ISM-Greater Grand Rapids, Inc.

A Chapter of the Institute for Supply Management working together to advance the profession of supply management.

Greater Grand Rapids Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals 

ISM—Greater Grand Rapids, Inc. is a not-for-profit, dynamic association of procurement and supply management professionals providing continuing education in the Greater Grand Rapids region.

Elevate Your Career

A chapter of Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®), ISM—Greater Grand Rapids, Inc. was incorporated in 1919, making us one of the oldest ISM chapters in the nation. Our membership is comprised of professionals in both the private and public sectors, representing more than 100 employers throughout the region.

 

Upcoming Events

January

29

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Navigating Sustainability Regulatory Compliance with AI-Driven Solutions

Join us for an insightful webinar that will delve into the latest sustainability regulations, focusing on the anticipated consolidation of CSRD, CSDDD, and EU disclosures in 2025. Discover how AI-driven solutions can help your organization stay ahead of international compliance requirements, streamline processes, and enhance sustainability efforts, all exclusively through the procurement lens.

During this webinar, you will learn about:

  • The key aspects of the upcoming regulatory changes and their implications for businesses.
  • How AI-driven tools can simplify the compliance process by automating data collection, analysis, and reporting.
  • Best practices for integrating AI solutions into your existing compliance framework.
  • Strategies for staying proactive and adaptive in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

Do not miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical strategies.

Register now to secure your spot!

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February

11

2025

Chapter Webinar

ISM- Greater Grand Rapids February Professional Development Meeting

How Supply Management Can Help Lead Sustainability

Spencer Stanitzek, Steelcase Supply Chain Leader, Direct Materials – Coatings, Outsourced Coaters, & Glass

Sponsor: 270 ISM—Greater Grand Rapids, Inc.
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Spencer Stanitzek

February

11

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

2025 Procurement Agenda and Key Priorities

2024 has been a year where Procurement’s priority shifted significantly to cost reduction in an effort to enable their organizations concerns over broader economic health. But it has also been a year where broad-based awareness of the impact of Generative AI on the procurement operating model became more entrenched. Looking forward to 2025, how will procurement teams prepare for success?

Join this session to gain insights into Hackett’s recently published 2025 Procurement Key Priorities research covering the following areas.

  • Key trends that will have a transformational impact on the procurement agenda over the next five years.
  • 2025 key objectives and transformation plans for procurement organizations.
  • Projected changes in procurement workloads, staffing levels, operating budgets, and technology spending.
  • Expected trends in procurement including operating model and analytics.
  • The use of generative AI and technology to enable procurement capabilities.

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Highlights from the President

As a chapter of Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®), we have been providing educational opportunities for our membership since 1919.

They include eight Professional Dinner Meetings (PDM), tours, seminars, and webinars.  So take a look around.  If you are not a member and would like to try us out, please contact us:  ismggr@aol.com.

We provide over 35 hours of educational opportunities in addition to networking with your peers.  Again, reach out to us as we would like to assist you in growing in the profession.

Andrew Roman
Chapter President

Supply Management News & Reports

Uncertainties and Unknowns — Again

January 15, 2025
Articles

More business-friendly policies are likely in 2025, but supply management organizations must contend with ‘significant wild cards,’ including many of the same dynamics that defined the first Trump administration.

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Join ISM

Your membership in ISM will provide a powerful path to stay connected, engaged, and up-to-date with everything happening in supply management. Serious procurement and supply chain professionals are dedicated to staying in the know about their profession and staying at the top of their game. An ISM membership will provide you with that and more.

More than 100 years of experience speaks for itself – ISM can help you succeed. It's our mission.

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ISM World 2025 Registration Open

Join your peers in Orlando, Florida, June 1-3, 2025. The ISM World Annual Conference is a world-class event designed to inspire fresh thinking and provide an educational experience that unites thought leaders, supply chain and procurement professionals, and the innovative suppliers that support them.

You'll leave with new connections, fresh insights, and the inspiration to spark new ideas within your professional community. Register today for the best rates!

Register Today

Join the Report On Business®  Survey Panel

ISM®'s Manufacturing, Services, and Hospital Report On Business® gather data monthly through surveys of supply management professionals participating in the Business Survey Committee.

Participation in the survey panel provides many benefits:

  • Receive a copy of the just-released Report On Business® graphical data
  • Directly see how your contribution affects the markets each month
  • Earn Continuing Education Hours

Click the link below to submit your information and someone will reach out to connect for a quick virtual call!

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