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| Date: 11/20/2008 (11:00 AM - 1:00 PM) |
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St. Louis Roundtable meetings & events
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Description: Join us for a discussion on applying quality systems to your Supply Chain Management process by maintaining product quality and ensuring compliance with global regulations and industry standards for the storage, handling and distribution of product as well as temperature-sensitive products. To speak on this timely subject will be Mr. Scott Rasmussen with Abbott (www.abbott.com). Mr. Rasmussen will delve into Abbott Labs Goods Distribution Process (GDP) and how they manage regulatory, cold chain and quality distribution practices effectively utilizing technology and proven practices.
Scott Rasmussen has a degree in Electrical Engineering. He is currently studying for the APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional certification. He has worked at Abbott for over 20 years in various roles from controls engineer, software engineer, project manager, systems analyst, validation, software quality assurance, and finally Quality Assurance Program Manger of distribution control systems in Abbott’s Global Pharmaceutical Operations division working on product serialization, track and trace, and integration of new DCS systems into a newly developing distribution.
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| Date: 11/20/2008 (11:30 AM - 1:15 PM) |
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Cincinnati Roundtable meetings & events
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Description: Lean, Six Sigma, or Lean Six Sigma for Your Supply Chain?
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Have you been wondering about the differences between Lean and Six Sigma quality programs or how they come together as one unified initiative? Has your company charged you to use Lean and Six Sigma to combat the slowing economy and growing global competition? Has your company been implementing Lean and Six Sigma and is now looking to take these principles out to the extended enterprise of the supply chain? If you answered YES to any of these questions then you must join us for this exciting panel discussion event!
Led by Erika Roberts (LeanCor), this diverse panel will explore the differences between and complimentary natures of these quality initiatives. Take advantage of their combined knowledge to get the answers to your burning questions on Lean Six Sigma’s applicability to your role, company, and supply chain. Use this opportunity to decipher fact from fiction and discover how Lean Six Sigma can be implemented successfully to reduce the costs and improve the processes of your organization!
Facilitator: Erika Roberts
Manager of Business Development, LeanCor
Erika is responsible for the management of sales and marketing activities, definition and communication of the service model and core competencies, and strengthening of branding components at LeanCor. Throughout her career, she has been responsible to: establish and maintain productive relationships with stakeholders in target markets, utilize sales tracking tools and performance measures, report out on market conditions for corporate planning, create sales/marketing plans, and organize high-profile corporate events. Erika is extremely involved with CSCMP with a record that includes: Conference Registration, Membership, and Marketing Committees, Conference Track Chair and Arrangements Chairperson on the 2007 Annual Conference Planning Committee.
Panelist: Mr. Greg Brown
Director, Enterprise Process Improvement Engineering, The Kroger Co.
Greg is responsible for setting the direction for and leading the completion of improvement efforts for 36 manufacturing sites. Having completed his own Six Sigma and Lean training, he is developing a team of talented professionals to support the improvement efforts for the entire Kroger company in our End-to-End initiative. He is entering his eighth year with Kroger, three of which he spent as a successful plant General Manager. Prior to working at Kroger, Greg served as Supply Chain / Logistics Manager at Lever Brothers, Department Manager at Unilever HPC, and Manager and Manufacturing Manager at Unilever.
Panelist: Mr. Bill Kemerer
Manager of Lean Six Sigma Deployment, Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies
Bill is a certified Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Master Black Belt (MBB) that has delivered over $6 million in project savings. In his current role, he has developed Ingersoll Rand’s program from the ground up including the reporting metrics and mechanisms, training material, project selection process, and Belt certification requirements. Bill has lead deployment in 3 plants, 2 business functions, and 3 business transformation projects, and taught in excess of 750 hours of Belt and Champion training. Prior to working at Ingersoll Rand, Bill served as a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and Plant Engineer at Johns Manville, a Senior Engineer at Anchor Hocking Specialty Glass Company, and as a Nuclear Submarine Officer for the United States Navy.
