This very practical one-day IACCM-approved programme enables participants to manage the process of commercial contracting and contract management effectively and efficiently to ensure value for money, improved service, and appropriate relationships. It covers a wide range of contract types in terms of risk and value. The programme empowers participants with the tools and techniques needed to collaborate with all key stakeholders. By the end of the programme participants will be able to: Understand the total process of managing contracts Exploit opportunities to extract even more added value Develop appropriate relationships with contractors Understand and use a range of contracting strategies and options Measure and improve contract performance Understand the impact of legislation on contract performance 1 Welcome Introductions Aims and objectives Plan for the day 2 Contract management An overview of the contracting process, mapping the 'territory' 3 Contract managers Skills Knowledge Attributes Responsibilities 4 Critical success factors Defining successful outcomes Effective stakeholder engagement Creating a shared vision of the outcomes 5 Placing contracts How to develop an effective specification and scope of work documents How to develop a robust contracting strategy Appropriate types of contract 6 Customers and stakeholders Customer and stakeholder analysis Managing expectations and the 'shared vision' concept to ensure customer co-operation, satisfaction, and delight 7 Working with suppliers Creating and developing commercial relationships Types of relationship How to manage difficult relationships Contractor motivational issues How to use incentives 8 Negotiation and related skills Introduction to key negotiation skills Persuading and influencing skills to work with stakeholders to improve outcomes for all 9 Dealing with change Claims and variations How to challenge contractor claims and requests for variations by making use of contractual terms Specifications to prevent false claims 10 Performance improvement How to measure and improve contractor performance Developing KPI systems Using contractual terms and conditions and basic legal principles 11 Contract close The importance of effective contract close processes 12 Close Review of key learning points Personal action planning
This five-day programme empowers participants with the skills and knowledge to understand and effectively apply best practice commercial and contracting principles and techniques, ensuring better contractor performance and greater value add. This is an assessed programme, leading to the International Association for Contracts & Commercial Management (IACCM)'s coveted Contract and Commercial Management Practitioner (CCMP) qualification. By the end of this comprehensive programme the participants will be able to: Develop robust contracting plans, including scopes of work and award strategies Undertake early market engagements to maximise competition Conduct effective contracting and commercial management activities, including ITT, RFP, negotiated outcomes Understand the legalities of contract and commercial management Negotiate effectively with key stakeholders and clients, making use of the key skills of persuading and influencing to optimise outcomes Undertake effective Supplier Relationship Management Appreciate the implications of national and organisational culture on contracting and commercial activities Appreciate professional contract management standards Set up and maintain contract and commercial management governance systems Take a proactive, collaborative, and agile approach to managing commercial contracts Develop and monitor appropriate and robust KPIs and SLAs to manage the contractor and facilitate improved contractor performance Appreciate the cross-functional nature of contract management Collaborate with clients to deliver sustainable performance and to manage and exceed client expectations Understand the roles and responsibilities of contract and commercial managers Use effective contractor selection and award methods and models (including the 10Cs model) and use these models to prepare robust propositions to clients Make effective use of lessons learned to promote improvements from less than optimal outcomes, using appropriate templates Effectively manage the process of change, claims, variations, and dispute resolution Develop and present robust propositions Make appropriate use of best practice contract and commercial management tools, techniques, and templates DAY ONE 1 Introduction Aims Objectives KPIs Learning strategies Plan for the programme 2 The contracting context Key objectives of contract management Importance and impact on the business 3 Critical success factors Essential features of professional commercial and contract management and administration The 6-step model 4 Putting the 'management' into commercial and contract management Traditional v 'new age' models The need for a commercial approach The added value generated 5 Definitions 'Commercial management' 'Contract management' 'Contracting' ... and why have formal contracts? 