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Processes ensure we are all working in a consistent manner and systems enable us to work more effectively and efficiently. There have been huge advancements in technology over the last 10 years and businesses can operate in ways they never envisaged before. Just think of the changes to working practices since Covid 19 to consider how agile some companies can be with the right systems and processes in place.
The growth of video technology, websites and apps have changed the way many businesses interact with their customers and colleagues and bring a new flexible way to work and to do business.
Here you will find some resources to help you improve your skills and develop a better understanding of how we can all work more effectively now and embrace the future developments in technology and use them to our advantage.
For those of you who like to watch a short video, here are just a few interesting ones that consider systems and processes from different perspectives. These include how Artificial Intelligence is being used, how to improve processes through LEAN principles and the importance of effective systems and processes.
We recognized systems were the missing piece to grow small and medium-sized businesses to the next level.
That said, like many, in the early days, we knew how important they were but we never saw them as urgent so as a consequence we never got around to doing anything about it.
Check out what is inside Amazon's warehouse! Amazon Robotic Fulfillment Centers (ARFC) are automated storage and retrieval systems used by Amazon to fulfill customer orders. They are large warehouses that use robots to move and store items, and to pick and pack orders for shipment.
Kaizen means "Change for Better".
It could be applied for:
A) Problem Solving
B) Improve the Standard
No process is perfect, and there is always room for improvement. You can do KAIZEN by following these 6 steps.
Cloud computing is a popular practice involving the internet to store and manage your data on the internet. In this video on cloud computing, we'll take you through all of the basic concepts of cloud computing like what makes it unique, its different models, and more. So without further ado, let's jump right into cloud computing.
Explore the current limitations of artificial intelligence and the possibility of creating human-compatible technology.
In the coming years, artificial intelligence is probably going to change your life— and likely the entire world. But people have a hard time agreeing on exactly how AI will affect our society. Can we build AI systems that help us fix the world? Or are we doomed to a robotic takeover? Explore the limitations of artificial intelligence and the possibility of creating human-compatible technology.
Whether you like it or not, generative AI like ChatGPT and Stable Diffusion are about to change not only how you work, but how the content you consume is produced. Forbes spoke with a number of leading voices in the AI space to determine both the benefits and the dangers of this next wave of technological innovation, and find out why both tech giants as well as cutting edge startups are racing to grab their share of the market.
If you prefer to read, here you will find a range of articles that cover many different aspects of systems, processes and data. There are some interesting articles on the use of AI and automation; and covering the tools that support thinking.
As with all knowledge, it only becomes truly useful when we start to use it! Here we have sourced a range of short courses to help you to develop your skills in different ways. Pick a course that interests you and start turning your knowledge into useful business skills
Learning to stretch our thinking skills is integral to accelerating our development. This is a really important part of the learning process, and gives you the opportunity to demonstrate your skills and show progression in your Apprenticeship.
Here are two challenges for you to pick from- should you choose to accept, this will help you to develop critical thinking, evaluation skills and encourage creativity.
Challenge 1
Select two different processes within your team or department. Analyse the strengths and weaknesses of how data is gathered; how data is checked to see if it was sufficient and how data was backed up and kept secure. Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of both processes and conclude which process is more effective. Justify your conclusions and discuss this with your Talent Coach for some feedback.
Challenge 2
Select a manual process you currently use within your team. Critically evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of automating this process. Conclude whether automation would be a benefit or a disadvantage. Justify your conclusions and discuss this with your Talent Coach for some feedback.
Update your Learning Journal in OneFile with your evaluation and your reflections ready to discuss with your Talent Coach at your next review.
Reflective practice is, in its simplest form, thinking about or reflecting on what you do. It’s a really important part of learning from experience.
Within your apprenticeship you will be encouraged to reflect throughout your programme, the reason for this is two-fold.
Regular reflection will accelerate your development and help you to identify areas to develop helping you to constantly move forward.
A summary or log of your reflections on your development will be required as part of your endpoint assessment activities. These reflections should demonstrate your ability to 'critically evaluate' your performance and development.
Reflection is a skill and practice will make it easier, it should also be an enjoyable experience and a chance to concentrate on what you need.
To support you to develop this skill we have gathered a range of resources and articles to help you find a reflective model that works for you.
Click on the button below to access the Reflective Practice page for additional resources.