Panelist: Mr. David Orth
Director of Operations, Heroux Devtek (former)
David is a highly-experienced operations strategist with over 18 years of leadership experience in the automotive, building products, and energy generation industries. He excels at instilling the manufacturing 'basics' (Lean, quality, and production metrics and systems) and at managing the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow. David has driven the application of lean and six sigma tools and techniques to allow production to function even better, achieve profitability goals, and sustain the improved performance. He has a proven track record with scorecards associated with customer relationships, financial performance, and employee morale. David has held a variety of managerial positions including Operations Manager, Plant Manager, and Production Manager at well known companies including Cummins Engine, METECNO (ASI Division), and Heroux Devtek.
Time:
11:30 - 12:00 Registration & Networking
12:00 - 12:30 Lunch
12:30 - 1:00 Presentation
1:00 - 1:15 Question & Answer
Location:
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
1301 Western Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45203
Cost:
$20.00 - Students
$30.00 - Members
$35.00 - Non Members
Register:
Contact Vic Martin at VMartin@clippergroup.com or visit http://cscmp.org/roundtable/meetings.asp?CompanyID=41378. Cash and checks can be accepted at the door. Credit cards can only be accepted in advance of the event on-line.
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF POLICY: Registering for an event is a financial commitment. Due to the growing number of "no shows" and the associated expenses to the chapter for meals ordered, etc., all registrants are responsible for full payment regardless of their actual attendance at an event.
CSCMP Cincinnati Roundtable Events: 2008-09 Program Year
2009
January 15 Tour: DTC Facility, Richwood, KY.
February 19 Intermodal & Green Initiatives, Reynold Hoover, AVP Law & Risk Management.
March 19 Logistics of a Bowl Game, Jeff Hericks, University of Cincinnati football equipment manager.
April 16 Distribution and Warehouse Design Trends, Prologis -Darin Manning + Jeff Bender CTMT
May 21 Tour: Avon National Returns Process Center
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| Date: 11/20/2008 (12:00 PM - 2:00 PM) |
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Cleveland Roundtable meetings & events
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| Description: Year 2008 has seen lots of turmoil : Wall Street tumble, Financial credit crisis, Consuming spending indexes falling, Manufacturers dragging, Transportation and Logistics struggling with fuel price. All in all, worries and uncertainty will continue on to 2009. This 2008 last-year event is an attempt to reflect the incidents, clear our minds and get prepared for the coming year 2009. Logistics - the skillset, the methodology to get things flow smoothly is the centerpiece for any firm, factory, forwarder, institute. Please join Cleveland Roundtable getting through 2008 and moving forward to 2009
Our speaker: Rick Kaglic, Senior Economist Eaton Corp.
Rick Kaglic is senior economist with Eaton Corporation, a diversified industrial manufacturer with 2007 sales of $13.0 billion. Eaton is a global leader in electrical systems and components for power quality, distribution and control; fluid power systems and services for industrial, mobile and aircraft equipment; intelligent truck drive-train systems for safety and fuel economy; and automotive engine air management systems, power-train solutions and specialty controls for performance, fuel economy and safety. Mr. Kaglic is the economist covering its fluid power and aerospace end markets and, along with Chief Economist Jim Meil, the U.S. and European economies.
Prior to joining Eaton, Rick spent a year as Chief Economist with the Washington state Employment Security Department and ten years as senior business economist with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. His primary focus was business economics and regional economic issues. He has written widely on current business conditions, housing markets, and labor dynamics.
Rick completed both his Graduate and Undergraduate work at Youngstown State University in Youngstown, Ohio. He is an active member of the National Association for Business Economics as well as past-president of its Chicago chapter. Rick is a member of Governor Ted Strickland’s economic advisory council and has acted as a special advisor to the Indiana, Wisconsin, and Washington budget forecast councils.
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| Date: 11/20/2008 (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM) |
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Thailand Roundtable meetings & events
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| Description: Announcing November 2008
CSCMP Thailand Roundtable Meeting
You are cordially invited to attend our
November Roundtable Meeting at TNSC Meeting Room, Bangkok
CSCMP Thailand Roundtable, a newly formed rountable for logistics professionals and academics in Thailand, will be conducting its second roundtable event on November 20, 2008 at the Thai National Shipper’s Council Meeting Room in Bangkok. Thailand RT is among one of the 94 (and fast growing) RTs around the world that are organized by volunteers who are members of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP).
