Membership

The Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) is the global leader in supply chain organizational transformation, innovation and leadership. As the largest non-profit association for supply chain, ASCM is an unbiased partner, connecting companies around the world to the newest thought leadership on all aspects of supply chain.

ASCM is built on a foundation of APICS certification and training spanning 60 years. Now, ASCM is driving innovation in the industry with new products, services and partnerships that enable companies to further optimize their supply chains, secure their competitive advantage and positively impact their bottom lines.

ASCM membership is a great value for those who are seeking APICS Certifications or those seeking maintenance points for an existing APICS certification. 

Benefits of Membership

Your ASCM membership also provides you with resources that are unmatched in our industry:

1. APICS Certification - Fast-track your career with world-renowned credentials. There's a reason employers ask for APICS certifications. We set the standard for supply chain management. PLUS members receive free exam content manuals and discounts on prep courses, learning systems, and exams.
2. APICS Certification Maintenance - ASCM members receive six maintenance points per year.
3. Savings - on certification courses, events, supply chain workshops, and more!
4. Local Networking - Build your professional network and get involved through local chapters/partners.
5. Job Board - Members get first access to the top jobs and internships in the supply chain. Looking for candidates? Members get discounts on job postings.
6. SCM Now Magazine – Online access to the award-winning publication from ASCM.
7. Membership and Community - Being an ASCM member means joining a global network of impassioned individuals dedicated to improving the world through supply chain management. 

8. The APICS Operations Management Body of Knowledge (OMBOK) Framework - defining the scope of the operations management field.