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Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for network administrators, operators, and engineers responsible for managing the normal day-to-day operation and administration of BIG-IP Access Policy Manager Overview This course provides the skills to create and manage BIG-IP APM system. This course covers three typical deployment scenarios for BIG-IP Access Policy Manager (APM) and is broken into three individual lessons. In lesson one, you learn how to configure BIG-IP APM to provide Active Directory-based authentication for a load-balanced pool of web servers. In lesson two, you learn how to create a policy that provides an SSL VPN (Network Access) resource to users, but only when they log into BIG-IP APM using a corporate-issued PC. Finally, lesson three builds on the first two lessons to create a policy that provides a dynamic landing page with both SSL VPN as well as an OWA (Portal Access) resource, but only to users with special authorization. Setting Up the BIG-IP System Introducing the BIG-IP System Initially Setting Up the BIG-IP System Archiving the BIG-IP Configuration Leveraging F5 Support Resources and Tools Configuring Web Application Access Review of BIG-IP LTM Introduction to the Access Policy Web Access Application Configuration Overview Web Application Access Configuration in Detail Exploring the Access Policy Navigating the Access Policy Managing BIG-IP APM BIG-IP APM Sessions and Access Licenses Session Variables and sessiondump Session Cookies Access Policy General Purpose Agents List Using Authentication Introduction to Access Policy Authentication Active Directory AAA Server RADIUS One-Time Password Local User Database Understanding Assignment Agents List of Assignment Agents Configuring Portal Access Introduction to Portal Access Portal Access Configuration Overview Portal Access Configuration Portal Access in Action Configuring Network Access Concurrent User Licensing VPN Concepts Network Access Configuration Overview Network Access Configuration Network Access in Action Deploying Macros Access Policy Macros Configuring Macros An Access Policy is a Flowchart Access Policy Logon Agents Configuring Logon Agents Exploring Client-Side Checks Client-Side Endpoint Security Exploring Server-Side Checks Server-Side Endpoint Security Agents List Server-Side and Client-Side Checks Differences Using Authorization Active Directory Query Active Directory Nested Groups Configuration in Detail Configuring AppTunnels Application Access Remote Desktop Network Access Optimized Tunnels Landing Page Bookmarks Deploying Access Control Lists Introduction to Access Control Lists Configuration Overview Dynamic ACLs Portal Access ACLs Signing On with SSO Remote Desktop Single Sign-On Portal Access Single Sign-On Using iRules iRules Introduction Basic TCL Syntax iRules and Advanced Access Policy Rules Customizing BIG-IP APM Customization Overview BIG-IP Edge Client Advanced Edit Mode Customization Landing Page Sections Deploying SAML SAML Conceptual Overview SAML Configuration Overview Exploring Webtops and Wizards Webtops Wizards Using BIG-IP Edge Client BIG-IP Edge Client for Windows Installation BIG-IP Edge Client in Action Lesson Configuration Project Additional Training and Certification Getting Started Series Web-Based Training F5 Instructor Led Training Curriculum F5 Professional Certification Program F5 Instructor Led Training Curriculum F5 Professional Certification Program Additional course details: Nexus Humans F5 Configuring BIG-IP APM - Access Policy Manager v13.x training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the F5 Configuring BIG-IP APM - Access Policy Manager v13.x course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

This workshop is very practical in its nature and aims to give delegates an opportunity to not only learn about the key aspects of successful bid writing, but to also put them into practice. The workshop helps delegates understand what is most important to buyers and how to successfully convey they proposition to them. 1 Welcome and introductions 2 The mindset of successful bid writing The mindset needed for successful bid writing Thinking from the buyer's perspective and not your own 3 Decision making The way buyers make decisions - rational and emotional Understanding buying motives Looking at how to present ideas against those motives The idea of cognitive fluency How to pitch an idea in a way that leads to a positive decision 4 To bid or not to bid? Writing a bid is a big commitment; a clear understanding of the chances of winning is required Understanding of the implications of winning and the impact it will have on the organisation 5 Understanding your value proposition Framework to help identify unique proposition and how that fits in with the requirements of the bid 6 The tender process Understanding the process to enable a successful chance of winning the bid Different types of tender processes Evaluation of criteria and the impact on bid writing 7 Writing skills Different ways of writing and structuring bids to ensure their messages gets across well in a way that will be looked on favourably by the buyer 8 Summarise 9 Close

