ISM-Atlanta, Inc.

A Chapter of the Institute for Supply Management working together to advance the profession of supply management.

Atlanta's Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals

ISM—Atlanta, Inc. is a local chapter of Institute for Supply Management®. ISM—Atlanta is recognized as the leading organization in our area for the support of purchasing and materials management professionalism.

ISM—Atlanta, Inc. is a non-profit organization that focuses on the highest level of excellence in the procurement and supply management professions. Within the Atlanta Chapter, we promote leadership in Ethics, Professionalism, Education, Research, and Networking as our core tenets. In support of these endeavors, our chapter has membership meetings where we discuss topics relevant to today's professionals as well as creating networking opportunities.

 

Upcoming Events

October

23

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Member Orientation

This webinar provides knowledge regarding the many benefits that come with being a part of the ISM community. Join us and learn about the essential tools, vibrant community, and exceptional learning that enhances your professional development. You'll also gain insight into the array of programs, services, and resources that are available to you through your membership.

October

30

2025

Chapter Meeting

ISM-Atlanta: The Dynamics Shaping IT Procurement

Enterprise IT buyers are under increasing pressure to navigate shifting supplier tactics, inflationary pricing models, and vendor consolidation. In this session, NPI's CEO, Jon Winsett, will unpack the biggest challenges facing IT procurement today—and the tactics, processes, and tools high-performing teams are using to drive better outcomes. We’ll explore how to negotiate effectively in today’s vendor-dominated market, curb revenue extraction, and embrace AI and ProcureTech to advance procurement excellence.

Location
4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd SE
Atlanta, GA 30346

Full-time Students contact ISM Member Services for special pricing. 480.752.6276 option 8.

Sponsor: 265 ISM—Atlanta, Inc.

November

18

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Accelerating AI in Industry: From Machine Learning to Agentic Intelligence

Explore the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence and its transformative impact across industries. This webinar will delve into the progression from traditional machine learning to generative AI and the emerging frontier of agentic AI—autonomous systems capable of goal-directed behavior. Learn how these technologies are reshaping operations, decision-making, and innovation.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand the distinctions between machine learning, generative AI, and agentic AI.
  2. Evaluate the strategic implications of adopting advanced AI systems.
  3. Explore future trends and ethical considerations in autonomous AI deployment.
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Your membership in ISM will provide a powerful path to stay connected, engaged, and up-to-date with everything happening in supply management. Serious procurement and supply chain professionals are dedicated to staying in the know about their profession and staying at the top of their game. An ISM membership will provide you with that and more.

More than 100 years of experience speaks for itself – ISM can help you succeed. It's our mission.

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Highlights from the President

Welcome!  Thank you for visiting our new website

ISM—Atlanta, Inc. is a non-profit organization that focuses on the highest level of excellence in the procurement and supply management professions.  Within the Atlanta Chapter, we promote leadership in Ethics, Professionalism, Education, Research, and Networking as our core tenets.  In support of these endeavors, our chapter has membership meetings where we discuss topics relevant to today's professionals as well as creating networking opportunities. 

ISM—Atlanta offers certification courses for professionals to earn Certified Professional in Supply Management® (CPSM®) and Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity® (CPSD™).  These courses help attendees prepare to pass each section of the exam.  Each certification broadens your competencies in supply management.

Not a member of ISM—Atlanta?  Please join us and please consider this a personal invitation from myself and the board to join as a member.  Becoming a member offers many benefits at the local and global level.  Members can find many options to help become leaders of their careers.

If you are still exploring what ISM is about and what it may mean to you, please join us as a guest to discover for yourself the value of membership.  We'd love to see you on-line or in person!

If you need more information, please contact the office via email at info@ism-atlanta.org or call me directly at 678.640.4230.

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