Supply Chain Management (SCM) Training in Porto

This course explores the application of predictive analytics, machine learning, and automation within supply chain and manufacturing logistics to optimize inventory management, routing, and demand forecasting.

Delivered as an instructor-led live training (available online or on-site), this programme is designed for intermediate-level supply chain professionals seeking to leverage AI-driven tools to enhance logistics performance, improve demand forecasting accuracy, and automate warehouse and transport operations.

Upon completion, participants will be equipped to:

• Grasp how AI is integrated across logistics and supply chain activities.
• Utilize machine learning models for demand forecasting and inventory control.
• Analyse routes and optimize transport through AI-based techniques.
• Automate decision-making processes in warehouses and fulfillment operations.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Extensive exercises and practical practice.
• Hands-on implementation within a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To arrange a customized training session for this course, please contact us.

Global Supplier Management is a strategic approach to sourcing goods and services from international markets to enhance competitiveness, reduce costs, and access innovation.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to advanced-level procurement and supply chain professionals who wish to develop and qualify suppliers in China and manage the challenges of global sourcing effectively.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the benefits, risks, and challenges of global sourcing.
• Navigate cultural differences and communication styles when working with Chinese suppliers.
• Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers in China according to international standards.
• Adapt procurement and bidding processes for foreign suppliers to increase participation and success rates.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Case studies and real-world examples.
• Practical tools and checklists for supplier management.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level to advanced-level supply chain professionals who wish to improve demand forecasting accuracy and optimize S&OP processes.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Enhance statistical forecast accuracy and reduce demand variability.
• Implement best practices in S&OP for perishable and non-perishable products.
• Utilize advanced forecasting techniques and data analytics for demand planning.
• Optimize cross-functional collaboration between sales, operations, and supply chain teams.
• Leverage digital tools for better S&OP decision-making.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is designed for beginner-level professionals who wish to understand and master the principles of public procurement, identify suitable opportunities, and prepare optimized responses to tender calls.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Comprehend and apply the core principles of public procurement.
• Identify relevant opportunities and interpret administrative, technical, and financial clauses.
• Compose and submit complete, optimized responses that align with the expectations of public buyers.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) targets intermediate-level supply chain professionals seeking comprehensive preparation for the Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) exam.

Upon completing this training, participants will be equipped to:

• Acquire a thorough understanding of all critical domains within supply chain management, spanning from demand forecasting through to logistics and distribution.
• Prepare effectively for the CSCP exam using focused study resources, practice tests, and review sessions.
• Implement supply chain management principles and best practices in practical scenarios, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks to safeguard business continuity and resilience.
• Oversee global supply chains, including handling international logistics, regulatory hurdles, and cultural nuances.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is designed for beginner to intermediate-level supply chain managers and ERP administrators who wish to learn how to utilise Microsip SCM to manage and improve their supply chain processes and performance.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the core concepts and benefits of Microsip SCM and its integration with Microsip ERP.
• Plan, execute, and control supply chain processes using Microsip SCM.
• Monitor and analyse supply chain performance to identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate and communicate with suppliers, customers, and partners.

Enrolment in the ISO 28000 Lead Implementer training equips you with the essential expertise to assist organisations in establishing, implementing, managing, and maintaining a Supply Chain Security Management System (SCSMS) aligned with ISO 28000. Throughout this course, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of SCSMS best practices and learn how to enhance the efficiency of managing potential security risks and their impacts within an organisation’s supply chain.

Upon mastering the necessary concepts of Supply Chain Security Management Systems, you may sit for the examination and apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 28000 Lead Implementer” credential. Holding a PECB Lead Implementer Certificate demonstrates your practical knowledge and professional capability to implement ISO 28000 within an organisation.

Who should attend?

• Managers or consultants involved in Supply Chain Security Management
• Expert advisors aiming to master the implementation of a Supply Chain Security Management System
• Individuals responsible for maintaining conformance with SCSMS requirements
• SCSMS team members

Learning objectives

• Recognise the correlation between ISO 28000 and other standards and regulatory frameworks
• Master the concepts, approaches, methods, and techniques used for the implementation and effective management of an SCSMS
• Learn how to interpret ISO 28000 requirements within the specific context of an organisation
• Learn how to support an organisation in effectively planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and maintaining an SCSMS
• Acquire the expertise to advise an organisation on implementing Supply Chain Security Management System best practices

Educational approach

• This training is grounded in both theory and best practices used in SCSMS implementation
• Lecture sessions are illustrated with examples from case studies
• Practical exercises are based on a case study involving role-playing and discussions
• Practice tests mirror the format of the Certification Exam

General Information

• Certification fees are included in the exam price
• Training material, comprising over 450 pages of information and practical examples, will be distributed
• A participation certificate awarding 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued
• In the event of an exam failure, you may retake the exam within 12 months at no additional cost

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or on-site) is designed for managers seeking to optimize their organization's supply chain (including inter-departmental processes and collaborations with customers, suppliers, contract manufacturers, logistics service providers, and other partners).

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at SAP power users who wish to learn the consulting skills to implement and configure SAP FICO within an organization.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install SAP FICO and related sub-modules.
• Gather business requirements and define an organization's structure.
• Configure SAP FI and CO modules to manage the financial transactions within an organization.
• Improve an organization's processes and uncover opportunities for optimizing workflow and reducing costs.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at end users with no previous SAP experience and focuses on understanding and operating SAP's Sales Order Processing and Supply Chain Management modules.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Grasp the core concepts behind two of SAP's most popular modules: Sales Order Processing and Supply Chain Management.
• Utilise SAP to unify and streamline the Sales Order Process.
• Understand and apply SAP's Supply Chain Management module to logistical operations within an organisation.
• Generate and export reports that can be used to gain valuable insights into a company's operations.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customisation Options

• To request a customised training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

SCM (Supply Chain Management) refers to the control of activities involved in taking goods and materials from supplier to consumer.

In this instructor-led, live training, participants will learn the fundamentals of SCM as they apply to the China market. This training is aimed at managers who wish to enter the Chinese market. It includes a series of discussions, case studies and exercises to help participants prepare for real-world implementation and practice.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the dynamics of SCM in China vs SCM in other countries
• Take advantage of China-specific innovations in the supply chain to develop an SCM strategy
• Implement an integrated end-to-end approach to SCM
• Negotiate on price with local suppliers
• Identify key global sourcers and other players in the China supply chain
• Conduct a detailed analysis of common business sourcing problems in China

Audience

• Sourcing Managers
• Persons involved in the SCM process

Format of the course

• Part lecture, part discussion, exercises and hands-on practice