What do engineers and project managers need to know of finance? 'Nothing - leave it to the accountants!' No, no, no! Engineers must be conversant with the terminology and statements that accountants use. Technical expertise in projects, service delivery, production or other areas can only really be harnessed if the managers understand the accounting and reporting that drives businesses. This course gives the necessary understanding to project, production and technical managers. It develops their skills in understanding financial and management accounting. Accountants may not always like it but a major part of their work is to be the 'servants of business' and to gather, compile and present your figures. So you must understand the figures - they belong to you, your processes or projects. There are many reasons for maintaining accurate accounts. This course focuses on the strategic issues (those over-used words) - what figures reveal about the drivers of business and what they reveal about the day-to-day issues that accountants bother you with. The course will enhance your understanding of finance and of the accounting issues which affect your projects, production and technical areas of business. This course will help you: Understand the business world in figures - make sense of what the accountants are telling you Appreciate what drives business - and how this affects your role in your part of the business Relate your activities to the success of the business - through figures Gain the skills to advance in management - financial awareness is a 'must have' if you are to progress in your career 1 What do accountants do? The finance function, types of accountant, financial v management accounting and the treasury function Understanding the role of the finance function and how the information you provide may be used 2 The basic financial statements Balance sheets and income statements (P&L accounts) What they are, what they contain and above all what they can reveal - how to read them The accounting process - from transactions to financial statements What underpins the statements - accounting systems and internal controls 3 Why be in business - from a financial perspective The driving forces behind financial information Performance measures - profitability, asset utilisation, sales and throughput, managing capital expenditure 4 Accounting rules - accounting standards Accounting concepts and the accounting rules: accruals, 'going concern' - substance over form and other 'desirable qualities' Accruals - why the timing of a transaction is so important to the finance function Depreciation and amortisation - the concepts and practice Accounting standards - the role of International Financial Reporting Standards 5 Cash The importance of cash flow - working capital management Cash flow statements - monitoring overall cash flows Raising cash - levels of borrowing, gearing Spending cash - an outline of capital expenditure appraisal 6 Budgeting Why budget? - good and bad practice Determining why budgets play a key role and should not be simply an annual ritual Justifying your budgets - the link between the strategic plan and day-to-day budgeting - alignment of company culture Budgets as motivators - the importance of the right culture Techniques to improve budgeting - whether day-to-day or capital budgeting 7 Costing The type and detail of costing very much depends on your business - eg, manufacturing piston rings is quite different from the construction of a power plant Issues with overhead allocation Accounting for R&D 8 Reading financial statements Annual financial statements - why they are produced, what's in them and what you should look for Learning what a set of accounts reveals about a company's current situation, profitability and future prospects 9 Performance measurement - analytical reviews and ratio analysis ROI/ROCE Profitability, margins and cost control Sales - asset turnover Efficiency (asset / stock turnover, debtor / creditor days) 'City' measures Investment (interest / dividend cover, earnings per share, dividend yield)
Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for This introductory-level course is intended for Business Analysts and Data Analysts (or anyone else in the data science realm) who are already comfortable working with numerical data in Excel or other spreadsheet environments. No prior programming experience is required, and a browser is the only tool necessary for the course. Overview This course is approximately 50% hands-on, combining expert lecture, real-world demonstrations and group discussions with machine-based practical labs and exercises. Our engaging instructors and mentors are highly experienced practitioners who bring years of current 'on-the-job' experience into every classroom. Throughout the hands-on course students, will learn to leverage Python scripting for data science (to a basic level) using the most current and efficient skills and techniques. Working in a hands-on learning environment, guided by our expert team, attendees will learn about and explore (to a basic level): How to work with Python interactively in web notebooks The essentials of Python scripting Key concepts necessary to enter the world of Data Science via Python This course introduces data analysts and business analysts (as well as anyone interested in Data Science) to the Python programming language, as it?s often used in Data Science in web notebooks. This goal of this course is to provide students with a baseline understanding of core concepts that can serve as a platform of knowledge to follow up with more in-depth training and real-world