Meeting/Event Information

This workshop will be held from 8am to 12pm on Thursdays February 19 - May 21, 2026 (no class 4/23/26)

The CPIM program shows students how to implement proven methods to optimize an enterprise's internal fulfillment processes. Lean, Six Sigma and SCOR principles are embedded throughout this entire curriculum, as detailed below:

Strategic Management of Resources Overview          Develop vital leadership skills via the SMR segment including higher level enterprise-wide thinking, strategic planning, developing aligned goals/metrics and implementing operations policies. This section emphasizes how market requirements drive the resources and processes of an organization.

Master Planning of Resources Overview 
Explore and be able to apply the principles of demand management, sales and operations planning, master scheduling, and distribution planning, and to identify conditions that require action. This module evaluates knowledge of both supply and demand planning for mid- to long-term independent demand.

Detailed Scheduling & Planning Overview                            Acquire a working knowledge of the tools and techniques for planning of inventory, including processes such as MRP, CRP, Lean, TOC, and projects. Covers how to use each technique; standard measurements for inventory, materials, capacity and supplier performance; and when to escalate shortage issues.

Execution and Control of Operations Overview                      Learn how to translate plans into operational activities and define and apply techniques in the operations field. This is the Shop Floor Control process (or Manufacturing Execution System) covering order releasing, monitoring and status reporting plus hourly capacity/materials management within the course of a workday.

Who Should Attend?  Executives, managers and those seeking to advance into management or executive roles should take this course.  Anyone active in daily management of planning, purchasing, logistics, or operations control will bring home strategic choices for enterprise organization, cross-functional communication linkages, and training development initiatives for long term gains in Customer Satisfaction metrics. This module also helps prepare students for the CPIM certification exam.

Educational Benefits:  Substantial reading assignments are required for students in advance of every session. Therefore, registration closes 2/2/26 in order to receive materials 1 week before classes begin.  A variety of teaching techniques are used including hands-on exercises, videos, case studies and spirited class discussions.  

Tuition Cost & Materials Required:  Students should bring a pen and highlighter to every session.  Registration fee includes tuition, Exam credit, plus the following materials:

1.      CPIM Learning System
2.      CPIM Exam Credit (valid for 6 months)
3.      Access to online study tools

CSCP, CLTD, and CTSC holders will earn 50 Certification Maintenance points by attending this course.

Meet Your Instructor: Jessica Flory, MBA, CPIM-F, CSCP-F, CTSC, CLTD                         Jessica has worked in production control, demand planning and material planning in the heavy equipment manufacturing and automotive supply industries. She has provided workshops and consulting services to entrepreneurs and small business owners.  Jessica is an adjunct professor of Supply Chain Management at York College of Pennsylvania.  In addition, she delivers APICS CPIM, CSCP, CLTD, CTSC and Foundations training, enhancing the curriculum to provide hands-on and engaging experiences for all students. Jessica is the 2019 and 2023 recipient of the Joni Holeman Distinguished Instructor Award.

Questions? Call, text or email Jessica Flory 717-860-4128 jessicaflory (at) gmail (dot) com