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Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for business analysts. Overview After completing this course, you should be able to:Describe the benefits of implementing an Operational Decision Manager solution, and the collaboration that is required between the business and development teamsIdentify the main user roles that are involved in designing and developing an Operational Decision Manager solution, and the tasks that are associated with each roleExplain modeling concepts and the UML notation that is relevant to modeling for business rules and eventsDefine and implement object models for business rulesSet up the rule authoring environment in Designer by working with decision services and synchronizing across development and business environmentsCustomize the vocabulary that is used in rulesDiscover and analyze business rules for implementationUse the Operational Decision Manager rule editors to author business rules and decision tablesRun tests and simulations in the Decision Center Enterprise console to validate decision logic and rule changesExplain governance issues and work with Operational Decision Manager features that support decision governance This course introduces business analysts to IBM Operational Decision Manager V8.7.1. You learn the concepts and skills that are necessary to capture, author, validate, and manage business rules with Operational Decision Manager. Course Outline Course introduction Introducing IBM Operational Decision Manager V8.7.1 Exercise: Operational Decision Manager in action Modeling for business rules Exercise: Building the model on paper Exercise: Implementing the model Understanding decision services Exercise: Setting up a decision service Working with the BOM Exercise: Working with the BOM Introducing Decision Center Exercise: Exploring the Decision Center Business console Exercise: Exploring the Decision Center Enterprise console Introducing rule authoring Exercise: Understanding the case study Discovering and analyzing rules Exercise: Discovering rules Exercise: Analyzing rules Working with conditions in rules Exercise: Working with conditions in rules Working with definitions in rules Exercise: Working with definitions in rules Writing complete rules Exercise: Writing complete rules Authoring decision tables and trees Exercise: Authoring decision tables and trees Exercise: Authoring rules: Putting it all together Running tests and simulations in the Enterprise console Exercise: Running tests and simulations in the Enterprise console Introducing decision governance Exercise: Working with the decision governance framework Course summary

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Executives, Project Managers, Business Analysts, Business and IT stakeholders working with analysts, Quality and process engineers, technicians, corrective action coordinators or managers; supervisors, team leaders, and process operators; anyone who wants to improve their ability to solve recurring problems. Overview At the completion of this course, you should be able to:Identify the different types of tools and techniques availableApply change management successfullyReview what to look for when applying business case thinking to Root Cause AnalysisDevelop a process to systematically approach problems Problem determination skills cannot be acquired by reading a book. They mostly come from experience. After this course, you will have a general understanding of a structured problem determination approach, which you can then apply in your daily work. RCA Foundation Concepts and Objectives Section Learning Objectives Discuss Definitions ? IT Perspective Discuss What is a problem and why do they exist? Exercise 1a: Why is RCA important What is Root Cause? RCA Benefits and Approaches Exercise 1b: Why are multiple approaches important? Event and Casual Analysis Exercise 1c: Apply Event and Causal Analysis Event and Causal Analysis: Exercise 1c Worksheet RCA Tools for each approach Exercise 1D: Prepare for Case Study Section Summary and Conclusions Enhance Use of RCA Tools Why use a Particular Method Tool: Change Analysis Change Analysis Examples Exercise 2a: Apply Change Analysis Exercise 2b: Change Analysis Worksheet Tool: How to Resolve Conflict Tool: 5 Why?s Example Learning Management Problem Exercise 2b: Apply 5 Why?s Sequence-of-Events Exercise 2b: Worksheet Tool: Cause and Effect Exercise 2c: Apply Cause and Effect Exercise 2c: Cause and Effect Worksheet Tool: Fault Tree Analysis Why do we use Fault Tree Analysis? How does it work? Fault Tree Diagram Symbols Example #1 of FTA: Car Hits Object Exercise 2D: Apply Fault Tree Analysis Tool: Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) Example: Failure Modes and Effects Analysis Exercise 2E: Apply FMEA Tool: Design / Application Review Exercise 2d: Apply Design/Application Review Section summary & conclusions Problem Resolution & Prevention Section Objectives The Secret of Solving Problems A Note about Statistical Control A Note about Fire Fighting Technique: Business Process Mapping Example: IGOE Exercise 3A: Problem as IGOE Exercise 3A: IGOE Template Technique: Lean Six Sigma and DMAIC Lean Six Sigma Benefits Exercise 3B: Apply Lean Six Sigma Importance of Understanding the Business Process The Business Process Mandate Technique: Process Modeling Graphical Notation Standard (BPMN) What is Business Process Modeling Notation (BPMN)? Benefits of BPMN Basic Components of BPMN Exercise 3C: Use BPMN to Document a Current State Technique: Business Process Maturity Model Five Levels of Maturity Exercise 3D: Appraise Business Process Maturity Level Section Summary and Conclusions Capability Improvement for RCA Section Learning Objectives Steps in Disciplined Problem Solving RCA as a RCA Process Key RCA Role Considerations Exercise 4A: Apply RCA to RCA Process Sustainable RCA Improvement Organizational Units Process Area Goals, Practices Specific and General Practices Specific Practice Examples Software Maturity Survey Exercise 4B: Apply Strengths, Weakness, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) to RCA SWOT Analysis Worksheet Recognize the importance of the Change Management component in your RCA implementation Using the ADKAR Model to Communicate Change Review ADKAR© Model ? Awareness of the need for change Desire to participate and support the change Knowledge on how to change Ability to implement required skills and behaviors Reinforcement to sustain the change Exercise 4C: Create an Ability Checklist The ADKAR Model: Reinforcement Exercise 4D: Find two examples of how ADKAR will be different Section Summary and Conclusions Course Summary & Conclusions Plan the Proposal and Business Case Example: 1 Page Business Case Exercise 5A: Creating Action Plans Resource Guide Questions Additional course details: Nexus Humans BA17 - Advanced Root Cause Analysis 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 BA17 - Advanced Root Cause Analysis 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 This course is designed for data analysts, business intelligence specialists, developers, system architects, and database administrators. Overview Skills gained in this training include:The features that Pig, Hive, and Impala offer for data acquisition, storage, and analysisThe fundamentals of Apache Hadoop and data ETL (extract, transform, load), ingestion, and processing with HadoopHow Pig, Hive, and Impala improve productivity for typical analysis tasksJoining diverse datasets to gain valuable business insightPerforming real-time, complex queries on datasets Cloudera University?s four-day data analyst training course focusing on Apache Pig and Hive and Cloudera Impala will teach you to apply traditional data analytics and business intelligence skills to big data. Hadoop Fundamentals The Motivation for Hadoop Hadoop Overview Data Storage: HDFS Distributed Data Processing: YARN, MapReduce, and Spark Data Processing and Analysis: Pig, Hive, and Impala Data Integration: Sqoop Other Hadoop Data Tools Exercise Scenarios Explanation Introduction to Pig What Is Pig? Pig?s Features Pig Use Cases Interacting with Pig Basic Data Analysis with Pig Pig Latin Syntax Loading Data Simple Data Types Field Definitions Data Output Viewing the Schema Filtering and Sorting Data Commonly-Used Functions Processing Complex Data with Pig Storage Formats Complex/Nested Data Types Grouping Built-In Functions for Complex Data Iterating Grouped Data Multi-Dataset Operations with Pig Techniques for Combining Data Sets Joining Data Sets in Pig Set Operations Splitting Data Sets Pig Troubleshoot & Optimization Troubleshooting Pig Logging Using Hadoop?s Web UI Data Sampling and Debugging Performance Overview Understanding the Execution Plan Tips for Improving the Performance of Your Pig Jobs Introduction to Hive & Impala What Is Hive? What Is Impala? Schema and Data Storage Comparing Hive to Traditional Databases Hive Use Cases Querying with Hive & Impala Databases and Tables Basic Hive and Impala Query Language Syntax Data Types Differences Between Hive and Impala Query Syntax Using Hue to Execute Queries Using the Impala Shell Data Management Data Storage Creating Databases and Tables Loading Data Altering Databases and Tables Simplifying Queries with Views Storing Query Results Data Storage & Performance Partitioning Tables Choosing a File Format Managing Metadata Controlling Access to Data Relational Data Analysis with Hive & Impala Joining Datasets Common Built-In Functions Aggregation and Windowing Working with Impala How Impala Executes Queries Extending Impala with User-Defined Functions Improving Impala Performance Analyzing Text and Complex Data with Hive Complex Values in Hive Using Regular Expressions in Hive Sentiment Analysis and N-Grams Conclusion Hive Optimization Understanding Query Performance Controlling Job Execution Plan Bucketing Indexing Data Extending Hive SerDes Data Transformation with Custom Scripts User-Defined Functions Parameterized Queries Choosing the Best Tool for the Job Comparing MapReduce, Pig, Hive, Impala, and Relational Databases Which to Choose?

