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Developing a Training Strategy
Developing a Training Strategy

In today’s fast-paced business environment, developing a training strategy is crucial for organizational growth and employee development. However, in a busy and often chaotic work atmosphere, training for employees is often the last item to make it to the corporate agenda. Assuming it made it to that list, a clear approach to developing a training strategy is often needed to ensure measured success. A well-crafted training strategy is a plan that clearly outlines how to build the training roadmap for…

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Can I Increase Training Effectiveness?

In recent years, training inquiries have surged, showing that individuals and organizations are taking training seriously. Every training need requires resources—commitment from the individual, their employers, and the chosen training provider. We must also address the cost factor rationally. If we decide to proceed with the training, we must not overlook the always important question of “Training Effectiveness.” As a training provider, QCTS frequently conducts pre-course skills evaluations to establish baselines and uses surveys to understand participant needs. During training,…

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Five Questions to Ask Before Committing to Training

There are 5 questions to ask before you sign up for any training. Training is teaching or developing in oneself or others, any skills and knowledge that relate to specific useful competencies. Knowing where you are in this journey, be sure to ask these quality training questions: What is the duration of the training? Understand how long the training will last and whether it fits your schedule and availability. What materials or resources are provided? Inquire about any course materials,…

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The ISO Standards Revision Process

The ISO standards revision process is a process that ensures that ISO standards are up to date and relevant to the needs of the users and stakeholders. ISO standards are reviewed every five years to determine if they need to be revised, confirmed, withdrawn, or stabilized. The revision process involves the following steps: Proposal stage: A proposal for a new or revised standard is submitted by a national member body, a liaison organization, or the technical committee (TC) responsible for the…

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AIAG Core Tools – What are they?

These Core Tools, in existence since the 1990’s, are key elements of an effective and efficient quality management system to meet your Customers needs and expectations. They include the Advanced Product Quality Planning & Control Plan (APQP), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) Many automotive OEMs and their suppliers require use of the Core Tools as part of the IATF 16949.  These tools have also been…

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GD&T Training Journey: How do I keep on learning?

As an instructor, one of the most frequently asked questions I’ve heard after a “GD&T Fundamentals” class is: How do I keep learning GD&T more? How do we implement, deploy, or integrate GD&T usage in our department? The answer to the first question often depends on the answer to the second. Consequently, both answers will shape my response to each student’s unique GD&T training journey. My Initial Advice My initial advice is to use what you’ve just learned and share…

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Success in Training: Part 4

There are many different schools of thought regarding training and how to ensure its effectiveness for an organization.  Some common questions should be answered well in advance of the training.   In this 4 part series, each of the questions will be broken down to properly plan for effective training. Part 4: “How long to train?” Depending on the subject matter, sometimes less is more.  It’s important to remember that adult learners have many other details to process (whether work-related…

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Success in Training: Part 2

There are many different schools of thought regarding training and how to ensure its effectiveness for an organization.  Some common questions should be answered well in advance of the training.   In this 4 part series, each of the questions will be broken down to properly plan for effective training. Part 2 of 4:”What’s In It For Me?” That’s the question your workers will have in being expected to delay work in order to attend training, especially if travel is…

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Success in Training: Part 1

Assessing the skills and development plans of your employees is critical in determining what training will provide your workers with the right tools for performance growth. Is there an immediate need for an upcoming project or is there a longer-term need for structured development?

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