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Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Experienced system administrators and network administrators Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Describe the NSX Advanced Load Balancer architecture, components, and main functions Explain the key features and benefits of NSX Advanced Load Balancer Explain and configure local load-balancing constructs such as virtual services, pools, health monitors, and related components Recognize web application breaches and threats Recognize multiple attack vectors such as web scraping, Layer 7 Denial of Service, brute force, and code injections Explain the components of NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF that build a security pipeline to protect a web application from being attacked Describe how to configure the NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF components Describe an NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF operational task such as setting up an application with WAF, tuning the WAF Policy, and working with logs and analytics Explain the NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF best practices for on-boarding a web application; configuring WAF settings for effective application security Explain how to size the NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF data plane Explain the WAF Application learning feature, configuration of Application learning, Virtual Patching concepts, common caveats, and troubleshooting while deploying in any environment Recognize NSX Advanced Load Balancer Cloud Services that include threat Intelligence services Describe the Threat Intelligence service provided by NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF and how the NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF Threat Intelligence service receives live security threat feed for multiple attack vectors from Cloud Services (formerly Avi Pulse) Describe the NSX Advanced Load Balancer DataScript capabilities for detecting and defending against advance and zero-day attacks. Discuss the relevant NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF logs and perform basic troubleshooting of applications that are protected by NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF Explain the NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF capability to protect Personally Identifiable Information (PII) This three-day course provides comprehensive training to install, configure, and manage a VMware NSX Advanced Load Balancer Web Application Firewall (WAF) solution. This course covers key NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF features and functionality offered in the NSX Advanced Load Balancer 22.1.3 release for web security and application attack protection. Features include security pipeline, application learning, policy tuning, false positive mitigation, virtual patching, threat intelligence, troubleshooting, logs, analytics, and solution monitoring. Hands-on labs provide access to an NSX Advanced Load Balancer environment to reinforce the skills and concepts presented in the course. Course Introduction Introduction and course logistics Course objectives Introduction to NSX Advanced Load Balancer Illustrate NSX Advanced Load Balancer Explain NSX Advanced Load Balancer architecture and components Describe control plane clustering and high availability Describe data plane high availability mode Understand the common terminologies used with NSX Advanced Load Balancer Explain the NSX Advanced Load Balancer service elements Explain virtual service components and how to configure a virtual service Explain application profiles and network profiles Explain the pool configuration options and how to configure a pool Explain the available load-balancing algorithms Explain and configure SSL profiles and certificates Explain cloud connectors and cloud connector integration modes Explain multiple health monitor types Understand client logs Introduction to Application Security Understand web application security breaches and the implication of breaches Explain common terminologies related to Web Application Security Understand the different teams involved to secure applications Attacking Web Applications Understand the various web application security testing methodologies Understand the OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities Understand the tools to generate a web application attack Describe a few types of web application attacks Types of Transport Understand different web traffic transport modes Describe web traffic and API traffic NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF Components Understand the core design principles of NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF Describe the NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF components that build the WAF security pipeline Understand the NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF configuration objects NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF Operations Examine how to set up an application with WAF Describe considerations for the WAF policy Work with WAF logs and analytics Describe WAF policy tuning Describe the options available to remediate false positive mitigation NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF Best Practices Describe technical and application considerations for onboarding an application front ended by WAF Describe best practices to remediate false positive mitigation. Describe how to manage a response from a back-end application server and client upload to the application server Describe the consideration for setting the rigidity of a WAF signature rule set Describe the options available to identify client traffic NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF Sizing Understand how to do WAF data plane sizing in Greenfield and Brownfield deployments NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF Custom Rules Understand WAF custom rules Describe the need and recommendation for custom rules Describe ModSecurity rules Understand the ModSecurity rule structure and explain how to construct the rule Analyze a sample custom rule for the use-case scenario for in-depth understanding of a custom rule NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF Application Learning Understand the significance of Application Learning Explain the Positive Security Model architecture Describe the WAF multifaceted Application Learning technique to build an application model for creating positive security rules Describe how to view the data that is learned by the Application learning module Describe the WAF Virtual Patching technique to construct a WAF policy from Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) scanner results Understand the conditions for sharing WAF Learning Data and PSM Group in WAF Policy. Malware Protection Through ICAP in NSX Advanced Load Balancer Understand Malicious File Upload Protection and ICAP workflow Describe ICAP configuration and log analytics NSX Advanced Load Balancer IP Reputation Understand IP Reputation concepts and their integration with NSX Advanced Load Balancer Describe IP Reputation configuration, log analytics, and troubleshooting DataScript for Application Security Describe DataScript events and reference Describe application security using DataScript Explain how to troubleshoot DataScript issues Rate Limiting and DOS Describe and configure the NSX Advanced Load Balancer rate limiter technique Describe protection from denial of service (DoS) attacks and distributed DoS (DDoS) attacks in NSX Advanced Load Balancer Explain the Service Engine general advice and guidance for DDOS Bot Management Understand Bots Describe the Bot Management mechanism in NSX Advanced Load Balancer Describe how to configure NSX Advanced Load Balancer Bot Management Managing Personally Identifiable Information in NSX Advanced Load Balancer Understand Personally Identifiable Information (PII) Understand the scope of managing PII in NSX Advanced Load Balancer Describe how to configure the hidden PII in NSX Advanced Load Balancer logs using profiles and WAF rules. Threat Intelligence Introduce the Threat Intelligence service Describe the Threat Intelligence live security threat feed for multiple attack vectors Describe how to configure Threat Intelligence in NSX Advanced Load Balancer Application Programming Interface Security Define Application Programming Interface (API) Security Understand API authentication and authorization using virtual service authentication mechanisms used for a virtual service such as LDAP, SAML, JSON Web Token, and OAUTH Understand API Rate Limiting in NSX Advanced Load Balancer Understand the NSX Advanced Load Balancer WAF Protection for API Additional course details:Notes Delivery by TDSynex, Exit Certified and New Horizons an VMware Authorised Training Centre (VATC) Nexus Humans VMware NSX Advanced Load Balancer: Web Application Firewall Security [V22.x] training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the VMware NSX Advanced Load Balancer: Web Application Firewall Security [V22.x] course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Workspace ONE UEM operators and administrators, account managers, solutions architects, solutions engineers, sales engineers, and consultants. Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Explain and apply the fundamental techniques for launching and maintaining an intelligence-driven, multiplatform endpoint management solution with Workspace ONE UEM Outline the components of Workspace ONE UEM Explain the general features and functionality enabled with Workspace ONE UEM Summarize basic Workspace ONE administrative functions Explain and deploy common Workspace ONE integrations Securely deploy configurations to Workspace ONE UEM managed devices Onboard device endpoints into Workspace ONE UEM Summarize alternative management methodologies for rugged devices Discuss strategies to maintain environment and device fleet health Configure and deploy applications to Workspace ONE UEM managed devices Analyze Workspace ONE UEM deployments Enable email access on devices Integrate Workspace ONE UEM with content repositories and corporate file shares Explain the general features and functionality that Workspace ONE Access enables Demonstrate how to integrate Workspace ONE UEM with Workspace ONE Access Summarize and implement Workspace ONE productivity services into the digital workspace environment Explain the methods of enabling mobile single sign-on for endpoints managed in the digital workspace Configure Workspace ONE Access to support SAML 2.0 for federated authentication across the workforce Summarize basic troubleshooting methodologies Outline common troubleshooting techniques in the Workspace ONE UEM console Outline common troubleshooting techniques when integrating enterprise solutions in the Workspace ONE UEM console Summarize common troubleshooting strategies for Workspace ONE UEM managed devices Outline common application management troubleshooting techniques in the Workspace ONE UEM console Summarize common troubleshooting techniques for email management in the Workspace ONE UEM console Explain common troubleshooting approaches for the VMware Unified Access Gateway™ platform and individual edge services Outline useful troubleshooting tools, such as the Self-Service Portal and VMware Workspace ONE Assist™ In this extended five-day course, you learn how to apply the fundamental techniques for launching and maintaining an intelligence-driven, multiplatform endpoint management solution with VMware Workspace ONE© UEM. Through a combination of hands-on labs, simulations, and interactive lectures, you will configure and manage the endpoint life cycle. After the course, you will have the foundational knowledge necessary to implement Workspace ONE