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Using Technology to Your Advantage
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Develop practical knowledge and confidence in Using Technology to Your Advantage.
Technology is an extremely useful asset to any workplace, but the duality is that it can also stand in the way of productivity if not managed effectively. This course will guide participants to a better understanding of workplace technology issues, and best practices, including how to coordinate tools and gadgets to ensure that they enhance our productivity and help us get things done.
Why this course matters
This course turns the subject into practical, structured learning you can apply in real business and workplace situations. It is designed to help you move beyond definitions and understand how the ideas, tools and decisions covered in the course fit together.
What you will gain
- Understand the core principles and practical approaches covered in Using Technology to Your Advantage.
- Recognise situations where those approaches can improve workplace decisions or performance.
- Apply the course ideas more confidently in day-to-day professional situations.
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for HR professionals, managers, supervisors and people responsible for workplace policies, employee development or team performance.
Course at a glance
- Study time: approximately 2 hours.
- Format: self-paced online learning.
- Professional development: CPD course.
Technology is an extremely useful asset to any workplace, but the duality is that it can also stand in the way of productivity if not managed effectively. This course will guide participants to a better understanding of workplace technology issues, and best practices, including how to coordinate tools and gadgets to ensure that they enhance our productivity and help us get things done.
Course Topics:
Session One: Course Overview
Session Two: Making Your Company a Technology-Friendly Place
- Tips and Tricks
- Acme Consulting, Part One
Session Three: Conquering Computers
Session Four: Communicating with the IT Department
Session Five: Choosing Software Wisely
- The Three-Step Process
- Acme Consulting, Part Two
Session Six: Technical Training
- Types of Training
- Training Tips
Session Seven: Setting an IT Budget
- Budget Basics
- The Shrinking Budget
Session Eight: Security and Privacy
- An Employee’s Rights
- Doing Your Part
- An Employer’s Rights
Session Nine: Uncontrolled vs. Controlled Networks
Session Ten: Ergonomics
- What is Ergonomics?
- Stretch!
Session Eleven: System Usage Policies
- What is a System Usage Policy?
- Sample Internet, E-Mail, and Computer Usage Policy
- Acme Consulting, Part Three
Session Twelve: Taking Care of Company Property
- Basic Rules of Etiquette
- Making Connections
Session Thirteen: Time-Saving Tools
- E-Mail Applications
- Tips and Tricks
- E-Mail Etiquette
- Scheduling Applications
- Contact Management Applications
Session Fourteen: Telephone Etiquette
Session Fifteen: Instant Messaging
- Instant Messaging Etiquette
- Understanding Acronyms
Session Sixteen: Telecommuting
- What is Telecommuting?
- Preparing for Telecommuting
- To Telecommute or Not to Telecommute
Session Seventeen: Workplace Rage
Session Eighteen: It’s Not Working!
Session Nineteen: A Policies and Procedures Checklist
- Recommended Reading List
- Personal Action Plan
Continue your learning
Part of this learning pathway: Workplace Essentials
Course pathway: eBSI SME Academy > Workplace Essentials > Using Technology to Your Advantage
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