Use Cases for Business Analysis: In-House Training The use case is a method for documenting the interactions between the user of a system and the system itself. Use cases have been in the software development lexicon for over twenty years, ever since it was introduced by Ivar Jacobson in the late 1980s. They were originally intended as aids to software design in object-oriented approaches. However, the method is now used throughout the Solution Development Life Cycle from elicitation through to specifying test cases, and is even applied to software development that is not object oriented. This course identifies how business analysts can apply use cases to the processes of defining the problem domain through elicitation, analyzing the problem, defining the solution, and confirming the validity and usability of the solution. What you will Learn You'll learn how to: Apply the use case method to define the problem domain and discover the conditions that need improvement in a business process Employ use cases in the analysis of requirements and information to create a solution to the business problem Translate use cases into requirements Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Foundation Concepts Overview of use case modeling What is a use case model? The 'how and why' of use cases When to perform use case modeling Where use cases fit into the solution life cycle Use cases in the problem domain Use cases in the solution domain Use case strengths and weaknesses Use case variations Use case driven development Use case lexicon Use cases Actors and roles Associations Goals Boundaries Use cases though the life cycle Use cases in the life cycle Managing requirements with use cases The life cycle is use case driven Elicitation with Use Cases Overview of the basic mechanics and vocabulary of use cases Apply methods of use case elicitation to define the problem domain, or 'as is' process Use case diagrams Why diagram? Partitioning the domain Use case diagramming guidelines How to employ use case diagrams in elicitation Guidelines for use case elicitation sessions Eliciting the problem domain Use case descriptions Use case generic description template Alternative templates Elements Pre and post conditions Main Success Scenario The conversation Alternate paths Exception paths Writing good use case descriptions Eliciting the detailed workflow with use case descriptions Additional information about use cases Analyzing Requirements with Use Cases Use case analysis on existing requirements Confirming and validating requirements with use cases Confirming and validating information with use cases Defining the actors and use cases in a set of requirements Creating the scenarios Essential (requirements) use case Use case level of detail Use Case Analysis Techniques Generalization and Specialization When to use generalization or specialization Generalization and specialization of actors Generalization and specialization of use cases Examples Associating generalizations Subtleties and guidelines Use Case Extensions The <> association The <> association Applying the extensions Incorporating extension points into use case descriptions Why use these extensions? Extensions or separate use cases Guidelines for extensions Applying use case extensions Patterns and anomalies o Redundant actors Linking hierarchies Granularity issues Non-user interface use cases Quality considerations Use case modeling errors to avoid Evaluating use case descriptions Use case quality checklist Relationship between Use Cases and Business Requirements Creating a Requirements Specification from Use Cases Flowing the conversation into requirements Mapping to functional specifications Adding non-functional requirements Relating use cases to other artifacts Wire diagrams and user interface specifications Tying use cases to test cases and scenarios Project plans and project schedules Relationship between Use Cases and Functional Specifications System use cases Reviewing business use cases Balancing use cases Use case realizations Expanding and explaining complexity Activity diagrams State Machine diagrams Sequence diagrams Activity Diagrams Applying what we know Extension points Use case chaining Identifying decision points Use Case Good Practices The documentation trail for use cases Use case re-use Use case checklist Summary What did we learn, and how can we implement this in our work environment?
