Next Institute of Supply Chain Management (ICSM) ICSM was set up to exclusively deliver with programs related to Purchasing and Supply Chain Management. The Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) will be the 1st programs launched under this company. Once this is underway we intend to start of other programs in this area. This will include short Certificate Programs in specific areas as well as seminars / workshops related to Supply Chain Management.

The Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) is the leading body representing the field of purchasing and supply chain management. Established in 1932, it has grown to become the central reference for industry best practice and its code of conduct is the standard around the world. In 1992 they were awarded a Royal Charter in recognition of their status as a centre of excellence and support for the profession.

CIPS exists to promote and develop high standards of professional skill, ability and integrity among all those engaged in purchasing and supply chain management.  By joining CIPS and you will become part of a 60,000 strong network of professionally recognised and qualified members, including leading business people, professional managers and academics.
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CIPS exists to promote and develop high standards of professional skill, ability and integrity among all those engaged in purchasing and supply chain management. CIPS assists individuals, organisations and the profession as a whole.

We are the leading body representing the field of purchasing and supply chain management. Established in 1932, we have grown to become the central reference for industry best practice and our code of conduct is the standard around the world. In 1992 we were awarded a Royal Charter in recognition of our status as a centre of excellence and support for the profession.

Our Royal Charter invests the governance of our institute in our members. The Council sets and steers our strategic agenda and the Board of Management manages our operations. Our team at Easton House look after the daily running of our organisation.  Find out more about our governance.