January  ISE : Additive manufacturing’s emerging role in logistics and distribution

Additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, has evolved to become a key asset in logistics and distribution by allowing greater resilience, responsiveness, and sustainability. Read more in the December 2025 issue of ISE.

News

  • Must-attend 2026 events

    ISEs from all specialties and locations across the globe – sign up now and prepare to expand your experience, expertise and network at top conferences. Pick one, pick all: Healthcare Systems Process Improvement Conference, Feb. 11-13, Atlanta; Applied Ergonomics Conference, March 9-12, Arlington, Texas; IISE Annual Conference & Expo, May 16-19, Arlington, Texas.

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  • Go for the global Cup – win top honors

    The IISE Innovation Cup spotlights outstanding achievements in the ISE profession. The top three teams are recognized at the IISE Annual Conference & Expo, May 16–19, 2026, in Arlington, Texas. Deadline: Feb. 27, 2026.

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  • VA/VE Certificate now available

    In today’s competitive global economy, organizations must make strategic, ethical, and value-driven decisions. IISE and SAVE International bring you the Product Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE) Certificate, designed to help professionals optimize product and process value.

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  • Share your ideas, earn a writer's badge

    Highlight your work with an article in the award-winning ISE magazine and earn the shareable writer's badge. See the writer guidelines and contact Managing Editor Keith Albertson at kalbertson@iise.org.

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Video

Process, People, and Purpose: Operations the Chick-fil-A Way

How does Chick-fil-A consistently deliver fast drive-thru service, accurate orders, and genuine hospitality — even during peak rush? In this episode, we talk with Owner/Operator Sam Hartman and VP of Enterprise Solutions Matt Riley to break down the systems, culture, and continuous improvement mindset behind the brand’s operational excellence.  Visit the podcast website to hear this episode, or click "Follow" or "Subscribe" on your favorite podcast platform.

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ISE member Magazine

ISE magazine — January 2026

ISE is an award-winning monthly magazine accessible by members online and as a digital flipbook with zoom, download, and more options. Quick-reads and in-depth features will help enhance your career and improve an organization's performance. Consider writing for ISE and earning your writer's badge.