Master the Supply Chain processes related to reducing inefficiencies in warehousing, distribution, and transportation. Learn the importance of applying sustainable enabling tools that transform the process from end to end. Learn the connection of earlier stages of the Supply Chain to the final stages. Foster innovative & circular thinking. Understand that a commitment to Sustainable process at each stage of the Supply Chain is necessary for long-term Supply Chain function - a course that can lead to the future acquisition of the ISCEA CSSCP - Certified Sustainable Supply Chain Professional - Internationally Recognized Certificate.
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Sustainable Supply Chain Operations and Technology - SSCP03 is designed to further your understanding of foundational Sustainability and Supply Chain knowledge acquired during the first two ISCEA SSCP01-02.
Technology and Tools must be utilized to foster innovation toward a circular Supply Chain Model. Technology such as robotics, drones, AI, and other tools will demonstrate the ability to make shifts in Supply Chain process to reduce financial and environmental waste and emissions. The course displays the importance of Sustainable transportation within core stages of the Supply Chain including Warehousing and Distribution. The course includes industry examples of current innovative initiatives and applications of zero waste and advanced distribution technologies to motivate professionals to implement technologies into existing or developing Supply Chains.
The course demonstrates that tools are assets that allow business processes to move toward a circular model as the economy shifts away from linear design. Supply chain designed with course principles included can protect the planet and future for sustained profit and process.
This course is part of the Sustainable Supply Chain Professional Certification Exam Prep Professional Certificate.
What you'll learn
- To utilize Sustainable methods of transportation: including but not limited to Robotics, Drones, etc.
- To learn Sustainable Manufacturing processes and connect innovative Research & Design to the Manufacturing Process
- Reduce wastes and maximize efficiency throughout the manufacturing process
- Properly execute warehousing that supports efficient flow of goods
- Implement techniques that allow supply chains to function long term using proper inventory practices and warehousing models
- Shift Distribution to follow a model that utilizes renewables and does not compromise financial or environmental sustainability
- The relationship between utilizing Enabling Tools that lead to supply chain flow and their connections to sustainability and overall circular design of the supply chain
