PORTLAND – The Downeast Chapter of Advancing Productivity, Innovation and Competitive Success will present a round-table discussion on the elements and benefits of certification in production and inventory management.

APICS is the global leader and premier provider of information and services in production and inventory management and related areas to enable members, enterprises and individuals to add value to their business performance.

Hosted by Sappi Fine Papers in Westbrook, the event is from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20. It is free, but registration is required and may be made on the Internet at www.apicsmaine.org or by e-mail to [email protected].