Any automated information system is only as good as the people who manage, operate, and maintain it. Therefore, it is vitally important that any migration plan includes the necessary education and training to ensure a competent and efficient IT department.

Great Lakes Computer can assist in structuring the training program that makes sense for your company. The following are only some of the myriad of possibilities and combinations.

On-Site Knowledge Transfer by a Great Lakes Engineer – Part of nearly every services engagement incorporates some knowledge transfer from the engineer to the personnel who will be responsible for the systems in the future.

On-Site Formal Classroom Training by a Great Lakes Engineer – Sometimes it makes sense to take people out of their workplace and focus on learning the new technology in a focused classroom environment.

On-Site IBM Training – Nearly all IBM Technical Training courses may be delivered on-site. This training is presented by a certified IBM instructor and is exactly the same course offered in the classroom, but delivered to your site with a focus on your specific environment. The on-site approach makes sense when there are several employees who require training and travel is not a good option.

IBM Classroom Training – IBM offers training centers in nearly all major metropolitan areas. The training is offered in a professional classroom-training environment, frequently with hands-on training using the latest equipment. When possible, the classroom environment is very effective as it focuses the student on the training and removes many distractions.