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About this Virtual Instructor Led Certificate Training Course (VILT) Asset maintenance and equipment reliability teams play a significant role to ensure that there is no room for downtime and losses in production. They are often recognised for their contribution and ability to keep assets running productively in today's organisations. The Certificate in Asset Management Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) course will provide those involved in Asset Management with a full explanation of the key processes to manage assets across their lifecycle. This recognised VILT course has been designed to equip participants with practical skills to take back to work. This VILT course enables participants to ensure their organisation's assets are realising their full value in support of the organisation's objectives. Accredited by the Institute of Asset Management (IAM), this VILT course will prepare participants to sit for the IAM Asset Management Certificate qualification. The IAM exam is offered as an option for participants of this VILT course. Training Objectives By the end of this VILT course, participants will be able to: Understand the key principles, tools and terminology of Asset Management, and demonstrate how it will benefit your organisation Gain familiarity in the application of ISO 55000 in practice Access a range of models that will support the implementation of asset management in your organisation Assess your understanding of the current tools and concepts applied in Asset Management Capture new ideas and skills that will enhance performance and be better prepared for the Institute of Asset Management (IAM) Certificate Examination Target Audience This VILT course will benefit maintenance managers, operations managers, asset managers and reliability professionals, planners and functional specialists. It will also be useful for facilities engineers, supervisors/managers and structural engineers/supervisors/ and managers. IAM Qualifications Syllabi This document details the scope of the individual topics which comprise the examination modules, and how the exams are assessed. It is important that prospective candidates understand the scope of the modules to determine the preparation required. Download here IAM Qualifications Candidate Handbook This handbook provides more detailed information on registering as a candidate, learning resources, training courses, booking an exam, exam regulations and what happens after an exam - whether you are successful or unsuccessful. Download here Course Level Basic or Foundation Training Methods The VILT course will be delivered online in 5 half-day sessions comprising 4 hours per day, with 2 breaks of 15 minutes per day. Course Duration: 5 half-day sessions, 4 hours per session (20 hours in total) Other than world-class visuals and slides, this VILT course will include a high level of interaction between the facilitator and participants and group discussion among the participants themselves. There will be a number of exercises & quizzes to demonstrate key points and to give participants the chance to apply learning and appreciate key aspects of best practice. Participants will also have the chance to share examples from their own experience, discuss real problems they are facing and develop actions for improvement when they return to work. Examples of the exercises that are used in this VILT course are as follows: Exercises: Aligning Assets to Business Objectives, Planning for Contingencies, Understanding Function and Failure. Group exercises: Asset Management Decision Making, Incident Review & Operations Optimisation. The workshop content will be adjusted based on the discussions, interests and needs of the participants on the course. Trainer Your expert course leader is a is a highly experienced in maintenance and turnaround specialist. He is a Chartered Mechanical Engineer, having spent 19 years working for BP in engineering, maintenance and turnaround management roles. During this time, he worked on plants at all ages in the lifecycle, from construction, commissioning and operating new assets to maintaining aging assets and decommissioning. He has taken roles in Projects, Human Resources and Integrity Management which give real breadth to his approach. He also specialized in Continuous Improvement, gaining the award of International Petrochemical Coach of the year. He stays up to date with the latest industrial developments through his consulting support for major clients. He is also the Asset Management lead and a VILT specialist, having delivered over 70 days of VILT training in the last year. He has an engaging style and will bring his current industrial experience, proficiency of VILT techniques and diverse content, gathered from a comprehensive training portfolio, to deliver a distinctive training experience. POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information about post training coaching support and fees applicable for this. Accreditions And Affliations

