ASCM Supply Chain Warehousing Certificate
Master the flow of goods and lead high-performing teams with the ASCM Supply Chain Warehousing Certificate. Developed with Prologis, this program gives you the practical tools to optimize storage and drive operational excellence in any warehouse environment.
By completing this program, you will understand how to:
- Classify the role of distribution centers and understand the logistics life cycle.
- Implement Lean and Six Sigma methodologies like Kaizen and DMAIC to eliminate waste and drive continuous improvement.
- Optimize inventory and storage by using automated retrieval systems and strategic product placement.
- Manage transportation and dispatch across road, rail, air, and water while ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Utilize modern technology including Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to track logistics data.
The ASCM Supply Chain Warehousing Certificate is designed for professionals who are ready to master the leading practices of distribution and material flow to drive tactical excellence across the global supply chain.
This program is ideal for:
- Early-career professionals seeking a strong foundation in warehousing concepts and best practices, such as order fulfillment cycles, material flow principles, and safe equipment operation.
- Experienced professionals looking to refresh fundamentals and better understand concepts like environmental sustainability and structured problem-solving.
- Supply chain, operations, planning, or logistics professionals who collaborate with warehousing teams and need to understand inventory costs, procurement processes, and performance metrics.
- Anyone committed to staying relevant in a rapidly evolving supply chain environment by learning the latest in automation, international trade regulations, and green logistical activities.
The Supply Chain Warehousing Certificate is organized into 30 high-impact modules that focus on practical application and business outcomes, so you can apply what you learn on the job.
Warehousing and Distribution
Learn to transform your warehouse into a strategic asset by aligning daily logistics with corporate goals to see how distribution strategy directly impacts the bottom line.
Lean Principles
Understand Lean and Six Sigma tools, like Kaizen and PDCA, and DMAIC, to eliminate waste and streamline distribution for maximum value.
Inventory and Warehouse Management
You will gain a deep understanding of the "science of stock," to optimize inventory levels, minimize carrying costs, and prevent sales-killing stockouts.
Principles of Material Flow
Master the seven universal principles of material flow to design warehouse layouts that maximize speed, minimize friction, and eliminate costly bottlenecks.
Operating a Safe Workplace Environment
Understand the federal safety regulations and emergency procedures to protect your facility’s assets and implement the safe workplace practices essential for maintaining an incident-free environment.
Problem Solving
You will learn a proven five-step framework to identify the root causes of operational disruptions and implement permanent, data-backed solutions that improve long-term facility performance.
ASCM is an unbiased partner, connecting companies around the world with industry experts, frameworks and global standards to transform supply chains.