UEM effectively.In addition, you learn how to apply the fundamental techniques for integrating VMware Workspace ONE© Access? with Workspace ONE UEM to distribute business-critical applications securely from any device and configure access management controls. You will learn how Workspace ONE uses various authentication methods and protocols to determine user access permissions and enable single sign-on, and you will leave with an understanding of the fundamental principles of identity and access management.Finally, you learn to investigate, analyze, and determine issues that might occur with the different components of Workspace ONE UEM. Troubleshooting is the backbone of service maintenance and management. By understanding how to effectively troubleshoot product issues, administrators can understand how product services communicate and function, in turn optimizing service and software health management. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives Online resources and references Platform Architecture Summarize the features and functionality of Workspace ONE UEM Outline the benefits of leveraging Workspace ONE UEM Recognize the core and productivity components that make up the Workspace ONE UEM platform Summarize high availability and disaster recovery for Workspace ONE Solution Administration Navigate and customize the Workspace ONE UEM console Summarize the hierarchical management structure Explain the features and functions of Workspace ONE Hub Services Outline account options and permissions Enterprise Integrations Outline the process and needs to integrate with directory services Explain certificate authentication and practical implementation with Workspace ONE Explain the benefits of integrating an email SMTP service into the Workspace ONE UEM console Describe VMware Dynamic Environment Manager? and its architecture Onboarding Outline the prerequisite configurations in the Workspace ONE UEM environment for onboarding devices for management Outline the steps for setting up autodiscovery in the Workspace ONE UEM console Enroll an endpoint through the VMware Workspace ONE© Intelligent Hub app Summarize platform onboarding options Managing Endpoints Explain the differences between device and user profiles Describe policy management options for Windows and macOS Describe the functions and benefits of using compliance policies Explain the use cases for Freestyle Orchestrator Describe the capabilities that sensors and scripts enable Alternative Management Methods Describe the function and benefits of device staging Configure product provisioning in the Workspace ONE UEM console Understand the benefits of deploying a VMware Workspace ONE© Launcher? configuration to Android devices List the system and device requirements for Linux device management in Workspace ONE UEM Applications Describe the features, benefits, and capabilities of application management in Workspace ONE UEM Understand and configure deployment settings for public, internal, and paid applications in the Workspace ONE UEM console Describe the benefits of using Apple Business Manager content integration Describe the benefits of using server-to-client software distribution List the functions and benefits of VMware Workspace ONE© SDK Device Email List the email clients supported by Workspace ONE UEM Configure an Exchange Active Sync profile in the Workspace ONE UEM console Configure VMware Workspace ONE© Boxer settings Summarize the available email infrastructure integration models and describe their workflows Configure email compliance policies and notifications services Content Sharing Describe the benefits of using Content Gateway and the Content Gateway workflows Describe the benefits of integrating content repositories with Workspace ONE UEM Configure a repository in the Workspace ONE UEM console Maintenance Manage endpoints from the Device List View and the Device Details View pages Analyze endpoint deployment and compliance data from the Monitor Overview page Workspace ONE Access Summarize the benefits of Workspace ONE Access Outline the core features and functions that Workspace ONE Access enables Navigate the Workspace ONE Access console Explain the functions of directory integration with Workspace ONE Access Explain the various types of authentication protocols enabled by Workspace ONE Access Integrating Workspace ONE UEM and Workspace ONE Access Explain the rationale for integrating Workspace ONE UEM and Workspace ONE Access Outline the process of connecting Workspace ONE UEM and Workspace ONE Access Explain the integrations workflow Summarize the key features of an integrated solution Productivity Integrations Identify the functions enabled by Unified Access Gateway Outline the purpose of the VMware AirWatch© Secure Email Gateway? edge service Explain the features enabled by the VMware Workspace ONE© Tunnel? edge service Summarize the capabilities enabled by the Content Gateway edge service SAML 2.0 Authentication Outline authentication methods supported by Workspace ONE Access Summarize the main properties of the SAML protocol Summarize the SAML authentication workflow Explain the application single sign-on authentication workflow with SAML Mobile Single Sign-On Describe the concept of mobile single sign-on Outline mobile single sign-on workflows Intelligence and Automation Summarize the features of VMware Workspace ONE© Intelligence? Outline the benefits of using Workspace ONE Intelligence Fundamentals of Troubleshooting Workspace ONE UEM Outline software troubleshooting logic and support methods Summarize the main process flows for the Workspace ONE UEM components Explain the importance of Workspace ONE UEM process flows for troubleshooting Identify different Workspace ONE UEM log files Workspace ONE UEM Console Troubleshooting Outline the best practices for troubleshooting Workspace ONE UEM console issues Identify common issues related to group management and