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APICS Inland Empire Fall 2019 Symposium to Focus on Collaboration as Key for Advanced Manufacturing and Supply Chain Success



CLAREMONT, CA – April 3, 2019 Arbela, Reveel and the Manufacturing Executive Institute have committed to sponsor the upcoming APICS Inland Empire (APICS_IE) Spring 2019 Symposium on Saturday, April 13, 2019 as platinum sponsors. The symposium will be held from 8am – 11:30am at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, California.

CLAREMONT, CA – October 22, 2019 APICS Inland Empire Chapter (APICS-IE), the leader in accreditation of supply chain and operations professionals, part of The Association of Supply Chain Management (ASCM), is proud to announce the focus of the Fall 2019 Symposium: Collaborating for Advanced Manufacturing & Supply Chain Success. The Symposium will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2019 from 8am – 11:30am at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, California.

The Fall 2019 Symposium will include a panel discussion featuring four key executives experienced in advanced manufacturing and logistics. “Robotics, IoT, Additive Manufacturing, Autonomous Vehicles, GIP Mapping and Smart Clean Logistics Technologies are already impacting manufacturing and the supply chain. Southern California can become the world’s leader in advanced manufacturing and logistics. It takes strategy, collaborating, planning and embracing new technologies,” commented Lisa Anderson, APICS-IE Chapter Leader and President of LMA Consulting Group. “We are excited about the conversation and the opportunities,” she continued.

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Arbela, Reveel and MEI Sponsor APICS Inland Empire Spring 2019 Symposium

CLAREMONT, CA – April 3, 2019 Arbela, Reveel and the Manufacturing Executive Institute have committed to sponsor the upcoming APICS Inland Empire (APICS_IE) Spring 2019 Symposium on Saturday, April 13, 2019 as platinum sponsors. The symposium will be held from 8am – 11:30am at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, California.

APICS Inland Empire Chapter (APICS-IE) is the Inland Southern California chapter part of the Association of Supply Chain Management (ASCM), the leading association for manufacturing, distribution and logistics professionals focused on the end-to-end supply chain and operations. The chapter provides resources, classes and accreditation for supply chain and operations professionals.

The Spring 2019 Symposium focuses on a key issue in today's manufacturing and supply chain environments: Manufacturing & Supply Chain Talent Transformation: People or Robots?

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APICS Inland Empire Spring Symposium to Discuss Talent Transformation

CLAREMONT, CA – March 19, 2019 APICS Inland Empire Chapter (APICS-IE), the leader in accreditation of supply chain and operations professionals, part of The Association of Supply Chain Management (ASCM), is proud to announce the Spring 2019 Symposium line up of experts who will talk about the talent pool and future needs in manufacturing and the supply chain. The Symposium focusing on, “Manufacturing & Supply Chain Talent Transformation: People of Robots?” will be held on Saturday, April 13, 2019 from 8am – 11:30am at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, California.

The panel will feature four key executives experienced in the talent needs within manufacturing, the talent pool as it exists today and the skills needed as robots, automation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), other technology and customer expectations transform manufacturing and the supply chain.

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APICS IE Nov 3 Fall Symposium Supported by Arbela, Reveel and MEI

Arbela, Reveel and the Manufacturing Executive Institute are sponsors of the APICS Inland Empire (APICS_IE) Fall 2018 Symposium on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, California.

APICS Inland Empire Chapter (APICS-IE) is the leading association for manufacturing, distribution and logistics professionals focused on the end-to-end supply chain and operations. This event marks the sixth year that APICS-IE convenes a Fall conference and expert panel to share insights on global supply chain trends and strategies.

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APICS Inland Empire Fall Symposium Features Global Innovation Experts

APICS Inland Empire Chapter (APICS-IE), the leading association for supply chain and operations professionals, is proud to announce the Fall 2018 Symposium line up of Innovation and Global Trends Experts. The Symposium is focusing on: “Advancing Innovation & Navigating Global Trends”. The event will be held on Saturday, November 3, 2018 from 8am – 11:30am at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, California.

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APICS Inland Empire 2018 Spring Symposium Features Industry-Leading Supply Chain Sponsors: Arbela, Manufacturing Executive Institute, Reveel

APICS Inland Empire Chapter (APICS-IE), the leading association for supply chain and operations professionals, is proud to recognize key sponsors for the Fall 2018 Networking Symposium and Expert Panel.  The event is themed: " Managing Rapid Growth when Manufacturing & the Supply Chain are HOT!". The event will be held on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, CA.