Understanding child safeguarding, play, and behaviour therapy is essential for anyone working with children. This course offers an in-depth exploration of key principles and techniques that will help you support and guide children through their emotional and behavioural challenges. From understanding developmental stages to recognising potential safeguarding concerns, the course prepares you to address issues that may arise in a variety of environments. Learn how play therapy can be used as a powerful tool to help children express their feelings and experiences, enabling you to create a safe and nurturing atmosphere. Whether you're involved in education, care, or simply passionate about child development, this course provides the essential knowledge to make a real difference. With a focus on safeguarding, you'll gain a solid understanding of child protection laws and how to respond to suspected abuse or neglect. You'll also explore behaviour therapy techniques that are effective in helping children manage their emotions, reduce anxiety, and improve social interactions. Through engaging content, this course equips you with the skills to support children and ensure their well-being in any setting. Key Features of Child Safeguarding, Play & Behaviour Therapy for Children Bundle CPD Accredited Child Safeguarding, Play & Behaviour Therapy for Children Course Instant PDF certificate Fully online, interactive Child Safeguarding, Play & Behaviour Therapy for Childrencourse Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly 24/7 Learning Assistance Discounts on bulk purchases Enrol now in this Child Safeguarding, Play & Behaviour Therapy for Children Bundle course to excel! To become successful in your profession, you must have a specific set of Child Safeguarding, Play & Behaviour Therapy for Children skills to succeed in today's competitive world. In this in-depth Child Safeguarding, Play & Behaviour Therapy for Childrentraining course, you will develop the most in-demand Child Safeguarding, Play & Behaviour Therapy for Children skills to kickstart your career, as well as upgrade your existing knowledge & skills. Child Safeguarding, Play & Behaviour Therapy for Children Curriculum Course 01: Safeguarding Children - Level 2 Course 02: Safeguarding Children: Internet Safety Course 03: Child Psychology Diploma Course 04: Autism Awareness Course 05: Childhood Cancer Awareness Course 06: Child Language Disorder (CLD) Course 07: Child Playwork Course 08: Residential Childcare Course 09: Speech Therapy for Children Course 10: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Course 11: Positive Behaviour in Children and Youth Course 12: Play Therapy Course 13: Anti Social Behaviour (ASB) Course 14: Paediatric First Aid Training Course 15: Child Nutrition Accreditation This Child Safeguarding, Play & Behaviour Therapy for Children bundle courses are CPD accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Certification Once you've successfully completed your Child Safeguarding, Play & Behaviour Therapy for Children course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99). CPD 150 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? This course is ideal for all employees or anyone who genuinely wishes to learn more about Child Safeguarding, Play & Behaviour Therapy for Children basics. Requirements No prior degree or experience is required to enrol in this course. Career path This Child Safeguarding, Play & Behaviour Therapy for Children Course will help you to explore avariety of career paths in the related industry. Certificates Digital certificate Digital certificate - Included Hardcopy Certificate Hard copy certificate - Included Hardcopy Certificate (UK Delivery): For those who wish to have a physical token of their achievement, we offer a high-quality, printed certificate. This hardcopy certificate is also provided free of charge. However, please note that delivery fees apply. If your shipping address is within the United Kingdom, the delivery fee will be only £3.99. Hardcopy Certificate (International Delivery): For all international addresses outside of the United Kingdom, the delivery fee for a hardcopy certificate will be only £10.