6 Stakeholders Stakeholder mapping and analysis The 'shared vision' concept Engaging with key functions, eg, HSE, finance, operations 7 Roles and responsibilities Contract administrators Stakeholders 8 Strategy and planning Developing effective contracting plans and strategies DAY TWO 1 Contract control Tools and techniques, including CPA and Gantt charts A project management approach Developing effective contract programmes 2 The contracting context Key objectives of contract management Importance and impact on the business 3 Tendering Overview of the contracting cycle Requirement to tender Methods Rationale Exceptions Steps Gateways Controls One and two package bids 4 Tender assessment and contract award I - framework Tender board procedures Role of the tender board (including minor and major tender boards) Membership Administration Developing robust contract award strategies and presentations DAY THREE 1 Tender assessment and contract award II - processes Pre-qualification processes CRS Vendor registration rules and processes Creating bidder lists Disqualification criteria Short-listing Using the 10Cs model Contract award and contract execution processes 2 Minor works orders Process Need for competition Role and purpose Controls Risks 3 Contract strategy Types of contract Call-offs Framework agreements Price agreements Supply agreements 4 Contract terms I: Pricing structures Lump sum Unit price Cost plus Time and materials Alternative methods Target cost Gain share contracts Advance payments Price escalation clauses 5 Contract terms II: Other financial clauses Insurance Currencies Parent body guarantees Tender bonds Performance bonds Retentions Sub-contracting Termination Invoicing 6 Contract terms III: Risk and reward Incentive contracts Management and mitigation of contractual risk DAY FOUR 1 Contract terms IV: Jurisdiction and related matters Applicable laws and regulations Registration Commercial registry Commercial agencies 2 Managing the client-contractor relationship Types of relationship Driving forces Link between type of contract and style of relationships Motivation - use of incentives and remedies 3 Disputes Types of dispute Conflict resolution strategies Negotiation Mediation Arbitration DAY FIVE 1 Performance measurement KPIs Benchmarking Cost controls Validity of savings Balanced scorecards Using the KPI template 2 Personal qualities of the contract manager Negotiation Communication Persuasion and influencing Working in a matrix environment 3 Contract terms V: Drafting skills Drafting special terms 4 Variations Contract and works variation orders Causes of variations Risk management Controls Prevention Negotiation with contractors 5 Claims Claims management processes Controls Risk mitigation Schedules of rates 6 Close-out Contract close-out and acceptance / completion HSE Final payments Performance evaluation Capturing the learning 7 Close Review Final assessment Next steps
Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Individuals preparing for the Cisco Customer Success ManagerSpecialist certification Individuals who have experience working with customers to determine, measure, and deliver business outcomes through the implementation of technology Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Describe the role of the Customer Success Manager Describe the tools that the Customer Success Manager uses to ensure customer experience Describe the lifecycle approach to customer experience The Cisco Customer Success Manager (DTCSM) v2.2 course gives you the confidence and competence to fulfill the Customer Success Manager (CSM) role successfully, helping your customers realize value from their solutions and achieve their business outcomes. The course offers experiential learning through practical exercises using situations based on real-life use cases and case studies. In this highly interactive course, you can practice and gain confidence in fulfilling core tasks using best-practice tools and methodologies while receiving feedback from the facilitator and your peers.This course is based on understanding the customer lifecycle and how to optimize that journey, increasing the value realized by the customer, and maximizing your likelihood to maintain their loyalty and renew or expand their business opportunities. The course helps you prepare for the 820-605 Cisco Customer Success Manager (CSM) exam. By passing this exam, you earn the Cisco Customer Success Manager Specialist certification. Course Outline Transition to Subscription Economy Customer and Industry Trends Defining Customer Success and the CSM Role Engaging the Customer for Success Engaging the Customer for Success Addressing Barriers Customer Success Management Activities Success Plan Elements Customer Success Management Activities Additional course details: Nexus Humans Cisco Customer Success Manager v2.2 (DTCSM) 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 Cisco Customer Success Manager v2.2 (DTCSM) 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 This course is ideal for developers, engineers, and others including: Cloud administrators Cloud solution architects Customer sales engineers DevOps engineers Sales engineers Systems engineers Technical solutions architects Overview After you complete this course the learner will be able to meet these overall objectives: Describe the Cisco CloudCenter solution, architecture, and features Discover the enterprise-class security solution