practice. An Overview of Python Why Python? Python in the Shell Python in Web Notebooks (iPython, Jupyter, Zeppelin) Demo: Python, Notebooks, and Data Science Getting Started Using variables Builtin functions Strings Numbers Converting among types Writing to the screen Command line parameters Flow Control About flow control White space Conditional expressions Relational and Boolean operators While loops Alternate loop exits Sequences, Arrays, Dictionaries and Sets About sequences Lists and list methods Tuples Indexing and slicing Iterating through a sequence Sequence functions, keywords, and operators List comprehensions Generator Expressions Nested sequences Working with Dictionaries Working with Sets Working with files File overview Opening a text file Reading a text file Writing to a text file Reading and writing raw (binary) data Functions Defining functions Parameters Global and local scope Nested functions Returning values Essential Demos Sorting Exceptions Importing Modules Classes Regular Expressions The standard library Math functions The string module Dates and times Working with dates and times Translating timestamps Parsing dates from text Formatting dates Calendar data Python and Data Science Data Science Essentials Pandas Overview NumPy Overview SciKit Overview MatPlotLib Overview Working with Python in Data Science Additional course details: Nexus Humans Python for Data Science: Hands-on Technical Overview (TTPS4873) 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 Python for Data Science: Hands-on Technical Overview (TTPS4873) 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 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Experienced Programmers and Systems Administrators. Overview Throughout the course students will be led through a series of progressively advanced topics, where each topic consists of lecture, group discussion, comprehensive hands-on lab exercises, and lab review. This course is ?skills-centric?, designed to train attendees in core Python and web development skills beyond an intermediate level, coupling the most current, effective techniques with best practices. Working within in an engaging, hands-on learning environment, guided by our expert Python practitioner, students will learn to: ? Create working Python scripts following best practices ? Use python data types appropriately ? Read and write files with both text and binary data ? Search and replace text with regular expressions ? Get familiar with the standard library and its work-saving modules ? Use lesser-known but powerful Python data types ? Create 'real-world', professional Python applications ? Work with dates, times, and calendars ? Know when to use collections such as lists, dictionaries, and sets ? Understand Pythonic features such as comprehensions and iterators ? Write robust code using exception handling An introductory and beyond-level practical, hands-on Python training course that leads the student from the basics of writing and running Python scripts to more advanced features. An Overview of Python What is python? 1 -- An overview of Python What is python? Python Timeline Advantages/Disadvantages of Python Getting help with pydoc The Python Environment Starting Python Using the interpreter Running a Python script Python scripts on Unix/Windows Editors and IDEs Getting Started Using variables Built-in functions Strings Numbers Converting among types Writing to the screen Command line parameters Flow Control About flow control White space Conditional expressions Relational and Boolean operators While loops Alternate loop exits Sequences About sequences Lists and list methods Tuples Indexing and slicing Iterating through a sequence Sequence functions, keywords, and operators List comprehensions Generator Expressions Nested sequences Working with files File overview Opening a text file Reading a text file Writing to a text file Reading and writing raw (binary) data Converting binary data with struct Dictionaries and Sets About dictionaries Creating dictionaries Iterating through a dictionary About sets Creating sets Working with sets Functions Defining functions Parameters Global and local scope Nested functions Returning values Sorting The sorted() function Alternate keys Lambda functions Sorting collections Using operator.itemgetter() Reverse sorting Errors and Exception Handling Syntax errors Exceptions Using try/catch/else/finally Handling multiple exceptions Ignoring exceptions Modules and Packages The import statement Module search path Creating Modules Using packages Function and Module aliases Classes About o-o programming Defining classes Constructors Methods Instance data Properties Class methods and data Regular Expressions RE syntax overview RE Objects Searching and matching Compilation flags Groups and special groups Replacing text Splitting strings The standard library The sys module Launching external programs Math functions Random numbers The string module Reading CSV data Dates and times Working with dates and times Translating timestamps Parsing dates from text Formatting dates Calendar data Working with the file system Paths, directories, and filenames Checking for existence Permissions and other file attributes Walking directory trees Creating filters with fileinput Using shutil for file operations 17 ? Advanced data handling Defaultdict and Counter Prettyprinting data structures Compressed archives (zip, gzip, tar, etc.) Persistent data Advanced data handling Defaultdict and Counter Prettyprinting data structures Compressed archives (zip, gzip, tar, etc.) Persistent data Network services Grabbing web content Sending email Using SSH for remote access Using FTP Writing real-life applications Parsing command-line options Detecting the current platform Trapping signals Implementing logging Python Timeline Advantages/Disadvantages of Python Getting help with pydoc
Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Those new to Citrix or considering a move to Citrix Cloud Overview Gain foundational knowledge of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7Learn how to install, configure, and manage a Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 site and Cloud connectorsIdentify the considerations between Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops on-premises and the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops ServiceDiscover how to deliver app and desktop resources This course will teach students how to deploy, install, configure, setup profile management, configure policies, printing and basic security features for on-premises Virtual Apps and Desktop solution building, and then migrating to Citrix Cloud.This course includes a voucher to take the related exam and earn your Citrix Certified Associate - Virtualization (CCA-V) certification. Architecture Overview Introduction to Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Architecture Overview Features Hosting Platform Considerations Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service Connection Flow Process Introduction Deploy the Site Pre-Deployment Considerations Citrix Licensing Setup Delivery Controller Setup Site Setup And Management Redundancy Considerations The Apps and Desktops Images Consider Master Image Creation Methods Master Image Requirements Provision and Deliver App and Desktop Resources Machine Catalogs and Delivery Groups Provisioning Methods and Considerations Machine Creation Services (MCS) Deep Dive MCS Environment Considerations Resource Locations Provide Access to App and Desktop Resources Consider Workspace Experience versus StoreFront Workspace Experience User Authentication Workspace App Communication Flow Manage the User Experience Methods to Manage the User Experience Common User Experience Settings Published App and Desktop Presentation and Management Published App Properties Server OS Published App Optimizations Published App Presentation Application Groups Apps and Desktops Presentation Manage Printing for User Sessions Map Printers to the User Session Printer Drivers Print Environment Considerations Citrix Profile Management Introduction and Considerations Configure Citrix Profile Management Manage the Site Delegated Administration Use PowerShell with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Power Management Considerations Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Basic Security Considerations Citrix Admin Security Considerations XML Service Security Considerations Secure HDX External Traffic Monitor the Site Citrix Director Introduction Monitor and Interact with User Sessions Published Apps Analysis Monitor the Machines Running the VDA Site Specific Common Monitoring Alerts and Notifications Optimize Citrix Director Monitoring with Citrix ADM Introduction to Supporting and Troubleshooting Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Introduction to Supporting a Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Site Tools Proactive Administration Common Tasks Migrate To Citrix Cloud Migration Considerations Citrix Cloud Connector Deployment Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops with an On-Premises Resource Location The Migration Process Citrix Analytics Citrix Analytics Introduction Prepare to Use Citrix Analytics Types of Analytics Additional course details: Nexus Humans CWS-215 Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Administration On-Premises and In Citrix Cloud 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 CWS-215 Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Administration On-Premises and In Citrix Cloud 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 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for network operators, network administrators, network engineers, network architects, security administrators, and security architects responsible for installation, setup, configuration, and administration of the BIG-IP AFM system. This course uses lectures and hands-on exercises to give participants real-time experience in setting up and configuring the BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager (AFM) system. Students are introduced to the AFM user interface, stepping through various options that demonstrate how AFM is configured to build a network firewall and to detect and protect against DoS (Denial of Service) attacks. Reporting and log facilities are also explained and used in the course labs. Further Firewall functionality and additional DoS facilities for DNS and SIP traffic are discussed. Module 1: Setting Up the BIG-IP System Introducing the BIG-IP System Initially Setting Up the BIG-IP System Archiving the BIG-IP System Configuration Leveraging F5 Support Resources and Tools Module 2: AFM Overview AFM Overview AFM Availability AFM and the BIG-IP Security Menu Packet Processing Rules and Direction Rules Contexts and Processing Inline Rule Editor Module 3: Network Firewall AFM Firewalls Contexts Modes Packet Processing Rules and Direction Rules Contexts and Processing Inline Rule Editor Configuring Network Firewall Network Firewall Rules and Policies Network Firewall Rule Creation Identifying Traffic by Region with Geolocation Identifying Redundant and Conflicting Rules Identifying Stale Rules Prebuilding Firewall Rules with Lists and