When it comes to purchasing and procurement, guesswork isn’t a strategy. This 8-in-1 Premium Courses Bundle walks you through the essentials of buying smarter, managing finance, handling supply chains, and mastering Excel. If you've ever been baffled by purchase ledgers, stock issues, or invoice trails, you're in good company—and the right bundle. The curriculum includes Purchasing and Procurement, Finance, Purchase Ledger, Financial Analysis, MS Excel, Logistics & Transportation, Supply Chain Management and Project Management. In short, it's a guided tour through the core tasks that keep businesses running like clockwork—minus the confusion and without a clipboard in sight. Learning Outcomes: Understand key principles of procurement and supplier negotiations. Learn to manage purchasing documents and payment records accurately. Use Excel for purchasing calculations, records and analysis. Grasp the flow and strategy of supply chain operations. Interpret financial data and identify trends in purchasing. Apply project management skills in procurement processes. Who is this Course For: Purchasing assistants wanting structured and focused training. Procurement professionals looking to refresh foundational knowledge. Admins involved in inventory and purchase tracking. Finance officers dealing with supplier invoicing and ledgers. Warehouse or logistics staff aiming for broader insight. Team members supporting supply chain decision-making. Career switchers exploring roles in procurement departments. Managers juggling buying decisions and project oversight. Career Path: Purchasing Assistant – £23,500 average salary Procurement Officer – £31,000 average salary Supply Chain Administrator – £26,500 average salary Logistics Coordinator – £28,000 average salary Procurement Analyst – £34,000 average salary Project Support Officer – £29,500 average salary

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care Online The purpose of this Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care course is to provide learners with knowledge and understanding of the key principles of dignity, duty of care, and safeguarding as applied to adult health social care. This Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care course will teach learners the principles and how they are applied in everyday work situations. They will also have an opportunity to examine the dilemmas that can arise and the consequences of not adhering to these principles. If you want to work with vulnerable adults in the health and social care sectors in various settings, such as hospitals, domiciliary care, or nursing homes then this Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care course is perfect for you. Main Course: Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care Free Courses included with Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care: Along with Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care Course you will get free Level 5 Mental Health Care – MCA and DOLS Along with Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care Course you will get free Level 2 Health & Care Special Offers of this Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care; This Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care course includes a FREE PDF Certificate. Lifetime access to this Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care course Instant access to this Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care course 24/7 Support Available to this Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care course Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care Online The Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care aims to provide learners with knowledge and understanding of the key principles of dignity, duty of care, and safeguarding in adult health social care. This Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care course will help learners understand how to apply these principles in everyday work situations. They will also have an opportunity to examine the dilemmas that can arise and the consequences of not adhering to these principles. Who is this course for? Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care Online This Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care course is suitable for those who work with or want to work with vulnerable adults in the health and social care sectors. Requirements Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care Online To enrol in this Understanding Dignity & Safeguarding in Adult Health & Social Care Course, students must fulfil the following requirements: Good Command over English language is mandatory to enrol in our Understanding Dignity & Safeguarding in Adult Health & Social Care Course. Be energetic and self-motivated to complete our Course. Basic computer Skill is required to complete our Course. If you want to enrol in our Understanding Dignity& Safeguarding in Adult Health & Social Care Course, you must be at least 15 years old.

This three-course bundle offers a well-rounded insight into Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Environmental Health, and Six Sigma & Lean Process Level 3. Designed to provide a thorough understanding of sustainable business practices, the CSR course explores how organisations can operate ethically while contributing positively to society. Alongside this, the Environmental Health module examines key principles that help protect people and the environment, highlighting important considerations for modern enterprises aiming to reduce their ecological footprint. Completing the bundle, the Six Sigma & Lean Process course delves into quality management techniques that streamline operations and enhance efficiency, all while fostering a culture of continual improvement. This carefully structured selection is ideal for professionals eager to expand their knowledge in responsible business strategies and process optimisation. All content is delivered fully online, ensuring flexible access without the need for physical attendance. These comprehensive courses are available in this CSR - Corporate Social Responsibility - CPD Accredited 3 Courses Bundle Course 01: CSR - Corporate Social Responsibility Course 02: Environmental Health Course 03: Six Sigma & Lean Process Level 3 Certificate ** Special Offer: Free PDF and Hard Copy Certificates** Key Benefits Get instant PDF and Hard Copy certificate Fully online courses Developed by qualified professionals Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, and smartphone-friendly 24/7 Learning Assistance Course Curriculum: CSR - Corporate Social Responsibility Module 01: Introduction to Corporate Social Responsibility Module 02: Stakeholders & the Social Contract Module 03: A Sustainable Perspective Module 04: Implementing CSR Module 05: Performance Evaluation and Performance Reporting Course Assessment You will immediately be given access to a specifically crafted MCQ test upon completing each CSR - Corporate Social Responsibility - CPD Accredited 3 Courses Bundle bundle course. For each test, the pass mark will be set to 60%. Accredited Certificate After successfully completing this CSR - Corporate Social Responsibility - CPD Accredited 3 Courses Bundle course, you will qualify for the CPD Quality Standards (CPD QS) certified certificate from Training Express. CPD 30 CPD hours / points Accredited by The CPD Quality Standards (CPD QS) Who is this course for? The CSR - Corporate Social Responsibility - CPD Accredited 3 Courses Bundle training is ideal for highly motivated individuals or teams who want to enhance their skills and efficiently skilled employees. Requirements There are no formal entry requirements for the course, with enrollment open to anyone! Career path Learn the essential skills and knowledge you need to excel in your professional life with the help & guidance from our CSR - Corporate Social Responsibility - CPD Accredited 3 Courses Bundle training.

