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The Certified Intelligent Automation Professional (CIAP) Program is a six-week practical training program created by the team at Virtual Operations. They are a pioneer in intelligent automation with over a decade of experience working with Fortune 100 companies. CIAP is designed to provide real-life insights and expertise in the field of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and automation strategies for procurement. ?????? How does RPA benefit procurement professionals? ?? Intelligent automation in procurement involves using technology to automate mundane and time-consuming tasks, such as purchase order cycles, invoice management, and contract management. This allows procurement teams to focus ?? on more strategic and business-critical activities while improving efficiency, reducing errors, and enhancing compliance. ?? ?? The CIAP program covers a range of topics, including automation technologies, identifying automation opportunities, understanding the capabilities and limitations of automation, program structures, delivery techniques, candidate selection, and achieving automation-enabled transformation. Learn more ?? https://go.sig.org/ciap ?? ?? Share in the comments how you think intelligent automation can assist your role within procurement ?? #SIGUniversity #SIGU #ProcurementTraining #ProcurementEducation #SourcingTraining #SourcingEducation https://lnkd.in/gnaw5eBX

It's Faculty Friday at SIG University, where each week, we introduce you to one of the exceptional leaders who volunteer to support our students. Today, we are putting the spotlight on Jim Bergman! Jim Bergman is a commercial contract professional with global experience spanning the USA, Latin America, UK, Europe, China, South Korea, Japan, India, SE Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Australia. He has worked on a wide range of direct and indirect spend categories in numerous sectors, developing a deep knowledge of services, goods and technology procurement and sales. Read what Jim has to say about serving as faculty: “To me, SIG’s members have always been energized in their learning, bringing diverse and practical experiences and insights to every conversation. It is rewarding as a faculty member when the audience brings such a premium level of engagement and interaction to every session.” If you'd like to take advantage of dedicated time with and learn directly from our expert faculty, join our next semester! Take your career to the next level and invest in your future! You can learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gBqhzeqv

We proudly announce Jasmine Nelson as our Student of the Week for their outstanding performance and dedication throughout Week 5 of the CSP program in Semester 6. Jasmine showed exemplary effort in the discussion forum, in addition to completing all modules and quizzes for the week. Keep up the great work! ?? Keep an eye out each week as we announce a new rockstar ? from the SIG University classroom! Want to be the next rockstar? Join a future semester. Learn more at sig.org/university

It's Faculty Friday at SIG University, each week we introduce you to one of the exceptional leaders who volunteer to support our students in our classroom discussion forums. Today the spotlight is on Linda Tuck Chapman (LTC)! Linda has an extensive career history which includes CEO Third Party Risk Institute; President Ontala Risk Solutions Inc., Chief Procurement Officer and Head, Third Party Risk (4 times) in the financial industry, President & CEO Ontario Education Marketplace, and many others. Here is what Linda says about serving as faculty: "My role as Faculty for Certified Third Party Risk Management Professional (C3PRMP) program is pure joy! The Discussion Forum is a terrific opportunity to understand the third party risk management challenges that risk, compliance, audit and procurement professionals are facing every day, and I really enjoy facilitating the peer networking. Together we gain first-hand knowledge about how quickly, or slowly, third party risk management practices are maturing in different sectors and geographies.” If you'd like to take advantage of dedicated time with our expert faculty, join our next semester! Take your career to the next level and invest in your future! You can learn more here: https://sig.org/university

Build your skills, boost your impact! ?? Sourcing and procurement are essential for organizational resilience and innovation, but success requires a strategic mindset and deep expertise. SIG University’s programs equip you with the knowledge to become a true partner in your company’s growth. Discover why education in these fields matters more than ever in our latest blog post from Brittany Cayless, MBA, CSP, CSMP, CIAP, C3PRMP, VP, Education Services and Strategic Partnerships at SIG University! https://lnkd.in/gjstpDyD This Black Friday SIG University is offering 25% off select courses and certifications + every enrollment comes with a free CPSP course enrollment! Transform your future today! https://lnkd.in/gZfQpTtU

