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Explore options and develop solutions for meeting your client's changing needs by learning how to gain commitment to an action plan and understand how to extend the relationship beyond the pursuit of a single task.

Discover how to establish and deliver results as a business partner, including different ways of selling the benefits of procurement services, and ensuring that the benefits delivered are identified clearly.

Learn valuable questioning techniques, gain alignment with your senior internal clients, and uncover the information necessary for successful business partnering.

Gain an understanding of Service Level Agreements (SLA's) in contracts and their role in managing supplier performance. In addition, learn how to develop supplier SLA's, and use them to improve supplier performance.

Learn how to apply the DMAIC methodology of Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control (DMAIC) in a Six Sigma project, including how to assess processes and identify areas for improvement. Discover how to use the "Analyze", "Improve" and "Control" phases of the DMAIC process to ensure improvements are measurable and sustainable over time.

Explore the conceptual, analytical and practical aspects of designing experiments. In addition, learn about the failings of traditional experimental design and the benefits of designing a Full Factorial experiment which if done correctly gives the maximum knowledge gain for the lowest cost, every time. Also, learn how to use the results of your designed experiment to create a predictive model and all without the complicated statistics.

Deep dive into Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and Gage Repeatability & Reproducibility (Gage R&R). Develop an understanding of the procedures used in MSA/Gage R&R and how they are applied in the Six Sigma DMAIC process.

Explore the fundamentals of Six Sigma and the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control) methodology. Learn how to effectively define a problem by using different Six Sigma tools and processes. Discover how to use these tools in order to measure progress during your project. Learn how to apply principles in order to complete a successful Six Sigma project.

Learn how to use statistical methods for monitoring and controlling processes. Explore probability distribution simulations, process capability analysis and create control charts from scratch. Discover how to identify areas in your organization where controls can improve quality and reduce costs.

Explore the foundations of Six Sigma and concepts such as understanding quality and the Taguchi loss function. Deep dive into Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and learn how potential failure modes within a system can be identified, analyzed and addressed. Discover best practices for implementing FMEA, including process analysis and criticality assessment.

Explore measurement tools such as data collection and analysis, statistical process control and identifying process capability. Learn how to apply these tools to measure current performance levels and identify areas for improvement, as well as strategies for measuring and monitoring improvement efforts over time. Learn how data from this stage can inform decisions made during the subsequent Analyze, Improve, Control phases of DMAIC.

Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the new era of supply chain management. Through an exploration of IoT technologies and their applications in the supply chain domain, you will gain a deep understanding of the potential benefits of these technologies and how they can be leveraged to optimize supply chain operations.

This topic will equip you with the knowledge necessary to navigate the new era of supply chain and logistics. Through an exploration of IoT technologies and their applications, you will gain a deep understanding of the potential benefits of these technologies and how they can be leveraged to optimize operations.

This SSA training provides an overview of how SSAs are used to protect and safeguard classified information and includes a brief discussion of the FOCI requirements of the NISPOM. The course discusses an employee’s responsibilities under an SSA, as well as specific plans and reporting requirements. When incorporated into a corporate learning plan, it is designed to be personalized using the CE Curator to include company-specific forms, resources, and policies.

Gain an understanding of the skills you need to have in order to manage stakeholders effectively. Learn how to map out your stakeholders and understand their interests, influences, power levels and other factors that can affect team working. You'll also gain insights into techniques for influencing stakeholders through communication strategies, negotiation techniques and dealing with resistance.

Learn to define Strategic Cost Management and its significance within an organization. By breaking down product or service costs into key elements, explore the process steps for Strategic Cost Management in a procurement program. Additionally, identify the necessary support and resources required to achieve successful Strategic Cost Management. Throughout the topic, you'll collect, analyze, and apply cost data principles to create accurate cost breakdowns and evaluate opportunities for savings and added value.

In this course you will learn about Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and how to identify and implement the most effective relationships with each strategic supplier, in order to deliver the best overall strategic value for the buying organization.

Explore strategies to effectively manage risks involved in global sourcing, including understanding risk, identifying and assessing potential risks associated with global sourcing, the importance of having a good supply chain network, leveraging supplier relationships, and investing in technologies that enable better visibility into your supply chain operations. Learn how to create contingency plans and build an effective governance structure around your global procurement strategy.