The APICS Educational and Research (E&R) Foundation provides the nation's premier forum for operations management research, educational programs, and curriculum development. The foundation publishes results from practitioner-friendly applied research in subject areas including:

• supply chain management
• improving supply chain performance
• performance measures
• curriculum development
• integrating manufacturing and marketing functions
• supervising information throughout an organization

The E&R Foundation is governed by its Board of Directors (PDF).

New! APICS E&R Foundation Certificate (PDF)

Scholars Education Program
The APICS E&R Foundation offers graduate and undergraduate members of APICS student chapters the opportunity to attend the APICS International Conference & Expo.

Benefits of Scholar Education Program
2010 APICS Scholars Program Presentation (PDF)
Scholar Application
Mentor Responsibilities
Mentor Application
Donor Application (PDF)

Student Competitions
The E&R Foundation supports student competitions to promote education and encourage interest in the profession of operations management. Students earn cash awards and recognition for winning entries.

Read more about the Plossl Doctoral Dissertation Competition and the new Student Leadership Forum.

Support Your Foundation
The expansion of the APICS body of knowledge will ensure the continued progress and value of operations management practices worldwide. The APICS E&R Foundation, as the leading source for continued development, is your resource and relies on industry support to stimulate industry advancement.
Donate online
E&R Foundation Donation Form (PDF)

Questions
Contact Bob Collins, CFPIM, CIRM, CSCP, at bcollins@apics.org.