ISM-Philadelphia, Inc.
A Chapter of the Institute for Supply Management working together to advance the profession of supply management.
Philadelphia's Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals
ISM—Philadelphia, Inc. is a not-for-profit local chapter of Institute for Supply Management®.
ISM—Philadelphia has served the purchasing and supply management professionals of the Greater Philadelphia area since 1915. The chapter offers seminars and educational meeting programs designed to meet the needs of today’s supply management professionals.
Members of ISM—Philadelphia receive current news and educational articles in a monthly e-Newsletter, local opportunities for networking and professional development, monthly Business Education Series meetings, and seminars.
For more information about ISM—Philadelphia, please visit the Chapter Overview. To view and register for upcoming events, please visit the Education Calendar.
If you would like to join ISM—Philadelphia, volunteer on one of our many committees, or if you would like more information on the association’s goals and activities, please Contact Us for more information.

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September
09
2025
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only
Navigating Global Supply Chain Resilience through Digital Transformation

Navigating Global Supply Chain Resilience through Digital Transformation
Join us for an insightful webinar exploring how digital transformation is revolutionizing global supply chains. Discover how cutting-edge technologies—AI, IoT, and advanced analytics—are enhancing agility and resilience by enabling proactive risk management and operational optimization.
We’ll dive into how real-time data sharing improves visibility and accelerates decision-making, while automation and predictive tools drive efficiency and reduce downtime. Learn how these innovations are shaping the future of supply chains, making them more flexible, sustainable, and resilient in the face of disruption.October
09
2025
Chapter Meeting
ISM-Philadelphia Mega Meeting

ISM-Philadelphia Mega Meeting
Supporting Supply Chain Infrastructure: Emergency Response for Repairs
Our nation's economy depends on the transportation of goods and services over its roads, bridges, highways, and tunnels. Without proper maintenance costly disruptions can occur impacting every facet of a supply chain and the customer. Maintenance disbursements for roads and bridges in the USA totaled $28.06 billion in 2022, comprising about 17.4% of total disbursements. The State Departments of Transportation (DOT) are at the center of keeping our supply chain infrastructure running smoothly.
But what happens when emergency repair materials are needed? "Who Do You Call?" - Why Aero Aggregates of North America!
Twenty-Five DOT's and 3 Port Authorities have done this approving his material that was used in the June 2023 I-95 Bridge Collapse. Crews were able to reopen the highway in just 12 days with a temporary roadway with six lanes atop a bed of a lightweight rock-like glass aggregate made by Aero Aggregates Ingenuity and prompt repairs saved tens of millions of dollars. The NTSB just released it’s final report on April 3, 2025.
Take Aways:
• The role that Engineering plays in the supply chain as to providing options for creativity and development.
• How did Aero Aggregates utilize its supply chain end to end from purchasing, inbound transportation, warehousing, inventory control, manufacturing, outbound transportation, customer service, and sustainability to support the emergency road repairs for I-95 that collapsed on June 11, 2023.
• Analyze current projects with State DOT's to demonstrate collaboration on how to get the "job done right" including the Teton Bypass failure just outside of Jackson Hole, WY.
“By investing in our infrastructure, we’re making our economy more efficient, we’re making it stronger (and) we’re making ourselves globally more competitive.” (Darren Olson, American Society of Civil Engineers, 3/25/25)
December
04
2025
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only
ISM Member Community Speed Networking

ISM Member Community Speed Networking
Are you ready to expand your network and make meaningful connections? Our virtual speed networking event is the perfect opportunity to meet new people within our growing membership community. In just one hour, you'll have the chance to engage in dynamic, one-on-one conversations with fellow members, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships. Whether you're looking to collaborate, share insights, or simply make new friends, this is your networking power hour!
Don't miss out on this fun and interactive experience. Come prepared to connect, converse, and create lasting connections.

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Supply Chain Roundtable: A Railway Merger, Peak-Season Prep and a Toast to Workers
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Tariffs Deals: Canada in the Works, and an EU Agreement
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Future-Proofing Sustainability as an Integral Part of the Business
August 26, 2025Articles
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