Core Insights - The article announces a training course focused on supplier and contract manufacturer management, emphasizing compliance, qualification, and oversight [1][7]. Course Overview - The training course is scheduled for February 18th to 19th, 2026, and aims to enhance skills in managing supplier relationships throughout their lifecycle [1]. - It covers various aspects including supplier identification, qualification, risk management, continuous assessment, and exit planning [2]. Learning Objectives - Participants will learn about effective supplier management benefits and regulatory requirements [6]. - The course will provide strategies for supplier selection, quality agreement development, risk assessment, and performance monitoring [6][12]. Target Audience - The course is designed for professionals in supply chain management, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, manufacturing, procurement, and contract manufacturing [5][12]. - Specific roles that will benefit include Supply Chain Managers, Quality Assurance Professionals, Regulatory Affairs Managers, and Operations Managers [5][12]. Key Topics Covered - Day 1 includes sessions on regulatory requirements, the cost of poor quality, strategic management of suppliers, and risk management [8][10]. - Day 2 focuses on supplier qualification, relationship building, performance monitoring, and supplier assessments [11][18]. Additional Resources - Attendees will receive a copy of presentation slides and a certificate of training [6]. - The course includes practical exercises to create customized supplier scorecards and develop quality agreements [3][21].