Schedules Rule Lists Address Lists Port Lists Schedules Network Firewall Policies Policy Status and Management Other Rule Actions Redirecting Traffic with Send to Virtual Checking Rule Processing with Packet Tester Examining Connections with Flow Inspector Module 4: Logs Event Logs Logging Profiles Limiting Log Messages with Log Throttling Enabling Logging in Firewall Rules BIG-IP Logging Mechanisms Log Publisher Log Destination Filtering Logs with the Custom Search Facility Logging Global Rule Events Log Configuration Changes QKView and Log Files SNMP MIB SNMP Traps Module 5: IP Intelligence Overview Feature 1 Dynamic White and Black Lists Black List Categories Feed Lists IP Intelligence Policies IP Intelligence Log Profile IP Intelligence Reporting Troubleshooting IP Intelligence Lists Feature 2 IP Intelligence Database Licensing Installation Configuration Troubleshooting IP Intelligence iRule Module 6: DoS Protection Denial of Service and DoS Protection Overview Device DoS Protection Configuring Device DoS Protection Variant 1 DoS Vectors Variant 2 DoS Vectors Automatic Threshold Configuration Variant 3 DoS Vectors Device DoS Profiles DoS Protection Profile Dynamic Signatures Dynamic Signatures Configuration DoS iRules Module 7: Reports AFM Reporting Facilities Overview Examining the Status of Particular AFM Features Exporting the Data Managing the Reporting Settings Scheduling Reports Examining AFM Status at High Level Mini Reporting Windows (Widgets) Building Custom Widgets Deleting and Restoring Widgets Dashboards Module 8: DoS White Lists Bypassing DoS Checks with White Lists Configuring DoS White Lists tmsh options Per Profile Whitelist Address List Module 9: DoS Sweep Flood Protection Isolating Bad Clients with Sweep Flood Configuring Sweep Flood Module 10: IP Intelligence Shun Overview Manual Configuration Dynamic Configuration IP Intelligence Policy tmsh options Extending the Shun Feature Route this Traffic to Nowhere - Remotely Triggered Black Hole Route this Traffic for Further Processing - Scrubber Module 11: DNS Firewall Filtering DNS Traffic with DNS Firewall Configuring DNS Firewall DNS Query Types DNS Opcode Types Logging DNS Firewall Events Troubleshooting Module 12: DNS DoS Overview DNS DoS Configuring DNS DoS DoS Protection Profile Device DoS and DNS Module 13: SIP DoS Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) Transactions and Dialogs SIP DoS Configuration DoS Protection Profile Device DoS and SIP Module 14: Port Misuse Overview Port Misuse and Service Policies Building a Port Misuse Policy Attaching a Service Policy Creating a Log Profile Module 15: Network Firewall iRules Overview iRule Events Configuration When to use iRules More Information Module 16: Recap BIG-IP Architecture and Traffic Flow AFM Packet Processing Overview
Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Application Consultants, Business Analysts, Program/Project Managers, System Architects Overview At the end of this course, students will be able to explain and use major features of SAP Extended Warehouse Management. This course will give you a solid fundamental and comprehensive overview of SAP Extended Warehouse Management and is a mandatory prerequisite for all other EWM courses. Warehousing Structures and Master Data Differentiating the SAP Solutions for Warehouse Management Outlining Organizational Structures Maintaining Master Data for SAP EWM Warehouse Monitoring & Processing with Mobile Devices Managing the Warehouse Outlining the Radio Frequency (RF) Framework Additional Functions in SAP EWM Applying Storage Control Employing Serial Numbers Processing Batches Mapping Quality Inspection Processes Applying Value-Added Services Warehouse Organization Performing Slotting Applying Replenishment Methods Performing a Physical Inventory Optimization of Resources Applying Wave Management Applying Labor Management Executing the Production Supply Process Executing Expected Goods Receipts Processes Applying Cross Docking Warehouse Extensions Planning the Shipping and Receiving of Products Controlling the Material Flow System (MFS) SAP EWM Rapid Deployment Solution Accelerating Implementation Processes Combined Inbound and Outbound Processes Executing an End-to-End Process with SAP EWM
Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is recommended for application or system support personnel or anyone who needs an overview of the capabilities of HP UD 10.1x. Overview Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to: Identify the evolution of the Configuration Management System (CMS) from the Configuration Management Database (CMDB), the need for CMS, and working of CMS Define the concept of Universal Discovery (UD) and be able to identify its applications and types Identify the architecture and deployment process of UD, and the installation and setup of the data flow probe and its log files Define the concepts of discovery adapters, discovery jobs, discovery scripts, and other discovery resources Use the Universal Discovery module to perform application dependency mapping discovery and inventory discovery Use zone-based discover method and discovery activities Design and build agentless and agent-based discoveries, and use inventory scanners Work with the Software Library Viewer and various inventory tools Use the application recognition process, and discovery rules HP This course is designed to provide an understanding of the fundamental concepts and applications of the HP Universal Discovery (UD) solution. This course is designed to provide an understanding of the fundamental concepts and applications of the HP Universal Discovery (UD) solution.
Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for Account and project managers Business liaisons Deployment engineers Managers overseeing CCE deployments Technical sales Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Provide a high-level overview of the Cisco Contact Center portfolio List the key components within the Packaged Contact Center Enterprise (PCCE) architecture and their functions Describe how calls flow through PCCE using appropriate terms and naming conventions Introduce the tools used in the configuration, scripting, reporting and support of a PCCE deployment Identify advanced features available within the PCCE solution The Understanding Cisco Contact Center Enterprise Foundations (CCEF) v1.0 course gives you an overview of the Cisco© Packaged Contact Center Enterprise (PCCE) and Unified Contact Center Enterprise solutions. You will learn about the Cisco Contact Center Enterprise (CCE) products and explore features and functionality of the solution including major system components. Introduction to CCE Cisco Contact Center Basics Cisco Contact Center Fundamentals Functionality of PCCE Components Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) and Voice Gateways Cisco Unified Border Element (CUBE) Terms and Naming Conventions Used in CCE CCE Access Environment CCE Routing Configuration Access Tools Available in CCE Single Pane of Glass (SPOG) Cisco Intelligent Contact Management (ICM) Configuration Manager Discovering CCE Features Beyond Default Agent Management Agent Efficiency
Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for Account and project managers Business liaisons Deployment engineers Managers overseeing CCE deployments Technical sales Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Provide a high-level overview of the Cisco Contact Center portfolio List the key components within the Packaged Contact Center Enterprise (PCCE) architecture and their functions Describe how calls flow through PCCE using appropriate terms and naming conventions Introduce the tools used in the configuration, scripting, reporting and support of a PCCE deployment Identify advanced features available within the PCCE solution The Reporting Cisco Contact Center Enterprise (CCER) v1.0 course provides an architectural overview of the Contact Center Enterprise (CCE) Solution components and deployment models. You will learn the end-to-end reporting solutions of CCE designed to assist customers and partners in the task of creating reports and managing disparate data sources. Introduction to CCE Cisco Contact Center Basics Cisco Contact Center Fundamentals Functionality of PCCE Components Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) and Voice Gateways Cisco Unified Border Element (CUBE) Terms and Naming Conventions Used in CCE CCE Access Environment CCE Routing Configuration Access Tools Available in CCE Single Pane of Glass (SPOG) Cisco Intelligent Contact Management (ICM) Configuration Manager Discovering CCE Features Beyond Default Agent Management Agent Efficiency
Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Security Engineers, Security Administrators, Security Operations Specialists, Security Analysts, Network Engineers, and Support Staff Overview The Palo Alto Networks Firewall 11.0: Troubleshooting course is three days of instructor-led training that will help you: Investigate networking issues using firewall tools including the CLI Follow proven troubleshooting methodologies specific to individual features Analyze advanced logs to resolve various real-life scenarios Solve advanced, scenario-based challenges Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls are architected to safely enable applications and prevent modern threats. Their approach identifies all network traffic based on applications, users, content and devices, and lets you express your business policies in the form of easy-to-understand security rules. Flexible deployment options and native integration with their next-generation security platform extend the policy enforcement and cyberthreat prevention to everywhere your users and data are located: in your network, on your endpoints and in the cloud. Course Outline Module 1 - Tools and Resources Module 2 - CLI Primer Module 3 - Flow Logic Module 4 - Packet Captures Module 5 - Packet-Diagnostics Logs Module 6 - Host-Inbound Traffic Module 7 - Transit Traffic Module 8 - System Services Module 9 - Certificate Management and SSL Decryption Module 10 - User-ID Module 11 - GlobalProtect Module 12 - Support Escalation and RMAs Module 13 - Next Steps