Earned Value Management: In-House Training: In-House Training Earned Value Management (EVM) incorporates a set of proven practices appropriate for project or program management methodologies. These include integration of program scope, schedule, and cost objectives, establishment of a baseline plan for accomplishment of program objectives and use of earned value techniques for performance measurement during the execution of a program. Earned Value Management (EVM) incorporates a set of proven practices appropriate for project or program management methodologies. These include integration of program scope, schedule, and cost objectives, establishment of a baseline plan for accomplishment of program objectives and use of earned value techniques for performance measurement during the execution of a program. EVM provides a solid platform for risk identification, corrective actions, and management re-planning as may be required over the life of a project or program. The course emphasis is on the latest EVM principles and concepts in accordance with changes and guidelines for Earned Value Management in The Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) and The Practice Standard for Earned Value Management published by the Project Management Institute. What you Will Learn You'll learn how to: Develop a project baseline, using an effective WBS Record actual project performance Calculate EVM measures Evaluate project performance based on EVM measures Respond to project variances Integrate EVM and risk management Determine how EVM will add value to your organization Develop an EVM implementation plan for your organization Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Expectations Foundation Concepts Introduction to Earned Value Management (EVM) Benefits of EVM EVM Process Overview Applications of EVM Creating a Work Breakdown Structure Reviewing WBS concepts Reviewing WBS development process (decomposition) Using a WBS to support EVM Building a Project Baseline Defining a project baseline Developing a project baseline Using a project baseline Recording Actuals Recording actuals overview Collecting data for actual project performance Determining earned value - various methods EVM Performance Measures Using current status measures Using forecasting measures Analyzing EVM measures EVM and Risk Management Integrating EVM and Risk Management Using EVM measures in the risk register Exploring how EVM can facilitate reserves management Drawing down contingency reserves Responding to Variances Introduction to variances Process for responding to variances Response options Reporting Project Performance EVM reporting overview Meeting EVM reporting needs Addressing EVM reporting challenges Implementing an EVMS Defining EVMS requirements EVM for Agile projects Tailoring the EVMS Summary and Next Steps Review of content Review of objectives / expectations Personal action plan
Preparing for Digital Transformation Organizations today must keep pace with changing technology to stay abreast of the market demand. Keeping pace means a transformation of the entire organization into the digital age. This workshop presents the challenges, benefits, and pitfalls of digital transformation and how it will affect you, and how you can be better prepared and positioned for the upcoming digital transformation. The goal of this course is to enable you to become knowledgeable about the technologies behind a digital transformation in your organization and the driving forces compelling such a transformation. You will learn how to become engaged in the processes of transforming your organization digitally to meet with the growing demands of customers and clients What you will Learn Describe the impact that digital is making on the economy and on customer expectations Examine the nature and drivers of the digital transformation Evaluate new technologies such as Blockchain, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and other technologies and see how they work to bring about digital transformation Assess the impact of digital technologies on the current roles and positions in the organization Discuss both the demand that customers have for digital technologies and the impact the digital technologies have on the customer and its relationship with the organization Recognize the new technology trends in the digital transformation and what they mean to the future of the organization Identify how digital transformation will affect all roles and how to be prepared for the upcoming and continuing digital transformation Foundation Concepts Digital transformation versus automation Driving forces behind the digital transformation Learning from digital transformation successes Digital Transformation and Customer Orientation The Digital Customer Customer touch points and the customer journey Omnichannel concept Transform to the customer Digital Technologies and the Organization Relationship Management Big Data: The Basis for it All The Human Factor in Digital Transformations Risks of Digital Transformation Technology Trends Data and Business Analytics Other Major Trends Preview of Coming Attractions Pathway to Digital Transformation