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This intermediate course is for experienced SQL end users, application programmers, database administrators, and user support staff who need more advanced knowledge of SQL. Overview Discuss basic relational database concepts Use some of the OLAP features of DB2, such as GROUPing and RANKing functions Create tables, views and indexes Use referential integrity, check constraints and triggers Use outer joins, and join tables to themselves Use CASE expressions, and the CAST function Identify the impact of Summary Tables, Materialized Query Tables, and temporary tables Use complex subqueries Use a greater number of scalar SQL functions Use advanced SQL constructs, such as recursive SQL and table expressions Define User-Defined Distinct Types and User-Defined Functions Avoid several of the most common causes for poorly-performing SQL This course teaches you how to make use of advanced SQL techniques to access DB2 databases in different environments. This course is appropriate for customers working in all DB2 environments, specifically for z/OS, Linux, UNIX, and Windows. Introduction Identify the purpose of the clauses in the SELECT statement Describe the key differences among the IBM DB2 platforms Describe and use some of the OLAP features of DB2, such as GROUPING functions like CUBE and ROLLUP, and the RANK, DENSE_RANK and ROW_NUMBER functions Create Objects Code statements to: Create tables and views, Alter tables, Create indexes, Implement referential integrity (RI), and Define triggers and check constraints Identify impacts and advantages of referential integrity, including impacts of delete rules Identify considerations when using triggers and check constraints Define and make use of INSTEAD OF triggers Join Retrieve data from more than one table via inner and outer joins Use outer joins (LEFT, RIGHT, FULL) Use ANTI JOINS Join a table to itself Use UNION and UNION ALL Use EXCEPT and INTERCEPT CASE, CAST, Summary Tables, and Materialized Query Tables Identify when CASE expressions can be used Code CASE expressions in SELECT list and in the WHERE clause Identify when CAST specifications can be used Identify the advantages of using Summary (Materialized Query) Tables and Temporary tables Identify the advantages of using Materialized Query Tables (MQTs) Identify when and how to use Temporary tables Using Subqueries Code subqueries using the ALL, ANY/SOME, and EXISTS keywords Code correlated subqueries Choose the proper type of subquery to use in each case Scalar Functions Extend your knowledge of scalar functions which: Manipulate arithmetic data, Manipulate date values, and Manipulate character data Examples of scalar functions that are addressed in this course: SUBSTR POSSTR COALESCE/VALUE DECIMAL ROUND DIGITS CHAR DATE/TIME Table Expressions and Recursive SQL Identify reasons for using table expressions and recursive SQL Use nested and common table expressions Identify the difference between views and table expressions Code recursive SQL Control the depth of recursion when coding recursive SQL UDTs/UDFs and Performance Describe the concepts behind User-Defined Types, User-Defined Functions and Stored Procedures Predict when queries will use indexes to get better performance Identify concepts of predicate processing State introductory concepts about index structure State general best practices advice Additional course details: Nexus Humans CE131 IBM DB2 SQL Workshop for Experienced Users training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the CE131 IBM DB2 SQL Workshop for Experienced Users course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for Primary audience: IT administrators, architects, and business leaders who already manage Nutanix clusters in the datacenter, but who would like more in-depth knowledge of Nutanix datacenter administration. Anyone seeking preparation for the Nutanix Platform Professional (NPP) Advanced certification (in development).Secondary audience: Managers and technical staff seeking more detailed information before making a purchase decision. Overview Protect intellectual property and company data to guarantee business continuity with a complete, advanced data protection strategy.Practice advanced datacenter management procedures using hands on labs.Get the most out of Nutanix systems by maximizing configuration and operation for peak efficiency.Validate new skills by preparing for and completing the Nutanix Platform Professional Advanced certification. The Nutanix AAPM Advanced Administration & Performance Management course is an advanced level training program for experienced Nutanix data center administrators, technicians, and support personnel.The course features comprehensive coverage of performance management for Nutanix clusters, including options for performance optimization, troubleshooting issues and tuning. Learn through hands-on labs to monitor system performance, advanced networking and storage to help optimize data center administration.Advanced Administration explains in detail how to use the major Acropolis services such as Acropolis Block Services (ABS) and Acropolis File Services (AFS). The course also explains how to define and manage assets and applications using Calm, including how to connect to clouds, automation of the Life Cycle Management (LCM) application, and how to implement and configure Self Service Portal and governance.Take advantage of Flash mode to improve system performance as well as how to effectively clone and delete VMs, move them between storage containers, and how to manage VMs (tagging, sizing, migration). Performance ManagementManaging Controller VM ServicesAdvanced Virtual Machine AdministrationImplementing Business Continuity/Disaster RecoveryConfiguring Advanced NetworkingCustomizing Security ServicesManaging Acropolis ServicesPrism Central Management