for IT organizations and cloud service providers Discover how the CloudCenter Suite adapters can be leveraged to build custom integrations with a variety of enterprise platforms and services Discover the integrations and APIs that can be performed from Action Orchestrator CLDAO, Mulitcloud Automation and Orchestration with Cisco CloudCenter Suite is a 3-day course that teaches you how to configure simplified orchestration and workflow automation that provides seamless integration within the Cisco© CloudCenter suite. Through lessons and hands-on experiences, you will learn to use the tools of the CloudCenter Suite to streamline business processes, automate tasks, and increase efficiency in business processes.This course will help you:Acquire the advanced skills and techniques using the primary modules of workload manager, cost optimizer and action orchestrator for consistent experiences across all business environmentsLearn how to design and deploy applications that are delivered consistently and reliably across private and public clouds Introducing Cisco CloudCenter Suite Action Orchestrator Cisco CloudCenter Suite Architecture Defining Action Orchestrator User Management and Security Considerations Cisco CloudCenter Suite User Management and Security Defining Cisco CloudCenter Suite Action Orchestrator Adapters Action Orchestrator Adapter Creation Examining Action Orchestrator Integrations and Supported APIs Cisco CloudCenter Suite Action Orchestrator APIs Additional course details: Nexus Humans Cisco Multicloud Automation and Orchestration with Cisco CloudCenter Suite (CLDAO) 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 Cisco Multicloud Automation and Orchestration with Cisco CloudCenter Suite (CLDAO) 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 primary audience for this course is as follows: IT Staff and Managers Network and systems personnel and engineers Small to mid-sized organizations that require fundamental knowledge on networking terms/concepts and configuration guidance for Meraki equipment. This also includes organizations looking to implement remote sites, provide a guest wireless solution, and collect user analytics. Overview Following completion of this course, students will understand, Install, Configure, Monitor, and Troubleshoot the following: Navigate and Configure the dashboard Add MX/MR/MS/MV devices to the Dashboard Understand and Configure Configuration Templates Understand and Configure Group Policies Manage/Configure/Integrate Users and Radius Policies Configure, Monitor, and Troubleshoot MR Access Points Monitor Meraki Network Health Troubleshoot devices and Connectivity This 3-day Cisco course provide students with the skills to configure, optimize, and troubleshoot a Cisco Meraki solution. Students will learn how to install and optimize Meraki MR Access Points. Students will also learn how to configure the Meraki Dashboard, troubleshoot and configure the Meraki environment and learn how to diagnose and resolve user and Network issues that may arise. Introduction to Meraki The Meraki Mission Cisco Meraki: Bringing the Cloud to Enterprise Networks Cloud-Managed Networking Architecture Benefits of a Cloud-Based Solution The Meraki Full Stack: New and Unique Value Proposition Meraki Deployment ? How it works Why Customers Choose Meraki Meraki MS Switches Overview Meraki MX Security Appliances Overview Meraki SD-WAN Overview Meraki MR Wireless Access Points Overview Cisco Meraki Systems Manager Overview Cisco Meraki MV Vision Security Cameras Overview Meraki API Overview Meraki Licensing Enterprise Support Cisco Meraki Documentation Cloud Management with the Meraki Dashboard The Meraki Dashboard Dashboard: Organizational Structure Out-of-band Cloud Management Loss of Connectivity to the Cisco Meraki Cloud Meraki Dashboard Logins Create Dashboard Accounts and Organization MSP Logins - Manage Multiple Organizations Modify an Organization View Organizations Health Meraki Dashboard Best Practices Dashboard Search Meraki Help Organizational Wide Settings Configure Monitor Create and Manage Configuration Templates Network-Wide Settings Configure Meraki MR Wireless Meraki MR Wireless Overview Meraki 2.5G Multigigabit (MGig) Wireless Meraki Mesh Routing Meraki?s solution for RF Environments Securing Guest Wireless Bluetooth Integrated Analytics Meraki Location Heatmap High Density Wireless Zero-Touch Provisioning for Wireless Dedicated Scanning Radio for Rouges and Interference Mounting indoor and Outdoor Antennas Meraki MR Licensing IEEE 802.11 Wireless LAN Standards Site Survey & Design for ensuring connectivity and user experience Meraki AP Models Overview Configuring Meraki APs Configuring SSIDs Firewall & Traffic Shaping Configuration for Wireless Monitoring Meraki APs Trouble Shooting
Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for It is essential information for beginning IT Asset Managers and other IT professionals involved in asset management, resource budgeting, finance, software licensing, contract management and strategic planning. Overview During this course, students learn best practices in Software Asset Management Reducing Risk Increasing Accountability Uncovering Savings Gaining Control of the IT Environment The IAITAM Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM) Course is a foundational education program that ensures students are able to manage software assets. Students also learn about the ever-changing variables throughout our industry. From software piracy and compliance issues to legislation and organizational challenges, it is necessary to evaluate both the internal and external influences that bring about change in how organizations manage their IT assets. A successful Software Asset Manager must look at the overall goals of the organization and determine where Software Asset Management will be a strategic influence in achieving those goals. This course also includes the exam for CSAM certification. Course Outline The Scope of Software Strategic License Management Software Harvesting License Documentation The Right to Audit Proactive vs. Reactive SAM Developing Goals Savings Opportunities ITAM Compliance Audit Letter Examples of License Data Documentation Compliance Enforcement Understanding the EULA Due Diligence for Compliance The Art of Negotiation Ts & Cs Advice ITAM Automation Selecting a Discovery Tool ITAM Repository Hardware & Organizational Impacts Additional course details: Nexus Humans Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM) 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 Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM) 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 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This class is designed for administrators preparing to take the Salesforce Marketing Cloud Administrator exam who are able to configure Marketing Cloud products using industry and product best practices. You should be generally familiar with data structure in subscriber data management. You should also be able to thoroughly navigate Setup, troubleshoot account configuration, and manage user requests. Overview When you complete this course, you will be able to: Recall exam objectives. Discuss product features and functionality covered on the exam. Assess your exam readiness by answering practice questions. Familiarize yourself with additional resources necessary to prepare for the exam. Take the next step in your career and become a Salesforce Certified Marketing Cloud Administrator. In this 1-day, expert-led certification prep class, boost your exam readiness with a detailed exam overview, exam resources, and practice exam questions to test your knowledge. This course includes a voucher to sit for the Salesforce Marketing Cloud Administrator exam. Course Outline Exam Overview Digital Marketing Proficiency Review Governance and Compliance in Relation to Digital Marketing Review Security Best Practices for Date, Permissions, and PII Review Marketing Cloud Product Inventory and Offerings Subscriber Data Management Review the Contact Model Review Data Quality Evaluation Review Preference and Profile Center Setup Review Business Units, Users, and Security Configuration Review Integrations Configuration Review Features in Setup Home Review Marketing Cloud Extension Products Channel Management Review Mobile Studio Configuration Review Email Studio Configuration Review Social Studio and Advertising Configuration Review Journey Builder Concepts and Use Cases Maintenance Review Data Extraction and Report Generation Solutions Review Monitoring and System Availability Review Additional Marketing Cloud Product Benefits Practice Exam and Wrap-up Complete a Practice Exam Review Next Steps
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: Project managers and consultants involved in business continuity Expert advisors seeking to master the implementation of the business continuity management system Individuals responsible to maintain conformity with BCMS requirements within an organization Members of the BCMS team Overview Understand the concepts, approaches, methods, and techniques used for the implementation and effective management of a BCMS. Learn how to interpret and implement the requirements of ISO 22301 in the specific context of an organization. Understand the operation of the business continuity management system and its processes based on ISO 22301. Learn how to interpret and implement the requirements of ISO 22301 in the specific context of an organization. No two disasters in the world cause equal damage. Between the unpredictability of natural disasters, information security breaches, and incidents of different nature, preparedness can make you stand out in the crowd and predict the future of your business. In light of this, proper planning is essential to mitigating risks, avoiding consequences, coping with the negative effects of disasters and incidents, but at the same time, continuing your daily operations so that customer needs do not remain unfulfilled.This training course will prepare its participants to implement a business continuity management system (BCMS) in compliance with the requirements of ISO 22301. Attending this training course allows you to gain a comprehensive understanding of the best practices of the business continuity management system and to be able to establish a framework that allows the organization to continue operating efficiently during disruptive events Introduction to ISO 22301 and initiation of a BCMS Training course objectives and structure