Project Management Fundamentals: In-House Training Many projects are performed by highly competent and effective people who have little or no project management training. They perform projects like process improvement, marketing campaign development, new product development, event planning and production, and other 'tasks' which are projects. Project Management Fundamentals (PMF) is designed to support those people who need a solid foundation in project management, without being unnecessarily burdened to learn it while on the job. The course offers practical skills, concepts, and principles that can be taken back to the workplace, along with insights needed to adapt them to specific project environments. In today's environment, that means possibly adapting to Agile / Iterative methods. So, we have recently added key Agile concepts to provide a basic understanding of shifting towards agility. Since PMF's course goal is to achieve quality performance by learning effective planning and control, the focus is on a process orientation and an analytical, systems-oriented approach. Together, these frameworks promote project-related problem solving and decision-making skills necessary for real world projects. They honor project needs for collaboration, clear communications among people, and interpersonal and relationship skills. Recognition of these needs are woven throughout PMF, but are highlighted in two specific areas: Module 2 - People and Projects Module 8 - Executing, Communicating, and Developing the Team What You Will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Describe the value of strong project management Identify characteristics of a successful project and project manager Recognize how current agile / adaptive practices fit within project management Explore project management processes, including Initiating, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Controlling, and Closing Utilize project management processes and tools, based on case studies and real-world situations Create an initial project plan Use standard project management terminology Foundation Concepts Project management and definitions Value and focus of PM Competing constraints and project success Project life cycles People and Projects People and projects overview The project manager The project team People and projects in organizations Initiating and Defining Requirements Initiating the project Developing the project charter Conducting stakeholder assessments Defining requirements Using the Work Breakdown Structure Defining the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Developing a usable WBS Using the WBS Managing Project Risk Making the case for risk management Overview to planning for risk Identifying risks Analyzing risks Planning responses to risks Implementing response and monitoring risks Considerations for adaptive environments Estimating Defining an estimate Estimating approaches Estimating practices Estimating cost Validating an estimate Scheduling Defining the scheduling process and related terminology Sequencing and defining dependencies Determining the critical path Considering schedule risks and optimizing the schedule Executing, Communicating, and Developing the Team From baseline to execution Project communications and stakeholder relationships High-performing teams Monitoring and Controlling Defining monitoring and controlling Viewing control through the competing demands lens Variance Analysis and corrective action (Earned Value) Considerations in adaptive environments Closing the Project Closing projects Focusing on project transition Focusing on post-project evaluations
Portfolio Management for Stakeholders: In-House Training This course equips and enables project, program, and functional managers (line managers) to support and contribute to starting, restarting or sustaining the implementation and effectiveness of portfolio management in an organization. Emphasis is on improving collaboration and planning between functional business areas and project/program organizations responsible for delivering investments in business change through successful delivery of projects and programs. Good functional, project, and program managers become 'great' when they understand, advocate, and effectively contribute to achieving 'real' business value through portfolio management. What you Will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Outline the benefits of portfolio management State the importance of linking the strategic objectives to the initiatives in the organization Chart the portfolio governance structure Assist in the inventory of ongoing and new initiatives Identify portfolio and sub-portfolio categories Support the PMO in the prioritization of initiatives using Multi-criteria Analysis and other selection tools Collaborate with the PMO in balancing the portfolio based on the optimal use of resources and priorities Participate in resource forecasting and planning Demonstrate thresholds and variance reporting criteria Describe the purpose of Stage Gate Funding Report status against a portfolio delivery plan Present your initiative in Stage Gate Reviews List the benefits that are being realized by the initiative Foundation Concepts Portfolio Life Cycles Portfolio Governance Prioritizing Initiatives Prioritize Foundation Multi-Criteria Analysis Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) Strategic Alignment Balancing the Portfolio Resources, Budgets, and Equipment Communicating Decisions Planning the Portfolio Planning Review Cycles Using Stage Gate Funding Setting Thresholds and Variance Reporting Tool Examples Portfolio Delivery 'Cycle' Project and Program Life Cycles Stage Gate Reviews Interaction with the Portfolio Delivery Board Project, Program, and Functional Managers Roles and Responsibilities
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Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for The primary audience for this course is any IT, facilities or data centre professional, consultant and/or those who work in network cabling system design, implementation and operation. Overview With few exceptions, enterprises today rely on IT for the delivery of business-critical services - often directly to the end consumer. It is therefore vital that the mission-critical data centre is designed, maintained and operated with high-availability and efficiency in mind. Among all the facilities, network cabling is the foundation for the network and one of the major contributors to the availability of the data center.CNCDP© is a 2-day course designed to expose participants to in-depth knowledge in designing and installing the data network cabling system which includes key subject matters such as; technical standards, designing of different cabling sub-systems, calculation of material requirements, architecture, installation, testing and acceptance. Introduction to Structured Cabling System (SCS) Brief history of SCS Basic copper and fibre transmission Copper and fibre cabling Single and multimode fibre Step/graded index multimode fibre Difference between Commercial Wiring and data centre cabling Development of standards Role of standards ANSI/TIA 568 standard Common standards The new usage of cabling to support Smart building Horizontal and Administration - Commercial Building Standard diagram recap: ANSI/TIA-568 Functional elements and example Scenario A: Determine the number of work areas Scenario B: Determine the number of user locations Zone wiring Administration: Interconnect and cross-connect Angled and flat panels Creating a cabling schematic design Convert schematic into physical layout Calculating the material list Horizontal and Administration - Data Centre Standard diagram recap: TIA-942 Basic/Reduced/Typical data centre setup Traditional 3 layers network design/ Spine and Leaf network design Select termination hardware Administration design ToR/EoR/Spine & Leaf cabling design Network and cabling resiliency Create cabling schematic design for ToR/EoR Convert into patch panel/rack layout Calculate the material list for ToR/EoR Building Backbone - Commercial Building Backbone diagram Calculate the copper backbone requirements per Telecom Room (TR) Calculate the fibre backbone requirements per Telecom Room Summarize the building backbone requirements Recognised cables Backbone Patch panels The maximum backbone distances Create cabling schematic design Converting the schematic design into patch panel/ rack layout Building Backbone - Data Centre TIA-942 based backbone topology TIA-942 backbone requirements Recognised backbone cable ToR/EoR/Spine and Leaf Backbone distance estimation Resiliency of backbone cable routes Creating cabling schematic design Converting the schematic design into patch panel/ rack layout Field and Fusion Termination for fibre connectors Pre-terminated fibre trunk and copper cables Architectural Considerations ANSI/TIA569-D Cable pathway and spaces Common requirements for the rooms Definition of the rooms Entrance Room/Demarcation Ceiling and floor pathways types Cable trays/basket/ladder/conduit Inner duct/sleeve/slot Calculating of pathway size Cable run best practices Cable management/AIM Grounding and bonding Separation distance requirements for copper cabling to power cabling Fire stopping Fire rated barrier Fire rated jacket cable Campus / Outdoor Backbone Common campus cable installation and cable types : Aerial cable / Direct-buried / Underground in-conduit Outdoor cable installation planning Lightning / surge protection Approved ground for surge protector Creating a schematic diagram Converting a schematic into a physical layout Site Inspection and Testing Visual site inspection notes Installation common issues Copper testing standard Permanent link / Channel / Patch cord / MPTL testing configuration Fibre connectors Fibre testing standard Tier 1 & 2 certification Fibre link definition Fibre testing steps Fibre inspection and cleaning Calibrating the test sets - 3 methods Setting up mandrel for testing Fibre loss budget calculation G.657 Bend insensitive fibre Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) Exam - Certified Network Cabling Design Professional (CNCDP©) The exam is a 60-minute closed book exam, with 40 multiple-choice questions. The candidate requires a minimum of 27 correct answers to pass the exam. Additional course details: Nexus Humans Certified Network Cabling Design Professional (CNCDP) 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. 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Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for The audience for this course is anyone who wants to acquire foundation level knowledge on data centre infrastructure. This course is ideally suited for data centre new hires, internal data centre support staff, IT support staff who work in the data centre, helpdesk staff, vendors/suppliers who install/maintain data centre equipment, building maintenance staff including data centre cleaners and other supporting functions, and fresh graduates. This course is also well suited for individuals working in data centre business support functions such as sales/pre-sales, HR, Finance and business administration. Overview The DCFC course will prepare participants for entry into the exciting and high-growth data centre industry. It will ensure that participants acquire the required basic knowledge to take on a wide variety of jobs in the data centre industry. It will also provide the required knowledge and skill to further their training into specialised areas on data centre design/build, operations/governance or standards/compliance. The Data Centre Foundation Certificate (DCFC©) is a 2-day course designed to deliver foundation knowledge about data centre facilities infrastructure. It provides participants with global overview and knowledge on data centres which will be of advantage to the participants who are looking at joining the ranks of professionals working in the data centre, ICT, infrastructure or the mechanical and electrical (M&E) design industries. It will also form a solid foundation for participants who wish to pursue his/her studies either academically or to further his/her industry specialisation with professional certification courses on data centre design/build, operations/governance and/or standards/compliance. With the tremendous growth of data and the data centres to support it, the demand for data centre professionals will grow in tandem. Introduction to Data Centres History of data centres Definition of different type data centres Data Centre Standards List of standards Rating definitions Data Centre Facilities Areas Listing of all areas and their functions Topology Designs Definition of Ratings Components of the Power Infrastructure Utility power Transformers Generators Fuel systems ATS UPS systems Batteries Electric panels Cabling/busbar systems Power rails/strips Lights Lights Emergency lights Cooling Infrastructure Chillers DX Systems Evaporators CRAC/CRAU/HVAC Raised floor Non-raised floor Containment ICT/Network Infrastructure Equipment racks Network cabling (fibre, copper) Cable trays and pathways TIA-606 labelling Data Centre Security Perimeter security Physical protection CCTV Access control Security management Fire Suppression Detection systems Suppression systems Prevention systems Fire extinguishers Fire Safety Monitoring and reporting DCIM EMS/BMS
