About APICS

APICS The Association for Operations Management is the global leader and premier source of the body of knowledge in operations management, including production, inventory, supply chain, materials management, purchasing, and logistics. Since 1957, individuals and companies have relied on APICS for its superior training, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources, and worldwide network of accomplished industry professionals.

APICS is a not-for-profit, international educational organization respected throughout the world for its education and professional certification programs.

APICS is dedicated to using education to improve the business bottom line.

APICS is recognized globally as

• the source of knowledge and expertise for manufacturing and service industries across the entire supply chain in such areas as materials management, information services, purchasing and quality.
• the leading provider of high-quality, cutting-edge educational programs that advance organizational success in a changing, competitive marketplace
• the source of the internationally recognized certification program, Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)
• a source of solutions, support, and networking through local chapters, workshops, symposia, and the annual APICS International Conference and Exposition