b'DEPARTMENT OUTREACHBridging Academia and Industry: A SUCCESS STORYIN THE STEEL MARKETBY KIHYUNG KIMIn an era where interdisciplinary collaboration is crucial forthe DSSs capabilities with Trinity Products business goals. This addressing complex industry challenges, a recent project withsynergy between technical know-how and strategic managementMake plans to attend CGBP Exam Training!Trinity Products exemplifies how academia and industry canhas been key to the projects success.work together effectively. This project represents a collaborationBeyond its immediate objectives, the collaboration has ledDates: July 30 & 31 and August 6 & 7, 2024 between scholars from the University of Missouris Center forto a robust DSS with a user-friendly interface that empowersVirtual delivery via ZoomEngineering Logistics and Distribution (CELDi), the Industrial andTrinity Products decision-makers to navigate market volatility.Cost: $550Systems Engineering (ISE) department, and the Trulaske CollegeThe system enables the company to balance supply chain effi-of Business Supply Chain Manage- Instructor: Jim Foley - author of The Global Entrepreneurment (SCM) team. This dynamic part- ciency with market demand, positioning it for success in an ever- For more information contact: nership has led to the developmentchanging industry. MU International Trade CenterITC@missouri.eduof an innovative decision supportThe project also demonstrates the University of Missouris system (DSS) that promises to trans- commitment to fostering industry partnerships, bridging the form Trinity Products operations ingap between academia and the private sector. It showcases how the steel market. academic institutions can play a pivotal role in advancing industry The DSS, designed to predict steelgoals, providing practical solutions that enhance competitiveness prices and market trends weeks inand efficiency.advance, leverages cutting-edgeMoreover, the partnership has laid the groundwork for future analytics and machine learning algo- collaboration between the university and industry. The successBUILDING COMPETENCIESrithms. This foresight is particularlyof the project not only benefits Trinity Products but also serves valuable for a company operatingas a blueprint for future interdisciplinary endeavors, showcasing in the volatile steel market, enablinghow the convergence of technical and business expertise can strategicdecision-makingthataddress complex challenges.improves operational efficiency andIn conclusion, the Trinity Products project highlights the potentialBY JACKIE RASMUSSEN The NASBITE CGBP certifies that a candidate is financial performance. The projectof interdisciplinary collaboration in delivering impactful, real- competent in the following four area of global trade:serves as a compelling example ofworld solutions. By uniting the skills and insights of CELDi/ISE andSeeking to enhance the import and export skills of1. Global Business Management how technical expertise and businessemployees and better position Missouri and U.S. Trulaske SCM scholars, the partnership exemplifies how academiacompanies to be successful in todays global market,2. Global Marketing acumen can be combined to deliverand industry can work together to achieve mutual goals, rein- the MU International Trade Center annually hosts3. Supply Chain Management real-world solutions. forcing the University of Missouris role as a leader in fosteringa Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP)4. Trade FinanceCELDi/ISE scholars bring to the tablepartnerships that yield significant results. This collaboration is aTraining session annually targeted at companyAttending the CGBP Exam Prep training hosted by a wealth of knowledge in operations research, engineering, andtestament to the power of interdisciplinary teamwork, deliveringrepresentatives, trade community members andthe MU International Trade Center better positions data analytics, which forms the backbone of the DSS. Their skillscomprehensive solutions that address real-world challenges andstudents seeking to secure the CGBP credential.candidates for success in passing the CGBP exam. in developing predictive models and analyzing complex data setssetting a precedent for future endeavors. In August 2023, 22 trade professionals and nineThe training provides a great overview of the core ensure the system provides actionable insights. Meanwhile, theWe would like to express our gratitude to the following facultystudents from across the country and around theelements of international trade that businesses andJackie RasmussenTrulaske SCM team contributes a strategic perspective, aligningand student team members for their invaluable contributionsworld joined us for this training. Conflicts associatedtrade professions competing in the world of inter-to this collaboration: with distance and travel were eliminated with annational business should be aware of.Sharan SrinivasIndustrial and Systems Engineering Departmentevent conveniently offered on Zoom. Training datesAs shared by 2023 training attendee Jeremiah Anthony RossManagement Departmentfor 2024 have been set for August 6-9. Ojo, Owner or Creative Milieu, LLC (New York): Jim NobleIndustrial and Systems Engineering DepartmentSupported by NASBITE International, the CGBPThe instructor (Jim Foleys) dynamic and enthusi- Make plans to join us Kihyung KimManagement Departmentcredential confirms knowledge in international tradeastic way of delivering the material and the MU ITCvirtually for CGBP Pyam OveysGraduate Research Assistant, Industrial andand assures that certified individuals are able tostaffs keen attention to detail, supplementary notesExam Prep Training Systems Engineering Department practice global business at the professional leveland resources made the three-day virtual trainingat the University of Mahima NazninGraduate Research Assistant, Industrialrequired in todays competitive environment. Themanageable and enjoyable! So glad I signed up forMissouri -Bryan Davis (President & CEO) and Robert Griggs (Chairman andand Systems Engineering Department CGBP credential raises the level of practice in thethe training course, as I feel much more preparedAugust 6-9, 2024.Founder) host a group of entrepreneurial-minded students fromThomas WillerthUndergraduate Student, Industrial andfield, provides professional development goals forto study and do well on the exam. This training is Mizzou visiting Trinity Products. Systems Engineering Department credential holders and showcases competency.a must.10 2024 MANAGEMENT MATTERSMANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT 11'