ASCM San Fernando Valley Newsletter March '25 - Monthly Update 
Congratulations!
ASCM Western Canada Chapter is thrilled to announce that the 2025 Student Challenge wrapped up with an inspiring display of talent and strategy! Congratulations to the California State University, Northridge team and for their ASCM SFV Chapter advisor for showcasing exceptional consistency and strategic decision-making to clinch first place.
Here are the winners:
Leslie Ponce - Purchasing - Supplier Negotiation
Rodrigo Loredo - Sales - Customer Relations
Jake Harper - Supply Chain - Planning
Jordan Reyes - Operations - Capacity Management
Taylor Dodge - CEO Industry Advisor
Nazish Siddiqui - Substitute Player
Professional Development Meeting
Professional Development Meetings (PDMs) provide an excellent opportunity for Supply Chain Professionals to keep abreast of the latest developments in processes, practices, equipment, and systems affecting our industry.
Meeting presentations are selected to provide Supply Chain Professionals with new and/or updated information presented by authoritative experts in their field. PDMs also provide Professionals with the opportunity to network with other Professionals. Additionally, for those with Certifications, PDMs provide an opportunity to accrue Certification Maintenance Points (CMPs) (please check each PDM for CMP eligibility).
March PDM - DW Drum Factory Tour
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the world-renowned DW Drums Factory! Discover the craftsmanship, innovation, and passion that go into creating some of the finest drums and drum hardware used by musicians worldwide.
Description:
The San Fernando Valley Chapter of ASCM is thrilled to present our upcoming tour of the DW Drums Factory in Oxnard, California.
Tour Highlights:
- Guided walkthrough of the manufacturing processes, from raw materials to finished drum kits and drum hardware.
- Insights into the precision engineering and artisan techniques used to create DW’s signature sounds.
- Visit key areas such as the shell shop, machine shop, and product showroom/museum.
- Learn about DW's commitment to quality and innovation in drum design.
Tour Duration:
- Approximately 1 to 1.5 hours. The walking distance is around 0.5 miles, with minimal stairs.
When: March 20, 2025 from 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: DW Drums Factory Tour, 3450 Lunar Ct, Oxnard, CA 93030
Please register by March 19 1:00 PM.
Click HERE to register.
APRIL PDM - CSUN'S Evening with Industry
Presented by, CSUN Department of Systems and Operations Management (SOM)
Highlight your company for graduating CSUN SOM and Supply Chain Management (SCM) students!
SFV APICS is a proud sponsor of this event to meet and network with graduating CSUN students in SOM (Systems and Operations Management) and Supply Chain. If you would like to meet and/or interview some students or you would like to present your company profile to the students and other companies there, please consider attending. In order to make a reservation, please fill out this online reservation form by Tuesday, March 25, https://forms.gle/peACHZsU3WGhU7V89
Dear Friends of CSUN SOM (Systems and Operations Management) Department,
We are pleased to invite you to our annual Evening with Industry event, which will be on Thursday, April 17, at the Orchard Conference Center (see the attached map for directions). It is co-sponsored by The Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) /American Society for Quality (ASQ) and the Management Information Systems Association (MISA). *Note that our department houses Operations and Supply Chain Management, Information Systems, and Business Analytics programs.
Register:
- Registration is required for this event.
- Please register by March 25, 2024. Space is limited.
When: April 17, 2025 from 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Orchard Conference Center at CSUN, 18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA 91330
Click HERE for more information.
Purchase Discounted Materials
Time to start your certification journey and save money while doing it!
If you are interested in purchasing APICS Certification materials and memberships, the SFV chapter sells all materials and exams at a discount from the ASCM List prices.
- San Fernando Valley members save 20%
- ASCM members of other chapters or forums save 18%
- Non-members save 15%.
Click here to see how much you can save!
Email for more information: [email protected]
Certification Courses
Certification Preparation & Training (CPIM, CSCP, CLTD, CTSC)
CPIM 8.0 (Certified In Planning And Inventory Management)
Certified Logistics, Transportation, & Distribution (CLTD)
This course provides local and global logistics fundamentals, planning and strategy within the supply chain, transportation modes, packaging, handling and carrier selection are included. Distribution strategies are covered as are facilities location, layout and risk management.
The Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Program is an industry recognized educational program created to meet the rapidly changing needs of the supply chain management field.
From manufacturing to service industries, regardless of whether a company is serving businesses or consumer markets, is for profit or not-for-profit, the increasingly important role of supply chain management is affecting all organizations.
Customers already expect good quality at low prices, and speed of delivery is becoming more important. As a result, effective supply chain management has become essential in successfully competing in today’s global marketplace.
The CSCP Prep Program takes a broad view of the field, extending beyond internal operations to encompass all the steps throughout the supply chain—from the supplier, through the company, to the end consumer—and provides you with the knowledge to effectively manage the integration of these activities to maximize a company’s value chain.
Essential Skills and Foundation courses
We expect that our students will take the course that relates to their current job or their desired job and then proceed to the capstone course "Essentials of Supply Chain and Operations Management" to broaden their view of their environment. These courses provide students with a strong foundation to move towards APICS Certification or Certificates.
Certificate Courses
Advance your career and stand out in a strong job market by earning a certificate! ASCM certificate programs offer a flexible method to develop key skills while building knowledge about focused supply chain topics. After passing a final exam, you’ll earn a digital badge and certificate that never expires.
Supply Chain Planning Certificate
Supply Chain Procurement Certificate – Fundamentals of Purchasing and Procurement
Job Board - Classifieds
Whether you're an employer looking to fill an important role, or a job-seeker looking for a new opportunity, this is the place for you!
Employers can submit postings (for free) listed on the ACSM SFV website. In addition, we will publish reminders to visit the job listings page within the monthly ASCM SFV newsletter.
Job Seekers, click here to visit open job openings.
Employers, click here to place a job posting.
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