Conference on Managing Global Supply Chains

April 22^nd, 2005 9:30-3:30 p.m. University of Wisconsin- Whitewater, WI

Hosted by the APICS student chapter at the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater in cooperation with the Milwaukee, South Central Wisconsin, Madison, Racine/Kenosha and Rock Valley APICS chapters

Objectives

	Learn how to not only survive but thrive in the new competitive market.
	Competition and opportunities in China.
	How to venture venturing overseas.
	Mastering culture, communications and international transport.
	Reducing costs, retaining/increasing quality levels, adding innovation and shortening leadtimes.
	What and where to outsource.

What you should get out of it?

This seminar is designed to be “hands on”. 1) You will assess the degree of competition your business will face from companies in the emerging markets. 2) You will learn about the types of functions/supplies which should be outsourced and whether this should be done in the US or overseas. 3) You will work on a global supply chain activity whereby the issues of international productivity, transportation cost/ leadtimes, material cost are all integrated. 4) Intercultural issues will also be explored – if you are having any specific communication difficulties in dealing with operations/suppliers overseas we can provide some recommendations. Given the intensive nature of the activities, the number of spaces available is limited. Please sign up as soon as possible to insure your spot.

Finally, by attending this seminar you will accrue 4 credits to maintain your APICS CPIM status.

Seminars

Competition from emerging markets. Explore the potential threats and opportunities from newly industrializing countries – in particular China. Examine the expected competition and demand for your product for the next 5-10 years.
Sourcing decisions. Decide whether to outsource and if so whether to do it domestically or internationally for your specific company needs.
Managing the global transportation links. With the dramatic rise in goods being shipped internationally the freight rates and shipping times have increased dramatically. Explore various shipping options including inter-modal systems. Understand how corruption, strikes and poor infrastructure will distort shipping patterns.
Managing cross cultural supply chains. Analyze cultural differences between US and managers in Europe, Asia and elsewhere. If you are having any communication difficulties with operations/suppliers overseas we can try to address them. Understanding and managing cultural differences is critical to ensure that competitive advantages accrued by going overseas are not lost.

(Note: presenters/topics subject to change).

For further information please contact:

Registration information: Rouse, Elizabeth S

Email: RouseES15@uww.edu

Session information: Dr. Sameer Prasad

Email: prasads@uww.edu

Tel: 262-472-5440

Fax: 262-472-4863

(note: please put 2005 conference in the subject heading of the email)

Schedule:

9:30-10:00	Registration & Networking – Continental Breakfast.
10:00-10:15	Welcome Remarks “Educational – Industry Partnership”
10:15-11:10	*Competition from emerging markets*
11:10-11:25	Coffee Break
11:25-12:20	*Sourcing decisions*
12:20- 1:25	Lunch (included in the conference fee)
1:25- 2:20	*Managing the global transportation links*
2:20- 2:35	Coffee Break
2:35- 3:30	*Managing cross cultural supply chains*

Directions from

Madison Area: Take 12 Southeast to Whitewater. Make a left onto N. Prince St. This is the next traffic light after McDonalds.

Milwaukee: Take 43 Southwest to 20. Continue on 20 West till it ends onto 12. Make a right onto 12 (going West). Make a right onto N. Prince Street (you will see the university to your right). If you go past Mc Donalds you have gone too far.

From Rockford/Jainesville: Take 90 North. Exit onto Highway 26 traveling North. From 26 go onto 59 (turn right) and travel Northeast. 59 and 89 will merge as we reach Whitewater. Continue till you reach 12 (Main street). Make a left (West) onto 12. Make a right onto N. Prince Street (you will see the university to your right). If you go past McDonalds you have gone too far.

From Chicago/Racine: Take 50 West till 12. Turn North on 12 (right). Make a right onto N. Prince Street (you will see the university to your right). If you go past McDonalds you have gone too far.

Once at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater When you are on N. Prince Street park in the second lot to your right. You will see signs for APICS. Once you have parked your car you will head East towards the hill. Right over the hill is the University Center. The Minneiska room is on the South most corner of the University Center (1^st floor). APICS students will also be available to guide you to the conference location: Minneiska Room – University Center.

APICS & NAPM Members Pay $75

Non Members Pay $ 100

On-site registration additional $25 (note late registrations might not be guaranteed a seat).

Make Checks Payable to APICS UWW

Register by Mail: Send the completed registration form from with your check at least 20 days in advance of the event, to

APICS c/o Management Department

University of Wisconsin – Whitewater

800 West Main Street,

Whitewater, WI 53190-1790

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