ISM-Madison, Inc.
A Chapter of the Institute for Supply Management working together to advance the profession of supply management.
ISM—Madison, Inc. is a Local Chapter of Institute for Supply Management®
ISM—Madison’s mission is to be the premier resource for supply chain professionals in the greater Madison area and to promote their value. Our purpose is to communicate, facilitate, and promote the purchasing and supply management profession at a local level.
From highly-regarded certification programs, industry-standard training and educational resources, ISM is committed to helping you gain the edge you need in the increasing competitive supply chain profession.
Committee Participation
Acquire new skills and build your existing in planning, managing, and organizing while developing your leadership potential. Please contact a current board member for more information on committee opportunities.
Networking Opportunities
Open the doors to valuable contacts within the purchasing community at local meetings and educational functions.
Professional Certification
The internationally recognized Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) and the Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity (CPSD) programs demonstrate your competency of purchasing and materials management.
Educational Opportunities
Enhance your skills by attending our local meetings and seminars, led by experienced instructors on topics like supplier selection, e-commerce, purchase planning, cost-price analysis, and more.
Upcoming Events
November
07
2024
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only
Five Ways to Capture Energy Procurement Savings
MEMBER WEBINAR
Five Ways to Capture Energy Procurement Savings
Energy (including electricity, LNG, renewables, offsets) is a complex spend category. Few companies manage their energy spending well enough to capture lowest market rates on secure sources of supply. Our presenters have helped countless companies reduce their costs of energy. They will discuss a five-part strategy to help webinar attendees navigate the upcoming 2025 energy marketplace.
Attendees can expect the following:
- Key questions to answer before beginning the energy journey
- How to develop a formal energy procurement strategy
- Ways to understand and follow the wholesale energy market
- Conduct a regional pricing process that includes all market players
- Ways to verify enrollment and invoice accuracy
- Ongoing – how to monitor markets, reporting and adjusting strategy
November
14
2024
Chapter Meeting
ISM-Madison Scholarship Presentations
Chapter Meeting
ISM-Madison Scholarship Presentations
Join us for our November Chapter Meeting hosted by Madison College. Student Scholarship Recipient Presentations from UW-Madison and Madison College. Students were asked to present a Supply Chain related topic and there will be time for Q&A.
December
12
2024
Chapter Meeting
ISM-Madison Lunch and Learn: Gen Z Supply Chain Talent
Chapter Meeting
ISM-Madison Lunch and Learn: Gen Z Supply Chain Talent
In addition to being digital natives, the current generation of college graduates has been shaped by a pandemic and questions about the purpose of business. Jake will share observations on how companies should attract and develop early career supply chain talent.
Location: Great Dane Hilldale, 357 Price Pl, Madison, WI 53705
Supply Management News & Reports
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Maximizing AI Potential in Procurement
October 15, 2024Articles
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