Diversity in the workplace isn’t just a moral checkbox—it’s a working necessity. This 8 in 1 Equality and Diversity Premium Bundle brings together subjects that help people understand one another and navigate organisational frameworks without needing a legal degree—or a stress ball. With content ranging from employment law and HR to psychology, counselling, and GDPR, it offers a well-rounded perspective on supporting staff, policy, and mental health. Whether you're responsible for people, policy, or peacekeeping, this bundle presents accessible lessons built for remote learning. It’s designed for those aiming to better understand fair treatment in the workplace and take informed action—without tripping over unnecessary jargon or missing the point entirely. Learning Outcomes Understand key principles of equality and workplace diversity. Learn essential foundations of HR roles and responsibilities. Explore legal frameworks in employment and workplace law. Understand basic principles of GDPR and lawful data handling. Review counselling and mental health awareness techniques. Study psychological aspects affecting modern workforce behaviour. Who is this Course For HR professionals reviewing equality and workplace legislation. Managers aiming to improve team support and morale. Office staff learning about data protection and GDPR. Employers building knowledge of workplace responsibilities. Staff in training or mentoring support roles. Counselling students interested in workplace mental health. Supervisors handling diverse staff and working relationships. Career changers exploring roles in organisational support. Career Path HR Officer – £26,000 to £35,000 per year Diversity & Inclusion Officer – £28,000 to £40,000 per year Employment Law Advisor – £30,000 to £45,000 per year Mental Health Support Worker – £21,000 to £28,000 per year Counselling Assistant – £20,000 to £26,000 per year GDPR/Data Protection Officer – £32,000 to £45,000 per year

From export headaches to import paperwork and everything in between, navigating EU customs and compliance can feel like solving a Rubik’s cube blindfolded. This 8-in-1 Premium Bundle is built to demystify it all. With topics covering GDPR, KYC, AML, and British Law—alongside logistics, MS Excel, and more—you’ll gain insight into the structured chaos of trade regulation without needing a decoder ring. Whether you're aiming to stay afloat in trade documentation or trying not to mix up your anti-money laundering obligations with your GDPR policies, this bundle offers a tidy stack of essentials. Learn the core of lawful operations, compliance protocols, and international logistics—all with a firm grip on what matters (and what’s legally required). Yes, there’s a bit of Excel too—because no one escapes spreadsheets. Learning Outcomes: Understand the key principles of import and export documentation. Learn AML procedures and financial reporting responsibilities clearly. Gain familiarity with GDPR and data protection essentials. Develop insight into logistics and supply chain frameworks. Understand British legal elements related to compliance roles. Improve documentation accuracy using core MS Excel functions. Who is this Course For: Professionals managing EU-based shipping or freight coordination. Staff responsible for KYC and anti-fraud documentation. Business owners handling cross-border product movement. Admins involved in regulatory paperwork and reporting. Office teams needing a refresher on GDPR basics. Individuals entering customs support or logistics roles. HR or finance roles tied to AML or compliance filing. Anyone curious about how trade regulations actually work. Career Path: Customs Compliance Officer – £30,000/year Import/Export Coordinator – £28,500/year Logistics Administrator – £26,000/year AML Analyst – £35,000/year Regulatory Compliance Assistant – £32,000/year KYC Officer – £33,000/year

The 'golden rule' of negotiation is simple - don't! But life's rarely that simple and very often we do have to negotiate, particularly if we want to win the business and especially if we want to win it on our terms. Such negotiations are crucial. We need to prepare for them. We need a strategy, and the skills to execute it. Does your team have a structured approach? Is it flawlessly executed, every time? Or is there room for improvement? This programme will help them master the six fundamentals of closing better business: Manage all these elements well and you will win more business, more profitably. This course will help participants: Negotiate from a position of partnership, not competition Deal more effectively and profitably with price objections Identify and practise successful sales negotiating skills Identify strengths and weaknesses as a sales negotiator Understand different types of buyer behaviour Learn to recognise negotiating tactics and stances Apply a new and proven structure to their business negotiations Identify and adapt for different behavioural styles Be alert