Masterclass Certificate in Manufacturing Supply Chain Efficiency

• Supply Chain Management Fundamentals: Understanding the basics of supply chain management, its role in manufacturing, and the key concepts and principles. • Demand and Inventory Management: Techniques for forecasting demand, managing inventory levels, and reducing stockouts and excess inventory. • Procurement and Supplier Management: Strategies for selecting, managing, and evaluating suppliers, as well as negotiating contracts and reducing procurement costs. • Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma: Methodologies for improving manufacturing processes, reducing waste, and increasing efficiency through Lean and Six Sigma principles. • Transportation and Logistics Optimization: Techniques for optimizing transportation modes, routes, and schedules, as well as managing warehousing and distribution operations. • Quality Management and Continuous Improvement: Approaches for ensuring product quality, reducing defects, and implementing continuous improvement programs. • Supply Chain Technology and Systems: Overview of supply chain technologies and systems, including ERP, SCM, and IoT, and how to use them to improve efficiency and visibility. • Risk Management and Business Continuity Planning: Strategies for identifying and mitigating supply chain risks, as well as developing business continuity plans to ensure uninterrupted operations. • Sustainability and Social Responsibility: Practices for promoting sustainability and social responsibility in the supply chain, including reducing carbon footprint, minimizing waste, and ensuring ethical sourcing.