Standards and regulatory frameworks Business continuity management system (BCMS) Fundamental business continuity concepts and principles Initiation of the BCMS implementation Understanding the organization and its context BCMS scope Implementation plan of a BCMS Leadership and commitment Business continuity policy Risks, opportunities, and business continuity objectives Support for the BCMS Business impact analysis Risk assessment Implementation of a BCMS Business continuity strategies and solutions Business continuity plans and procedures Incident response and emergency response Crisis management Exercise programs Monitoring, measurement, analysis, and evaluation Internal audit BCMS monitoring, continual improvement, and preparation for the certification audi Management review Treatment of nonconformities Continual improvement Preparation for the certification audit Closing of the training course
Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for After taking this course, you should be able to: Describe cloud architecture, administration, and licensing Understand hardware and features of all product families Implement best practices for troubleshooting and when to contact support Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Implement core configurations for a full stack solution in the Meraki Dashboard Deploy foundational Meraki product features to meet basic IT requirements Understand and leverage essential Meraki Dashboard tools for troubleshooting The Engineering Cisco Meraki Solutions Part 1 (ECMS1) v2.1 is an introductory course that equips you with the technical knowledge and skills to confidently operate Cisco Meraki solutions as a unified management system of an entire network from a centralized dashboard. Through a full day of instruction including live demos and guided lab practice, you will learn how to implement core configurations for a full stack solution in the Meraki Dashboard and leverage essential Meraki Dashboard tools to enforce device security policies, deploy software and apps, and perform remote, live troubleshooting on managed devices. This is the first of two courses that prepare you for the Cisco Meraki Solutions Specialist certification exam. Describing the Cloud and the Cisco Meraki Dashboard Single Pane of Glass Management Cisco Meraki Full Stack Capabilities Describing Cisco Meraki Products and Administration Cisco Meraki MX Security and SD-WAN Appliance Cisco Meraki MS Switches Describing Cisco Meraki Troubleshooting Cisco Meraki Dashboard Sync and Real-Time Tools Integration of Cisco Meraki Monitoring and Troubleshooting Tools in Existing Systems
Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for Cisco Unified Communications system channel partners and resellers who are responsible for deployment and application engineering for Cisco Unified Contact Center Express customers, System and technical support engineers, Day 1 and Day 2 support personnel, and Customers deploying and maintaining Cisco Unified CCX Overview Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to create utilize advanced techniques in scripting and Cisco Unified CCX functionality The student will explore advanced techniques in scripting and Cisco Unified CCX functionality. During this five day class students will use advanced scripting to implement features that extend the functionality of Cisco Unified CCX. Cisco Unified CCX Overview Components of the Cisco Unified CCX Environment. Gateways. Routers. Cisco Unified Communications Manager. Cisco Unified CCX. Script Editor. Cisco Finesse. Cisco Unified Intelligence Center. Cisco Unified CCX Agent. External Servers. Cisco Unified CCX System Cluster Components. Engine. Database Server. Call Flow Terms. The Call Flow. The Debug Process Reactive. Non-Reactive Prompt Recording Utilities Prompt Recorder Emergency Message Recorder Basic ACD Routing Review Script Steps used in a Simple ACD Routing Script. Resource Group Routing. Defining the Contact Service Queue. Create a Simple ACD routing script Common Scripting Concepts Prompt Management. Using the Default Script. Terminating a Call and Ending a Script. Abandon Rates. Exception Handling. Script Interruptions. Check Agent Availability before and after entering queue. Using Java Methods for Holiday and Time of Day routing Accessing an External Database Database architecture and supported databases. Setting up the Database Subsystem. Using Database script steps Skills Based Routing Appling skills to agents. Defining the Contact Service Queue. Specifying the CSQ in the Script Advanced ACD Routing Overflow Routing. When to Overflow. How to get the Data Needed for Making Decisions. Describe Methods of Overflowing Basic ACD Callback Options Setup the Email Subsystem. Script for Email Notification. Script for Leaving a Recorded Message. Script for Callback when Queue Times have Decreased Enterprise Data and Session Management Define Enterprise Data in Cisco Finesse. Define a Call Variable Layout in Cisco Finesse. Define ECC Variables in the script editor. Set Enterprise Data in the script. Define Session Management. Setup Session Management. Use Session Management to Pass Variable Information Between Scripts Advanced ACD Callback Options Leave Queued Message with an Option for Callback. Scheduled Callback