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This very practical workshop is designed to enable participants to improve the impact, clarity and accuracy of their business documents - both internal and external.: This workshop will help participants: Identify the purpose of writing their documents - to themselves and to their readers Recognise and meet the needs of their readers Plan documents systematically and improve the layout, flow and structure Express the content more clearly, concisely and correctly Adapt the tone and style of writing to the circumstances Proof-read and edit work effectively, using formal marks and techniques Improve visual layout, format and appearance 1 Course objectives Welcome and Introductions The problems now - group discussion 2 Writing better business documents What points to highlight / exclude Starting off Introductions Conclusions Executive summaries 3 Rules and standards George Orwell's famous maxim Why write? - clarifying your aims and objectives A seven-step method for better preparation The three-stage process for writing well Grouping information for your reader 4 Proof-reading and editing The difference between proof-reading and editing Proof-reading methods and strategies Proof-reading marks and techniques Training your eye for detail Knowing what to look for 5 Effective editing Grammar and English standards Words - usage and spelling Sentences - units of thought Paragraphs - themes Punctuation - spotting and correcting common errors Say what you mean - active v passive language 6 How's your English? Grammar quizzes and punctuation test Spotting spelling errors Rephrasing jargons and clichés Common error's and mistakes 7 Document layout House style Use of white space Fonts and effects 8 One-to-one workshops These are practical sessions with one-to-one consultation with colleagues and the trainer They are held at key points to consolidate the learning from different sessions 9 Course summary Summary of key points Action plans

Businesses that don't control their costs don't stay in business. How well are you doing? Is everyone in your organisation sufficiently aware of costs, managing them effectively and maximising opportunities to reduce them? If there is scope for improvement, this course will help get you back on track. It will demonstrate that cost reduction is so much more than cost control and cost cutting. True cost management is about being aware of costs, seeking to reduce them through good design and efficient operating practices whilst taking continuing action on overspending. This course will develop the participants' skills in: Being aware of costs at all times Seeking cost reduction from the start (including life-cycle costing) Appraising projects / production to identify and take out risk Understanding real budgeting Using techniques such as ZBB and ABC where appropriate Ensuring cost reports lead to action Managing a cost reduction process that delivers Benefits to the organisation will include: Identification of cost reduction and business improvement opportunities Better reporting and ownership of costs Greater awareness and control of everyday costs 1 Introduction - the cost management process The risks of poor cost control Capital and revenue costs The importance of cost awareness The importance of cost reduction Cost management - the key aspects How to build a cost management and control process checklist for your areas of responsibility 2 Cost removal - taking out costs Cost awareness Costs of poor design / poor processes Value engineering Removing redundant costs 3 The need for commercial, technical and financial appraisals Understand the problems before cash is committed and costs incurred Making the effort to identify commercial and technical risk The time value of money - DCF techniques for long term projects Cost models for production processes and projects Costing models - project appraisals The use of spreadsheets to identify sensitivity and risk How to focus on risk management 4 Budgeting - proper budgeting challenges costs The philosophy of the business - are costs an issue? The importance of having the right culture The need for detailed business objectives Budgetary control measures Designing budget reports - for action 5 Zero-based budgeting (ZBB) - the principles Much more than starting with a clean sheet of paper What ZBB can achieve The concept of decision