Pideya Learning Academy

Supply Chain Solutions and Applications

Upcoming Schedules

  • Live Online Training
  • Classroom Training

Date Venue Duration Fee (USD)
27 Jan - 31 Jan 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
17 Feb - 21 Feb 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
07 Apr - 11 Apr 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
23 Jun - 27 Jun 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
04 Aug - 08 Aug 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
11 Aug - 15 Aug 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
03 Nov - 07 Nov 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
15 Dec - 19 Dec 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750

Course Overview

In the current era of global competition, digitization, and economic volatility, organizations face immense pressure to align their supply chain operations with broader strategic goals. Supply Chain Solutions and Applications, offered by Pideya Learning Academy, is designed to help professionals rethink traditional models and implement high-impact supply chain initiatives that enhance value, responsiveness, and long-term efficiency. With rising customer expectations and mounting cost pressures, this course equips supply chain professionals with the strategic insight required to drive transformation and create resilient, future-ready supply networks.
Today’s supply chains are more complex than ever, impacted by disruptions in logistics, fluctuating commodity prices, regulatory pressures, and unpredictable geopolitical events. According to a 2024 Deloitte Global Supply Chain Survey, more than 79% of supply chain leaders report significant operational disruptions in the past 12 months, with over 60% identifying technology integration and process agility as top investment areas. Similarly, a recent KPMG report shows that companies with digitally integrated supply chains are achieving 20% faster response times and up to 30% cost reductions compared to traditional models. These insights highlight the urgent need for professionals to master both the operational and strategic aspects of modern supply chain management.
The Supply Chain Solutions and Applications training offered by Pideya Learning Academy is designed to bridge this gap by blending foundational frameworks with advanced strategies tailored for real-world business challenges. The course covers key topics such as inventory optimization, supplier engagement, performance measurement, and digital supply chain integration. It enables participants to identify cost-saving opportunities that do not compromise service quality, explore new models for collaboration across the value chain, and leverage data to guide informed decision-making.
Participants will explore how to align supply chain activities with corporate strategy, assess cost-to-serve models, and redesign logistics networks to support market responsiveness. The training delves into analytical methods to benchmark supply chain maturity, evaluate sourcing effectiveness, and develop strategies to mitigate risks while maintaining stakeholder value.
Throughout the course, participants will discover how to apply systems thinking and scenario planning to tackle supply chain volatility. They will also explore methods for streamlining inventory without sacrificing availability, engaging suppliers to co-create value, and using KPIs to foster accountability and continuous improvement.
Integrated into the course are several key highlights:
Techniques for reducing inventory levels while maintaining customer satisfaction and service reliability
Strategies to engage suppliers and outsourced partners for collaborative value creation
Frameworks for aligning supply chain objectives with corporate cost-efficiency and agility goals
Benchmarking tools to assess operational maturity and drive continuous improvement
Decision-making models powered by supply chain analytics and real-time data
Risk-informed planning approaches to build resilient, adaptable networks
Approaches to align logistics, procurement, and production functions for maximum efficiency
By participating in this Pideya Learning Academy course, attendees gain access to world-class insights that will empower them to lead supply chain initiatives with confidence and clarity. Whether facing regional logistics constraints or pursuing enterprise-wide transformation, professionals will leave equipped with strategies that are immediately applicable and globally relevant.
The course also supports knowledge sharing and strategic thinking through discussions, case examples, and scenario-based sessions—ensuring that participants can connect theory with real business priorities. By embedding these techniques into their professional practice, participants will not only reduce avoidable costs but also elevate their role as value-creating leaders within their organizations.
Ultimately, Supply Chain Solutions and Applications is not just a course—it is a career accelerator designed to equip forward-thinking professionals with the mindset and methodologies needed to succeed in today’s high-stakes supply chain environment.

Key Takeaways:

  • Techniques for reducing inventory levels while maintaining customer satisfaction and service reliability
  • Strategies to engage suppliers and outsourced partners for collaborative value creation
  • Frameworks for aligning supply chain objectives with corporate cost-efficiency and agility goals
  • Benchmarking tools to assess operational maturity and drive continuous improvement
  • Decision-making models powered by supply chain analytics and real-time data
  • Risk-informed planning approaches to build resilient, adaptable networks
  • Approaches to align logistics, procurement, and production functions for maximum efficiency
  • Techniques for reducing inventory levels while maintaining customer satisfaction and service reliability
  • Strategies to engage suppliers and outsourced partners for collaborative value creation
  • Frameworks for aligning supply chain objectives with corporate cost-efficiency and agility goals
  • Benchmarking tools to assess operational maturity and drive continuous improvement
  • Decision-making models powered by supply chain analytics and real-time data
  • Risk-informed planning approaches to build resilient, adaptable networks
  • Approaches to align logistics, procurement, and production functions for maximum efficiency

