Institute for Supply Management
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Institute for Supply Management (ISM) is the oldest, and the largest, supply management association in the world.[1] Founded in 1915, the U.S.-based not-for-profit educational association serves professionals and organizations with a keen interest in supply management, providing them education, training, qualifications, publications, information, and research.
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Abbreviation | ISM |
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Formation | 1915 |
Type | Non-profit |
Purpose | Supply management |
Headquarters | Tempe, Arizona |
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Region served | Worldwide |
Membership | 50,000+ |
Chief Executive Officer | Thomas W. Derry |
Website | Official website |
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ISM currently has over 50,000 members in more than 100 countries. It offers three qualifications, the Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity (CPSD), and the Associate Professional in Supply Management (APSM) and, in partnership with CAPS Research.