New, Self-Paced E-learning Course Targets Persons New to Warehousing Industry
Article from MHI Solutions Magazine
Offering educational resources that deliver the critical knowledge warehouse, distribution and fulfillment professionals need to excel in their careers is at the heart of the Warehousing Education and Research Council’s mission. I’m therefore delighted to introduce the newest program from WERC, a division of MHI: the Distribution Logistics Leader Micro-Credential and Certification. It is comprised of six stackable, self-paced e-learning courses, the first of which—Distribution Logistics Fundamentals—debuted in the fourth quarter of 2022.
The program is the culmination of three years of work and contributions from WERC leaders and members. Our purpose was to respond to a recognized need to help those who are new to the industry learn about its key processes, technologies, roles and career opportunities.
“Companies are always looking for ways to improve employee retention. We know—based on recent surveys of hourly associates—that one of the best ways to improve employee retention is to invest in training and provide associates with the opportunity to advance in their careers,” noted Brian Devine, president and CEO of Ignite Industrial Professionals, who also serves as a director at large on the WERC Advisory Council…
