Supply Chain Knowledge Centres
About the GS1 Supply Chain Knowledge Centre
The GS1 Australia Supply Chain Knowledge Centre is an award winning purpose-built learning facility that demonstrates how supply chain management can make a real difference. Here, the abstract concept of the supply chain is brought to life in an entertaining format that encourages exploration.
A full range of training programs on GS1 System 
standards and other key GS1 identification standards, from the introductory to the leading edge are offered to suit professionals who are responsible for planning, maintaining and implementing GS1 standards.
The learning experience begins in the Simulation Theatre and continues in the interactive Supply Chain Model. GS1 Display Zone and touch-screen kiosks 
answer questions about the GS1 System and supply chain processes, as well as offering a guide to the technology from GS1 Australia's Solution Providers.
The facility also includes a Partner Room, which hosts periodic displays and events featuring the latest products and services.
Fully equipped training rooms and lounge area complement this unique facility.
All Supply Chain Knowledge Centre modules are instructor-led and balance theory with interactive exercises that simulate real life experiences.
Right around Australia
Mastering the supply chain is vital to success, no matter where you are located. A portable version complementing the Melbourne and Sydney Supply Chain Knowledge Centres regularly tours Australia supporting the Classroom roadshow to make training truly local.
How did the Supply Chain Knowledge Centre come about?
In 1996 GS1 Australia developed a static model of the supply chain called EANworks. This facility was highly successful, and was used by thousands of members and their companies to experience and learn how GS1 standards could be used to create an integrated supply chain.
Over time the rapid development of multi media capability and the continual decease in the cost of computing power meant that the capability needed was now available at an affordable cost.
Who built the Supply Chain Knowledge Centre?
- Melbourne
The original Supply Chain Knowledge Centre was designed and built by industry experts for industry. A group of senior industry executives was formed as the Supply Chain Knowledge Centre Advisory Group. Work commenced in July 2001 and the centre opened in November 2003. - Sydney
In July 2005, GS1 Australia management made funds available to duplicate the Supply Chain Knowledge Centre in the NSW office, and the Sydney SCKC was opened on the 27th April 2006. The physical space available in the Sydney office meant that the design had to be different from the design of the Supply Chain Knowledge Centre in Melbourne. However the software and Learning Programs remain identical.
What was the Supply Chain Knowledge Centre meant to achieve?
The Supply Chain Knowledge Centre was designed and built to demonstrate the two supply chains - the logical supply chain and the physical supply chain linked and supported by GS1 standards, working together to create integration between trading partners.
Who was the Supply Chain Knowledge Centre meant to service? Who were the intended users?
The Supply Chain Knowledge Centre was meant to service all levels of industry, from industry groups and associations, to individual large, medium and small businesses. Each of the Learning Programs is tailored to meet the needs of the group.
The electronic age of business-to-business communication is here to stay. Now is the time to take advantage of everything it has to offer and as an GS1 Australia member, all the tools are at your disposal, starting with the GS1 Supply Chain Knowledge Centre.
Awards
Since it's inception the GS1 Supply Chain Knowledge Centre has won a number of prestigious awards both internationally and locally. Some of these awards are shown below.
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2004 Global Award for Supply Chain Excellence Presented by Supply Chain Council, at Supply Chain World, North America 2004 |
Training, Education and Development Award Finalist at National Logistics and Supply Chain Awards 2004 |