Course Objectives

After completing this Pideya Learning Academy training, the participants will learn how to:
Evaluate the effectiveness and maturity of current supply chain practices
Identify critical areas for cost improvement and performance enhancement
Create a roadmap for supply chain process optimization and transformation
Design inventory strategies that accelerate working capital efficiency
Collaborate with suppliers and outsourced providers to unlock measurable value
Implement supply chain analytics and KPIs to drive continuous improvement
Balance service-level expectations with long-term cost savings

Personal Benefits

Participants will gain:
A robust understanding of cost optimization techniques in supply chain functions
Improved skills in inventory, supplier, and performance management
Increased confidence in applying benchmarking and analytical tools
Recognition as a cost-conscious, value-driven supply chain leader
Exposure to global best practices for long-term career advancement

Organisational Benefits

Organizations that nominate participants to this training can expect:
Enhanced decision-making aligned with supply chain cost and service objectives
Streamlined processes that reduce waste and improve operational efficiency
Strengthened supplier performance and contract value realization
Greater visibility and control across the end-to-end supply chain
A culture of continuous improvement rooted in data and strategic alignment

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for professionals involved in:
Supply chain, logistics, and transport management
Procurement, sourcing, and vendor relationship management
Inventory control, warehouse, and distribution operations
Production planning, manufacturing, and plant operations
Any professional aiming to enhance cost effectiveness and strategic value across supply chain activities

Course Outline

Module 1: Strategic Supply Chain Benchmarking Techniques
Quantitative vs. qualitative benchmarking approaches Industry-standard process mapping and frameworks Aligning benchmarks with strategic objectives Cross-functional team formation for benchmarking initiatives Identifying operational and performance gaps Prioritizing initiatives based on performance impact Creating a structured roadmap for improvement Leveraging external industry benchmarks and KPIs
Module 2: Advanced Inventory Control and Optimization
Classification of inventory types and categories Strategic procurement alignment with inventory velocity Inventory turnover ratio analysis Accelerating the cash-to-cash conversion cycle Inventory holding cost optimization Demand-driven inventory planning techniques Forecast accuracy and replenishment strategies ABC/XYZ inventory segmentation Risk-based inventory buffer strategies
Module 3: Financial Drivers of Supply Chain Improvement
Linking supply chain strategies to financial outcomes Cost-benefit analysis of inventory optimization Capital investment evaluation for logistics improvement Justifying technology upgrades with ROI metrics Total cost of ownership (TCO) modeling Inventory write-off and obsolescence reduction strategies Working capital optimization
Module 4: Supplier Relationship & Collaboration Frameworks
Supplier segmentation and relationship strategies Collaborative supplier development programs Vendor scorecards and evaluation systems Procurement maturity models Integrating suppliers into innovation processes Conflict resolution and negotiation techniques Cultural alignment in supplier collaboration Supplier risk assessment and mitigation planning
Module 5: Digital Transformation in Supply Chain Systems
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) fundamentals Integration of SCM, ERP, and WMS platforms Digitizing demand signals and procurement workflows IT infrastructure capability assessment Enhancing data visibility and traceability Application of cloud-based SCM systems Cybersecurity considerations in supply chain IT Data normalization and master data governance Enabling real-time decision-making with analytics
Module 6: Integrated Systems and Supply Chain Automation
Internal system integration frameworks API and EDI implementation strategies Automation of procurement and order processing Robotic Process Automation (RPA) in supply chain Supplier portal integration and collaboration platforms AI and ML applications in demand forecasting IoT-based real-time inventory tracking
Module 7: Outcome-Based Outsourcing and Third-Party Management
Transactional vs. value-driven outsourcing models Setting and measuring service level expectations Designing performance-based service contracts Pricing models aligned with value creation Evaluating cost-to-service trade-offs Outsourced logistics and 3PL governance Developing strategic partnerships with providers Outsourcing risk management
Module 8: Supply Chain Governance and Control Structures
Creating governance structures for global supply chains Establishing oversight mechanisms for service delivery Defining accountability frameworks across functions Escalation paths and exception handling Internal controls and audit trails for outsourcing Governance reporting and performance dashboards
Module 9: Performance Measurement and Metrics Alignment
Strategic supply chain KPIs and metrics Defining key operational and financial indicators Cascading performance metrics across business units Balanced scorecard in supply chain performance Tracking productivity, cost, quality, and service Root cause analysis for underperformance Integrating performance feedback loops
Module 10: Driving Continuous Improvement and Innovation
Developing a culture of continuous improvement Kaizen and Lean methodologies in supply chain Incentive programs linked to supply chain results Using Six Sigma for quality improvements Benchmarking improvements against industry peers Establishing innovation labs for supply chain excellence Identifying breakthrough improvement opportunities

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