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APICS Inland Empire Spring Symposium Boasts Expert Manufacturing Panel

(APICS-IE), the leading association for supply chain and operations professionals, is proud to announce the Spring 2018 Executive Panel. The Symposium is focusing on: “Managing Rapid Growth When Manufacturing & the Supply Chain Are Hot”. The event will be held on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, California.

The panel features four key executives familiar with the rapid growth experienced by manufacturing and the impact on all aspects within the supply chain.

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APICS Inland Empire Spring Symposium on May 5 at Harvey Mudd College - "Managing Rapid Growth When Manufacturing & the Supply Chain is Hot"

APICS Inland Empire Chapter (APICS-IE), the leading association for supply chain and operations professionals, is proud to announce the Spring 2018 Executive Panel and Networking Symposium focusing on: “Managing Rapid Growth When Manufacturing & the Supply Chain Are Hot”. The event will be held on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, California.

This event marks the seventh year that APICS-IE convenes a Spring conference and expert panel to share insights on global supply chain trends and strategies. In addition to insightful take-aways, engaging dialog and collegial networking, APICS-IE serves as a resource for supply chain professionals seeking certifications and industry connections.

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Technologies Key to Leveraging Supply Chain

Instantaneous Data, Autonomous Vehicles, Total Visibility, Block Chains, Increased Capacity, Uberization of Transit, Machine Learning, Specialization, Compliance and Transformative Movement were key topics discussed at the 2017 Fall Symposium hosted by the APICS Inland Empire Chapter (APICS-IE). APICS-IE, the leading association for supply chain and operations professionals in the Inland Empire area of Southern California assembled a panel of key industry experts to discuss their experiences in "Leveraging Technologies for Supply Chain Success".

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APICS Inland Empire Adds Shipping Expert to Tech Panel

APICS Inland Empire Chapter (APICS-IE), the leading association for supply chain and operations professionals, announces the addition of Thomas Jelenic, Vice President of Pacific Merchant Shipping Association to its Expert Panel that will discuss their experiences in “Leveraging Technologies for Supply Chain Success"..

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APICS Inland Empire Announces Panel for November 4 Fall Symposium

APICS Inland Empire Chapter (APICS-IE), the leading association for supply chain and operations professionals, is proud to announce the Expert Panel assembled for the November 4, 2017 Symposium: "Leveraging Technologies for Supply Chain Success".

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APICS Inland Empire Announces Fall Symposium on November 4

APICS Inland Empire Chapter (APICS-IE), the leading association for supply chain and operations professionals, is proud to announce the Fall 2017 Networking Symposium and Expert Panel focusing on: "Leveraging Technologies for Supply Chain Success". The event will be held on November 4, 2017 in Corona, California.

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LMA Consulting Announces 2017 Advocate Award

Supply chain professional and manager, Parizad Sethna, has been awarded the LMA Consulting 2017 Advocate Award. LMA Consulting Group, a well-known leader in Supply Chain innovation and transformation recognizes that collegial collaboration is key to continued growth and the success of an industry that “connects the dots” between raw materials and the end user.

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ExpertClick: APICS Inland Empire Recognizes Contributions and Volunteerism

"I was also very pleased to recognize those who have contributed greatly to APICS-IE's success in providing value to the manufacturing, distribution and transportation communities. These events are packed with value for students, professionals and executives and require a lot of pre-planning, organization and coordination to pull off successfully, and we could not have done this without our board and volunteers" says Lisa Anderson, President of APICS-IE and LMA Consulting Group.

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ExpertClick: APICS-IE Discusses Disruptive Innovations in Logistics at May 6 Spring Symposium

"We have an amazing panel of experts to help our attendees meet the challenges of disruptive change," says Lisa Anderson, President of APICS-IE and LMA Consulting Group.

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ExpertClick - APICS Inland Empire Focuses on "Navigating the Global Supply Chain" at Fall symposium on October 29th

APICS Inland Empire 2016 Fall Symposium panel will discuss Navigating the Global Supply Chain.

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ExpertClick: APICS Inland Empire Emphasizes Growth for Manufacturers and Distributors at Nov. 14 Symposium

Lisa Anderson announces the APICS-IE executive panel and networking symposium panelists and topic.

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ExpertClick: LMA consulting Group's Lisa Anderson Announces APICS West Coast Student Case Competition Feb 17-18 in San Diego, CA

Lisa Anderson, chair of the West Coast Student Case Competition announces the competition.

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