Our events aim to enhance the knowledge of interested practitioners and academicians in supply chain management and logistics. In 2008-2009, we are interested in finding logistics strategies and solutions to combat high fuel costs. Thus, we are honored to have ILOG, an optimization leader, share their knowledge with us on this important issue. See also www.cscmpthailand.org.
Date: November 20, 2008 13:00-17:00
Venue:
Thai National Shippers’ Council, Meeting Room 1
1168/97,32nd Floor,Zone C Lumpini Tower Blg.,
Rama IV Road Thungmahamek, Sathorn, Bangkok 10120
Tel: 66 2 679-7555 , Fax: 66 2 679-7500-1
Web Site: http://www.tnsc.com/
(Parking is very limited and public transportation is encouraged.)
Admission: No charge. Registration is limited to 50 persons.
Reservation: Please call K. Anchalee Kertngern of TNSC at 02-679-7555 x133
Program:
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13:00-13:50 |
Registration |
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13:50-14:00 |
What’s New at CSCMP Conference in Denver |
Mr. Nopporn Thepsithar, CSCMP Thailand Roundtable President |
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14:00-15:00 |
Impact of Oil and Labour on Network, Transport, Supply Chain Cost and Carbon Footprint |
Kuah Ann Thye, Sales Manager South Asia, ILOG (S) Pte Ltd, Singapore |
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15:00-15:30 |
Questions and Discussion
Coffee will be served during this time. |
All CSCMP Roundtable Participants |
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15:30-15:40 |
Introducing ILOG |
Dr.Pricha Pantumsinchai, M-Focus Co., Ltd. |
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15:40-16:30 |
Understanding optimization technology behind ILOG CPLEX and ODM |
Mah Win Hong, Senior Technical Account Manager, ILOG (S) Pte Ltd, Singapore |
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16:30-17:00 |
Questions and Discussion |
All Participants |
In Thailand, the formation of CSCMP Thailand RT was partially supported by Thai National Shippers’ Council (TNSC). In addition, TNSC staffs assist in secretarial support and allow CSCMP meeting events to take place on their premise. |
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| Date: 11/20/2008 (1:00 PM - 3:30 PM) |
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New England Roundtable meetings & events
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| Description: The NEW ENGLAND ROUNDTABLE & COUNCIL OF SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS (CSCMP) present:
Tour of Dunkin' Donuts Northeast Distribution Center
How did New England’s own Dunkin’ Donuts grow from one store in Quincy, MA to be the world’s largest coffee and baked goods chain, serving more than 3 million customers per day? By 2007 there were 7,988 Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin’ Robbins stores worldwide, including 5,769 franchised stores in the US and 2,219 internationally. Dunkin’ Donuts sells 52 varieties of donuts and more than a dozen coffee beverages as well as an array of bagels, breakfast sandwiches and baked goods. This store count includes Baskin’ Robbins, some combined and some stand alone.
They grew with great products and great supply chain and logistics. Fresh coffee and donuts don’t just happen.
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Patty Healy – Director of Marketing
John Ditmars – Vice President of NE Operations
David Liguori – National DCP Chief Operating Officer
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Thursday, November 20
1:00 Registration and Networking
1:15 Facility Overview and Logistics within Dunkin' Donuts NEDCP
2:00 Facility Tour
3:00 Questions & Answers
3:30 Program Completion
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Dunkin' Donuts North East Distribution Center
150 Depot St.
Bellingham, MA |
Program Details:
This relatively new (24 months) 235K sq. ft warehouse and distribution center is the largest of Dunkin’ Donuts five National DCPs. This facility serves all of the New England states plus upstate NY. They ship to about 2500 points (stores and commissaries), processing 850 store deliveries, 500 – 1000 e-com orders and 10 exports internationally per day.
We will tour the freezer, cooler and ambient temperature warehouses, as well see warehouse selection and QA and process areas. Voice picking was recently integrated with the WMS for case and full pallet picking process. We also expect a demonstration of the Onboard Computer System.