assignment Outline common issues related to Workspace ONE UEM console roles and system settings Understand how analytic events can be used to identity platform errors Summarize the steps for collecting and analyzing Workspace ONE UEM console logs Integration Troubleshooting Outline the common enterprise integrations in Workspace ONE UEM Outline common troubleshooting techniques for the VMware AirWatch© Cloud Connector? Troubleshoot issues related to Directory Services integration Identify directory user and groups synchronization issues Troubleshoot issues related to certificate authority integration Explain Workspace ONE Access integration and Workspace ONE Intelligent Hub troubleshooting techniques Endpoint Troubleshooting Compare the endpoint connection topologies in Workspace ONE UEM Outline useful tools and resources for endpoint troubleshooting Summarize the best practices for device enrollment troubleshooting Explain device connectivity troubleshooting techniques Understand how to identify and resolve profile-related issues Identify common compliance policy issues and potential root causes Application Troubleshooting Explain the different scoping questions for troubleshooting applications Review application management configurations Summarize the general tools and resources for application troubleshooting Describe the general logic of troubleshooting public applications Understand internal application issues and potential causes Explain purchased application troubleshooting techniques Unified Access Gateway And Edge Services Troubleshooting Review Unified Access Gateway architecture and edge service workflows Understand Unified Access Gateway general configurations Explain how to utilize Unified Access Gateway related troubleshooting tools and resources Identify

Date: Thursday 28th September Time: 4pm Location: Studio A - Landor Road Event Details: Richard Hewitt is a film producer, who has previously worked in the industry as a 1st AD and Production Manager over the last few decades. He has kindly agreed to visit CFS to discuss hiss experiences in these roles, whilst shining a light on the different types of producers and their responsibilities. He has produced many well known and respected movies, including: - Bohemian Rhapsody - The Theory of Everything - Never Let Me Go - The Aeronauts The session will wrap with a wider Q+A session at the end. This is a free event that all students are welcome to attend. Be sure to book tickets in advance though so that you don't miss out!

Calling all aspiring filmmakers and film enthusiasts! Join us for an engaging taster session on filmmaking, specially designed for students like you. Led by BA Practical Course Leader Devon Dickson, this session aims to explore the art of creating films that go beyond traditional performances and instead capture evocative and unforgettable cinematic truth. Discover how visual narrative can unlock your unique voice as a filmmaker. Devon Dickson, an accomplished writer, producer, and director with over 25 years of experience, will share his valuable insights gained from working on feature films, television shows, and over 300 commercials across 30 countries. His work has reached billions of viewers worldwide, making him a remarkable mentor for budding filmmakers. During this taster session, you'll delve into the philosophy and principles that form the foundations of our teaching here at Central Film School. Through practical examples and captivating case studies, you'll witness how this innovative approach to filmmaking can elevate your creativity and storytelling skills. Whether you're a film student, a passionate movie lover, or simply curious about the art of cinema, this taster session promises to be an inspiring and educational experience. No prior experience in filmmaking is required, so all students are welcome to attend. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to learn from one of the industry's most experienced professionals. Reserve your spot now and embark on a journey to unlock your unique voice in filmmaking!

Maximising the team's sales capability is the key aim for any sales manager. When sales people struggle to hit their targets, it falls to the sales manager to provide support and help colleagues to find their way again. One of the most effective techniques for sales managers to improve and maintain sales performance is by providing live sales coaching. Sales coaching encourages sales people to find their own solutions and take responsibility for their own development. This course will help participants: Develop people to fulfil their sales potential Provide motivational feedback Identify strengths and weaknesses of their team members Understand personal learning styles Identify and adapt for different personality styles Prepare and conduct on-the-job observations Motivate sales people to greater performance 1 How is sales coaching different from sales training? What is coaching? Discover how coaching empowers sales people Learn the best time to use sales coaching Decide which people should be coached first Creating a development plan 2 Understanding learning, behavioural and communication styles Use practical tools to help you assess individual styles Tap into the essence and energy of the person you are developing Understand your own learning, behavioural and communication preferences Develop a strategy to adopt for each member of your team Discover what motivates you and your salespeople to perform Appreciate how this knowledge will improve your sales conversion 3 Using the GROW coaching model Learn the secrets of a successful coaching session Discover the importance of SMART objectives and instructions Understand and capture what coachees are currently doing right Develop their problem-solving and decision-making skills Help your colleagues crystalise their plans and actions Provide follow-up opportunities to embed the learning 4 Giving motivational feedback Understand why effective feedback is so powerful in sales Learn key models for motivational feedback Discover how to manage and structure more difficult conversations Understand the power of positive reinforcement Encourage sales people to coach and support colleagues 5 Putting it into practice Use realistic scenarios to provide opportunities for practice Discover what it feels like to be coached Receive immediate feedback on your coaching style Share common performance issues with fellow sales managers Create a personal development plan 6 Preparing on-the-job observations and joint visits Build a strategy for coaching and team development Prepare an observation template for effective coaching Learn the key elements of preparation for your next coaching session Agree common areas to focus on with coachees 7 Action planning Personal action plans

