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Supply chain is a dynamic industry that is constantly evolving. Shouldn’t supply chain training do the same?

WORKSHOP-IN-A-BOX is an innovation in supply chain training and content delivery. It offers a cost effective and time efficient way to train your supply chain staff by including all the elements of a traditional workshop with the convenience of training your staff when and where you want. Train one person or your entire team – there’s no limit on number of users.

How does it work? All workshop material is provided on a DVD ROM. Simply insert the DVD ROM into your computer / laptop (no additional software is needed). A content page will appear and you can select which session you wish to view. Each session includes video of the presenter while the material is timed and builds on each slide to maximise delivery of the workshop content. Click here to view a sample of the format.

Functionality: To enhance the learning experience, we have built additional functionalities into this product:

  • Pause, forward and rewind any presentation
  • Print the presentation slides
  • Post questions to presenters online
  • View other “delegates” Q&A’s on each session

Below is a list of topics that are currently available or in production.

WORKSHOPS AVAILABLE

MULTIMEDIA RECORDING - 4th Annual Best Practices for Modern Distribution Centres
Presentation Time: 2 Day Conference

Distribution Centres are under increasing pressure to reduce operating and inventory costs and yet still increase customer service levels. Distribution centres are no longer viewed as just cost-centres but are viewed as a critical value-adding link in the supply chain.

 

This conference will help delegates to explore ways to optimize their processes in order to build higher throughput and a flexible system for superior customer service while minimizing operational expense.

 

Speakers will address the fundamental issues challenging modern organisations and will offer strategic and practical approaches for consideration in transforming your distribution centre into a value-adding link in your supply chain.

 

The content of this conference is practical and delegates will leave with fresh ideas and proven methodologies that can immediately be implemented in your supply chain.

Cost: R 1850 + vat
Additional Copies: R 925 + vat

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Introduction to Demand Planning & Management
Presentation Time: 5 hours 11 minutes

Now more than ever, accurate and timely demand plans are critical for the operation of an efficient and effective supply chain.
Due to Supply Chain complexities and cost pressures, it is absolutely crucial to keep the minimum amount of cash tied up in inventory, while satisfying the customer to the maximum. Inaccurate demand forecasts can result in imbalances in supply, reductions in customer service levels or possibly inflated stock levels.

This workshop will provide you with insight into best-practice tools and techniques. By understanding the tools available, the obstacles in the process and the outcomes that can be expected, you can stay ahead of the pressure that is part and parcel of the job of being a demand planner or manager.

Cost: R 1250 + vat
Additional Copies: R 625 + vat

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Fundamentals of Effective Distribution Management
Presentation Time: 19 hours 35 minutes

For any company that offers goods or services to the marketplace, it is vital to conduct efficient and cost-effective distribution in order to reduce operating costs, maintain customer service levels and sustain growth in today’s highly competitive marketplace.

Effective distribution is the cornerstone of improved customer service.

This workshop-in-a-Box will provide delegates with an understanding of the components required to create and maintain an effective distribution network. The workshop content is a combination of solid theory blended together with shared experience from your seasoned presenter.

This workshop has been designed for introductory to intermediate level.

Cost: R 2650 + vat
Additional Copies: R 1325 + vat

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Fundamentals of Stores Management
Presentation Time: 9 Hours 11 Min

Store Operations play a critical role in the profitability and success of each business. The way stores are managed can impact greatly on the company’s bottom line. This workshop-in-a-box will provide delegates with a complete understanding of current best practices in stores management and importantly, how to apply them effectively in their current environment. The aim of this workshop is empower delegates with the knowledge to increase efficiency, improve productivity and be more customer focused and service oriented.

This workshop has been designed for introductory to intermediate level.

Cost: R 1680 + vat
Additional Copies: R 840 + vat

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Fundamentals of Warehouse Management
Presentation Time: 11 hours

This Workshop-in-a-Box is designed to provide delegates with the skills and knowledge required to effectively manage operations within a modern warehouse or distribution centre. The presenters address fundamental issues challenging modern organisations and offer strategic and practical approaches for consideration in transforming your distribution centre into a value-adding link in your supply chain.

This workshop has been designed to offer value to all levels of experience.

Cost: R 1950 + vat
Additional Copies: R 975 + vat

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Masterclass: Integrated Supply Chain Planning
Presentation Time: 5 hours

Many people view the supply chain from the perspective of their own function - manufacturing, logistics, or procurement, without being able to appreciate what needs to be considered across all of the functions in the supply chain. This Workshop-in-a-Box aims at giving you an understanding of the basic principles that are considered at each step within the process of planning an integrated supply chain. 

This workshop has been designed for intermediate to advanced level.

Cost: R 1250 + vat
Additional Copies: R 625 + vat

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Fundamentals of Inventory Management
Presentation Time: 12 hours 36 minutes

This workshop-in-a-box will provide delegates with a complete understanding of current best practices in inventory management and importantly, how to apply them effectively in their current environment. The content is practical and delegates will learn proven methodologies that can immediately be implemented in their supply chain.

This workshop has been designed for beginner to intermediate level.

Cost: R 1950 + vat
Additional Copies: R 975 + vat

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Introduction to Logistics Management
Presentation Time: 3hours 24min

Due to Supply Chain complexities and cost pressures, it is absolutely vital to keep the minimum amount of cash tied up in inventory and the distribution network, while satisfying the customer to the maximum. This workshop will provide you insight and help you gather the best-practice tools and techniques to achieve this. By understanding the tools available, the obstacles in the process and the outcomes that can be expected, you can stay ahead of the pressure that is part and parcel of the job of being a logistics manager.

This workshop has been designed for introductory level.

Cost: R 920 + vat
Additional Copies: R 460 + vat

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Masterclass: Forecasting Models & Techniques
Presentation Time: 1 hour 47 minutes

You don't have to be a mathematician to prepare accurate demand forecasts but an understanding of the various statistical models and techniques is essential for any demand planner. This Workshop-in-a-Box will provide you with an understanding of the more frequently used forecasting models and techniques and how to use this knowledge and apply them to your forecasting process.

This workshop has been designed for intermediate to advanced level.

Cost: R 650 + vat
Additional Copies: R 325 + vat

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CURRENTLY IN PRODUCTION

Introduction to the Consumer Protection Act
Release Date: 15 October 2012

A joint venture between The CGCSA & W&RSETA

A guide to Effective Barcoding
Release Date: 01 January 2011

Course for CGCSA Members

Fundamentals of Effective Distribution Management
Release Date: 01 February 2010

Fundamentals of Demand Forecasting
Release Date: 01 February 2010

Techniques for Successful APICS Exams
Release Date: 01 January 2010