Supply Chain Optimization 1 Day Workshop in Berkeley, CA

Duration: 1 Day (10 Executive Education Credits)
Credits Breakdown: 8 – Live | 1 – Pre-Training | 1 – Post-Training
Mode: Virtual / In-Person / Corporate In-House
Language: English

Refreshments: Includes lunch and light refreshments during classroom sessions

Course Overview

Supply Chain Optimization Workshop is designed to equip professionals with practical strategies and analytical tools required to improve supply chain efficiency, reduce operational costs, and enhance service performance. The program focuses on key supply chain components including demand planning, inventory management, process optimization, and performance measurement. Participants will learn how to identify inefficiencies, eliminate bottlenecks, and improve coordination across supply chain functions. Beyond theoretical concepts, the workshop emphasizes real-world application and operational decision-making. Participants will analyze supply chain scenarios, explore optimization techniques, and apply structured improvement frameworks. By the end of the program, learners will develop a clear 30-day action plan to implement practical supply chain improvements within their organization.

Why Join This Course?

• Understand key supply chain optimization principles
• Learn how to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks
• Improve inventory and demand planning decisions
• Enhance supply chain performance measurement skills
• Recognition – Certificate of Completion + 10 Credits Learning Objectives
• Understand core supply chain management concepts
• Identify process inefficiencies and improvement opportunities
• Apply optimization techniques to inventory and logistics
• Interpret supply chain performance metrics
• Improve coordination across supply chain functions
• Create a 30-day supply chain improvement roadmap

Training Day Structure – 8 Modules (8 Hours, 8 Credits)

• Module 1: Introduction to Supply Chain Optimization
• Module 2: Supply Chain Components & Flow Management
• Module 3: Demand Forecasting & Planning
• Module 4: Inventory Optimization Strategies
• Module 5: Identifying Bottlenecks & Process Inefficiencies
• Module 6: Performance Metrics & KPIs
• Module 7: Risk Management in Supply Chains
• Module 8: Toolkit – Supply Chain Optimization Action Plan

Target Audience

• Supply chain and logistics professionals
• Operations and procurement managers
• Inventory and warehouse supervisors
• Business and operations leaders
• Professionals involved in process improvement

Certification:

Participants will receive the Certificate of Completion from Skelora.

Trainer Profile

Delivered by supply chain and operations experts with practical experience in logistics optimization, inventory management, and process improvement. Trainers combine real-world insights with practical tools to help participants achieve measurable operational improvements.

Note: Pre- and post-course work each carry Executive Education Credit weightage and are required for full certification eligibility

Info: Reflection on current supply chain challenges, a readiness self-assessment, identification of operational inefficiencies, and goal setting activities to prepare participants for practical learning during the workshop.

Info: Understanding supply chain fundamentals and the importance of optimization in improving efficiency, cost control, and service levels. Participants will also explore how optimized supply chains contribute to competitive advantage and organizational performance.

Info: Exploring procurement, production, warehousing, and distribution processes and their interdependencies. Participants will learn how coordination across these functions improves operational efficiency.

Info: Learning techniques to improve demand prediction accuracy and align supply planning accordingly. Participants will understand how forecasting impacts inventory, cost control, and service levels.

Info: Understanding inventory control methods, safety stock planning, and cost-reduction approaches. Participants will explore practical techniques to balance availability and cost efficiency.

Info: Learning structured approaches to detect delays, waste, and operational gaps. Participants will practice identifying process improvement opportunities using real scenarios.

Info: Understanding key indicators used to measure supply chain effectiveness. Participants will learn how to interpret data to monitor performance and support decision-making.

Info: Identifying risks, disruptions, and strategies to build resilient supply chains. Participants will explore proactive risk mitigation techniques.

Info: Consolidating learning into a structured 30-day improvement roadmap with practical templates and checklists to support real-world implementation.

Info: Includes a Supply Chain Optimization Playbook with KPI templates, improvement checklists, a 30-Day Optimization Challenge, and practical tools to support implementation of supply chain improvements.

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