ISM-West Georgia, Inc.

A Chapter of the Institute for Supply Management working together to advance the profession of supply management.

West Georgia's Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals 

The Institute for Supply Management – West Georgia, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization that exists to educate, develop, and advance the purchasing and supply management profession. Founded in 1983, ISM-West Georgia, Inc. is a volunteer driven chapter of Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) - the most respected worldwide supply management association. 

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Welcome to ISM-West Georgia

Inc. support of our mission to foster development and leadership of supply management professionals, we have the below benefits of membership:

  • Networking – Connect with hundreds of professionals at chapter events and establish a peer support network.
  • Certifications – The Certified Professional in Supply Management® (CPSM®), and Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity® (CPSD™) designations provide you an edge in career advancement while demonstrating your expertise in the field of supply management.
  • Education Opportunities – Access to educational and professional development events at dinner meetings.
  • Other Perks – Including volunteer opportunities and Continuing Education Hours (CEHs).

Please feel free to contact me at Andrew.kwokvk@gmail.com or any board member if you have any questions, suggestions or would like to volunteer. We are always looking for volunteers to be involved in planning and organizing the chapter activities. I appreciate the chance to get to know you. 

On behalf of ISM- West Georgia Board of Directors, we look forward to serving you better and helping you advance your career through participation in our chapter events.

 

Andrew Kwok, CPSM, CPSD
Chapter President

Supply Management News & Reports

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ISM World 2025: Trade Compliance and ‘Staying Out of the Headlines’

June 01, 2025
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  • It’s important for procurement organizations to have visibility into trading partners and where their products originate, lest they inadvertently source from a sanctioned entity. “A supplier might say that a product originated in a country that isn’t under the influence of China,” MacCallum said. “A company find out otherwise on the other end, when the shipment gets detained by (U.S. Customs and Border Protection).”

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Your membership in ISM will provide a powerful path to stay connected, engaged, and up-to-date with everything happening in supply management. Serious procurement and supply chain professionals are dedicated to staying in the know about their profession and staying at the top of their game. An ISM membership will provide you with that and more.

More than 100 years of experience speaks for itself – ISM can help you succeed. It's our mission.

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The AI Playbook for Supply Chain Professionals is your practical guide to using AI to drive smarter decisions. From supplier negotiations to risk management, this on-demand toolkit offers real-world examples, ready-to-use prompts, and expert strategies tailored to the profession. Learn how to apply AI confidently and effectively-no technical background required.

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Join the Report On Business®  Survey Panel

ISM®'s Manufacturing, Services, and Hospital Report On Business® gather data monthly through surveys of supply management professionals participating in the Business Survey Committee.

Participation in the survey panel provides many benefits:

  • Receive a copy of the just-released Report On Business® graphical data
  • Directly see how your contribution affects the markets each month
  • Earn Continuing Education Hours

Click the link below to submit your information and someone will reach out to connect for a quick virtual call!

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