Overview 2 day course on scorecards, rating agency frameworks, regulation and integration and quantification of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) analysis into equity and credit investing / lending for / to corporates, banks and other financial institutions, applied to many case study companies and industries Who the course is for Investors and analysts – equity and credit; public and private Bank loan officers M&A advisors Restructuring advisors Course Content To learn more about the day by day course content please click here To learn more about schedule, pricing & delivery options, book a meeting with a course specialist now

Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for Data Modelers Overview Please refer to course overview This offering provides participants with introductory to advanced knowledge of metadata modeling concepts, and how to model metadata for predictable reporting and analysis results using IBM Cognos Framework Manager. Participants will learn the full scope of the metadata modeling process, from initial project creation, to publishing of metadata to the web, enabling end users to easily author reports and analyze data. Introduction to IBM Cognos Framework Manager Model data and identifying related data Define requirements and modeling strategies Overview of IBM Cognos Framework Manager Create a baseline project Extend a model Prepare reusable metadata Model for predictable results in IBM Cognos Framework Manager Identify query issues Identify reporting traps Model virtual star schemas Use query subjects, modify relationships, and consolidate metadata using virtual objects Create calculations, filter data, and customize metadata for runtime Implement a time dimension and specify determinants Model for presentation in IBM Cognos Framework Manager Create a presentation view Examine data source query subject types and stored procedure query subject types Specify data security and package security Specify object security and dynamic data security Create analysis objects Manage OLAP data sources Advanced capabilities in IBM Cognos Framework Manager Explore SQL generation and the use of governors Examine the use of IBM Cognos SQL and generated SQL for DMR data Other query considerations Use session parameters, prompt macros, and security macro functions Use materialized views, minimize SQL, and enable Dynamic Query Mode (DQM) DQM, CQM, caching metadata, query processing, aggregate calculation, and other ways to improve performance Extended capabilities in IBM Cognos Framework Manager Perform basic maintenance and management on a model Remap metadata to another source and import and link additional data sources Run scripts to automate or update a model and report on a model Segment a project, link a project, and branch a model Nest packages and specify package languages and functions Explore additional modeling techniques and customize metadata for a multilingual audience Additional course details: Nexus Humans B6252 IBM Cognos Framework Manager: Design Metadata Models v11.1.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 B6252 IBM Cognos Framework Manager: Design Metadata Models v11.1.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.

Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for Data Modelers Overview Please refer to course overview This offering provides participants with introductory to advanced knowledge of metadata modeling concepts, and how to model metadata for predictable reporting and analysis results using Framework Manager. Participants will learn the full scope of the metadata modeling process, from initial project creation, to publishing of metadata to the web, enabling end users to easily author reports and analyze data. Introduction to IBM Cognos Framework Manager Model data and identifying related data Define requirements and modeling strategies Overview of IBM Cognos Framework Manager Create a baseline project Extend a model Prepare reusable metadata Model for predictable results in IBM Cognos Framework Manager Identify query issues Identify reporting traps Model virtual star schemas Use query subjects, modify relationships, and consolidate metadata using virtual objects Create calculations, filter data, and customize metadata for runtime Implement a time dimension and specify determinants Model for presentation in IBM Cognos Framework Manager Create a presentation view Examine data source query subject types and stored procedure query subject types Specify data security and package security Specify object security and dynamic data security Create analysis objects Manage OLAP data sources Advanced capabilities in IBM Cognos Framework Manager Explore SQL generation and the use of governors Examine the use of IBM Cognos SQL and generated SQL for DMR data Other query considerations Use session parameters, prompt macros, and security macro functions Use materialized views, minimize SQL, and enable Dynamic Query Mode (DQM) DQM, CQM, caching metadata, query processing, aggregate calculation, and other ways to improve performance Extended capabilities in IBM Cognos Framework Manager (Optional) Perform basic maintenance and management on a model Remap metadata to another source and import and link additional data sources Run scripts to automate or update a model and report on a model Segment a project, link a project, and branch a model Nest packages and specify package languages and functions Explore additional modeling techniques and customize metadata for a multilingual audience Additional course details: Nexus Humans B6152 IBM Cognos Framework Manager - Design Metadata Models v11.0.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 B6152 IBM Cognos Framework Manager - Design Metadata Models v11.0.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.

