The Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) is the premier professional association for supply chain and operations management and the leading provider of research, education, and certification programs that elevate supply chain excellence, innovation, and resilience. Our chapter is the ASCM channel partner for delivery of APICS education and training programs in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. We also offer networking opportunities for supply chain and operations management professionals through our classes, dinner meetings, and plant tours. Since 1957, individuals and companies have relied on APICS for its superior training, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources, and a worldwide network of accomplished industry professionals. APICS educational classes are available at the local, regional, and national levels. Our chapter was founded in October of 1968 as a volunteer-managed, not-for-profit small business. APICS Oklahoma City: • provides a source of knowledge and expertise for manufacturing and service industries across the entire supply chain in such areas as materials management, information services, purchasing and quality. • offers high-quality educational programs that advance organizational success in a changing, competitive marketplace • delivers course instruction for APICS internationally recognized certification programs, Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) and the newest certification program, Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD). • provides a source of solutions, support and networking through its local offerings.