of Purchasing Policies and Procedures of the N.A.P.A. is pub-lished and evolves into the renowned Supply Management Handbook.

1928N.A.P.A. releases the Standards for Buying and Selling.

1961The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics designates the Man-ufacturing Report On Business® as a leading business indicator.

1979May Warzocha, C.P.M.

becomes the first woman to lead the

association.

1968N.A.P.A. changes its name to National Asso-ciation of Purchasing Management, Inc. (NAPM).

1990The first issue of Supply IN Demand is published.

1984A computer version of the C.P.M. is offered. 2005

ISM launches the ISM Awards for Excellence in Supply Management.

1996NAPM creates and launches its first online courses.

2010The Journal of Supply Chain Management is added to Thomson Reuters ISI Web of Knowledge.

2000NAPM and its members establish a new leader-ship structure ensuring the association’s Board

of Directors is com-prised of experienced

supply executives from large firms.

1974The Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) is introduced.

2008ISM launches the Certified Profes-sional in Supply

Management® (CPSM®).

2011ISM launches the Certified Profes- sional in Supplier Diversity® (CPSD™).

ISM publishes the Sustainability and Social Responsibility Handbook.

ISM joins the Supply Chain and Logistics Certification Network as a Charter Member.

1987NAPM moves from

Oradell, New Jersey to the Arizona State

University (ASU) Research Park in Tempe, Arizona.

1986CAPS Research is

established.

1998NAPM creates the

Non-Manufacturing Report On Business®.

2003 ISM and the R. Gene and

Nancy D. Richter Foundation establish the R. Gene Richter

Scholarship Program.

ISM’s first international affiliates, ISM—Korea and

ISM—Hong Kong (ISMHK), are approved.

1978 Betty McDonald, C.P.M.

and May Warzocha, C.P.M. are the first women

elected to the NAPM Board of Directors.

1981NAPM launches an Independent Study Program covering single subjects.

1982NAPM moves from New York to Oradell, New Jersey.

2002NAPM changes its name to Institute for Supply Management™ (ISM).

ISM launches its sustainability and social responsibility initiative.

2004ISM introduces the A.T. Kearney Center for Strategic Supply Leadership at ISM.

1989 NAPM launches its own mag-azine, NAPM Insights, which later becomes Inside Supply Management®.

ISM Corporate ProgramEmpowering SuccessThe ISM Corporate Program features a wealth of benefits to help your supply management team and company maximize their effectiveness and succeed on a global scale. The program provides unique leadership and skills-enhancement opportunities, creating an environment where your supply chain professionals can be more effective. It offers an easy way to give your employees throughout your company and its wholly owned subsidiaries all of the benefits of ISM membership, insights into the busi-ness environment and professional development opportunities — all for one annual fee.

Gain a competitive edge in the market and invest in the future of your organization by enrolling in the ISM Corporate Program today.

ISM MembershipUnder the ISM Corporate Program, every supply professional in your com-pany and its wholly owned subsidiaries receives Direct Membership* in ISM. Direct Membership provides all ISM membership benefits, including discounts on all ISM products and services, a subscription to ISM’s flag-ship publication Inside Supply Management®, networking opportunities through ISM’s prestigious conferences and industry groups, and access to electronic publications, newsletters, ISM’s expansive database comprised of current, leading-edge articles, presentations, conference proceedings and other content offered by foremost experts in the supply management field, market analysis trends from the renowned ISM Manufacturing and Non-Manufacturing Report On Business®, and much, much more. Visit the ISM website at www.ism.ws for a comprehensive list of Direct Member benefits.

*In addition to Direct Membership, ISM has affiliated associations (“affiliates”), which are separately incorporated and unique organizations. Many affiliates offer educational programming and networking opportunities, as well as other activities focused on the supply management community in their area of coverage. ISM currently has more than 150 affiliates throughout the United States as well as in Bangladesh, Canada, China, France, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Mexico, the Philippines, Southeast Asia and South Korea. To take advantage of the local leadership and networking opportunities provided by affiliates, Direct Members under the ISM Corporate Program may contact the affiliate office within their geographic location to explore further membership opportunities from professional development to volunteer leadership positions for an additional fee.