to unconscious (non-verbal) communication Prepare and present a proposal at a final business negotiation stage Project confidence and exercise assertiveness in all sales negotiations 1 Planning for successful business negotiations This session introduces the concept of business negotiation and looks at its importance in the context of the participants' roles and activities. It briefly examines why we negotiate and the dynamics involved. Session highlights: What kind of a negotiator are you? Negotiation skills self-assessment and best practice How to establish roles and responsibilities for both parties How to identify and set objectives for both buyer and seller How to research and establish the other person's position (business negotiation stance) 2 How to structure your negotiations This module presents an eight-step framework or structure for use in negotiations and considers how best to prepare and plan your negotiations within the context of a supplier/customer relationship or business cycle. It also includes a brief review of legal responsibilities and what constitutes a 'deal'. Session highlights: Learn and apply a formal structure to use when negotiating How to establish short- and longer-term objectives and opportunities How best to plan, prepare and co-ordinate a major business negotiation meeting, or on-going negotiations Understanding of basic legal and organisational requirements 3 Verbal negotiation skills This session examines the human and communication dynamics inherent in any negotiation situation. It emphasises the importance of professional skills in preparing for a negotiation by identifying needs, wants and requirements accurately and by qualifying the competitive and organisational influences present. Session highlights: How to fully 'qualify' the other party's needs, requirements and constraints during the negotiation process by using advanced questioning and listening skills How to pre-empt negotiation objections by promoting and gaining commitment to options, benefits, value and solutions How best to propose and suggest ideas, using drawing-out skills 4 Non-verbal negotiation skills This module highlights how different personal styles, corporate cultures and organisation positions can influence events, and demonstrates practical methods for dealing with and controlling these factors. It also examines key principles of body language and non-verbal communication in a practical way. Session highlights: Gaining rapport and influencing unconsciously Understanding the importance of non-verbal communication; reading other people's meaning and communicating effectively as a result Ensure that non-verbal behaviour is fully utilised and observed to create maximum impact and monitor progress (eg, buying signals) Recognising that business negotiations are precisely structured and agreements gained incrementally 5 Proposing and 'packaging' This session highlights how best to present and package your proposal. It looks at how to pre-empt the need for negotiating by creating minor-options and 'bargaining' points, as well as how to manage the expectations and perceptions of the customer or buyer. Session highlights: How to identify the key variables that can be negotiated The power and use of 'authority' within your negotiations How to structure and present your proposal, ideas or quotation to best effect The importance of when and how to identify and influence buyer's objections 6 Dealing with price This module highlights how to best present and package price within your proposal or negotiation. In most cases, price has more to do with psychology than affordability and preparation and careful handling are essential. Session highlights: The three reasons that people will pay your asking price How to set price in a competitive market The key differences between selling and negotiating Ten ways to present price more effectively and persuasively 7 Getting to 'Yes': tactics and strategies There are many different tactics and strategies common to successful negotiators. This session looks at those that are most appropriate to the participants' own personal styles and situations. The importance of 'follow-through' is also explained and how to deal with protracted or 'stale-mate' business negotiations. Session highlights: How to negotiate price and reduce discounting early in the process How to recognise negotiating tactics and strategies in your customer or supplier Key strategies, techniques and tactics to use in negotiation The importance of follow-through and watching the details How to deal with stalled business negotiations or competitor 'lock-out' 8 Case studies and review This session examines a number of different situations and participants discuss ways to approach each. This will allow learning to be consolidated and applied in a very practical way. There will also be a chance to have individual points raised in a question and answer session. Session highlights: Case studies Question and answer Planning worksheet Negotiation 'toolkit' and check-list 9 Personal action plans Session highlights: Identify the most important personal learning points from the programme Highlight specific actions and goals Flag topics for future personal development and improvement

