Newsletter - January 2007
In This Issue:
- President's Message
- Shoreline APICS PDM Calendar for 2006 / 2007
- Board of Directors Meeting Schedule for 2006 / 2007
- 2006-2007 CPIM Review Course Schedule
- Tip of the month
· Board of Directors 2006-2007
As 2006 winds down I write my last message for the year. I frequently mention how quickly the time is flying by. The same is true with change in our profession and in the global marketplace. Many have seen, or will see soon, changing roles brought about by ever more rapid advancements in technology and communication; and how they are used to shape our world. We must be very adaptable to change as well as be like a sponge when it comes to learning new concepts and skills if we are to prosper or even possibly survive in the supply chain field. The manufacturing sector (where most of us ply our skills) seems to be impacted the most significantly (and negatively) by the changes in our world. We must change our paradigms if we are to turn disastrous trends towards offshore production by capitalizing on our strengths, such as those discussed by Thomas Krupka during his excellent presentation at our November PDM. I mention these things to highlight the importance of continuous improvement. Many of us apply those concepts to our workplace, but we must also apply them to ourselves and take advantage of the opportunities available to grow professionally. We, at the Shoreline Chapter, have speakers who provide insight into concepts and trends that impact on our profession. There are many other sources of valuable information available too, such as APICS International; other professional organizations; education institutions; and in-house programs. I encourage all to take advantage of as many opportunities for professional development as are available to you. Your professional future could very well depend on it.
I also want to mention briefly that APICS International is taking a vote in January to potentially modify their governance structure. Basically what the proposed change does is to reduce the size of the BOD to a manageable level to facilitate decision-making (the larger the group the more difficult to reach agreement on anything). The new proposed change is not a drastic as the one that didn’t pass several years ago. This would impact us due to the reduction in Regions from 14 to 9. Our Region 14 would be combined with Region 13 (Illinois and Indiana). The new Region would have the largest membership within APICS. Regional leadership supports the proposal and it is likely to pass. I’ll provide more information as it becomes available.
This is the time of year when we all need to spend some quality time with our family and friends. I, and the rest of the Board, wish all a Happy Holiday season as well as a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year. Once the holidays are over please mark your calendars to join us at the January PDM on the 11th at the Silver Valley Supper Club where our featured speaker will be Greg Gauthier. He has addressed us in the past and always provides excellent thought provoking presentations.
Bruce Balthazor, CPIM, C.P.M.
President-Shoreline APICS
Shoreline APICS PDM Calendar for 2006/2007
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Location |
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9/19/06 |
Millhome Supper Club - Millhome, WI |
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10/18/06 |
Edgewood Pub & Grill - Valders, WI |
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11/15/06 |
Brisco County Wood Grill - Sheboygan |
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1/11/07 |
Knox's Silver Valley Supper Club - Manitowoc, WI |
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2/20/07 |
Nino's Restaurant - Sheboygan, WI |
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3/21/07 |
Jacks "R" Better, Manitowoc, WI |
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4/17/07 |
Richard's Restaurant - Sheboygan Falls, WI |
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5/15/07 |
Tentative - Location to be determined |
Please note that all PDM dates and locations are subject to change. Check our website for the latest information.
1/11/07 Professional Development Meeting:
Topic: Opening the Door on Your Potential
How many times have you felt that you have more potential than what you are
showing in your career, your wages or your role as a spouse or parent? Few
people live up to their potential - Why? Our speaker will: 1) present
concepts to explain why we, as individuals and groups, get the results we
do, 2) give you concrete techniques to release more of your potential and 3)
teach you how to get more out of the people around you at work and home.
You're guaranteed to pick up something that will make you think differently.
Speaker: Greg Gauthier
Greg Gauthier has been leading people for over 25 years. He has held senior
positions in publicly traded and privately held companies and was a company
owner for nearly ten years. Today he is a partner in the management
consulting firm of Foxwood Associates helping clients develop and execute
strategies to improve earnings, cash flow and growth.
During his career Greg has had the opportunity to see a lot of variation in
the performance of people and companies. Often he'd observe individuals with
similar capabilities getting much different results or companies with
similar "potential" performing at very different levels. This led him to
take an interest in how people and companies think and how that might
explain why some thrive while others just survive. Tonight he will share
with us some of what he's learned and give us an insight into ourselves, our
families and our work lives.
Location: Knox’s Silver Valley Supper Club
1222 S Alverno Rd, Manitowoc, WI
Hwy 43 to 151W- exit 149. Take 151W for approx 1 mile. Take a Right on
Alverno Road, go approx 1 mile. Silver Valley is on the Left.