packages - to challenge business methods and costs Only necessary costs should be incurred A review of an operating budget - demonstrating what ZBB challenges and the costs it may lead to being taken out 6 Awareness of overheads and other costs Definitions of cost - direct and indirect Dealing with overheads - what is meant by allocation, absorption or apportionment? The apparent and real problems with overheads Different ways of dealing with overheads Review of overhead allocation methods and accounting and reporting issues 7 Overheads and product costing Activity-based costing (ABC) - the principles Where and how the ABC approach may be helpful Know the 'true' cost of a product or a project Should you be in business? Will you stay in business? Identifying weaknesses in a traditional overhead allocation How ABC will help improve product or service costing Identifying which products and activities should be developed and which abandoned 8 Cost reduction culture The need for cost reports What measures can be used to identify over-spends as early as possible Cost control performance measures and ratios 9 Design of cost control reports Reports should lead to action and deliver Selecting cost control measures which can be acted upon Practice in designing action reports 10 Course summary - developing your own cost action plan Group and individual action plans will be prepared with a view to participants identifying their cost risks areas and the techniques which can be immediately applied to improve costing and reduce costs

This programme has a simple objective: to help a sales team create and implementa comprehensive account development plan. If you want to earn strategic partner or preferred supplier status with your clients and customers then you need to add value to their business, consistently, and you can only do this if you have a plan - a key account management plan. This programme will help participants: Discover opportunities - through a deeper understanding of the customer's business Develop partnership - through a better 'value proposition' for the customer Increase repeat business - based on higher customer satisfaction Improve synergy - by getting everyone to 'sing from the same hymn sheet' Develop a collaborative account plan - validated by the customer and their own management Secure resources - management will align resources to execute soundly based account plans Win an increased share of 'customer wallet' - through systematic account development 1 The six principles of strategic account development Introduction to the PROFIT account development model:- Performance- Relationships- Objectives and goals- Feedback- Integration- Teamwork Practical account development strategies: overview and case studies 2 Performance Use practical tools to help you manage and measure account performance and success Design and build a monthly account dashboard for all sizes of account Prioritise and manage accounts and customers pro-actively and successfully, using proven planning tools Develop a cross-selling strategy to integrate products or solutions into the customer's business as closely as possible 3 Relationships How to build and manage key relationships within an account Qualifying and managing key influencers accurately Producing a 'relationship matrix' for each account quickly and easily Approaching and developing new contacts strategically Tools and techniques for successful tracking of contacts and call-backs Developing a coach or advocate in every customer organisation pro-actively 4 Objectives and goals Where are you now? - how to establish your competitive position within an account Know how to set, monitor and track key objectives for accounts over the short, medium and long term Selling against the competition - developing both long- and short-term sales strategies 5 Feedback - building loyal and satisfied customers The correct way to manage customer expectations and create listening loops within an account How to monitor and track your customer's perception and satisfaction with your organisation Building a personalised satisfaction matrix for each account Customer review meetings - best practice in building loyalty by regular joint planning events Understanding the concept of long-term customer value and the importance of adapting a customer-focused attitude 6 Integration How to integrate your products or solutions with the customer's business needs and processes Spot and react to early warning signals that may cause an account's loyalty to fade, reduce revenue or switch to a competitor Developing a loyalty strategy for key accounts or groups of smaller accounts Getting your message and strategy across to C-level contacts 7 Teamwork Working with others to achieve your account goals Gaining internal commitment from your organisation Managing and working with a virtual team Creating cross-departmental communication loops 8 Putting it all together Personal account reviews Personal learning summary and action plans