A flexible, modular-based, programme to heighten participants' awareness of ways in which their operations can affect the environment, the principles of environmental management and the practical steps they need to take as individuals and as an organisation to improve environmental performance. Depending on the course modules selected, this programme will give participants: Increased awareness of relevant environmental issues A greater understanding of, and commitment to, the organisation's environmental management programme Preparation for any responsibilities they may have under an Environmental Management System Further benefits according to options chosen 1 Environmental awareness Definition of 'the environment' Key environmental issuesGlobal warmingOzone depletionAcid rainAir qualityWater pollutionContaminated landLand take and green belt shrinkageResource usageHabitat destruction and species extinctions. Option: This module can be used to explain the key environmental issues related to the activities of your own organisation. Diagrams, photos, pictures, examples and statistics relevant to your own organisation are used where possible to illustrate the points being made. 2 Environmental legislation Key elements of environmental legislation affecting the activities of your organisation - including international, European and UK legislation. Legislation of particular relevance to your organisation - how it affects the operations of your organisation Option: Legislation can be dealt with according to which aspect of the environment it protects (eg, air, water, waste) or which part of your organisation's activities it affects Consequences of breaching legislation 3 Environmental management systems Overview of what an environmental management system isHow is an Environmental Management System (EMS) designed and put together?Key elements (emphasising Plan - Do - Check - Review cycle)The need to continually improve Pros and consReasons for having an EMSBenefits of an EMSConsequences of not managing the environmentCosts of installing an EMS Explanation of ISO 14001 and EMAS standards and guidance as applicable to the EMSs of your organisationOverview of your organisation's EMSHow it was set up / is being developed / operatesWho is responsible for itKey parts of system (eg, environmental policy, objectives and targets) identified and discussedEMS documentation - what and where it is. Workshop option: Brainstorm 'Pros and cons' with the participants, come up with all their ideas for good and bad things about EMS and demonstrate that the 'good' list is longer than the 'bad' 4 Environmental consequences Define what an environmental impact is and discuss how they are determined, with reference to the EMS Identify why we want to determine the environmental consequences of operations and activities; how they are used in the EMS for planning, and reducing the impact on the environment Establish key environmental consequences of construction and operational activities on the site; discuss significance ranking and the control measures in place in your organisation. Workshop option: In small groups, participants are asked to identify the impact on the environment of your organisation's activities or a part of their activities. They are then asked to rank these impacts in terms of their significance, using guidelines provided to help them be aware of the contributing factors (eg, frequency, severity). For a selected number of the impacts, the participants are asked to identify what control measures there are and which of these they play a part in. All stages can be discussed with trainers as a whole group at various stages during the workshop. 5 Protected species, nature conservation and invasive weeds Nature conservation, landscape and visual issues in the planning process - overview of key nature UK wildlife legislation, EIA, appropriate timing of surveys, Hedgerow regulations and landscape and visual impact issues Ecological issues - ecological legislation, significant species, hedgerows Archaeology in the development process - why archaeology is important, organisation in the UK, legislation and planning guidance Construction phase issues and consents - major environmental issues during construction, including water resources and land drainage consents, discharges to land or water, water abstraction, public rights of way, tree protection, waste management, Special waste, noise, good practice pollution control and Environmental Audits Identification and management of invasive weeds - including legal position regarding management 6 Chemicals and fuels handling and storage How health and safety management is closely linked to environmental management of materials Planning - what mechanisms are in place for planning materials use; legislation, guidance and policies which define how to manage materials Materials storage - what are the considerations for storing materials, covering:Labels: what are the different types and what do they tell us?Storage facilities: what are the requirements for safe storage