APICS update by Savannah APICS Board Member Bill Stankiewicz

Companies count on logistics experts—one of the fastest-growing professions in the world—to get their products to customers on time and on budget. By earning the APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) designation, you learn how to implement innovative logistics strategies and concepts to reduce costs, increase customer satisfaction and perform at a higher level. You will also demonstrate your commitment to advancing both your career and your company’s operations.

The APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) certification provides you with the information you need to meet today’s supply chain logistics challenges.

What’s the APICS CLTD?

Created by APICS and a team of subject matter experts, the CLTD designation covers a comprehensive body of knowledge that sets the global standard for best practices in logistics, transportation and distribution.

Why get certified?

As an APICS designee you will stand out from your peers, demonstrate a commitment to advancing both your career and your company’s operations and be able to apply your new skills and knowledge to make you more valuable to your organization.

Is the CLTD right for you?

The APICS CLTD is designed for logistics professionals across all industries, especially:

· Logistics managers/engineers

· Supply chain logistics managers

· Traffic managers

· Transportation/fleet managers

· Warehouse operations/distribution managers

· Reverse logistics managers

No matter where you are in your career, earning the CLTD credential will demonstrate your mastery of a broad range of logistic, transportation and distribution topics.

The benefits of the APICS CLTD

Earning the CLTD credential will help you:

Master the essential knowledge needed for the logistics, transportation and distribution industry

· Bring new ideas to your organization

· Remain current with global logistics trends and developments

· Boost your confidence with recognition as a logistics expert

· Reduce costs and impact your organization’s bottom line

The APICS CLTD Learning System allows you to streamline your studies while accelerating your learning.

Reading Materials

Based on the new APICS CLTD Exam Content Manual (ECM), these modules provide the necessary content for your CLTD certification exam preparation.

MODULES

1: Logistics and Supply Chain Overview

2: Capacity Planning and Demand Management

3: Order Management

4: Inventory and Warehouse Management

5: Transportation

6: Global Logistics Considerations

7: Logistics Network Design

8: Reverse Logistics and Sustainability

Interactive Web-based Study Tools

Create your personalized path towards success with the most innovative tools available.

■ Assess Your Current Knowledge

Complete the online pretest to gauge your current knowledge and identify areas for improvement.  Create a SmartStudy plan to prioritize learning areas and estimate your study time.

■ Study Your Way to Success

Section-specific tests with immediate feedback, over 850 practice questions, flashcards, glossary and reports all enhance your efforts to prepare for the CLTD exam.

■ Practice for Your Exam with Confidence

Complete the posttest, utilize the practice exam which mimics the CLTD exam format, review test-taking tips and video before you sit for your exam.

Perfect for studying on-the-go – access the CLTD Learning System on your computer, laptop, and mobile device!

Why choose an instructor-led course?

You’ll benefit from peer collaboration, classroom support, and a structured schedule to stay on track. For more information, please contact: Geoff LeRoy atpresident@apicssavannah.org or geoffleroy@aol.com or 401-261-3521

COURSE FEES

· APICS PLUS Members and Students: $1,495

(includes the CLTD learning system a $1,195 value). Exam purchased separately ($475).

· APICS CORE Members: $1,795

(includes CLTD learning system an $1,195 value). Exam purchased separately ($525)

· Non-Members*: $1,995*

(includes CLTD learning system an $1,195 value).  Exam purchased separately ($525)

Call Bill Stankiewicz with any questions here at 1.404.750.3200

Thank you