Institute for Supply Management

Institute for Supply Management Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) is the first and largest not-for-profit professional supply management organization worldwide.

Founded in 1915, ISM serves a community of more than 50,000 in more than 100 countries. For more than a century, Institute for Supply Management® (ISM) has impacted supply management and the purchasing profession through best in class education, certification, leadership development and research. Thousands have received ISM's coveted certifications including the Certified Professional in Supply Ma

nagement® (CPSM®), Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity® (CPSD®) and Associate Professional in Supply Management™ (APSM™) designations. We continuously evolve as the profession evolves and help lead and advance the profession of supply management.

Manufacturing is showing signs of renewed strength — but uncertainty remains a constant for supply chain and procurement...
06/02/2026

Manufacturing is showing signs of renewed strength — but uncertainty remains a constant for supply chain and procurement professionals.

In the latest Inside Supply Management® Weekly:
• A look at May’s Manufacturing PMI®, which reached 54 percent, its highest level in four years amid sustained buying and pent-up demand
• Why relying on informal legacy-system support can create hidden compliance, reliability and operational risks
• The latest developments on Section 232 and what changing trade policies could mean for .

From economic indicators to technology risks and policy shifts, the forces shaping supply management continue to evolve quickly.

Subscribe to Inside Supply Management® Weekly for insights that help you stay ahead of what’s next. ➡️ https://hubs.li/Q04jQKXY0
ISM’s Tariff Resource Center ➡️ https://hubs.li/Q04jQQt60

Most supply chain teams know what they paid. Fewer know what something should cost.That distinction can change the outco...
06/01/2026

Most supply chain teams know what they paid. Fewer know what something should cost.

That distinction can change the outcome of every negotiation.

Total Cost Solution is a live virtual class that teaches the proven AIM & DRIVE® process developed and taught by Jimmy Anklesaria to uncover savings opportunities and manage cost more strategically. In two intensive days, you will learn how to build cost models, apply Total Cost of Ownership, and negotiate using facts, benchmarks, and Price Discipline.

Each registrant also receives a 30-day trial of AIMDRIVE-AI so you can begin applying what you learn immediately.

July 15–16, 2026 | Live Virtual Class
Early bird pricing ends June 15.

Explore the class details and see how this proven process can strengthen your cost strategy: https://hubs.li/Q04jGxTc0

Five months in, this isn’t a blip anymore.The May Manufacturing PMI® registered 54 percent, its highest reading in four ...
06/01/2026

Five months in, this isn’t a blip anymore.

The May Manufacturing PMI® registered 54 percent, its highest reading in four years, as demand indicators continued to strengthen and factory activity remained firmly in expansion mode.

But the story is more nuanced than a headline number:
• The New Orders, Backlog of Orders and New Export Orders indexes all expanded, pointing to sustained demand rather than tariff-driven buying.
• Employment remains in contraction, but hiring sentiment is showing signs of improvement.
• Prices remain elevated and supply continuity concerns tied to the Iran conflict continue to cast a shadow over the outlook.

The question isn't whether is growing. It's whether rising costs and geopolitical uncertainty can keep it from accelerating. Read more 👇
https://hubs.li/Q04jFkFn0

05/29/2026

You want data-driven decisions.
But can you trust your data?

In our latest Supply Chain - Unfiltered episode, Susan Walsh breaks down why messy data is still holding teams back and why AI won’t fix it.

What to know:
• Data quality isn’t optional
• The biggest issues hide in the long tail
• Clean data matters more than ever with tariffs and supply shifts

Before you invest in new tools:
Start with your goal.
Fix the foundation.
Keep standards simple and consistent.
Because bad data doesn’t go away with AI.
It scales.

🎧 Listen now: link in bio and where you listen to your podcasts

ICYMI 💡 AI is no longer a future-state conversation in procurement — it’s an operational imperative. But many organizati...
05/29/2026

ICYMI 💡 AI is no longer a future-state conversation in procurement — it’s an operational imperative. But many organizations are discovering that deploying tools is far easier than scaling measurable impact.