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This overview-level course is ideally suited for professionals seeking an introduction to microservices architecture and its application within a business context. Ideal attendee roles include software developers, system architects, technical managers, and IT professionals who are part of teams transitioning to a microservices approach. It's also an excellent starting point for non-technical roles such as product owners or business analysts who work closely with technical teams and want to better understand and become conversant in the language and principles of microservices. Overview This course combines engaging instructor-led presentations and useful demonstrations with engaging group activities. Throughout the course you'll explore: Understand the Basics of Microservices: Get to know the fundamental principles and characteristics of microservices and how they revolutionize traditional software development approaches. Explore the Design of Microservices: Gain an overview of how microservices are designed based on business requirements and what makes them unique in the software architecture world. Overview of Managing and Scaling Microservices: Get an introduction to how microservices are managed and scaled independently, and understand the significance of these features in your business operations. Familiarize with the Microservices Ecosystem: Learn about the typical patterns, best practices, and common pitfalls in the microservices world, setting a foundation for future learning and implementation. Introduction to Microservices in a Business Context: Acquire a basic understanding of how microservices can be aligned with specific business capabilities, and get a glimpse into how they can coexist with legacy systems in a business setting. Microservices have rapidly emerged as a popular architectural style, breaking down applications into small, independent services that can be developed, deployed, and scaled individually. Microservices offer a robust method to address a variety of projects, such as e-commerce platforms and content management systems, enhancing scalability and boosting productivity. This technology, when employed correctly, can greatly increase software delivery speed and system resilience, making it a crucial skill set for modern technology professionals.Understanding Microservices - A Technical Overview is a one-day course ideally suited for technical professionals seeking an introduction to microservices architecture and its application within a business context. Under the guidance of an industry expert, this engaging class combines lecture-style learning with lively demonstrations, case study review and group discussions.Throughout the course you?ll explore the principles and characteristics that define microservices, how to identify suitable projects for a microservices approach, the factors to consider when designing them, and the strategies to effectively manage and scale them within complex systems. You?ll also learn about the best practices, patterns, and anti-patterns, arming you with the knowledge to make the right architectural choices. This course also explores the real-world implementation of microservices in a business enterprise. We'll discuss how to align the application of microservices with your organization's specific business capabilities, and offer strategies for smoothly integrating this technology within existing legacy systems. Introduction to Microservices Understand what microservices are and their role in modern software development. Introduction to Microservices: what they are and why they matter. Monolithic vs Microservices: highlighting the shift and benefits. Key principles and characteristics of microservices. Identifying suitable applications for microservices transformation. Demo: Analyzing a sample application and identifying potential microservices Architecting and Managing Microservices Learn the basic strategies for scaling and managing microservices. Scaling Microservices: from a single service to hundreds. Key components of a microservices architecture. Introduction to resilience patterns: Circuit-Breakers and Bulkheads. Load management and provisioning in a microservices setup. Understanding the role of cloud services in microservices. Optional Demo: Illustrating how a microservice-based application scales in real-time Designing Microservices Learn the key aspects to consider when designing microservices. Defining microservice boundaries: Deciding the scope of a microservice. Communication patterns in microservices. Understanding Microservice endpoints. Exploring data stores and transaction boundaries in microservices. Overcoming challenges