Institute for Supply Management

Industry AssociationsArizona, United States201-500 Employees

The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) is a mid-sized, not-for-profit professional association focused on advancing the field of supply management. Based in Tempe, Arizona, it supports a global network of more than 50,000 members across over 100 countries and oversees about US$1 trillion in procurement annually for corporate and government buyers. Founded in 1915 by practitioners, ISM pursues end-to-end supply chain management through data-driven resources, education, and a professional community intended to create organizational value and competitive advantage. Its offerings include certification and training programs, corporate services, events, and assessments, and it produces widely consulted economic indicators through its PMI Reports for Manufacturing and Services. In the industry associations space, ISM positions itself as a primary source of insights and guidance for procurement and supply management professionals, economists, analysts, and policymakers. A recent development is the ISM World 2026 conference held in Aurora, Colorado, which featured discussions on risk mitigation and the impact of technology on supply chains.

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