http://www.accessplanit.comRSS Feed of all AccessPlanIT Blog PostsRSSviaXmlTextWriter v1.0en-gbhttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/05/2012/Online-booking--How-trainers-can-benefit-PLUS-what-to-consider-at-at-launchMore and more training companies are opting for online booking to liberate themselves from the administrative shackles that have always been synonymous with the training industryThere seems little point in explaining what online booking is It has become such a popular functionality in modern day society that youd be pushed to find any chain retailer that doesnt offer its customers the chance to buy online More often than not its actively encouraged with loyalty schemes and costcutting options ThMon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/05/2012/Get-with-the-times--Modernising-the-learning-and-development-functionLearning and development remains one of the key focus points of the modern day HR function The mutual benefits of training employees and upskilling have been well documented Retention rates rise motivation is bolstered and productivity heads in the exactly the same direction Today the question is this what role is technology playing in developing this critical feature of HR and perhaps more importantly what do the forward thinking departments actually look like in 2012Many have implemented elemeMon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/05/2012/Training-software-provider-accessplanit-announces--strong-start-to-Olympic-year-Training software house accessplanit looks back over the first few months of a busy and successful 2012 The first quarter of 2012 as predicted at the end of 2011 was a busy and successful period of growth and new business for training management software house accessplanitWith new recruits settling into their roles within the business new offices and a range of new clients coming on board between January and April 2012 the first quarter has exceeded expectation according to Dave Evans commercialTue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/04/2012/Why-is-blogging-such-a-crucial-ingredient-in-training-marketing-mix- The vast majority of training companies have grasped the fact that content is an incredibly valuable ingredient when it comes to developing a marketing strategy that wins new business and fresh leads As we clearly outline in our current whitepaper report which you can download here content can come in many different forms though online blogging is probably the most recognisable Why is blogging so important Blogging is the most informal of the content types and allows the writer the freedom toMon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/04/2012/Honest-feedback--Why-the-traditional-happy-sheet-is-so-last-yearOK so sometimes it might be hard to take but we all know the truth If you want to improve at something and be sure that you are performing at your very best you need to accept some good oldfashioned honest feedback once in a whilenbspWhile training content is crucial its nothing without expert delivery which is why trainers need to be constantly fishing for feedback from those around them its the one way they can be sure they are hitting the right spots when training and squeezing on those painpThu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/04/2012/Boost-client-base-with-discount-strategies-for-training-decision-makersSometimes all customers need is a gentle nudge and although most of us associate deals with the local supermarket there is something to be said for training providers who are proactive enough to make discount strategies work for themEvery training company has absolute faith in their products and services if they dont theres little point in them being in business They know that their training content will transform the performance of individuals at work and that if companies were to only give theThu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/03/2012/Head-in-the-clouds--What-cloud-computing-means-to-the-training-industryYou may well have heard the expression but never really stuck around too long to find out what it means when it comes to training management software Well now is your chance because this article looks at what cloud computing is and how it should be impacting your training or course provision businessJust as the satellite navigation system condemned the road map to the boot of the car and the iPod has ensured that CD collections are becoming less and less common cloud computing allows businesses Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/03/2012/Five-ways-trainers-can-ensure-a-high-standard-in-customer-service-Effective customer service should be a must for all trainers and course providers and getting it right could be easier than you think Sophisticated training management software has the functionality to support any business with a keen eye on customer service so read on to find out howWeve all done it you call up a customer service line to be confronted with a ten minute queue and then a barrage of irrelevant questions You finally get to the end and the line goes dead You call back only to be putTue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/03/2012/Training-Management-Software-Surgery--Does-growth-have-to-run-in-parallel-with-admin-I head up a growing training business and while growth is always welcome especially in challenging economic times it brings its own problems One of these problems is around administration because bringing on a new client means heaps of paperwork and often an extra pair of hands in the office to cope with the added workload Is there any way we can reduce the admin burden and grow in size at the same time Or is it always the case that the two move in parallel to one another Managing Director of saMon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/03/2012/How-online-surveys-could-open-new-doors-for-training-companiesWhile training management software may be useful