ExamFOCUS study notes for the CPIM V7.0 exam Part 1 & 2

Book updated Jul 2026. The CPIM certification, offered by the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM), is globally recognized as a benchmark of proficiency in production and inventory management. Whether you're seeking to advance your career, enhance your skills, or validate your expertise, achieving CPIM certification demonstrates your commitment to excellence in the dynamic and increasingly complex world of supply chain operations. To earn your CPIM designation, you must pass two CPIM exams. The first exam addresses: Domain 1: Supply Chain Overview Domain 2: Fundamentals of Demand Management Domain 3: Plan Supply Domain 4: Execute Supply Plan Domain 5: Inventory Management Domain 6: Continuous Improvement/Quality Management and Technologies The second exam addresses: Domain 1: Align the Supply Chain to Support the Business Strategy Domain 2: Conduct Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) to Support Strategy Domain 3: Plan and Manage Demand Domain 4: Plan and Manage Supply Domain 5: Plan and Manage Inventory Domain 6: Plan, Manage, and Execute Detailed Schedules Domain 7: Plan and Manage Distribution Domain 8: Manage Quality, Continuous Improvement, and Technology This book covers both. There are overlapping areas and you are encouraged to study both as one. Our study notes are specifically crafted to aid your preparation for both Part 1 and Part 2 of the CPIM exams, offering a structured and detailed overview of the essential concepts, techniques, and best practices in the field of operations and supply chain management.