of materials (eg, signs, secondary containment, access, segregation, lids/covers)Handling: safe handling for protecting the environment, organisational procedures, high risk situations (eg, decanting, deliveries), how to reduce the risks (eg, use of funnels, proper supervision, training)COSHH and MSDS: brief explanation of legislation and its role in environmental control of hazardous materials, how to use the information provided by COSHH assessments Option: These sessions can be illustrated with photographs/pictures and examples of good and bad storage and handling practices Workshop Options: Labelling Quiz - quick-fire quiz on what different labels tell us; Build a Storage Facility - participants are asked to consider all the environmental requirements for building a safe storage facility for their organisation 7 On-site control measures Overview of the legislation associated with nuisance issues on site and mitigating problems when they arise Examples of bad practice, including fuel storage tanks and mobile equipment - costs involved with prosecution of fuel spills, remediation costs, management costs, legal fees, bad PR coverage Identification and management of contaminated land and relevant legislation Workshop option: Participants are provided with a site plan containing information on site features, environmental conditions and indications of potential issues 8 Waste management Why worry about waste? - a look at how waste disposal can impact on the environment, illustrated by examples of waste-related incidents, statistics on waste production on national, industry-wide and organisational levels, landfill site space, etc Legislation - overview of the relevant legislation, what the main requirements of the regulations are, what penalties there are, and the associated documentation (waste transfer notes) Waste classification - a more in-depth look at how waste is classified under legislation according to hazardous properties, referring to Environment Agency guidance Handling and storage requirements - what are the requirements of the applicable waste legislation and how are they covered by organisational procedures? Examples of good and bad environmental practice associated with handling and storing waste. Workshop option: 'Brown bag' exercise - participants pass round a bag containing tags each with a different waste printed on. They are asked to pick out a tag and identify the classification and the handling, storage and disposal requirements for the waste they select Waste minimisation - overview of the waste minimisation 'ladder' and its different options (elimination, reduction, reuse and recycling), benefits of waste minimisation, examples of waste minimisation techniques Workshop option: Participants are asked to identify opportunities that actually exist within the organisation for minimising production of waste that are not currently being taken advantage of 9 Auditing Requirements for environmental auditing of operations Auditing the EMS Types of internal and external audits Requirements EMS standards (ISO 14001 and EMAS) Carrying out internal audits and being prepared for external audits Workshop options:Mock audit 'Brown Bag' - can be used either for trainers to test participants as if they were in an audit situation, or for the participants to test each other and practice their auditing technique. The bag contains tags each with a different topic printed on (eg, waste skips); participants pass the bag round and select a tag; they are then questioned by the trainer or another participant about that topic as if they were in an audit situation. If the participants are auditing each other, they will be provided with a set of guidelines to keep in mind during the workshop.Virtual auditing - a more practical workshop where participants review photographs of situations/activities relevant to the organisation's operations. They are asked to identify all the good and bad environmental practices that are occurring in the situations. 10 Incident response What should you do when an incident does happen? What should be in a spill kit? When should you call in the experts? When should you inform the Environment Agency or Environmental Health Officer? Workshop option: The participants are provided with some incident scenarios and asked to develop a response to the incident 11 Monitoring and reporting Environmental monitoring programmes and procedures Monitoring and reporting as control measures for environmental consequences Monitoring and environmental 'STOP' card systems - personal and behavioural monitoring and reporting

This training day will help managers explore what they need to do to create a motivating environment at work and learn some theory, tools and ideas to inspire motivation at individual and team level. Motivation is a key factor in effective people management and successful team performance. It involves engaging and inspiring your people and developing them in such ways as to improve their effectiveness and thus have a greater benefit to customers. It can also involve having tough conversations with those who do not seem to be motivated. By the end of the workshop participants will be able to: Identify key motivating factors at work and learn and create ideas to better engage staff Learn a conversation tool to use for challenging discussions Explain their role in motivating staff and understand a range of techniques and approaches to use in the workplace Review learning and have an action plan to take back and implement at work 1 Welcome, housekeeping, objectives Breaking the ice Setting personal objectives 2 Group work: identifying personal motivators and where they come from 3 Defining motivation The characteristics of a motivated team Input and group discussion 4 Factors impacting on motivation at work Using pre-work to identify challenges, hotspots and obstacles Feedback in plenary Exploring the benefits of motivation that address current challenges and agreeing outcomes for change 5 Commitment vs. compliance - organisational engagement and the manager's approach to buy in 6 Team challenge task using a theory about motivation Trainer input and review in plenary 7 Group task - complete a plan for individuals identified in pre-workshop task 8 Skill / will - a motivation tool: trainer input, followed by tasks that are assessed and discussed in peer groups 1-2-1 feedback task on approaches and plans to be taken back and used at work Feedback and plenary review 9 DEAL - a conversation tool: how to construct a conversation plan about motivation with an individual Peer professional 1-2-1s to practice the discussion planned and gain feedback 10 Review, evaluation and action planning

