SYSPRO Canada and APICS Vancouver Host First Supply Chain Strategy Summit

VANCOUVER, BC--(Marketwired - October 25, 2016) -

SYSPRO, a provider of award-winning, best-of-breed Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software solution for on-premise and cloud-based utilization, today announced that it will host the first APICS Vancouver 2016 - Supply Chain Strategy Summit, with the Vancouver chapter of APICS. The event will take place on Wednesday, November 2, 2016, at the Delta Burnaby Hotel and Conference Centre, from 12:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. PT.

The afternoon event will explore insightful supply chain industry topics, including best practices and innovation methodologies.

Designed specifically for both supply chain executives and practitioners, the event will host premier thought leadership presentations from prominent industry subject matter experts-in a multi-track format, to best serve the targeted needs and skill levels of the attendees. This event will also provide attendees with invaluable opportunities to network with industry peers and thought leaders.

The sessions will conclude with a special keynote address by renowned industry leader, Carol Ptak, the Co-Founder and Partner of the Demand Driven Institute. The keynote will discuss how to successfully manage and sustain competitiveness, in the wake of rising supply chain variability and volatility. Real-life lessons learned will also be explored with a Demand Driven Material Requirements Planning (DDMRP) case study, from a local Canadian biotechnology company.

"We are very excited to bring this informative supply chain innovation and best practices summit to our Vancouver APICS community," according to APICS Master Instructor, Roberta McPhail. "This inaugural event continues the long tradition of providing leading educational topics to our members, to help them excel in their performance and productivity for their organizations. We are also thrilled to have SYSPRO Canada partner with APICS Vancouver to host this event, as they are equally committed to serving the performance needs of supply chain leaders across the country."

Register today to secure your spot.

APICS Vancouver 2016 - Supply Chain Strategy Summit
Location: Delta Burnaby Hotel and Conference Centre, 4331 Dominion Street, Burnaby, BC
Date: Wednesday, November 2, 2016
Time: 12:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. PT.

Register here: http://apics-vancouver.org/meetinginfo.php?id=77&ts=1476747560

About APICS Vancouver

The Association for Operations Management is the global leader and primary information source for topics related to operations management: production, inventory, supply chain, materials management, purchasing and logistics. Since 1957, individuals and companies have relied on APICS for training, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources and a worldwide network of accomplished industry professionals.

APICS Vancouver has served members for over 30 years. We have grown to approximately 250 members with 100 prominent lower mainland employers such as Alpha Technologies, ASCO Aerospace, Ballard Power Systems, BC Hydro, Bell, Essential Software Solutions, Independent Supply Co., Natural Factors, SYSPRO Canada, TELUS, Tree Island Industries, Washington Marine Group & Wexxar Packaging.

Operating close to the Burnaby/Vancouver border, APICS Vancouver offers monthly professional development meetings, plant tours, and workshops.

About SYSPRO

SYSPRO is one of the longest standing and largest independent, international providers of ERP systems for mid-market manufacturers and distributors worldwide. SYSPRO has for more than 35 years delivered on its promise to provide thousands of its customers globally with the tools required to effectively operate and compete. Backed by a truly dedicated and professional team of employees and partners around the world, the company's ability to innovate and develop technologies based on the needs of customers is one of the reasons why SYSPRO enjoys one of the highest retention rates in the industry.

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