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For Immediate Release

APICS Revises Program Offerings

Alexandria, VA (June 5, 2006) APICS The Association for Operations Management today announced a change to its program offerings, the discontinuation of the Certified Integrated Resource Management (CIRM) program.

The APICS Board of Directors voted to discontinue the APICS CIRM program, which has been offered since 1991, in response to declining testing volume and market research indicating reduced demand for this program. The association plans to repurpose the APICS CIRM body of knowledge as educational offerings. Additionally, APICS will retain records of the APICS CIRM program, its requirements and individuals who have earned the APICS CIRM designation or have taken one or more of the APICS CIRM examinations. The association will also continue to verify APICS CIRM certification for employers who inquire about credentials.

APICS CIRM examinations will be offered until June 1, 2008, giving candidates already in process two full years to complete the required certification exams. Candidates who pass the required five examinations by this date will receive APICS CIRM certification. Individuals who have previously earned the APICS CIRM designation are encouraged to continue listing the CIRM initials after their names, as this certification does not expire and requires no maintenance.

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About APICS The Association for Operations Management
APICS The Association for Operations Management is the global leader and premier source of the body of knowledge in operations management, including production, inventory, supply chain, materials management, purchasing, and logistics. Since 1957, individuals and companies have relied on APICS for its superior training, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources, and worldwide network of accomplished industry professionals.