About CSCMP
What is CSCMP?
CSCMP is a nonprofit association for Supply Chain Professionals founded 50 years ago.
It is based in the U.S. with presence in all continents (71 countries) and RoundTables distributed among the world (21 in Europe), and it’s dedicated to the promotion and dissemination of research and knowledge about Supply Chain Management. It has over 9,000 members, and is the 1st WorldWide Association of Supply Chain Professionals.
What is CSCMP BENELUX?
Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) Benelux Roundtable was established as a networking platform to share dialogue, knowledge, and insights at the local level.
Vision
To lead the supply chain profession by connecting, developing and educating logistics and supply chain management professionals based in the Benelux and the neighbouring countries throughout their careers.
Mission
To provide a forum for both CSCMP members and potential members in the supply chain community to CONNECT with like-minded professionals within the Benelux and internationally, DEVELOP leadership and management skills to make professionals more successful, and to further EDUCATE those interested in the supply chain discipline.
The Strategic Hub of Europe and Gateway to the World
Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg – collectively known as the Benelux.
Positioned strategically between major European markets and global trade hubs, the Benelux serves as a gateway to both continental and international markets.
The Benelux region stands as a thriving supply chain and logistics hub at the heart of Europe, leveraging its strategic location, advanced infrastructure, and innovative solutions to facilitate global trade.
Europe’s most important ports
Central to this dynamic ecosystem are its most important ports:
- Port of Rotterdam (Netherlands): Europe’s largest port, strategically positioned, serving as a crucial gateway to the continent and beyond. With state-of-the-art facilities and extensive logistics networks, it handles a diverse range of cargo, making it a linchpin in global maritime trade.
- Port of Antwerp (Belgium): Europe’s second-largest port, situated along the Schelde river, offering excellent connectivity to the hinterland. Specializing in containerized and bulk cargo, it plays a vital role in facilitating international trade and industrial activities, contributing significantly to the global supply chain.
These ports, along with other key logistical assets in the region form a comprehensive network that drives efficiency, reliability, and innovation in supply chain management.
CSCMP Roundtable Benelux is well placed to connect this strong network of supply chain talents, skills and knowledge of professionals and academics across the Benelux consistent with its mission to Connect, Develop and Educate.
What is a roundtable?
Association of Professionals in a geographical area who come together to address issues of Supply Chain that are interesting for the collective, integrated into a global organisation of roundtables that are interconnected.
Values:
As a professional not-for-profit organisation, the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals holds these values:
· We operate with the highest standards of integrity.
· We are dedicated to professional development.
· We are an inclusive organisation.
What we do:
- Provide a networking forum for supply chain professionals based in the Benelux and neighbouring countries;
- Enhance professional skills to make members more successful;
- Foster an environment that encourages professional growth through local education, events and networking opportunities;
- Present quality programs that provide knowledge that is meaningful, insightful and of high value to all participants;
- Present volunteers with meaningful responsibilities that enable them to grow professionally and personally;
- Provide continuing professional development and local study groups for those who are seeking professional accreditation programs;
- Create awareness of the significance of supply chain management to business and to the economy.
Enhancing Supply Chain Education
The CSCMP Roundtable Benelux wants to inspire students, supply chain professionals, and logistics solutions providers to enhance their knowledge of supply chain management. We want to encourage members to drill down into key issues, challenges and opportunities, and to explore how cutting-edge industry technology such as robotics, the IoT and VR can drive supply chains towards full, Industry 4.0 driven automation.
The CSCMP Roundtable Benelux thrives to pro-actively connect to academic institutions, but is eager to get connected to student associations, academic institutions, faculty and educational content suppliers. Feel free to connect to our Education Chair, Corine van der Sloot at c.vandersloot@cscmpbenelux.org
Educate
Online Education
Today’s global economy rarely allows employees to work their way up anymore. The most successful leaders and companies are those that embrace and value continuing executive education. That’s where CSCMP comes in. We work continuously with academics and supply chain thought leaders to develop, roll out and advance our broad and deep professional education curriculum.
Degrees, certifications and continuing education programs in supply chain management are more convenient than ever before, and these offerings help individuals achieve new levels of specialization and expertise which improve opportunities for career advancement , talent management and employee retention. More.
Develop
CSCMP is dedicated to advancing the supply chain profession by connecting, educating, and developing the world’s supply chain management professionals throughout their careers. Comprised of some of the most respected professionals in the industry, CSCMP offers thought leadership, community and training programs that can help advance your SCM career. More.
