President's Message
January, 2010

The following WMAS Chapter #19 have passed the CSCP Exam and are recognized by APICS as Certified Supply Chain Professionals, Donald Campbell, David Carpenter, John Ogasian, David Sawan, and Ted Zitnay.  Congratulations to all. To schedule a CSCP workshop at your company or to enroll in a WMAS public workshop
Contact: Ed Kantor, CPIM VP Education 413 592-6895 Email edkan@juno.com

Is APICS CSCP Right for You?

Earning an APICS certification can take you from a qualified candidate to a sought-after expert. Around the world, APICS certification designees are recognized, promoted, hired, and paid more. Especially in today's growing and changing supply chain management field, to maintain your competitive edge, you must continuously increase your knowledge, skills, and expertise. Stay competitive with the APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional certification.

What is the APICS CSCP?

The APICS CSCP brings your company's entire value chain into perspective. By giving you a truly end-to-end view of the supply chain, you become the expert, not just within your organization's walls-you become the global expert.
From manufacturing to service, in business and consumer markets, the increasingly important role of effective supply chain management affects all organizations. Customer expectations are high-with the APICS CSCP, you can ensure that your company not only meets, but exceeds them.

Who are APICS CSCP Designees?

Professionals seeking in-depth knowledge and understanding of their entire supply chain.
Employees hoping to boost productivity and collaboration.
Innovators promoting global supply chain management.
Managers working to affect lead time, inventory, productivity, and the bottom line.
Hard workers trying to move forward in their careers.

For Military Personnel

APICS CSCP exams qualify for test fees reimbursement by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) under the new licensing and certification benefit of the G.I. Bill. For additional information on the certification benefit, visit www.gibill.va.gov and link to the Licensing and Certification page, call the VA at (888) 442-4551, or contact APICS Customer Support at (800) 444-APICS (2742) or (773) 867-1777.
APICS is recognized as an approved provider of CSCP education and certification to military personnel through DANTES, Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support. For more information, visit www.dantes.doded.mil.


Best regards,

Bob Gagnon