STEM Skills in the supply chain
Supply chain professionals with STEM skills are highly sought after by organizations, but job candidates are often lacking in these skills. Research from APQC shows how organizations are addressing these problems.
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By adopting programs that develop the STEM skills of their supply chain professionals, organizations can ensure that they have the capabilities needed for their supply chains. It can also make these organizations sought-after employers and help prevent the loss of skills and knowledge from retiring professionals.
The infographic below presents the STEM skills most lacking in supply chain job candidates and what organizations are doing to develop these skills in their employees.
You can read more about STEM skills in the latest research from APQC.
APQC helps organizations work smarter, faster, and with greater confidence. It is the world’s foremost authority in benchmarking, best practices, process and performance improvement, and knowledge management. APQC’s unique structure as a member-based nonprofit makes it a differentiator in the marketplace. APQC partners with more than 500 member organizations worldwide in all industries. With more than 40 years of experience, APQC remains the world’s leader in transforming organizations. Visit us at www.apqc.org, and learn how you can make best practices your practices.
About the Author
Bob Trebilcock Bob Trebilcock is the editorial director for Modern Materials Handling and an editorial advisor to Supply Chain Management Review. He has covered materials handling, technology, logistics, and supply chain topics for nearly 40 years. He is a graduate of Bowling Green State University. He lives in Chicago and can be reached at 603-852-8976.Subscribe to Supply Chain Management Review Magazine!
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