Registration Fee:
Non-members are always welcome. The registration fee is $40 if prepaid by Monday, November 17. Payment after this date will be $45. For full-time students, the prepaid fee is $15.
You may pay by Visa, MasterCard or American Express on our website.
Click here to Register online (all non-student registrations)
Click here for Student Registration
Questions about registration: Call Lee Petri at 508 543-0400 ext 211
Questions about event content: Call Neal Chamberlain at 781-862-1115,
or e-mail to Neal@LexingtonEngineering.com
Attire:
Business/Casual; please wear comfortable flat-heeled shoes; no opened toed shoes or sandals. Remember to bring a jacket since the tour will include a stop in the refrigerated section of the warehouse.
About Our Speakers
Patty Healy: Director of Marketing and Brand Relations, National DCP
Patty joined the Northeast DCP in 2002 as the Director of Marketing and Brand Relations, NEDCP. Prior to joining the supply chain side of the business, Patty worked at Dunkin’ Brands for 9 years in roles that included Operations Management, Field Marketing and leading the New Product Pipeline Team. Today she is responsible for the Marketing Communications team which serves as the voice of both the National and Regional DCPs, ensuring messages are clear and timely to our customers: the Franchisees, Store Managers, Dunkin’ Brands and DCP employees.
John Ditmars – Vice President of Operations Dunkin’ Donuts Northeast Distribution Center John oversees the direction and coordination of the activities of the Fleet and Warehouse Managers and Supervisors. He works with all department heads to ensure customer service goals are met while maintaining high standards In safety, service and efficiency.
David Liguori – National DCP Chief Operating Officer
As a strong member of the Executive team, David Liguori provides management oversight for the smooth and efficient operation of all four regional Dunkin’ Donuts DCPs. He carries responsibility for integrating the strategic plan of the organization with the operation as a whole as well as working collaboratively with the DCP staff, Regional Boards, National Board, Dunkin’ Brands and vendor partners to develop and implement programs designed to ensure the operational and strategic success of the DCPs, franchisees and Dunkin’ Brands.
Directions to Dunkin’ Donuts Northeast Distribution Center
- From the North: Route 495 South to exit 18, Route 126 South. Go straight through 2 sets of lights onto Hartford Ave. (A Dunkin’ Donuts is on the left at the 2nd light, continue straight through this intersection.) Turn left onto Depot Street. DDNEDC is approximately 1/2 mile up on the right.
- From the South: Route 495 North to exit 18, Route 126 South. Go straight through 3 sets of lights onto Hartford Ave. (A Dunkin’ Donuts is on the left at the 2nd light, continue straight through this intersection.) Turn left onto Depot Street. DDNEDC is approximately 1/2 mile up on the right.
- From Points West: Mass Pike East to exit 11A, Route 495 South to exit 18, Route 126 South. Go straight through 2 sets of lights onto Hartford Ave. (A Dunkin’ Donuts is on the left at the 2nd light, continue straight through this intersection.) Turn left onto Depot Street. DDNEDC is approximately 1/2 mile up on the right.
- From Boston: 95 South to 495 North to exit 18, Route 126 South. Go straight through 3 sets of lights onto Hartford Ave. (A Dunkin’ Donuts is on the left at the 2nd light, continue straight through this intersection.) Turn left onto Depot Street. DDNEDC is approximately 1/2 mile up on the right.
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| Date: 11/20/2008 (5:30 PM - 9:00 PM) |
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Chicago Roundtable meetings & events
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Description: > 
Surviving the Slump:19th Annual State of Logistics Report
Business logistics cost in 2007 were at $1.4 trillion, an increase of seven percent over the
previous year. Higher inventory carrying costs outpaced the flagging U.S. economy pushing
logistics costs as a percent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) into double digits for the first
time since 2000. What are the causes, what are the implications and trends for 2008 and
beyond?
Roz Wilson Bio: Rosalyn Wilson is an independent consultant with over 30 years of experience
in the transportation field. She is the author of the CSCMP-sponsored State of Logistics Report®
and co-author of Securing Global Transportation Networks. Her practice focuses on the analysis
of the performance of various sectors of the industry and identifying and analyzing key issues
facing the transportation industry.
Date:
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Schedule:
5:30 p.m. – Reception
6:30 p.m. – Dinner
7:30 p.m. – Program
Cost:
$48.00 – Members
$53.00 – Non-members and Walk-ins
$25.00 – Students
NEW LOCATION!!!:
Fountain Blue Restaurant
2300 Mannheim Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60018
(847) 298-3636 DIRECTIONS
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| Date: 11/20/2008 (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM) |
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Columbus Roundtable meetings & events
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| Description:
November 20, 2008
Location: DSW Distribution Center
Time: 5:30pm Registration
EXPERIENCE DSW--THEN AND NOW!
NOTICE! Registration for this event is closed as we have the limit for attendees. Thank you for your interest.
Join the CSCMP Columbus Roundtable for a special evening tour of the DSW Retail Distribution Center. DSW opened its Columbus distribution center, which is one of two distribution centers in the DSW distribution network, in June 2001. The CSCMP Columbus Roundtable toured the DSW Retail Distribution Center in the Fall of 2001. However, what a difference even a few years can make! In 2004, DSW upgraded this particular distribution center with an automated receiving and crossdock system where 40% of receipts spend less than 10 minutes in the distribution center. Come and see for yourself the dynamic nature of this fast paced operation. You are bound to be inspired and to have a clearer sense as to how to make the most efficient, practical use of your own distribution space.
Doors will open at at 5:30 p.m. on the date of the event. Jeff Girard, Vice President of Logistics at DSW, will give an overview of the DSW Retail Distribution Center starting at 6:00 p.m. Tours will follow immediately afterwards. Dinner will be provided. Sign up now to ensure that you do not miss out on this rare learning opportunity!
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| Date: 11/20/2008 (5:30 PM - 7:00 PM) |
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Mid-South Regional (Memphis) Roundtable meetings & events
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| Description: Roger Woody will speak to the Memphis Roundtable
“Strategy from a Unique 3PL”
Roger W. Woody, Supply Chain Strategy for EMBARQ Logistics, was elected to the office of Chair of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals’ (CSCMP) Board of Directors. At EMBARQ Logistics, Woody is responsible for the development and design of Supply Chain and Logistics solutions for both the company’s core business as well as for non-affiliate customers.
A 20-year Logistics and Supply Chain management veteran, Woody has held management positions with Hallmark Cards, Yellow/Roadway Corporation, Delfour, and Sprint. His responsibilities included business development, supply chain and inventory process development/improvement, marketing, operations, procurement, project management and sourcing.
Where: Holiday Inn (University of Memphis)
3700 Central Ave
Memphis, TN
When: November 20, 2008
5:30 p.m Registration
6:00 p.m Dinner
If you’re having difficulty registering contact David Shell at David.Shell@BNSFLogistics.com You do NOT need to be a CSCMP member to attend. ***Registration is an obligation to pay***
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| Date: 11/20/2008 (5:30 PM - 6:30 PM) |
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Rocky Mountain Roundtable meetings & events
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Description:
CSCMP Rocky Mountain Roundtable
Monthly Meet-Up
An informal gathering of Denver-area supply chain professionals, educators, and students in a relaxed and enjoyable setting. Come after work or class; come before dinner or on your drive home; come for 20 minutes or stay as long as you like. But don’t miss out on this great opportunity to get to know your Denver supply chain community better!
At the Monthly Meet Up, you will:
- Get the chance to network with others in the Denver supply chain world
- Meet members of your Rocky Mountain Roundtable board and planning team
- Find out about upcoming events, tours, speakers, and RMR activities
- Give your input on future activities and find out how to get involved in CSCMP
At McLoughlin’s Restaurant, in the beautiful Riverfront Park area.
McLoughlin’s is just across the Millennium Bridge from LoDo, a three minute walk west from downtown, Union Station, Light Rail, and Mall Ride, and just off I-25 with plenty of free parking available in the area.
http://mcloughlins.us/
2100 16th St #145
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 573-5131
Swing by, order yourself an appetizer or a beverage, and look for the RMR table.
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