in reducing the amount of admin that trainers have to deal with it can also be a crucial part of the marketing function too Online surveys are growing in popularity and heres why trainers should be tuned into them and some useful tips on generating contentOnce running surveys to identify market trends and reveal interesting patterns of behaviour was the exclusive right of major corporations The corporate giants that not only had a voice that peoplWed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/03/2012/Google--and-the-training-world---what-is-it-and-how-can-it-benefit-a-training-management-system-strategy- Its now been some time since the launch of Google and while there has been significant numbers setting up accounts theres still some debate about whether it will take hold in quite the same way as Facebook and Twitter What certainly isnt in doubt however is how much emphasis the tech giant Google is placing on it as a key driver for their business So even if youre not entirely convinced of its value Google is so this is a platform well worth investing some time and working into your training mMon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/02/2012/Meet-Jenna-Culshaw--accessplanit-s-latest-recruitShortly after they have got themselves settled in to their new surroundings new recruits to accessplanit are being tasked with some pretty tough questions to answer In this short Q and A you can get to know our latest addition Jenna Culshaw who has joined the support team Jenna talks about music that sounds like RAWRR getting stuck in at accessplanit and futile efforts to resist the iPhones brilliancenbsp1nbspnbsp Can you tell us some more about your new role at accessplanitnbspIm based in suppoWed, 15 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/02/2012/Five-reasons-training-providers-should-be-using-Twitter Like it or not social media channels are here to stay and training providers should by now have some sort of strategy in place to ensure that they are getting the most from their channels of choice While there is plenty of choice when it comes to social media certain platforms lend themselves to the training industry and Twitter is one such channel For many Twitter is for celebrities and people with far too much to say for themselves but for the savvy marketers its a social media option that eMon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/01/2012/accessplanit-looks-ahead-to-2012 Growth product development user groups and exhibitions accessplanit looks ahead to 2012Now that January is well underway and the festive break feels like a distant memory its important to concentrate on what is coming up rather than what has already passed though when youve had an incredible year as we did in 2011 its sometimes tempting to occasionally glance back This year however is shaping up to be just as impressive with growth and product development top of the list for the rest of the yeMon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/01/2012/Six-top-tips-on-getting-the-most-from-your-visit-to-Learning-Technologies-For some time annual conference and exhibition events have been delivering the ideal hunting ground for service providers looking to showcase their latest services and products to their target market and for opportunistic business people to interact with likeminded individuals and buy into the latest ideas and concepts to support them in becoming more effective in their job The Learning and Technologies Show is no different and this year the hosts promise to put on another incredible eventThe coThu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/12/2011/Bucking-the-trend--accessplanit-on-course-for-recruitment-and-expansion-into-2012-At a time when job cuts pay freezes and economic turmoil have become the topical norm for newspaper headlines some businesses have refused to allow the challenging environment to hamper growth and have endeavoured to unearth new ways to develop products deliver them to the market and persistently generate new interestOne such business is Lancashires accessplanit the software house working directly with training companies course providers and inhouse training departments within organisations The Wed, 28 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/12/2011/10-things-killed-by-technology--in-the-training-industry--New ideas innovation creativity and of course technology will always attract a suspicious eye from those who are simply content with the way things are already being done whether thats at work or at home Modernisations supporters however are more often than not perfectly capable of drowning out these apprehensive cries and today technology is continuing to reshape the way the worldnbspmoves forward every single day Though while we bask in the glory of all things tech it is suitable sometimes to Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/12/2011/accessplanit-talks-to-University-of-Arts-London-18-months-after-integrating-Course-Manager-While were very good at keeping you well up to date with new clients each time they sign up to work with us here at accessplanit were not so good at reporting on progress Needless to say our cutting edge software delivers every time for our clients though once in a while we realise it would be good to share development with everyone else So with this in mind we have caught up with the University of Arts London you may remember reading our case study on them click here if not and got a better ideWed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/10/2011/Now-e-learning-emerges-as-smart-choice-in-phone-custom-warFollowing the death of Steve Jobs the war for smartphone custom took a respectful and wellearned break from its assault onto global markets However the battle is back on and with news this week emerging that Samsung has managed to pull ahead of Apple in sale numbers shows that there is no time to waste The question is what can these businesses do to stay