It's Testimonial Tuesday time! A recent SIG University graduate of the Contracting in the New Economy (CITNE) program had this to share about the course: “This program has been so insightful and educating for safe contracting practices. I have had many cases where lousy contracting was the root of my teams’ problems. Throughout this course, I have learned new skills and been able to reevaluate critical steps I am going to be implementing in my work." If you'd like to take your career to the next level, join our next semester! Invest in yourself - get enrolled today or learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gDt5PuBX

Ready to take your expertise to the next level? ?? This Black Friday, SIG University is offering exclusive deals on select courses and certifications. Plus, every enrollment comes with a free CPSP course enrollment! Empower yourself with the tools to excel in the ever-evolving world of procurement and sourcing. Sale starts Nov. 18th! Get 25% off these select programs: -Certified Sourcing Professional -Certified Supplier Management Professional -Certified Intelligent Automation Professional -Contracting in the New Economy -Cognitive Procurement Specialization Program Claim your Black Friday savings today! https://lnkd.in/gZfQpTtU

What's New @ SIG U? We are busy in the classroom. In Semester 6, we are in our sixth week! In all classes, our students are learning and building upon their skills as they dive into many important topics. See below what topics we are covering in each of our programs. Our faculty for the various classrooms include: John Castelhano Linda Tuck Chapman James Swinford Nick Andrews George Purvis In the discussion forum this week our faculty have begun moderating the discussion forum on this week's topics to help students understand the topics better and how these topics apply to their current roles. Our next semester kicks off soon. We would love to have you join us! Visit https://lnkd.in/ecrG6ifm to learn more about each of our programs.

Case Study: Transforming Global Procurement Teams with Strategic Sourcing Training! ?? Over 25 years of experience as a global Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), Joseph Martinez knows the pivotal role of continuous learning. Now, he's taken his teams to new heights with SIG University's cutting-edge training programs. ?? With teams spanning the U.S., India, Singapore, Japan, and Poland, Martinez faced the challenge of aligning diverse talents and expertise. His team members hailed from various backgrounds and levels of sourcing experience. Building a common language and baseline understanding was the key to their success. ??Joseph Martinez chose SIG University to certify his team, and here's why: ? Flexibility ? Modern Approach ? Practical Application ?? The results speak for themselves: ?? A unified team playing from the same sheet music. ?? Consistent language and vocabulary. ?? Enhanced conceptual understanding of each team member's role. ?? A special, all-hands graduation ceremony to celebrate their achievements and camaraderie. Discover how SIG University transformed global procurement teams and built a stronger foundation for success. Explore the case study here: https://lnkd.in/g_wsNsWD .... What's your biggest challenge when it comes to buy-side procurement? Share your thoughts in the comments below. Let's spark a meaningful conversation and help each other succeed! ???? Continuous learning is the heart of progress, and SIG University is leading the way in strategic sourcing training. Join us in shaping a brighter future for your team and organization. ?? #SIGUniversity #SIGU #ProcurementTraining #ProcurementEducation #SourcingTraining #SourcingEducation

Dive into the transformative Contracting in the New Economy (CITNE) program, a comprehensive training experience. Uncover the pivotal role of collaborative and relational contracts in enhancing value, mitigating risk, and fostering innovation within today's commercial contracts and strategic business relationships. ?? Ready to reshape your approach to contracts and partnerships in the new economy? ?? What is Relational Contracting? It's about creating legally enforceable contracts that prioritize relationships, align interests, and foster innovation, all while reducing risks. Discover how to maximize value for both supplier and customer organizations. ?? What you'll gain: ? In-depth understanding of contract management ? Strategies for negotiating in the digital age ? Expertise in risk management ? Insights into sustainable procurement ? Access to a global network of professionals ?? Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your contracting skills and drive success in the new economy. Enroll in the CITNE program today and unlock the potential of collaborative, value-driven relationships! ?? Explore the Syllabus to learn more ??https://lnkd.in/gnA4VB8e ??and afterwards tell us in the comments below what you saw in the syllabus that you're most excited to learn about! ?? ?? #SIGUniversity #SIGU #ProcurementTraining #ProcurementEducation #SourcingTraining #SourcingEducation