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
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!
February
11
2025
Chapter Webinar
ISM- Greater Grand Rapids February Professional Development Meeting
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
February
11
2025
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only
2025 Procurement Agenda and Key Priorities
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.
Highlights from the President
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