ahead of the pack especially coming into the crucial festive period Well interestingly there is a clear link here to online training because ChFri, 28 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/10/2011/What-training-managers-can-learn-from-fashion-s-latest-online-ventureIt should come as no surprise that the fashion industry is at the forefront when it comes to integrating technology into business fashion relies on being extremely responsive and reacting to new levels of demand and technology offers complete support in this arena Thats why I was interested but not shocked to read about the latest venture by Debenhams The retailer has launched a range of virtual popup shops across the UK and those interested just turn up download an app to their iPad or iPhone Fri, 28 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/10/2011/Online-booking-offers-training-providers-access-to-the-new-24/7-audienceIn a world where everything is 24 hours from the news to food shopping and from sport to entertainment I often wonder why more businesses arent prepared to take the leap and be open for every single second of the year Then it dawns on me we all have personal lives and perhaps like to have some sort of boundary between the working hours and the nonworking ones Its no great surprise and Im not unearthing any great news when I say that the biggest influencer over this 24 hour culture is technology Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/10/2011/Marketing-goes-social-and-generates-perfect-arguement-for-online-bookingOnline social networks are proving the perfect space for brand messaging as marketers shift their strategies and up their ad spend on these social sites As advertisers harness all the potential that social media can offer is your training company lacking a little online oomphnbspThe entertainment and food and drink sectors seem particularly keen to tap this online resource as they are now buying the bulk of adverts on Facebook In fact the volume of ad impressions bought by companies in these secWed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/10/2011/Everyone-s-connected--Blackberry-breakdown-highlights-popularity-of-tech-platforms-Since when does Blackberry messenger and email service going down make headline news Well now it would seem because yesterday Monday when Blackberrys functions took a wellearned break there was sudden and widespread uproar You know when something carries weight in the news because it comes at you from all angles and yesterday the news wires were alive with the news that people across the world were for a very short period in the grand scheme of things anyway disconnected Technology has reshaped Tue, 11 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/10/2011/Thanks-Steve--Apple-touches-the-global-brands--and-sends-clear-message-to-training-worldFor a business that relies on cutting edge technology to ensure that we stay ahead of the game and front of mind for our clients it would be impossible not to mention the passing of Steve Jobs this week He captained the team that actually changed the way we communicate such is the power of technology todayIf the digital age had to have a central midfield maestro the one brand that pushes industry forward and keeps the general public eager for more it would have to be Apple Research this week hasFri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/10/2011/As-recruitment-goes-social--how-can-training-get-web-savvy-Were pleased to report a recent new hire here at accessplanit a brilliant new software developer wholl be joining our team in the coming weeksnbsp Whats interesting about this particular new recruit is that we found him via social networking site Twitter Obviously recruitment through online methods is not a new revelation recruiters and job hunters have been using websites and online job boards for years However social media is increasingly playing a role in how companies recruit their staff SoFri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/09/2011/Banks-respond-top-tech-demand--so-where-is-the-training-industry-While the banking industry may not seem the logical starting point for lessons in building business and sustainable growth oddly enough I think the training world could learn a thing or two particularly where technology is concernedAccording to a recent report from Cable and Wireless Worldwide since the start of the credit crunch customer demands relating to online banking customer service and trust have increased More and more users are demanding immediate and direct control of their money andWed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/09/2011/The-car-in-front-is-getting-social--and-training-is-getting-left-behindToyota has really leapt on the social media juggernaut recently by teaming up with cloud computing provider Salesforcecom to create a social network thats specifically designed for Toyota drivers and their cars and this for me is highend use of social media and technology at the moment Its all about creating a network a safe place for a community to congregate share ideas and learn more about a companys products and services And this lends itself incredibly well to the training worldnbspSo readWed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/09/2011/How-the-training-industry-can-mirror-House-of-Fraser-success-Just as the training industry has felt the recessions pinch its been a tough time for the retail industry of late too Due to the flagging economy the purse strings have been tightened and many households have tried to cut back on their monthly outgoings In spite of this the privately owned department store House of Fraser has revealed a healthy sales growth rate that has been outstripping its closest rival stores In the first half of the year its sales rate grew far faster than that of its main Fri, 23 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/09/2011/What-your-training-business-can-learn-from-haute-couture-Embracing