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Document Control Certification Program

I’ve had many inquiries from all over the world asking if I can provide a Document Control Certification Program.  The answer is “yes.” I can create and offer a Document Control Certification program.  

However, I am only going to develop and offer a Document Control Certification Program if there is sufficient market need demonstrated by companies willing to pay for the value I can deliver.  I need a minimum commitment to develop this program.  See “How to Get Started Below.”

Thus far, the inquiries have come from people who lack the signature authority to sign-up for a program.  And, the individuals who have contacted me have struggled to win support from the people who can authorize a project.

Why is such a program needed?

§      Most document control people have limited educational background (often little or no college) and are seen as administrative or support people, not professionals. 

§      They have a limited understanding of business, how they fit in that business and what their role should be.

§      There is no Document Control Certification program available

§      This program will help people know what to do, why they have to do it and how to add far greater value to their organization.

The program will be designed around what has made me successful designing and implementing document control systems as well as fixing ineffective systems for over 30 years.  It will “raise the bar” and value-add people for personnel who take this program.  The program will also focus on configuration management.

Outcomes of Document Control Certification Program

Participants in the manufacturing arena will:

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Gain a comprehensive understanding of how a manufacturing company operates

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 Understand the role typical enterprise applications play in supporting the business (ERP, PLM, CRM)

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Develop an understanding of the role they should play in supporting new product development and supporting production and support

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Understand how outsourcing has changed the value-add required in document control

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Gain knowledge and insights about best practices in:
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part numbering systems, part identification and re-identification practices, revision control

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engineering change requests and engineering change orders

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a status system

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approved manufacturer's listing for purchased or off-the-shelf components

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make or buy decisions

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product configuration control

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bill of material structuring

§      There will be quizzes to test your learning and validate your understanding in order to earn a Document Control Certification

Delivery Mechanisms for Document Control Certification Program

§       Correspondence Course:  correspondence course with testing; email access for questions. Testing is required to obtain a “Document Control Certification”   Pricing: US$1,995 per student.

§       Technology-based Workshops:  Modules delivered using webinar or teleseminar technology with a live instructor; event scheduled over the course of a 2-4 weeks; ability to ask questions and apply knowledge to specific situations in your company. Testing is required to obtain a “Document Control Certification.”  Pricing: US$3,995 per student; minimum of 3 students.

§       Live, On-site Workshop Program: Workshops will take place over 4 days.  Student preparation may be required ahead of time; ability to ask questions and apply knowledge to specific situations in your company. Testing is required to obtain a “Document Control Certification.”  Pricing: US$4,995 per student; minimum of 3 students plus travel (business class travel for international flights).

§       Post-Certification Quarterly Mentoring Program This is optional but highly advisable.  Pricing is $2995 per quarter for unlimited email and phone contact for one person to discuss the application of the teachings to specific business situations.  Payment is required in advance.

How to Get Started:

I will begin developing this program when I have letters of intent on hand and deposits for:

§          2 Live, On-site  Workshop Programs, or,

§          3 Technology-based Programs, or,

§          10 Correspondence Courses

Pre-Launch:  I need a letter of intent on your company letterhead signed by someone with authority to authorize the investment in this program and a deposit equal to 50% of the program value you expect to purchase.  The fees can be paid by credit card or wire transfer. If there is insufficient interest, I will return the deposit.

Normal Terms: A 50%, non-refundable deposit is required.  100% payment is required from individuals (non-corporate customers).  Balance is due and payable upon delivery of the program. 

 

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