#senecaproud @SenecaAlumni @SenecaBusiness @SenecaPoly Congratulations to the more than 55 students from the Supply Chain Management and Business Administration – International Business programs who successfully participated in this year’s ERP/SAP Business Simulation Alumni Cup Championship. On Friday the 13th, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., our students braved 5 cm of freshly fallen snow to compete—showing dedication, resilience, and an inspiring commitment to learning. Teams worked under intense pressure with only 20 minutes per round across four business periods. They continuously improved their profitability, margins, inventory thinking and overall company value, demonstrating sharp decision‑making and strong teamwork. Result – everyone strengthened both business skills and team spirit. A huge congratulations to everyone involved. Team members business proficiency in finance, marketing, inventory planning, and profit generation grew dramatically from the moment they entered the competition to the moment you completed it. Congratulations to the winning team—Profit well done! To all team members your individual achievements reflects exceptional strategic thinking and teamwork. Meet Our Winning Teams 1st Place – Team A • Shengbo Gong — CEO & Supply Chain Analyst • Omar Sara — Demand Manager • Bella Sun — Accounting Manager • Aboubacar Tall — Sales & Marketing Manager • stephen uniana — Production & Product Design Manager 2nd Place – Team F • Keerti Mittal — CEO & Demand Manager • Vardhan Sharma — Procurement & Production Manager • Indy Pancham — Sales & Marketing Manager • Alex Joseph — Accounting Manager • Shimronn Jorge — Analyst 3rd Place – Team K • Siluna Kossinna — CEO (Leader) & Production Manager • Elena Villalobos — Demand Manager • Valerie Wang — Accounting Manager • Renee Chow — Procurement Manager • Elias Zhang — Sales & Marketing Manager Thank you to the Thought Leaders and talents of Sophia Yi and Thomas Perdue in managing this event from start to finish. With the funding from Seneca Works - Helix and from Ash Patel's connection our ERP/SAP Business Simulation Alumni Cup Championship became a reality. Thank you! View the video drive.google.com/file/d/1sbw…

#senecaproud @SenecaAlumni @SenecaBusiness @SenecaPoly With more than 60 students from the Supply Chain Management Graduate Program, International Transportation & Customs, and Supply Chain & Operations programs, we explored what really happens after you click “buy" on the Amazon web site. During a virtual tour of Amazon’s fulfillment centres (FCs) from around the world, our students saw firsthand how employees pick, pack, and ship customer orders around the world. This experiential learning opportunity allowed them to connect classroom theory with real-world applications in inventory management, fulfillment processes, analytics, robotics, and IoT technologies. Thank you, Amazon, for this valuable experience!

#senecaproud @SenecaPoly @SenecaBusiness @SenecaAlumni What do Seneca Polytechnic and Amazon Fulfillment have in common? A shared commitment to continuous learning beyond the classroom walls. Students from Seneca’s Supply Chain Management – Global Logistics graduate certificate program (SCM), along with peers from International Transportation & Customs (TCS) and Business – International Business (BUI), recently took part in a virtual tour of Amazon Fulfillment Centers across France, England, Spain, and the United States. Together, they explored what really happens after clicking “Place your order.” From learning about random inventory systems and weight-based order verification to SLAM (Scanning, Labelling, and Manifesting) and final shipping, students experienced firsthand the precision, technology, and efficiency that define Amazon’s global supply chain. This experiential learning opportunity connected theory to real-world logistics — proving that innovation, data, and collaboration are the driving forces behind supply chain success. Just another example of how Seneca Polytechnic shapes industry-ready graduates who stand out from the rest.

#senecaproud @SenecaPoly @SenecaBusiness @SenecaAlumni INDUSTRY ALERT- INNOVATIVE, CRITICAL THINKERS, SOON TO BE AVAILABLE Seneca Polytechnic proudly celebrates our student team for achieving a Global - Top 3 placement at the ERPsim Lab – HEC Montréal ERPsim Challenge: Logistics Sustainability w/ Disruptors 2025! This international competition challenged participants to navigate real-world supply chain disruptions — from AI innovations, supplier delays, and transportation gridlocks, to data breaches and cold weather impacts. Through teamwork, data analytics, and critical thinking, our Seneca students showcased their ability to turn disruption into opportunity. Congratulations to our Supply Chain Professional - candidates team: George Francis – Team Captain & Senior Business Analyst Aniket Aniket – Transportation & Logistics Optimization Lead Thu Hang Duong – Sales & Customer Strategy Lead Tandin Tshewang – Demand Forecasting & Operations Lead Sheik Ishik – Procurement & Supplier Relations Lead Mario Sánchez Figueroa – Pricing & Profitability Specialist Their success demonstrates how experiential learning at Seneca Business builds the next generation of strategic thinkers, decision-makers, and innovators in the supply chain industry. The outstanding guidance and mentorship of Professors Sophia Yi and Thomas Perdue played a pivotal role in shaping these exceptional results. Well done! At Seneca, students don’t just learn about logistics, they live it through simulations, industry partnerships, and real-world experiences. Just another example of how Seneca Polytechnic shapes industry-ready graduates who stand out from the rest.

#senecaproud @SenecaPoly @SenecaBusiness @SenecaAlumni Earlier this week, the ASCM Toronto Chapter, in collaboration with the Peel Chapter, hosted the second of two webinars in their Student Educational Forum series. This session focused on Sustainable Procurement and Logistics: Building Resilient Supply Chains. The agenda also featured a dedicated networking segment for both professionals and students. Participants included Supply Chain Professional candidates from Seneca’s Supply Chain Management – Global Logistics graduate certificate program, along with recent graduates and members of our upcoming summer cohort (semester starts May 6th). The session featured insightful discussions on the current and future relevance of sustainability in supply chains, introducing new ideas and perspectives. Networking extended beyond the webinar itself, as attendees continued connecting through LinkedIn. Well done to the ASCM Toronto and Peel Chapters on a successful event!

#senecaproud @SenecaBusiness @SenecaPoly @SenecaAlumni Our Winter semester may be over, but our Seneca ASCM student members—both graduating students and aspiring supply chain professionals—are still showing up and staying engaged. Why? Because they’re committed to their future careers and have embraced the mindset of continuous learning. They recently attended the first of a two-part webinar series this session the panel discussion focused on AI in the Supply Chain. This session brought together supply chain professionals to explore current challenges, share insights, and connect with one another through Zoom’s breakout “ROOMS” feature. Each room focused on a specific topic with a unique group of participants, fostering rich discussions and meaningful networking. The verdict? They’re already looking forward to Part 2! Just another example of how Seneca Polytechnic shapes industry-ready graduates who stand out from the rest.

#senecaproud @SenecaPoly @SenecaBusiness @SenecaAlumni Born in Ontario to parents who proudly served in the Canadian Armed Forces, my life was shaped by values rooted in service, unity, and inclusion. My father’s role in fighting in another country’s conflict taught me the importance of sacrifice and global peace. My mother’s work at the Royal Military College in Kingston immersed me in a world of diverse cultures, as I met military personnel from across the globe. As I grew, I built friendships with people of every background—guided by mentors from many walks of life. They helped me understand the Canadian way: listening with respect, welcoming all perspectives, and embracing criticism as a chance to grow. From playing hockey,,football,baseball and soccer to trying my hand at cricket, sport connected me to others and strengthened my Canadian identity. No matter where I’ve travelled, the Canadian flag has always flown with me—proud and visible. Today, I share my love for Canada with my position as a Professor at Seneca Polytechnic, with my international students, showing them what it truly means to be Canadian: respectful, inclusive, and proud. My name is Jim Wyer—and I am a proud Canadian!

#senecaproud @SenecaBusiness @SenecaPoly @SenecaAlumni With the trade war with the United States intensifying, gaining a clear understanding of how tariffs are applied — including when, by whom, and who is initially responsible for paying these taxes — has become crucial. These questions and more were explored in a webinar hosted by the ASCM Western Canada Chapter in Vancouver. Our Supply Chain Professional candidates from the Supply Chain Management - Global Logistics graduate program at Seneca College joined the session virtually to gain insights from a western perspective. A special thank you to Seneca friend Greg Henderson, President of Export Spark, and the outstanding team at ASCM Western Chapter — Manly Sitter, Anna Ciccarelli, and others — for organizing this informative event. The discussions were so engaging that the session went into overtime with a flurry of questions and conversations.