The first article in a series explores why successful AI implementation requires more than technology investment. leaders must align AI initiatives with business value, strengthen fragmented data foundations and prioritize change management across teams and workflows.

The message is clear: AI should support strategy, not define it. Organizations that build governance, data integrity and employee adoption into their AI roadmaps will be better positioned to move procurement from reactive ex*****on to predictive, intelligence-driven orchestration.
https://hubs.li/Q04hYLMJ0

ICYMI ⏩ At , one theme stood above the rest: speed. From AI adoption to geopolitical response and workforce evolution, ...
05/27/2026

ICYMI ⏩ At , one theme stood above the rest: speed. From AI adoption to geopolitical response and workforce evolution, supply chain organizations are being challenged to move faster — and smarter — than ever before.

Speakers including Kara Swisher and J. Shipman Award honorees emphasized that competitive advantage now depends on how quickly organizations can adapt, innovate and empower people. emerged as a critical differentiator, but leaders also stressed the importance of maintaining the human element in decision-making and leadership.

The takeaway from Denver: The future belongs to organizations that can combine velocity, technology and talent to build resilient, forward-looking . https://hubs.li/Q04hYS4B0

Every negotiation shapes value not just price.ISM's Negotiating for Excellence course helps supply management profession...
05/27/2026

Every negotiation shapes value not just price.

ISM's Negotiating for Excellence course helps supply management professionals strengthen negotiation strategy, stakeholder alignment, information control, persuasion, team negotiation dynamics, and cost-based decision making.

📅 Jun 9–10 | Virtual | Live Online
🎓 Earn 14 CEHs

If stronger negotiations are part of your 2026 goals, now is the time to register: https://hubs.li/Q04hmppL0

Procurement leaders are no longer just managing spend — they’re helping companies anticipate disruption, adopt and str...
05/26/2026

Procurement leaders are no longer just managing spend — they’re helping companies anticipate disruption, adopt and strengthen supply chain resilience in real time.

The latest Inside Supply Management® Weekly features the Supply Chain Roundtable, which discusses why organizations often “see things first” when geopolitical shifts, digital transformation and supply risks emerge. Also in this issue: a closer look at the commodities and regions most vulnerable to cargo theft, plus a practical framework designed to close the procurement ex*****on gap and turn strategy into measurable action.

Key themes:
• AI and visibility tools are reshaping procurement
• Cargo theft risks continue to evolve geographically
• Ex*****on remains the biggest challenge after strategy.

Subscribe ➡️ https://hubs.li/Q04hZgyx0
ISM’s Tariff Resource Center ➡️ https://hubs.li/Q04hZdm_0

ICYMI 💬 The experts that make up Inside Supply Management®'s Supply Chain Roundtable discuss how organizations can navig...
05/25/2026

ICYMI 💬 The experts that make up Inside Supply Management®'s Supply Chain Roundtable discuss how organizations can navigate the latest challenges.

From targeted stockpiling strategies and rising fuel surcharges to the looming U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) review, leaders are balancing cost, agility and risk in real time.

Panelists explored how companies are redesigning networks, diversifying suppliers and preparing for geopolitical uncertainty. They also shared why semiconductors, energy and critical minerals are among the most fascinating — and consequential — today.

Read the full discussion for insights on inventory strategy, transportation costs, trade policy and other topics. 👉 https://hubs.li/Q04hr8T30

Be ready for what’s next in your career.CPSM certification helps you move from day-to-day ex*****on to strategic impact ...
05/25/2026

Be ready for what’s next in your career.

CPSM certification helps you move from day-to-day ex*****on to strategic impact — strengthening the leadership, decision-making and supply chain skills employers value most.

CPSM Exam Bundles bring your exam and study materials together in one focused path forward, so you can prepare with clarity and confidence.

Take the next step:
👉 https://hubs.li/Q04hrtdT0

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