Business Environment InsightsAs the leading supply management organization, ISM’s business is your pro-fession. We know what drives world-class supply management. We share that knowledge with ISM Corporate Program members through three exclusive events that focus on the issues affecting senior supply management profes-sionals. Whether it’s leadership depth, revenue enhancement, value creation or synergistic pursuits throughout the enterprise, these opportunities engage participants and provide critical insights:

• Threeinvitationsextendedannuallytoyourseniorsupplymanagementstaffto attend the exclusive Executive Forums at the A.T. Kearney Center for Strategic Supply Leadership at ISM*. Explore what keeps supply leaders awake at night, what their critical concerns are and what they see as the main challenges over the next two to four years.

• ParticipationinExecutive Insights, including web seminars, e-mail discussions and podcasts to provide insights into the current business environment trends and discuss thought-provoking topics and resolutions while fostering networking opportunities with peers.

• AccesstotheISM Forward Scan, a publication written by thought-leaders and top executives providing insights on topics such as emerging trends, tech-nologies, challenges and best practices.

*Participation in the Center is limited to senior supply leaders at nonconsulting organizations with US$2 billion plus in annual sales. ISM Corporate Program participants may purchase additional invitations to attend the Center’s Executive Forums at a reduced rate.

“The best way to build your future is to build yourself. The best way to build your company is to build your people.”

Dexter YagerAmway Pioneering Distributor

Support for Today’s ProfessionalEvery industry, worldwide, wrestles with the need for professional devel-opment opportunities. As the supply management profession evolves, so do the ways in which corporations prepare their supply professionals to succeed. When you become a member of the ISM Corporate Program, we support your professional development needs through a variety of vehicles. Whether it’s through formal credentialing, organizational assessments or other training opportunities, ISM is committed to supporting the effectiveness of your supply management organization. The ISM Corporate Program includes:

• FreeaccesstotheonlinereviewcoursesfortheCertifiedProfessionalin Supply Management® (CPSM®), Certified in Supply Management™ (CSM™) and Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity® (CPSD™).

• SignificantdiscountsontheindividualratefortheISM-ADRSchoolforSupply Management’s Development Needs Analysis (DNA™), which identifies skills gaps for targeted training.

• UnlimitedfreesubmissionstotheprestigiousISMAwardsforExcellencein Supply Management, through which supply management professionals gain valuable teaming skills, a greater understanding of supply’s contri-bution and a quantifiable means to showcase the department’s value.

• All-inclusiveaccesstotheISMOnlineCareerCenter,withtheoppor-tunity to post up to three 30-day job openings and review résumés to identify the right talent.

“I believe it my duty to elevate the standards of my profession by study and service.”

N.A.P.A.Purchasing Agent’s Creed, 1923

Annual DuesCompanyRevenue AnnualDues (Billions, US$) (US$)

Up to $2.39 $7,500$2.4 – $3.59 $10,000$3.6 – $6.19 $13,500$6.2 – $13.49 $17,500$13.5 or more $20,000

CAPS Research Sponsor Company DiscountCAPSResearchSponsorCompanieswithannualrevenuesgreaterthanUS$3.6 billion will receive a US$5,000 discount on annual dues for the ISMCorporateProgram.CAPSResearch,ajointcollaborationbetweenISM and Arizona State University’s W. P. Carey School of Business, is the premier nonprofit research center providing thorough, practical research for its strategic-minded corporate sponsors and the public. For moreinformationortobecomeaCAPSResearchSponsorCompany,visit www.capsresearch.org.

Multiyear Renewal DiscountsTake advantage of discounts by prepaying your ISM Corporate Program dues. Companies receive a 3 percent discount on total dues when pre-paying for two years, and a 5 percent discount when prepaying for three years. Multiyear discounts are based on corporate revenue at the time of payment, thus allowing you to lock in the rate. All prepaid dues are nonrefundable.

For additional information, contact:Mary Lue PeckVice President Corporate Development800/888-6276 or +1 480/752-6276,extension 3133mpeck@ism.ws

Candace CraigManagerCorporate Development800/888-6276 or+1 480/752-6276,extension 3089ccraig@ism.ws

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