The ability to influence others is a life skill but also one that has never been so critically useful at work. This one day workshop will set you on the road to discover what you need to be able to think and do that will help you take people with you. This involves learning some new tools and strategies that fit the situation you are in and making sure you use the right skills and behaviours to influence well, whether it is a single person or a room full of cynical expectant people! This workshop will enable you to: Learn about and understand influencing styles and strategies available and formulate plans and ideas on how to use them in influencing situations Understand which skills and behaviours to use to be the most effective influencer Have greater confidence in situations where they need to influence someone Use thinking, speaking and behavioural techniques that enable influencing to be effective and positive Review and evaluate learning and have an action plan to take back and implement in the workplace 1 Welcome, introductions & getting to know you and why you are here Course objectives 2 Personal objectives Introducing a learning diary 3 Gallery exercise - using images of exemplars brought by participants Plenary discussion The skills and behaviours of an exemplar influencer 4 Group task - what does your self-evaluation say? Discussion and conclusions 5 Influencing - what is it? - why do we need it? The current organisational landscape including values and behaviours the influencer operates in 6 Pit Stop - 'pull / push', 'the lost horse' and 'talking at' 7 Direct / support / delegate / coach: the different choices and approaches to choose from 8 Updating the learning diary 9 Power and types of power - its impact on influencing ability and approach and what is within your control Group task and discussion 10 The 5 influencing styles tool Series of tasks and exercises Drilling down to a personal action plan for maximising influence 11 'The person with the most flexibility has the most influence' Skills and behaviours for effective influencing Exercises and techniques that develop skills for influencing 12 Review and evaluation Action planning

The leadership role of the project manager is increasingly recognised as a key determinant in delivering success. These skills can often be critical in project situations, where tight budgets and deadlines demand the highest levels of team performance and where the working environment presents fresh challenges on a daily basis. This programme focuses on the leadership skills required of project managers and will benefit anyone involved in managing projects large or small wishing to extend or enhance those skills. The objectives of this programme are to help the participants: Understand the significance of leadership skills to the project manager and the impact of these skills on project performance Review the key skills needed to be an effective 'multi-dimensional' project leader and learn how to develop, adapt and apply them in practice Learn how to identify the preferred leadership style for the context and organisational culture of a project and how to develop personal style versatility Understand the role of the project leader in building an effective team and the skills required to promote and sustain team performance Gain a better understanding of the interpersonal skills needed to motivate individual team members and harness the full potential of the team DAY ONE 1 Introduction Aims and objectives Personal objectives 2 Project management and leadership What is a leader? How much can leadership be learned? The project environment and the impact of leadership skills The characteristics of high performance project teams and their leaders 3 Principles of effective leadership Some useful models and theories of leadership explored Types of leadership; choosing how to use leadership power Evaluating personal leadership style; how to develop style flexibility 4 Syndicate case study: Leadership in action Review of the role of leadership in a contemporary project Feedback and plenary discussion: effective project leadership 5 Team exercise: Leadership skills of the project manager Teams compete in performing a project simulation Project review and feedback Discussion of the outcome: role and skills of the project leader 6 Leadership skills for project managers The 3 dimensions of project leadership: inwards, outwards, and upwards The vital role of communication skills and how to develop them Developing a 'project vision': strategic thinking skills Understanding others; emotional intelligence skills Being a visible leader; behavioural and influencing skills Building effective relationships; the importance of trust and respect DAY TWO 7 Leading the project team The role of leadership in developing team performance Understanding individual strengths; recognising team role preferences Managing conflict and promoting positive team dynamics Setting standards, maintaining discipline and rewarding performance Harnessing team potential: building motivation within the team Promoting team learning; the team leader as coach / mentor 8 Leading through the organisation