Duration 4.125 Days 24.75 CPD hours This course is intended for The job roles best suited to the material in this course are: Managers or consultants involved in Environmental Management, Expert advisors seeking to master the implementation of an Environmental Management System, Individuals responsible for maintaining conformance with EMS requirements , EMS team members Overview Acknowledge the correlation between ISO 14001, ISO 14040 and other standards and regulatory frameworks Master the concepts, approaches, methods and techniques used for the implementation and effective management of an EMS Learn how to interpret the ISO 14001 requirements in the specific context of an organization Learn how to support an organization to effectively plan, implement, manage, monitor and maintain an EMS Acquire the expertise to advise an organization in implementing Environmental Management System best practices ISO 14001 Lead Implementer training enables you to develop the necessary expertise to support an organization in establishing, implementing, managing and maintaining an Environmental Management System (EMS) based on ISO 14001. During this training course, you will also gain a thorough understanding of the best practices of Environmental Management Systems, consequently reducing an organization?s negative environmental impacts and improving its overall performance and efficiency Introduction to ISO 14001 and initiation of an EMS Course objective and structure Standard and regulatory framework Environmental Management System (EMS) Fundamental principles of environmental management Initiating the EMS implementation Understanding the organization and clarifying the environmental objectives Analysis of the existing management system Plan the implementation of the EMS Leadership and approval of the EMS project EMS scope Policies for environmental management Risk assessment Definition of the organizational structure of environmental management Implementation of an EMS Definition of the document management process Design of controls and drafting of specific policies & procedures Communication plan Training and awareness plan Implementation of controls Incident Management Operations Management EMS monitoring, measurement, continuous improvement and preparation for certification audit Monitoring, measurement, analysis and evaluation Internal audit Management review Treatment of problems and non-conformities Continual improvement Preparing for the certification audit Competence and evaluation of implementers Closing the training

Duration 4.125 Days 24.75 CPD hours This course is intended for The job roles best suited to the material in this course are: Personnel responsible for maintaining and improving the quality of the products and services of the organization, Personnel responsible for meeting customer requirements, Consultants, advisors, professionals wishing to obtain in-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements for a QMS, Professionals wishing to acquaint themselves with PECB's IMS2 Methodology for implementing a QMS, Individuals responsible for maintaining the conformity of QMS to ISO 9001 requirements, Members of QMS implementation and operation teams, Individuals aspiring to pursue a career in quality management Overview Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of a quality management system (QMS) based on ISO 9001 Interpret the requirements of ISO 9001 for a QMS from the perspective of an implementer Initiate and plan the implementation of a QMS based on ISO 9001, by utilizing PECB's IMS2 Methodology and other best practices Support an organization in operating, maintaining, and continually improving a QMS based on ISO 9001 Prepare an organization to undergo a third-party certification audit The ISO 9001 aims to help you develop the competence necessary to establish, implement, operate, maintain, and continually improve a QMS. This training course aims to equip you with in-depth knowledge on ISO 9001 requirements, as well as the best practices and approaches used for the implementation and subsequent maintenance of a QMS. Introduction to ISO 9001 and the initiation of a QMS implementation Training course objectives and structure Overview of ISO, management systems, and ISO 9000 family Introduction to quality and QMS based on ISO 9001 Initiation of the QMS implementation Leadership and commitment Quality policy Roles, responsibilities, and authorities Implementation plan of a QMS Context of the organization QMS scope Actions to address risks and opportunities Quality objectives Change management Resources Competence Implementation of a QMS Awareness and communication Management of documented information Requirements for products and services Design and development of products and services Outsourcing Production and service provision Monitoring, measurement, analysis, and evaluation QMS monitoring, continual improvement, and preparation for the certification audit Internal audit Management reviews Nonconformities and corrective actions Continual improvement Preparation for the certification audit Closing of the training course Additional course details: Nexus Humans ISO 9001 Lead Implementer training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the ISO 9001 Lead Implementer course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.