Host Bodies

The Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) was founded in 1963 in response to a need for packaging technologists to interact and provide a professional identity for individuals within the industry.The Australian Institute of Packaging is the professional body for packaging technologists and all other individuals involved within the packaging industry throughout Australasia. The primary function of the Institute is to offer educational and technical training for individuals within the packaging industry as well as cross-functional networking opportunities. The AIP is the only association in Australia designed to recognise, educate and assist the individuals who make up the diverse packaging industry.

The Australian Production and Inventory Control Society Limited (apicsAU) is a membership society that exists to foster professionalism in manufacturing and associated supply chain activities.   It specialises in providing education and learning opportunities for the management of resources and supply chain, including production and inventory management, warehousing and distribution, procurement and materials management.
 
Operating in Australia since 1963, apicsAU is a non-profit organisation, with active chapters in NSW, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia and South Australia.  In addition to extensive education programs, chapters offer local activities that facilitate the exchange and advancement of practical knowledge, ideas and techniques.  Activities include meetings, short courses, site visits and conferences. 

Membership of apicsAU is open to any person with an interest in operations management and provides access to educational programs, a network of industry professionals, real-world learning opportunities, articles and information.

Contact enquiries@apicsau.org.au or visit www.apicsau.org.au  for more information.

CIPS Australia is the peak industry body for the procurement profession in Australia and New Zealand. With almost 2,500 members it is dedicated to promoting best-practice, continuous improvement in professional standards and raising awareness of the contribution procurement and supply management make to organisations.CIPS Australia is mandated to act in the public interest and for the benefit of the profession as a whole by:

• Acting as a voice for the profession.
• Helping individuals to become better professionals.
• Helping organisations improve their procurement practices.
• Building the global body of knowledge for purchasing and supply.

QUT is a major and highly successful Australian university with a strong professional emphasis and rapidly developing research reputation. Based in Brisbane, the university enrols nearly 40,000 students, with more than 20 per cent at postgraduate level. The Faculty of Business is a triple accredited institution and has developed an undergraduate logistics specialisation as part of its business offerings.Recognised nationally and internationally for its industry-relevant teaching and research, the university’s ‘real world’ positioning is underpinned by close relationships with employers and professional bodies. The Faculty has established an MOU with GS1 Australia and is developing links with the Logistics sector.

The Supply Chain and Logistics Association of Australia (SCLAA) is Australia’s largest association for Supply Chain and Logistics professionals and practitioners. The SCLAA has the proven history, governance framework, established representation, value for money and strategic reach to make it the right choice for you. Our Vision: SCLAA delivers value to Supply Chain and Logistics professionals and practitioners, and prosperity and competitive advantage to Australia through development of the profession and practice of SCL, collaboration with industry stakeholders and promotion and recognition of world’s best practice.Our Mission: To serve and advance the interests of Supply Chain and Logistics professionals and practitioners in Australia. History: Having served the profession for four decades in various forms, most recently as the Logistics Association of Australia, the SCLAA embraces its proud history and benefits from its experience and established relationships. However, now is the time to look forward with fresh vision

The South East Queensland Local Government Supply Managers Group are supply professionals from various Councils, who meet on a regular basis to further the effectiveness of the supply function within Local Government to the benefit of Individual Councils in the South East Queensland region.