Gaining the support others; developing effective influencing skills Getting empowerment from key stakeholders Knowing when and how to take the initiative and lead Building and maintaining rapport with key partners Becoming an effective team player in leadership teams Becoming a business leader; leading colleagues and co-workers 9 Team exercise: Leadership and negotiation Teams engage in a negotiation exercise Exercise review and feedback Discussion of the outcome: negotiation skills of the project leader 10 Negotiation skills for project leaders Characteristics of effective negotiators Classic problem behaviours and mind-sets to avoid Getting to win-win; building partnership and trust 11 Leading more senior stakeholders The challenges and skills of leading and managing upwards Communicating with more senior stakeholders; building credibility Negotiating upwards: knowing when and how The role of networking skills; building and maintaining rapport Handling disagreements; the art of diplomacy Handling personality and style conflicts with more senior people

This course is very much a discussion, so be prepared to present and critically analyse your own and class mates work. You will also need to bring a few examples of work you have done in the past. Learning and applying best practice visualisation principles will improve effective discussions amongst decision makers throughout your organisation. As a result more end-users of your dashboards will be able to make better decisions, more quickly. This 2 Day training course is aimed at analysts with good working knowledge of BI tools (we use Tableau to present, but attendees can use their own software such as Power BI or Qlik Sense). It is a great preparation for taking advanced certifications, such as Tableau Certified Professional. Contact us to discuss the Visual Analytics Best Practice course Email us if you are interested in an on-site course, or would be interested in different dates and locations This Tableau Desktop training intermediate course is designed for the professional who has a solid foundation with Tableau and is looking to take it to the next level. Attendees should have a good understanding of the fundamental concepts of building Tableau worksheets and dashboards typically achieved from having attended our Tableau Desktop Foundation Course. At the end of this course you will be able to communicate insights more effectively, enabling your organisation to make better decisions, quickly. The Tableau Desktop Analyst training course is aimed at people who are used to working with MS Excel or other Business Intelligence tools and who have preferably been using Tableau already for basic reporting. The course includes the following topics: WHAT IS VISUAL ANALYSIS? Visual Analytics Visual Analytics Process Advantages of Visual Analysis Exercise: Interpreting Visualisations HOW DO WE PROCESS VISUAL INFORMATION? Memory and Processing Types Exercise: Identifying Types of Processing Cognitive Load Exercise: Analysing Cognitive Load Focus and Guide the Viewer Remove Visual Distractions Organise Information into Chunks Design for Proximity Exercise: Reducing Cognitive Load SENSORY MEMORY Pre-attentive Attributes Quantitatively-Perceived Attributes Categorically-Perceived Attributes Exercise: Analysing Pre-attentive Attributes Form & Attributes Exercise: Using Form Effectively Colour & Attributes Exercise: Using Colour Effectively Position & Attributes Exercise: Using Position Effectively ENSURING VISUAL INTEGRITY Informing without Misleading Gestalt Principles Visual Area Axis & Scale Colour Detail Exercise: Informing without Misleading CHOOSING THE RIGHT VISUALISATION Comparing and Ranking Categories Comparing Measures Comparing Parts to Whole Viewing Data Over Time Charts Types for Mapping Viewing Correlation Viewing Distributions Viewing Specific Values DASHBOARDS AND STORIES Exercise: Picking the Chart Type Exercise: Brainstorming Visual Best Practice Development Process for Dashboards and Stories Plan the Visualisation Create the Visualisation Test the Visualisation Exercise: Designing Dashboards and Stories This training course includes over 20 hands-on exercises to help participants “learn by doing” and to assist group discussions around real-life use cases. Each attendee receives an extensive training manual which covers the theory, practical applications and use cases, exercises and solutions together with a USB with all the materials required for the training. The course starts at 09:30 on the first day and ends at 17:00. On the second day the course starts at 09:00 and ends at 17:00. Students must bring their own laptop with an active version of Tableau Desktop 10.5 (or later) pre-installed. What People Are Saying About This Course "Steve was willing to address questions arising from his content in a full and understandable way"Lisa L. "Really enjoyed the course and feel the subject and the way it was taught was very close to my needs"James G. "The course tutor Steve was incredibly helpful and taught the information very well while making the two days very enjoyable."Bradd P. "The host and his courses will give you the tools and confidence that you need to be comfortable with Tableau."Jack S. "Steve was fantastic with his knowledge and knowhow about the product. Where possible he made sure you could put demonstrations in to working practice, to give the audience a clear understanding."Tim H. "This was a very interesting and helpful course, which will definitely help me produce smarter, cleaner visualisations that will deliver more data-driven insights within our business."Richard A. "Steve is very open to questions and will go out of his way to answer any query. Thank you"Wasif N. "Steve was willing to address questions arising from his content in a full and understandable way"Lisa L. "Really enjoyed the course and feel the subject and the way it was taught was very close to my needs"James G.