KwaZulu-Natal based IRM Assignments has been signed by CS Education Solutions, a division of JSE-listed CS Holdings, as a SAPICS (South African Production and Inventory Control Systems) licensee and education reseller. The signing of IRM Assignments as an education reseller is in line with CS Education Solutions` vision of achieving strategic growth in the Supply Chain Management / ERP arena through extending the network of qualified practitioners throughout Kwa Zulu-Natal and South Africa.
Elize Ackerman, a director of CS Education Solutions, a subsidiary of CS Holdings, says, "IRM Assignments has proven experience in SAPICS training. This agreement further extends our ability to provide high quality training to the ERP market. CS Education Solutions` program of developing alliances with proven ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) educators, means that our customers have access to skilled practitioners in all major metropolitan areas in South Africa."
IRM Assignments, headed by Dave Nel, was established in 1997 to provide a training service to Organisations in Supply Chain Management through recognised SAPICS programs.The Durban Chapter was awarded the Chapter of the Year Award for 1997 and 1998 in recognition of educational achievements. Nel was awarded the SAPICS Durban Chapter Chairman`s award in 1997 and 1998 for his achievements in promoting the educational activities of the Society.
Nel views CS-SAPICS education solutions and training offerings as a leading initiative in the Supply Chain / ERP environment. "The value of skilled competent employees is recognized world wide as an essential element of competitive performance advantage. Organisations in South Africa are investing in their people to ensure their success in meeting the challenges of the future."

