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ERP and finance systems

Optimum has assisted over 100 clients from a range of private and public sector organisations to deliver effective user training for ERP system implementations and upgrades. We are able to develop training solutions that also take into consideration any integrated systems and add-ons that link into the ERP system.

Microsoft Dynamics AX

Microsoft Dynamics AX is a comprehensive ERP solution for mid-size and larger organisations, with strong financial, supply chain, and production applications which makes it well suited to manufacturing and retail organisations. The software facilitates operations across locations by standardising processes and improving visability across all departments.

Many of our Dynamics AX training projects involve supporting global deployments, incorporating training delivery across multiple sites worldwide.

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Agresso Business World

Agresso Business World (provided by UNIT4 Business Software) enables organisations to replace disparate third-party and internal systems with a complete and integrated, role-focused ERP solution. Some of our key Agresso projects have involved:

  • Assisting transition to new processes and electronic workflow for accountants, budget holders and requisitioners with tailored classroom sessions, surgeries and workshops

  • Developing eLearning modules for remotely based finance and project management staff, including providing a fully managed hosted portal to support the maintenance of the eLearning and associated quizzes

  • Post implementation reviews, usually occuring around 6 months after go live and involving updates to learning documentation to reflect process changes.

Click here to find out more about our training experience for Agresso Business World implementations and upgrades.

eFinancials and e5

eFinancials and e5 are financial management systems from Advanced Business Solutions.The eFinancials accounting software product is an Oracle-based financial management system that provides facilities for procure to pay, invoice to cash, self-service capabilities and full reporting and analysis functionality. e5 is an e-finance hub that enables collaborative planning and procurement commerce.

As the preferred end-using training partner for Advanced Business Solutions, our approaches to assist their clients include:

  • Fully managed eLearning modules for anytime, anywhere learning around accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger and reports and enquries

  • A handover training infrastructure, complete with delivery scripts and documentation designed by Optimum training consultants, which can be passed over to the in-house project teams at to ensure continuity in business-as-usual training

  • Classroom training sessions, complete with user real life scenario exercises and participation quizzes to fully engage users.

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SAP ERP Software

The SAP ERP application supports the essential functions of business processes and operations, with tailored, industry specific functionality. Their ERP system covers finance, human capital management, operations and corporate services.

Optimum's training consultants provide a range of training approaches to suit SAP implementations, including:

  • Virtual learning environments, including WebEx live sessions run by an Optimum trainer. This helps to overcome logistical contraints of having staff based across multi-regional or multi-national sites

  • A full library of supporting, tailored documentation, ranging from Quick Cards and full reference guides to sample exercises for users to complete during training sessions

  • Assistance with user acceptance testing (UAT), including development of test criteria, script writing and induction sessions.

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Oracle E-Business Suite

Oracle E-Business Suite provides organisations with a comprehensive suite of integrated business applications, including financial management, asset management, project portfolio, CRM, supply chain management and more.

  • For Oracle system upgrades, Optimum's training consultants can provide classroom sessions and workshops covering the newest functionality in R12, teaching users the processes relevant to their job roles.
     
  • We can create relevant eLearning sessions using both Adobe Captivate & Oracle UPK tools, which generates Flash-based HTML files that can be deployed through an LMS or directly onto your intranet.

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Case Studies & News Releases

Daily Mail and General Trust

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Newcastle City Council

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West Bromwich Building Society

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Clear Channel - Dynamics AX

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Stemcor and Microsoft Dynamics

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ERP system training research from Kingston Business School

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The Manufacturer ERP Insight

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White paper - Keeping your ERP system on target

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Engineering Firm deploys Dynamics AX

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Catch Resource Management

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Hewden

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User training beyond expectations for Trader Media Group

"The fact that Optimum are professional trainers gave the whole project added credibility and the training exceeded our expectations.”

Tony Risino, director of finance shared service centre, Trader Media Group