Overview
The Singapore Institute of Materials
Management (SIMM) was incorporated in 1980 as a non-profit and
self-supporting independent educational institution, with quality as its
corporate emphasis. SIMM has since grown to be a premier institution
offering Logistics, Supply chain Management and E-commerce education for
the industry training professionals and assisting also in the
conversion of manpower for personnel not in the Logistics and
Procurement field or industry.
The primary objective of the Institute is to establish and to maintain
a high standard of knowledge and excellence in the field of Logistics
and Procurement. The secondary objective is to promote and foster the
study, research and development on Logistics and Materials Management on
all aspects from Purchasing and Supply Chain Management to applying
latest E-commerce technology and practices to the field of Logistics and
Purchasing.
Besides conducting various graduate diplomas, advanced diplomas,
diplomas and certificates, SIMM is also actively providing practical
training through workshops, in-house programs and seminars to upgrade
professional knowledge and experience of members and corporate companies
staff. SIMM also organises regional Conference such as the Asia Pacific
Logistics Conference (APLF) and is also a representative lead organiser
for the Procurement Event for the bi-annual Globaltronics International
Electronics gathering.
SIMM is a member of the International Federation of Purchasing and
Materials Management (IFPMM). SIMM also works with the authorities and
various government bodies such as IE Singapore (International
Enterprise) and Economic Development Board (EDB) Singapore in various
projects in the areas of Logistics and Procurement to further advance
the interests of the industry and country development.