in Microservices design. Demo: Designing microservices for a hypothetical business requirement Implementing Microservices in a Business Enterprise Understand the process and considerations for implementing microservices in an enterprise context. Assessing enterprise readiness for microservices. Building the business case for microservices: strategic advantages and potential challenges. Aligning microservices with business capabilities. Organizational changes: Team structures and processes for microservices. Dealing with Legacy Systems: Strategies for microservices integration. Demo: Exploring a case study of successful microservices implementation in a business enterprise The Microservices Ecosystem Understand the key tools and best practices in the Microservices ecosystem. Understanding the typical Microservices Stack. Monitoring and Logging in Microservices. Introduction to Docker: Containerization of Microservices. Deployment strategies in a Microservices setup. Introduction to Orchestration in Microservices Demo: Containerizing and deploying a simple microservice Microservices Deployment Strategies Understand various ways to safely introduce changes in a microservices environment. The concept of Blue-Green Deployment: changing services without downtime. Canary Releases and Feature Toggles: slowly rolling out changes to users. Database changes in a microservices environment: keeping data consistent. Demo: Examining various deployment strategies Microservices Best Practices and DevOps Learn key strategies to ensure a smooth operation of your microservices setup. The DevOps culture in Microservices: collaboration for efficiency. Defining a Minimum Viable Product in a Microservices setup: building small, delivering fast. Dealing with data in a distributed setup: managing Data Islands. The importance of Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery in a microservices setup. Governance: Keeping track of your services and their consumers. Demo: Visualizing a simple continuous delivery pipeline Microservices Patterns and Anti-Patterns Learn about common do's and don'ts when working with microservices. Understanding patterns that help with efficient microservices operation. Recognizing and avoiding anti-patterns that can hinder performance. Dealing with common challenges: dependencies between services, managing service boundaries. Demo: Examples of real-world patterns and anti-patterns Simple Overview of OAuth and OpenID for Microservices Introduction to OAuth and OpenID: What they are and why they matter in Microservices. The role of tokens in OAuth 2.0: How they help in securing communications. A simplified look at OpenID Connect: Linking identities across services. Demo

Managing a purchase ledger efficiently is fundamental to maintaining an organisation’s financial health. This course offers a detailed introduction to the purchase ledger, highlighting its role in the broader accounting framework and why accurate management is essential for smooth business operations. Participants will explore the key principles behind purchase ledger control accounts and learn how to oversee transactions to maintain balance and accuracy in financial records. Through this course, learners will gain insight into the skills required to manage purchase ledgers effectively, including reconciliation techniques and the benefits of adopting paperless systems. The modules are designed to guide you through the processes involved in handling supplier invoices, payments, and ledger reconciliation with confidence. Whether you are new to finance or seeking to refresh your knowledge, this course delivers the knowledge needed to improve ledger accuracy and efficiency, boosting overall financial organisation performance. Course Curriculum: Module 01: Introduction to Purchase Ledger Module 02: Importance of Purchase Ledger Module 03: Skills for Purchase Ledger Management Module 04: Purchase Ledger Control Account Module 05: Managing Purchase Ledger Successfully Module 06: Reconciliation Module 07: The Key to a Paperless Purchase Ledger World Course Assessment You will immediately be given access to a specifically crafted MCQ test upon completing an online module. For each test, the pass mark will be set to 60%. Accredited Certificate After successfully completing this Purchase Ledger - CPD Accredited course, you will qualify for the CPD Quality Standards (CPD QS) certified certificate from Training Express. CPD 10 CPD hours / points Accredited by The CPD Quality Standards (CPD QS) Who is this course for? The Purchase Ledger - CPD Accredited training is ideal for highly motivated individuals or teams who want to enhance their skills and efficiently skilled employees. Requirements There are no formal entry requirements for the course, with enrollment open to anyone! Career path Learn the essential skills and knowledge you need to excel in your professional life with the help & guidance from our Purchase Ledger - CPD Accredited training.