To register, contact roozee14@gmail.com by Friday Jan 5.
Time:
Cocktails: 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Dinner: 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Chapter Business: 6:45 PM to 7:00 PM
Speaker: 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Cost:
Member: $20.00
Guest: $25.00
Student: $15.00
Board of Directors Meeting Schedule for 2006/2007
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August 8 |
September 5 |
October 3 |
November 7 |
January 2 |
February 6 |
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March 6 |
April 3 |
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The Board of Directors meets on the first Tuesday of every month at Lakeshore Technical College at 6:00 PM. There will be a special meeting of the board, in May, to review the program year and plan for the next year. All members are welcome to attend any board meeting. Please contact a board member if you're interested in attending a meeting and/or joining the Board.
2006-2007 CPIM Review Course Schedule
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COURSE TITLE |
MODULE DATES |
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Basics of Supply Chain Management (BSCM) |
Completed |
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Master Planning of Resources (MPR) |
November 2, 9, 16, 30 December 7 of 2006 |
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Detailed Scheduling and Planning (DSP) |
January 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15 of 2007 |
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Execution and Control of Operations (ECO) |
March 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 of 2007 |
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Strategic Management of Resources (SMR) |
April 12, 19, 26 May 3,10 of 2007 |
Location / Fees
CPIM review courses are held on Thursdays from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Bemis Plant N in Sheboygan Falls
Fees are $250 for APICS members and $325 for non-members. The course fees include participant’s guides / workbooks. Checks for fees should be made out to Shoreline APICS Chapter, and should be sent to P.O. Box 805 Sheboygan, WI 53082-0805 prior to the beginning of class.
The classes are limited to 20 students. Sessions may be cancelled should there not be enough participants. To register, please contact:
Bruce G. Balthazor, CPM, CPIM
Senior Buyer
DRS Power & Control Technologies, Inc.
4265 North 30th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53216
Phone (414) 875-4772
Fax (414) 875-4712
Directions to Bemis Plant N in Sheboygan Falls
1. Head West on WI-23 - go 2.6 mi.
2. Take the CR-Y exit towards Kohler - go .4 mi.
3. Continue on Highland Dr. - go .8 mi. you will pass Woodlake Market
4. Turn Right on Greenfield Dr. - go 1.2 mi. this is known as upper Falls Road. It takes you past the cemetery located on the right.
5. Turn Right on Range Line Rd. - go .3 mi.
6. Turn left on Forest Avenue - go about 1 block. Bemis Plant N is on the left side
7. Turn left at the Bemis plant
The parking area is on the side or in the front. Please use the front door and sign in at the desk upon arrival.
INSTRUCTOR HONORARIUMS
We are currently seeking instructors for the CPIM review courses. The instructors receive $750 as honorariums for every course and are eligible for 2 certification maintenance points per hour of instruction as outlined in the maintenance manual. If you are interested, please contact any of the board members.
Tip of the Month: Certification maintenance cycles run in 5-year intervals ending on the last day of the month that initial certification is received. If you fail to earn the 75 required points by this deadline your certification will be suspended. To reinstate it you will need to earn the 75 core points + an additional 15 points for each year that your certification maintenance has lapsed. Well worth the effort to earn the necessary points within the allotted time line.
Last month’s answers:
LYCCE TONUC - Cycle Count
CHAPSURGIN - Purchasing
TOL ZEIS - Lot Size
SUBSNESI LAPN - Business Plan
Unscramble these words:
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HESINGCLUD __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
DAROB FO RTRSIODEC __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
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Answers will be in next month’s newsletter
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Position |
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Telephone |
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President |
Bruce Balthazor |
414-875-4772 x140 |
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Executive Vice President |
James Prellwitz
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Immediate Past President |
Bruce Balthazor |
414-875-4772 x140 |
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Secretary |
Stacy Backhaus |
920-686-7129 |
mrsrock630@hotmail.com |
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Treasurer |
Linda Tryba |
920-457-4441 x77830 |
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Membership VP |
Carolyn Johnson |
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Programs VP |
Ruth Zimmermann |
920-758-2228 |
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Education VP (Faculty) |
Steve Redmer |
888-468-6582 |
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Certification VP |
Bruce Balthazor |
800-245-4772 x140 |
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Student Chapter VP |
Stacy Backhaus |
920-686-7129 |
mrsrock630@hotmail.com |
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Newsletter Editor |
Debra Gunderson |
920-682-8825 x154 |
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Webmaster |
Mark Duff |
920-457-4441 x72524 |
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Passport Coordinator |
Dan Otte |
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