new technology is essential for any industry to progress and with technology and webbased services advancing and expanding so rapidly it would be foolish not to jump on its potentialnbspThis week saw the world of highend designer fashion enter the digital age Leading fashion brand Burberry recognised the power influence and scope of the Twittersphere and has really used it to its advantagenbspThe fashion industry is fastpaced constantly changing and evolving so it makes sense for it tWed, 21 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/09/2011/As-the-kids-learn-programming--is-your-business-tech-ready-Noone should ever take criticism lightly especially when it is connected with technology and especially when that criticism comes from Googles head honcho Eric Schmidt Schmidt has claimed that Britains school IT curriculum is in need of a long overdue overhaul saying that it was throwing away its computer heritage by teaching kids how to use software without giving them any insight into how its created In light of these remarks employers and the government have joined together in launching the BFri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/09/2011/Google-s-plans-to-harness-the-power-of-e-learning-Without wanting to heap too much praise on Google this week it is interesting to see the innovative techfirm in the papers for reasons other than a new product launch This time around the search engine is taking inspiration from its status as a global ultrasuccessful content provider to improve its own internal development strategyAny training professionals out there with both feet still firmly in the nondigital world take notenbsp Googles search engine processes one billion searches daily whileFri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/09/2011/e-book-technology-shows-HR-providers-the-way-forwardThe traditional image of the bookworm has changed No longer content with the shelves of the library or the local bookstore theyre now searching online for the latest ebooks and buying in ever greater numbers In fact like most other industries the publishing industry has completely transformed itself since the advent of the internet And why shouldnt it the way that its target market behaves has changed as a growing number of readers have shifted the way they carry out the ageold hobby Publishing Sat, 10 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/09/2011/Could-E-Learning-be-the-safety-net-retailers-have-been-looking-for-Electrical goods retailer Dixons has seen some dwindling sales statistics this year and has claimed theyre suffering from a fragile trading environment Compared with last years figures likeforlike sales in the UK and Irish Republic fell by 9 and by 10 on a total sales basis but for companies that thrive on the bringing the latest technology to the general public Im surprised they havent jumped on the opportunity to maximise ELearning and develop instore understanding of productsAdmittedly due tThu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/09/2011/UK-riots--Children-of-the--technological--revolution-can-never-be-silencedNow that it seems the rioting behaviour that consumed the UK public for days on end is finally behind us its time to reflect The government has to show that it is taking action and for the home secretary this meant calling in the leaders of social networking sites and telecommunication firms to discuss how they will stop the scaling up of violent action in such a short space of time should the problem ever occur again What shortsightedness It simply highlights how out of touch some ministers andFri, 02 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/09/2011/Blackpool-successfully-blends-technology-with-traditionLiving and working in Lancashire its great to see the newly revamped Blackpool Tower reopen this week with what look like some incredible new features that will attract even more tourists to this iconic British town It has seemed as though Blackpools appeal has waned over the past few years but hopefully this move can inject some new life into the area Just like the football teams short but sweet stay in the top division this great attractions rebirth will keep Blackpool in the publics mind Its Fri, 02 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/08/2011/New-generation-of-customers-are-embracing-technology--are-you-If ever there was a time that you would hear the old adage things were different in my day it will be today because new research has been released showing that today children are more likely to read text messages and emails than they are a fictional bookAnd whether you like it or not this research covered around 18000 school children and is clearly a fair reflection on the future generation Whats more while this kind of survey is an excuse for the older generation to grumble and complain about hWed, 24 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/08/2011/BA-show-how-to-keep-it-personal-with-new-technologyIn our latest whitepaper there is one section that covers some of the misconceptions associated with introducing new and innovative technology and digital ideas into business One of those was that the allimportant personal touch was being lost because technology was making it easier and easier for companies to channel their customers online rather than deal with them facetoface Im not sure that any company would introduce technology if it was going to alienate customers they would surely only evTue, 23 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/08/2011/UK-riots--What-can-training-learn-from-technology-use-Social media though technology as a whole has had a bit of rough press this week Much of the rioting that escalated from Tottenham in London right the way up to Manchester and beyond was made possible by the likes of Facebook Twitter and handheld mobile devices Would the social scars be as deep if technology was not so readily available Well perhapsEach day