#senecaproud @SenecaBusiness @SenecaPoly @SenecaAlumni What a fantastic DISC day! Students from our Supply Chain Management (SCM), Purchasing and Supply Management (BAO), International Transportation & Customs (TCS), and Part-Time Studies SCM programs had an incredible experience. As a professor, I couldn't resist adding a little friendly competition — a Menti.com quiz — to reflect on some of the key takeaways from our visits. I'm proud to announce that Group 8 — consisting of Suvetha, Sri Thiyagarajan Ramanathan, Stella Latarani, and Orlando "OJ" Bragais — emerged victorious! Congratulations to them — they now have the ultimate bragging rights as the DISC W25 Champions!

#senecaproud @SenecaBusiness @SenecaPoly @SenecaAlumni Our next stop on DISC was the Daily Bread Food Bank in Toronto. While it may not be widely recognized, Supply Chain plays a crucial role in reducing food insecurity. Our students were impressed by the precise coordination of logistics within the facility. When asked if they wanted to volunteer, their response was a resounding "yes" — gladly extending their stay to help prepare individual servings of granola. A heartfelt thank you to Heather Valentino, VP of Operations, and her team for sharing remarkable insights and offering our students the opportunity to contribute firsthand.

Our first stop on DISC was the LCBO Distribution Center in Whitby. With over 10,000 steps logged (at least for me!), we explored the facility from top to bottom — including plenty of stair climbing — to witness the impressive operations firsthand. From unloading FCLs (both with and without pallets) to seamless inventory management and shipping, it was a masterclass in supply chain efficiency. Thank you to our tour guides Charles Edison- Senior director, Abid Khimani-Acting General Manager and Naveed Khan-Maintenance Manager

#senecaproud @SenecaBusiness @SenecaPoly @SenecaAlumni Our semester's Day in the Supply Chain (DISC) kicked off with students from our SCM, TCS, BAO, and Part-Time Learning programs boarding the bus at 7:15 AM. Their destinations: LCBO and Daily Bread Food Bank.

#senecaproud @SenecaPoly @SenecaBusiness Our International Transportation class started the day with an engaging tour of Seneca's Shipping and Receiving operations. Students observed various types of trucks unloading & loading processes, to essential equipment, such as forklifts.

#senecaproud @SenecaPoly @SenecaBusiness Over 50 students BAO, IBS, SCM, TCS, Part time studies with 10 professors & 2 live classes, participated in our Amazon virtual tour. The tour provided an in-depth look at Amazon’s state-of-the-art fulfillment centers. All I can say is WOW!

@senecaproud @SenecaPoly @SenecaBusiness What better way to bring real-world business experience to our International Trade Practitioner candidates (IBS) than by using business cases to highlight classroom theories? Thank you to Steven Litt, President of Spitfire Global Corp.

#senecaproud @SenecaPoly @SenecaBusiness Our International Trade Practitioner candidates (IBS) had a unique opportunity to gain an insider's perspective on the purpose and operations of the Daily Bread Food Bank, presented by Heather Valentino, VP. Thank you Heather!

#senecaproud @SenecaPoly @SenecaBusiness Our IBS students are actively engaging in webinars, seminars, and business events. Maria Osea, Career Development Practitioner at Seneca Works, led a "tune-up" session to empower students in showcasing their talents/skills to business.

#senecaproud @SenecaPoly @SenecaBusiness Fresh from his trip from Mexica and speaking from Chicago, Ljubo Stankovic Director International Tootsie Roll Industries, brought todays business world in choosing distributors, to our International Trade Practitioner-candidates (IBS).

#senecaproud @SenecaPoly @SenecaBusiness Today,day 1 of Reading Week,Team Seneca gathered for an in-person coaching session in preparation for the upcoming ASCM Toronto Case Competition. Prof. Debi Tziatis,guest speaker, gave valuable guidance on professionalism in presentations

#senecaproud @SenecaPoly @SenecaBusiness Thank you to ASCM Toronto Chapter for inviting our students from BAO, SCM, TCS to Tom Paul's, SCL Search Consultants, webinar on developing strategies for career success for Supply Chain Professionals.