ISM-AL/MS Gulf Coast, Inc

A Chapter of the Institute for Supply Management working together to advance the profession of supply management.

 

Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals

ISM—Alabama/Mississippi Gulf Coast, Inc. is a not-for-profit association that strives to provide professional growth and networking opportunities to supply management practitioners within our community.  We serve Mobile, Baldwin, and Washington counties in Alabama state; Jackson and George counties in Mississippi state. 

Our monthly, educational meetings give us the opportunity to learn about industry trends and surrounding businesses, while growing our local network. New members and visitors are always welcome.

Upcoming Events

March

25

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Implementing Generative AI – Strategies and Successes

Implementing generative AI involves integrating advanced algorithms to create content, enhance creativity, and automate tasks. Key strategies include leveraging robust data sets, ensuring ethical use, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Successes span diverse industries, from consulting to technology to nutrition, showcasing AI's transformative potential and innovative applications. Learn how industry leading companies are making the transformation.

Online

March

27

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Getting Started with Supply Chain Design

With FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt) embroiling global supply chains, leaders must be proactive and intentional in assessing their supply chains and designing them for the future. But how to start? Ralph Asher of Data Driven Supply Chain LLC will discuss how to get started in supply chain design and answer common questions. This talk will equip organizations to embark on their supply chain design journey, future-proof their supply chains, and build competitive moats.

This session will dive into addressing the following questions:

  • How does supply chain design differ from supply chain planning and optimization?
  • What are some of the strategic questions that we can answer with supply chain design?
  • What data do we need to get started in supply chain design? (Hint: much less than you may think!)
  • How do we measure ROI in supply chain design projects?
  • Should we build an internal team or use consultants for supply chain design projects?
  • Commercial software vs. open-source software: what are the pros and cons for supply chain design?

Online

April

10

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Quarterly State of Risk Update

Join the executive leaders from ISM and Resilinc as they come together as part of a quarterly series to discuss the latest and emerging risks and disruptions impacting global supply chains. ISM CEO Tom Derry and Resilinc CEO Bindiya Vakil will also provide insights based on respective data and research from both organizations.

Online

Welcome to Our New Website

ISM—Alabama/Mississippi Gulf Coast, Inc. has supported the supply chain profession for over 50 years.  We are growing and invite you to particpate with our chapter to meet other professionals in various industries to expand your network and continue your professional growth.

Our new website brings supply management to your fingertips with up-to-date research, articles, events, and connects you with ISM Global. In addition, Continuing Education Hours (CEHs) are automatically recorded to your transcripts and can be accessed under My Account. 

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Valeri Wager, CPSM
Chapter President

Supply Management News & Reports

March 11, 2025
Articles

In “the most challenging time” for the profession, the ISM World 2025 Annual Conference is designed to inspire and celebrate genius amid global challenges and an ever-changing supply chain canvas.

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  • The DEI Debate

    March 11, 2025
    Articles
    Member Only
    Executive orders have aimed to curtail diversity, equity and inclusion efforts in the public sector, and some private companies have followed suit — clouding the future of such policies in supply chain organizations.
  • Forging the Future of Factories

    March 11, 2025
    Articles
    Member Only
    U.S. manufacturing is at a crossroads as the sector seeks to balance the tools, talent and technology to make up ground lost to China.
  • How to ‘Start Changing the Narrative’

    March 11, 2025
    Articles
    Member Only
    The progress of women’s representation in the supply management profession has stalled, but numerous strategies, some as simple as being true to oneself, can help individuals — and organizations — move forward.

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Your membership in ISM will provide a powerful path to stay connected, engaged, and up-to-date with everything happening in supply management. Serious procurement and supply chain professionals are dedicated to staying in the know about their profession and staying at the top of their game. An ISM membership will provide you with that and more.

More than 100 years of experience speaks for itself – ISM can help you succeed. It's our mission.

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ISM World 2025 Registration Open

Join your peers in Orlando, Florida, June 1-3, 2025. The ISM World Annual Conference is a world-class event designed to inspire fresh thinking and provide an educational experience that unites thought leaders, supply chain and procurement professionals, and the innovative suppliers that support them.

You'll leave with new connections, fresh insights, and the inspiration to spark new ideas within your professional community. Register today for the best rates!

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Join the Report On Business®  Survey Panel

ISM®'s Manufacturing, Services, and Hospital Report On Business® gather data monthly through surveys of supply management professionals participating in the Business Survey Committee.

Participation in the survey panel provides many benefits:

  • Receive a copy of the just-released Report On Business® graphical data
  • Directly see how your contribution affects the markets each month
  • Earn Continuing Education Hours

Click the link below to submit your information and someone will reach out to connect for a quick virtual call!

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