The Swedish Chamber of Commerce in China is delighted to offer a comprehensive one-day professional training event on the "Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management." This program is designed to equip professionals with essential knowledge and practical insights into supply chain dynamics. The morning session will delve into theoretical aspects, including an in-depth exploration of the "bullwhip effect." In the afternoon, participants will engage in a hands-on learning experience by playing the renowned "Beer Game," providing an intuitive understanding of supply chain challenges.
Join with us this one-day training event offers a unique opportunity to grasp the fundamentals of supply chain management and experience the challenges of the "bullwhip effect" firsthand through the engaging Beer Game simulation.
Elevate your understanding of supply chain management and enhance your professional skills in a dynamic and interactive environment. We look forward to your active participation in this informative and engaging event.
Agenda:
Morning Session (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM):Understanding Supply Chain Fundamentals and the Bullwhip Effect
1. Welcome and Introduction (30 minutes)
- Opening Remarks and Event Overview
- The Significance of Supply Chain Management
2. Supply Chain Basics (60 minutes)
- Defining Supply Chain Management
- Key Components of a Supply Chain
3. The Bullwhip Effect (90 minutes)
- Exploring the Bullwhip Effect and Its Causes
- Impact on Inventory, Costs, and Customer Service
- Strategies for Minimizing the Bullwhip Effect
4. Networking Lunch (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM)
Afternoon Session (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM):Hands-On Learning with the Beer Game
5. Introduction to the Beer Game (30 minutes)
- Overview of the Simulation
- Teams and Roles
6. Playing the Beer Game (120 minutes)
- Simulation Rounds
- Analyzing Outcomes and Challenges
- Discussion on Supply Chain Dynamics
7. Debrief and Discussion (60 minutes)
- Sharing Insights and Observations
- Lessons Learned from the Beer Game
8. Closing Remarks and Certificate Distribution (30 minutes)
Event Objectives:
- To provide participants with a strong foundation in supply chain management principles.
- To deepen understanding of the "bullwhip effect" and its implications on supply chains.
- To offer a practical, hands-on experience through the Beer Game simulation.
- To promote networking and knowledge sharing among professionals.
Who Should Attend:
- Professionals involved in supply chain management, logistics, and operations.
- Business leaders seeking to optimize their supply chain processes.
- Chamber members interested in gaining practical insights into supply chain dynamics.
Date:
December 12th （Tuesday) , 2023
Time:
09:00-16:00 with a light lunch break in between
Training Language:
English
Price/价格:
Member 会员价: 1600 RMB
Non-member 非会员价: 3200 RMB
Venue/地点:
Shanghai (TBC...)
Cancellation Policy
If you cannot attend an event for which you have registered, please cancel your registration no later than seven business day prior to the event. If you fail to notify us of your cancellation in a timely fashion, you will be charged for the event costs.
Fapiao (VAT Invoice)
Apply fapiao when purchasing a ticket, by inputting the Chinese entity name and tax ID (if the title is wrong, you will be unable to receive the Fapaio). Make sure your IT has whitelisted the domain "XX@hlzrkj.xyz. E-Fapiao will be sent to your e-mail within 7 days after completed event (check spam folder). If the fapiao can not be received, please provide an alternative email or contact finance@swedcham.cn
Speakers
Dr. Martin Lockstrom
Executive Director of International Institute of Operations Management
More Information
Dr. Martin
Lockstrom
Executive Director of International Institute of Operations Management
Currently, Dr. Lockstrom is Executive Director of Institute for International Institute of Operations Management, Shanghai, China. Previously, he was Senior Associate Professor of Operations Management at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University in Suzhou, China, where he did teaching and research in the areas of operations and supply chain management. Dr. Lockstrom received his BSc/MSc in Industrial Engineering and Management at Chalmers University of Technology and his PhD in Operations Management from European Business School, Germany. He has previously taught graduate courses at European Business School, Moscow State University, Tongji University and MBA courses at CEIBS, Webster University among others. He is the author of the best-selling textbook “The Operations Management Bible” and has published more than 50 academic and practice-oriented papers and made more than 60 conference appearances. Dr. Lockstrom has more than two decades of consulting experience working with dozens of Fortune 500 companies.
Sponsors and Partners
Corporate Gold Partners
A special thanks to our Corporate Gold Partners for supporting the Swedish business community in China.
Corporate Silver Partners
A special thanks to our Corporate Silver Partners for supporting the Swedish business community in China.
PSU (China) Consulting Co., Ltd.
PSU was established 2006 and is one of the leading Security Consultancies in China that has the experience, insight and resources to help companies and organisations to deal with security related issues such as business intelligence, security audits, investigations and crisis management connected to corporate, brands and individuals.
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