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Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for the person who has responsibility for daily system operations. Overview Send, display, and respond to messages Use the online help and reference materials Monitor and control job queues, active jobs, and output queues Create and change user profiles Use authorization lists and group profiles Start and stop Power Systems with IBM i Manage system devices, user display stations, and printers Save and restore objects and libraries Monitor job and history logs Diagnose a system problem Order, receive, and install PTFs This course enables a new system operator to develop basic to intermediate level skills needed for day-to-day operations of the Power System with IBM i Power Systems and IBM i concepts and overview . Reference material and support . Overview of 5250 emulation and help . Overview of System i Navigator . Overview of IBM Navigator for i . Messaging concepts . Messaging with 5250 emulation . Messaging with System i Navigator . Messaging with IBM Navigator for i . CL command concepts . CL commands with 5250 emulation . Concepts: Object, library, and the IFS . Object management with 5250 emulation . Object management with System i Navigator . Object management with IBM Navigator for i . Introduction to work management . Work management with 5250 emulation . Job control with 5250 emulation . Job control with System i Navigator . Job control with IBM Navigator for i . Print concepts . Print control with 5250 emulation . Print control with System i Navigator . Print control with IBM Navigator for i . Starting and stopping the system . System security concepts . System security with 5250 emulation . System security with System i Navigator . System security with IBM Navigator for i . System configuration overview . Configuration with 5250 emulation . Configuration with System i Navigator . Configuration with IBM Navigator for i . Save concepts . Save with 5250 emulation . Save with System i Navigator . Save with IBM Navigator for i . Restore concepts and overview . Problem determination with 5250 emulation . Problem determination with System i Navigator . Overview of the PTF process . PTFs with 5250 Emulation . Class summary . Additional course details: Nexus Humans AS24 IBM System Operator Workshop for IBM i 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 AS24 IBM System Operator Workshop for IBM i 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 The audience includes System administrators, IT administrators, Maintenance personnel, Procurement personnel, Inventory personnel, Asset managers and work managers. The audience also includes consultants that are looking to gain an understanding of Maximo Asset Management 7.6.x. Overview After completing this course, you should be able to perform the following tasks: Describe the Asset Management Lifecycle in Maximo Query and Retrieve Data Describe options available for various applications Describe and use the different Maximo applications and functions as they relate to business processes Enter core data elements and data structures This course helps clients to make informed business decisions with the design and planning of their implementation. Consultants gain a foundation on which to build their product knowledge and skill set. The foundation also helps in working with clients to obtain optimal value from the product. It provides the fundamental concepts and setup considerations of the various business areas that Maximo supports and, as a bonus section, the new Work Center functionality. This course consists of lectures, demonstrations, and labs that cover applications, processes and interrelationships within Maximo. IBM Maximo Asset Management Overview This unit provides a high-level overview of IBM Maximo Asset Management framework architecture and its key element and components. You learn about strategic asset management with IBM Maximo Asset Management to manage assets through their life cycle. You also discuss implementation considerations and system configuration as they pertain to integrations, reporting, and business processes. Item Planning and Setup This unit focuses on the planning and setup of inventory item and asset configurations. You use the applications to set up inventory items and asset configurations in Maximo. Assets This unit focuses on the creation of assets and how they are used in Maximo Asset Management. You will learn the applications that can create assets, associate assets to people and locations and learn how to move assets between locations. Work Management This unit focuses on learning to use Maximo for work management with the generation and processing of work orders to completion. This unit will include the new Work Centers that came available in Maximo 7.6.0.5. Work Centers are made available for Business Analyst, Supervisors and Workers complete the work order tasks. We will also look at the new Inspection Form tool. Purchasing This unit focuses on learning to use Maximo for procurement, starting with generating purchase requests, then processing them, and completing them. Developer and System Administration Each lesson in this unit focuses on different aspects of entering records into the database. This unit is also an overview of the different applications and setup options that are available with IBM Maximo Asset Management. The focus is on using applications that are primarily used for building (setting up) the database. Additional course details: Nexus Humans U5TR572 - IBM Maximo Asset Management Fundamentals v7.6.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 U5TR572 - IBM Maximo Asset Management Fundamentals v7.6.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.

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for The course will likely be attended by SQL Server report creators who are interested in alternative methods of presenting data. Overview After completing this course, students will be able to: ? Perform Power BI desktop data transformation. ? Describe Power BI desktop modelling. ? Create a Power BI desktop visualization. ? Implement the Power BI service. ? Describe how to connect to Excel data. ? Describe how to collaborate with Power BI data. ? Connect directly to data stores. ? Describe the Power BI developer API. ? Describe the Power BI mobile app. The main purpose of the course is to give students a good understanding of data analysis with Power BI. The course includes creating visualizations, the Power BI Service, and the Power BI Mobile App. Introduction to Self-Service BI Solutions Introduction to business intelligence Introduction to data analysis Introduction to data visualization Overview of self-service BI Considerations for self-service BI Microsoft tools for self-service BI Lab : Exploring an Enterprise BI solution Introducing Power BI Power BI The Power BI service Lab : Creating a Power BI dashboard Power BI Using Excel as a data source for Power BI The Power BI data model Using databases as a data source for Power BI The Power BI service Lab : Importing data into Power BI Shaping and Combining Data Power BI desktop queries Shaping data Combining data Lab : Shaping and combining data Modelling data Relationships DAX queries Calculations and measures Lab : Modelling Data Interactive Data Visualizations Creating Power BI reports Managing a Power BI solution Lab : Creating a Power BI report Direct Connectivity Cloud data Connecting to analysis services Lab : Direct Connectivity Developer API The developer API Custom visuals Lab : Using the developer API Power BI mobile app The Power BI mobile app Using the Power BI mobile app Power BI embedded