however I work with training companies that are looking to embrace new technology and use it to benefit their business and profit levels so Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/08/2011/BA-utilises-digital-platform-to-reach-out-to-key-audienceBritish Airways has some serious bridges to build between itself and the British public From high profile pay freezes to benefit cuts and from industrial action to flight delays the flagship carrier has not been a firm favourite for some time However news that emerged last week has certainly helped its public profile because BA is to recruit 800 new pilots by 2016 and provide funding so the flying talent is not exclusively generated from the social elite What a nice idea But it wasnt the idea thMon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/08/2011/Technology-builds-bridges-between-fans-and-football--despite-resistanceDespite technology and sport being whether they like it or not joint at the hip these days the opening day of the football league a day for fresh starts and new beginnings proved to be something of a false start in terms of football technology All business today just like sport has links with technology organisational leaders have progressed and developed the way they operate and provide their services whether thats in the shape of email marketing via specialist software that tracks the success Tue, 09 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/08/2011/Whitehall-and-Edinburgh-Fringe-make-progress-with-new-technologySeeing the traditional establishment and the old way of doing things shift to the new and innovative always catches my eye and when you work in the technology business its always something worth talking about The Times reliable as ever for the technology stories has picked up on two establishments this week that probably havent been too ITfriendly over the years but have now shown the type of progression that all of us here at accessplanit would like to see the training industry adopt or shouldTue, 09 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/08/2011/iPhone-automation-could-prove-positive-for-workersAnyone who was trying to ignore the technological revolution can try no more Its futile As the news filtered in that the gadget of the past few years the iPhone is to be manufactured by robots in part at least I could almost hear the small corner of ITresisting traditionalists throwing down their weapons and reluctantly wandering across to the other side the war is over and the battle is wonThere is a serious side to the story of a million robots replacing human workers who are carrying out mundWed, 03 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/08/2011/Trainers-could-learn-from-struggling-Gap-s-IT-focused-strategyI wrote a couple of weeks ago about some of the misconceptions associated with technology that still linger with intent around the training industry and one of the key points that many struggle to come to grips with is around cost And I think perhaps this is just as much our fault as the provider of the technology as you the training providerWhen we market technology we always bang on about the cost savings you can streamline admin teams and save huge amounts is a firm favourite However much lesTue, 02 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/07/2011/Man-Booker-Prize-highlights-changing-behaviour-of-consumerAnother indication that technology is not only reshaping the way things get done these days but also the way that we behave was welldocumented this week in the nominations for the annual Man Booker prize storyNominees have been announced and like most information these days they can be found with a quick search of the internet The competitions digital links go further than the shortlist appearing online though In what has been dubbed the first Kindle Summer the shortlist has been announced with Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/07/2011/Training-companies-must-take-note-of-manufacturing-successThere will be some sore yet no doubt buoyant and optimistic heads wandering around the British manufacturing industry this week Closing a new client deal is always something to celebrate but when the contract is worth something in the region of 40 billion its time to blow the dust off that Champagne bottle thats been tormenting nbspyou for years patiently waiting for the good news that never seemed to arriveWhats interesting for me about the American Airlines deal that has been struck is the objSat, 23 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/07/2011/Technology-signals-positive-change--so-stay-on-trackNetwork Rail has believe it or not been in the news for more than one reason this week The reason its trending as they say on Twitter for many people this week is because of the potential industrial action that could place after it gaps in pay between men and women were exposed Bad news But the other perhaps less known reason its hitting the headlines is down to the fact that Network Rail has decided to yank itself into the 21 Century and completely modernise the way it manages the railwaysThe iThu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/07/2011/Training-software---the-good-news-is-finally-creeping-outIt seems that the good news stories are finally getting out after Cable amp Wireless announced that it had made more than 1631m cost savings since introducing IT to support staff learning within the business An incredible sum of money to save for any business and a great advert for the industry that were working inWe hear the good stories all the time our clients simply wouldnt work with us if we werent saving them money But our research has shown that the vast majority of companies are still noThu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/07/2011/Blended-approach-to-IT-should-satisfy-the-training-puristsThe technological age has once again been accused of tradition bashing this time handwriting after The Times