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tell the world that you can apply, analyze & evaluate with the dddrp method

Our newest endorsement. The Demand Driven Distribution Professional (DDDP)™ is a professional endorsement certification offered by the Demand Driven Institute.  The DDDP™ is earned by an individual who can apply the demand driven concepts, analyze an environment and evaluate an environment using Demand Driven Distribution Requirements Planning (DDDRP) methodology. An individual achieves DDDP™ endorsement by successfully completing a rigorous test.  Upon successful completion of the test an endorsement certificate will be issued and the individual may begin using "DDDP" in their professional title.  The individual will also be issued an electronic certificate and badge for use with their social media profiles.

Note:

  1. Currently the DDDP exam is available in ENGLISH ONLY

  2. Additional languages will be added by January 2025

testing Instructions

​When you are ready to test follow the detailed instructions below to access the exam.  Allow yourself a few minutes to work through this process and the exam is available immediately after completing the registration process.  You do NOT need to schedule a time and day.  The exam is available on demand.

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All exams can be accessed by clicking on the desired language button.

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Allow yourself a few minutes to work through this process and the exam is available immediately after completing the registration process.  You do NOT need to schedule a time and day.  The exam is available on demand.  

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  1. Obtain a Prolydian user account.  Fill in all field marked with *  NOTE:  Your email is your user ID.  If you already have a Prolydian account simply log-in.

  2. All exams are charged in USD.  

  3. Fill in all fields marked with *. 

  4. If you have a coupon code enter the code provided in the box.  Click “Continue”

  5. You can now print a receipt for the exam or launch the exam. 

  6. Click “Start”. Please note, you do not have to immediately start your test.  Once registration and payment process is complete you can log back in at anytime to start your exam.

Exam preparation

Individuals can prepare for the Demand Driven Distribution Professional (DDDP)™ test through four avenues:

  1. ATTEND a Demand Driven Distribution (DDD)™ Program – the official DDDP™ test prep session.  The Demand Driven Distribution (DDD)™ program is designed for planning, purchasing and supply chain personnel responsible for implementing and maintaining a Demand Driven Distribution Requirements Planning (DDDRP) implementation.  Designed by the leading authorities on DDMRP/DDDRP at the Demand Driven Institute, the Demand Driven Distribution program is comprised of 10 modules of in-depth DDDRP education.

  2. TAKE - the sample test and watch the video on how to solve the problems to get the right answers on the sample exam.  To gain access to this feature you must have attended the Demand Driven Distribution (DDD)™ Program.  Request DDD content access.

  3. WATCH the latest recorded version of the Demand Driven Distribution (DDD)™ Program.  If you have attended a previous live or online DDD Program you can access the recording for free.  Request DDD content access.

eXam information & Content

The DDDP™ test is built on the more advanced stages of Bloom’s Taxonomy - Apply, Analyze and Evaluate.  The test taker is given 180 minutes (3 hours) to answer 50 questions multiple choice questions selected from the item bank related to specific given scenarios and the below categories.

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The DDDP Test has seven categories.  Each category has a number of subcategories that questions will be assigned to:

  1. Distribution Basics

    • Conventional Distribution Planning

    • DDDRP Basics

  2. Inventory Positioning

    • Decoupling Basics

    • Positioning Factors

  3. Buffer Profiles and Levels

    • Buffer Profiles and SKU Inputs

    • Buffer Calculation

  4. Dynamic Adjustments

    • Recalculated Adjustments

    • Planned Adjustments

  5. Demand Driven Planning

    • Net Flow Equation

    • Prioritized Share

  6. Demand Driven Execution

    • Buffer Status Alerts

    • In-Transit and Synchronization Alerts

  7. DDDRP Analytics (DDS&OP)

    • Master Settings

    • DDS&OP Responsibilities

    • Inventory Target Ratio

The DDDP™ test is an open book test – notes and references can be used.  We encourage you to have a spreadsheet program ready – it may make some calculations/series of calculations easier to manage.  A calculator feature is included in the testing mechanism.

 

The test is offered through our testing partner Prolydian.  The testing center relies on the most advanced online testing technology utilized by nearly one thousand organizations around the world across a range of sectors including, business, government, higher education and certification and credentialing bodies.  As the testing center is available 24 hours a day, seven days per week an individual can take the exam at a time and place that is convenient for them.

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The test fee is $250 (USD)

Upon successful completion you will receive an email that contains information about obtaining your electronic badge and certificate.  Please read the email carefully. 

  • The electronic badges are managed through an independent entity - BadgeCert.

  • The DDDP certificate is issued by the Demand Driven Institute and is available as a link with your badge for you to print.

  • Your badge and certificate are good for five years.

 

Visit our Endorsement Badge page for more information about electronic badges.

About the DDDP Badge & Certification

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Is the exam proctored? No, the exam is at a level that proctoring is essentially useless.  You will be asked to agree to a statement before starting the exam regarding sharing any insight and information you gain during the test.

  2. What if I fail my first attempt?  If you fail your first attempt at the test you get a second attempt for free, however, you must wait seven days to test again.  You will receive an email with a breakdown of your performance by section.  YOU MUST OBTAIN A NEW coupon code from DDI Admin to use for your second attempt.  To obtain that second code, you must email DDI Admin for a secondary code.

  3. Can I use resources during the test?  Yes.  The test is open book.  We would also encourage you to have a spreadsheet program ready – it may make some calculations/series of calculations easier to manage.  A calculator feature is included in the testing mechanism.

  4. What if I lose connectivity during the test? If connectivity is lost during the exam, please attempt to log back into the exam as soon as it is restored. You may be able to complete the exam. You can also contact DDI at exam@demanddriveninstitute.com.

Demand Driven Distribution (DDD) and Demand Driven Distribution Professional (DDDP) are a trademarks of the Demand Driven Institute.

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