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The CIPT is the first and only certification of its kind worldwide. It was launched by the IAPP in 2014 and updated in early 2023 to meet the growing need that only tech pros can fill-securing data privacy at all stages of IT product and service lifecycles. Whether you work in the public or private sector, data privacy skills are quickly becoming a must-have-and that's a great opportunity for you. The CIPT certification also holds accreditation under ISO 17024: 2012 About This Course What will you learn? Critical data protection concepts and practices that impact IT Consumer data protection expectations and responsibility How to bake privacy into early stages of IT products and services for cost control, accuracy and speed-to-market How to establish data protection practices for data collection and transfer How to pre-empt data protection issues in the Internet of Things How to factor data protection into data classification and emerging tech such as cloud computing, facial recognition and surveillance How to communicate data protection issues with partners such as management, development, marketing and legal. This course has two programmatic modules, the first four areas focus on the fundamentals of data protection. The second module takes the fundamentals and puts it into practice. MODULE 1: Fundamentals of Information Privacy Unit 1: Common Principles and Approaches to Privacy This unit includes a brief discussion of the modern history of privacy, an introduction to types of information, an overview of information risk management and a summary of modern privacy principles. Unit 2: Jurisdiction and Industries This unit introduces the major privacy models employed around the globe and provides an overview of privacy and data protection regulation by jurisdictions and industry sectors. Unit 3: Information Security: Safeguarding Personal Information This unit presents introductions to information security, including definitions, elements, standards and threats/vulnerabilities, as well as introductions to information security management and governance, including frameworks, controls, cryptography and identity and access management (IAM). Unit 4: Online Privacy: Using Personal Information on Websites and with Other Internet-related Technologies This unit examines the web as a platform, as well as privacy considerations for sensitive online information, including policies and notices, access, security, authentication and data collection. Additional topics include children's online privacy, email, searches, online marketing and advertising, social media, online assurance, cloud computing and mobile devices. MODULE 2: Privacy in Technology Unit 1: Understanding the Need for Privacy in the IT Environment This unit highlights the impact that regulatory activities, security threats, advances in technology and the increasing proliferation of social networks have on IT departments. Unit 2: Core Privacy Concepts This unit reveals how privacy compliance becomes more attainable through developing information lifecycle plans, data identification and classification systems and data flow diagrams. Unit 3: Regulations and Standards Impacting Privacy in IT This unit introduces privacy laws, regulations and standards that can help IT professionals design better privacy programmes and systems to handle personal information throughout the data lifecycle. Unit 4: Privacy in Systems and Applications This unit develops an understanding of the risks inherent in the IT environment and how to address them. Unit 5: Online Privacy Issues This unit presents information about online threats, threat prevention and the role of IT professionals in ensuring proper handling of user data. Unit 6: De-identifying and Anonymizing Personally Identifiable Information This unit reveals the importance of personally identifiable information and methods for ensuring its protection. Unit 7: Cloud Computing This unit evaluates privacy and security concerns associated with cloud services, and standards that exist to advise on their use. Prerequisites There are no prerequisites for this course but attendees would benefit from a review of the materials on the IAPP site. What's Included? 1 years membership of the IAPP Refreshments & Lunch (Classroom courses only) Participant Guide Official Study Guides Official Practice Exam Official Q&A The Exam Fees Who Should Attend? The CIPT credential shows you've got the knowledge to build your organisation's data protection structures from the ground up. With regulators worldwide calling for tech professionals to factor data protection into their products and services, the job market for privacy-trained IT pros has never been stronger. As a result, the CIPT is targeted towards; Data Protection Officers IT Managers and Administrators Records Managers System Developers IT Security specialists Accreditation Our Guarantee We are an approved IAPP Training Partner. You can learn wherever and whenever you want with our robust classroom and interactive online training courses. Our courses are taught by qualified practitioners with a minimum of 25 years commercial experience. We strive to give our delegates the hands-on experience. Our courses are all-inclusive with no hidden extras. The one-off cost covers the training, all course materials, and exam voucher. Our aim: To achieve a 100% first time pass rate on all our instructor-led courses. Our Promise: Pass first time or 'train' again for FREE. *FREE training offered for retakes - come back within a year and only pay for the exam.