reported longhand is to make way for typing in Indiana schools and while there may be stronger consequences for children not learning to write effectively than for training managers not to have an online booking form this is one struggle that I can relate toIn the article End of the line for pens as schools embrace digital age champions of handwriting are wheeled out to support the necessWed, 13 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/02/2011/Learning-Commerce-On-The-RiseOver the past year or so we have had many organisations contact us as they are looking to transfer existing classroom based courses into elearning or by supplementing classroom courses with elearning The difficulty all these organisation have faced is finding a solution that will enable them to upload sell and deliver elearning through their website without requiring a huge investment or specialist technical knowledgenbspnbsp This demand led to us creating a new edition of the LMS nbspnbsp accesThu, 10 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/01/2011/Composica-wins--I-didn-t-know-it-was-possible--awardComposica accessplanits rapid elearning authoring tool has won an elearning 247 awardnbspin the category I didnt know it was possibleComposica was selected as the winner for its unique functionality set which includesSocial Learning Content Authoring ToolProject blog comments amp RSS feeds keeping authors connectedRLOsGame based learningDynamic Task lists task reports and audit trailsAssessment tool built inSCORM 200412 compliantBlogs can be embedded into coursescontentRatingsMashups Google charFri, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/09/2010/Training-Management-Software---do-more-with-less-The definition of efficiency savings is providing and maintaining your existing level of services at lower cost nbspAccessPlanits Training Management Software will ensure you do more with less and will increase your efficiency savings throughSignificantly reduced administrative burden and cost achieved through automation Convenient 247 customer access for booking and online payment Increased conversion rate through your website resulting in increased sales Reduced cost of bookings Automated billMon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/07/2010/Key-points-to-consider-when-selecting-an-e-learning-toolThere are thousands of elearning solutions online alloffering a quick fix solution to your software problems Whether you arelooking for health and safety elearning courses or information technologycourses for programmes such as Word or Excel you will find plenty of coursesonline but which one is the right one for you At AccessPlanIT we have been scouring the web and testing the best tools online to give you somefeedback on what elearning software products will work for you The team know thatcustThu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/07/2010/Keeping-You-re-Customers-HappyFollowing the hugely positive results of our recent customer service survey weve taken it upon ourselves to share some of the secrets to our successCustomer support is essential to keeping your business going and your customers loyal While every company has their own way of showing it there are always the essential rules to keeping your clients and customers super happy with the services you provide If you are looking to improve your customer support or looking to start a new business and need tMon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/06/2010/Four-Strategies-To-Help-SMB-s-Leverage-eLearningBelow is a terrific article from Elearning Magazine for SMB and Franchise Owners who want to rapidly leapfrog their competitors via affordable SaaS Solutions Take note as your organization can become a performance leaderOnDemand Learning and Performance Solutions Can Improve Your Ability to Tackle Learning Challenges Small and midsize businesses SMBs are joining the elearning and performance revolution in rapid succession The streamlined approach to elearning offered by softwareasaservice SaaS mWed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/05/2010/Key-Benefits-of-an-Online-Course-Booking-SystemIts the 21 st century an era of wireless connectivity touchscreen technology and automation is at its peak Yet many companies still fail to recognise the benefits of such technologies that when embraced within your business are proven to streamline operations and improve efficiency throughout Online booking systems are becoming increasingly prevalent in todays society across various industries the training sector in particular provides a whole host of online booking benefits for companies and coWed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/05/2010/E-learning-bridges-the-gap-between-the-classroom-and-the-workplaceElearning is dead long live Elearning We say this because Elearning has become so prevalent in todays society it has overwhelmingly bridged the gap between workbased learning and traditional classroom courses to offer the ultimate learning experience What in essence is thought of as Elearning or Social Learning is actually being practised each and every day through facetoface teachingThere are several ways in which this has happenednbspnbsp Social Media ToolsSites such as Youtube Facebook and TwSun, 23 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.accessplanit.com/blog/post/05/2010/Cloud-Computing-Continues-To-Prosper-In-the-UKCloud computing is a particular trending topic in the technology world at present and its little wonder why More and more businesses across the UK are cottoning on to its benefits as the technology which currently accounts for around 75 of the 1638 billion UK software market becomes increasingly mainstreamAround half a billion pounds is spent on cloud computing each year by UK companies of all shapes and sizes and researchers believe this figure will double within two years meaning more consumeWed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT