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The CPIM
program integrates individual modules in a progression of increased
understanding of typical business processes as follows:
1.
Introduction Module (1 module) - BSCM (Basics of Supply Chain
Management): terminology and basic concepts related to managing the complete
flow of materials from suppliers to customers.
2. Business
Process Modules (3 modules) - MPR (Master Planning of Resources), DSP
(Detailed Scheduling & Planning) and ECO (Execution & Control of
Operations): available methodologies and techniques to drive processes and the
application of these techniques.
3. Capstone
Module (1 module) - SMR (Strategic Management of Resources): choosing the
appropriate methodologies and techniques for specific needs and an appreciation
for the integral nature of operations. Our CAMPAIGN concept in the PAN-APICS
Chapter provides this logical flow as described above: BSCM, MPR, DSP, ECO and
finally SMR. The diagram below is our anchor chart for the total program,
followed by a more detailed description and outline of each
module.
I. BSCM: BASICS OF SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
An introduction
for production and inventory management personnel and CPIM candidates, this
module provides basic definitions and concepts for planning and controlling the
flow of materials into, through, and out of an organization. It explains
fundamental relationships among the activities that occur in the supply chain
from suppliers to customers. In addition, the module covers types of
manufacturing systems, forecasting, master planning, material requirements
planning, capacity management, production activity control, purchasing,
distribution, quality management, and Just-In-Time manufacturing.
- Business
Concepts: elements of the supply chain, operating environments, financial
fundamentals
- MRP II
(Manufacturing Resource Planning) and JIT (Just In Time)
- TQM (Total
Quality Management) and relationships among MRP II, JIT, & TQM
- Demand
Planning: marketplace-driven, customer expectations, and definition of
value
- Customer
relationships and demand management
-
Transformation of demand into supply: design and capacity
management
- Planning
and execution & control
- Performance
measurements
- Supply:
inventory and purchasing
- Physical
distribution systems and SCM (Supply Chain Management) wrap-up
II.
MPR: MASTER PLANNING OF RESOURCES
In this module we explore processes used to develop
sales and operations plans; identify and assess internal and external demand
and forecasting requirements; and gain an understanding of the importance of
producing achievable master schedules that are consistent with business
policies, objectives, and resource constraints. We focus on developing and
validating a plan of supply, relating management of demand to environment, and
developing and validating the master schedule. In addition, MPR encompasses
concepts for transforming sales, marketing, and business requirements into a
feasible and economic operations plan in various business environments. It also
addresses concepts and methodologies for managing projected and actual demands
from distribution networks and external customers. Finally, MPR presents
methods for integrating sales and operations plans, demand forecasts, and
customer demand into a specific master schedule.
-
Developing/validating a plan of supply: planning processes and
environment
-
Understanding business choices impacting aggregate planning
- Developing
and validating S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning)
- Identifying,
quantifying and assessing demand; relating management of demand to the
environment
- Forecasting
demand
- Recognizing
and processing actual demand
- Developing
and validating the master schedule: relating the master scheduling process to
the business environment
-
Understanding business choices that impact the master scheduling process
- Constructing
and implementing the master schedule; measuring the business planning
processes
III. DSP: DETAILED SCHEDULING AND
PLANNING
In
this module, we discuss the various techniques for material and capacity
scheduling. DSP includes detailed descriptions of "MRP" (Material Requirements
Planning), CRP (Capacity Requirements Planning), inventory management
practices, and procurement and supplier planning. New techniques are presented,
including material-dominated scheduling and process-dominated scheduling, which
are applicable to process industries and other mature production
environments.
- Planning
material requirements for the master schedule and developing inventory
techniques
- Information
used in material planning; characteristics of the detailed material planning
process
- Mechanics
of the material planning process
- Maintaining
the validity of the material plan; interaction with other systems (closing the
loop)
- Planning
operations to support the priority plan: detailed capacity planning
process
- Information
used in capacity planning; desirable characteristics of capacity
planning
- Uses of the
capacity plan; measuring the performance of the capacity plan
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Interactions with other systems
- Planning
procurement and external sources of supply; relationships with
suppliers
- Techniques
for supplier partnerships; implementing the new relationship
IV. ECO: EXECUTION AND CONTROL OF
OPERATIONS
We address 3
main areas in this module: prioritizing and sequencing work; executing work
plans, implementing controls, and reporting activity results; and evaluating
and providing feedback on performance. ECO explains techniques for scheduling
and controlling production and process operations. It also addresses the
execution of quality initiatives and continuous improvement plans, as well as
the control and handling of inventories. Finally, this module presents
techniques for evaluating performance and collecting data for effective
feedback.
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Prioritizing and sequencing work: interfaces with planning and supervision
- Production
environment; scheduling production and process operations
- Executing
plans and implementing controls: reporting activities for push systems
- Reporting
activities for pull systems
- Transaction
reporting; communicating customer & supplier information
- Controlling
resources
-
Implementing continuous improvement
- Evaluating
performance and providing feedback
- Evaluating
quality management processes; monitoring supplier performance
- Evaluating
production operations; evaluating cost performance of operations
V. SMR: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT OF
RESOURCES
In
this module, we will explore the relationship of existing and emerging
processes and technologies to manufacturing strategy and supply chain related
functions. SMR addresses 3 main areas: aligning resources with the strategic
plan, configuring and integrating operating processes to support the strategic
plan, and implementing change. For maximum comprehension of SMR, it is valuable
to have taken the other four modules to be familiar with the information and
concepts presented in those segments.
- Aligning
the resources with the strategic plan
- Competitive
market issues; choices affecting facilities
- Choices
affecting the supply chain
- Choices
affecting information technology
- Choices
affecting organizational design
- Configuring
the operating processes: priority planning processes
- Configuring
capacity planning processes; design and development processes
- Configuring
cost management processes
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Implementing change: managing projects
- Measuring
organizational performance; managing change in an organization
CPIM ECM
(Exam Content Manual) - Stock # 09051 has the above information and a lot
more detail on each module, and the complete CPIM program. You can order this
booklet from APICS at 800-444-2742 and ask for customer service.
Local
questions may be directed to the Certification Team.
COLLEGE CREDITS FOR CPIM EXAMS
The American Council on Education (ACE) and The New York State
Board of Regents recommend college credits be awarded for successful completion
of exams in the CPIM program. The CPIM program contains five exams. College
faculty review teams, chosen based on subject-matter expertise, evaluated each
exam to determine college-level equivalency.
Participating colleges and universities have agreed to consider
credit recommendations for both the CPIM exams because of the integrity of the
ACE and New York State Board of Regents examination review process. To earn how
you can earn college credits download the
Summary of the ACE Review or the
Summary of the New York State Board of Regents
Review for more information.
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