BMP guest speaker for Networking webinar (4/1/2009)

A panel of distinguished guests addressed what is without a doubt one of the most interesting and perhaps controversial issues facing the supply chain professional today . . . “Is the traditional association membership model dead?”

Moving from the shadows of an adjunct function of the finance department to a recognized role of strategic importance to the enterprise as a whole, the demands associated with the expanded responsibilities of today’s professional requires a timely dissemination of critical information, a relevant continuing education curriculum and the establishment of a dynamic and proactive membership network.Unfortunately, there is a growing sentiment that traditional and long-standing associations are “stuck” in the “this is the way we have always done it” mindset that reflects an era that has long since passed them by.

Click this link to hear the broadcast that was held on April 9, 2009.