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

October

17

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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October

17

2024

Chapter Meeting

ISM-Madison Epic Systems Intergalactic Headquarters Tour

Join us for our October Chapter meeeting with a tour of Epic's Intergalactic Headquarters! As you explore, you may encounter magic on the Wizards campus, see some familiar faces on the Storybook campus, or even encounter some furry friends on their functioning farm.  After the tour, join us for Happy Hour at Stone Porch Ale House.
Sponsor: 355 ISM—Madison, Inc.
Verona, WI
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November

07

2024

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

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
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Supply Management News & Reports

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Addressing the Links

September 11, 2024
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Four years ago, Inside Supply Management® dubbed the 2020 U.S. presidential election the “supply chain election.” While some of the circumstances have changed — namely, the coronavirus pandemic has ended and supply chains on the whole have returned more or less to 2019 levels —  the focus has not.

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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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ISM World 2025 Registration Open

Join your peers in Orlando, Florida, June 1-3, 2025. The ISM World Annual Conference is a world-class event designed to inspire fresh thinking and provide an educational experience that unites thought leaders, supply chain and procurement professionals, and the innovative suppliers that support them.

You'll leave with new connections, fresh insights, and the inspiration to spark new ideas within your professional community. Register today for the best rates!

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Join the Report On Business®  Survey Panel

ISM®'s Manufacturing, Services, and Hospital Report On Business® gather data monthly through surveys of supply management professionals participating in the Business Survey Committee.

Participation in the survey panel provides many benefits:

  • Receive a copy of the just-released Report On Business® graphical data
  • Directly see how your contribution affects the markets each month
  • Earn Continuing Education Hours

Click the link below to submit your information and someone will reach out to connect for a quick virtual call!

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ISM-Madison Inc.

200 E. Verona Ave, #12, Verona, WI 53593
ismmadisonwi@gmail.com
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