Computer-based training made easy

Citation

(1999), "Computer-based training made easy", Industrial and Commercial Training, Vol. 31 No. 4. https://doi.org/10.1108/ict.1999.03731dab.007

Computer-based training made easy

Computer-based training made easy

Keywords Training needs, Computer-based-training, Communications

Training and communication consultancy, Information Transfer, has launched a new version of its computer-based training system, Seminar. Developed in response to client demand, Seminar3 is already attracting interest from those looking for a combination of ease-of-use and high impact multimedia features.

"The practical benefits of using computers to deliver training and perform assessment training have been proven", says Guy Sweeten of Information Transfer. "Computer-based training is highly flexible and fits with the demands of everyday work – you can work on your own, at your own desk and in your own time. Subjects we’ve covered using Seminar include product knowledge, health and safety, customer service and how to prevent money laundering."

The system is aimed at people whose expertise lies in training and communication, rather than computer technology. A range of "intelligent templates" allows users to create information and interactive question screens and put them together as a structured programme. No technical expertise is necessary. All the interactive responses and scoring mechanisms work automatically. As soon as a screen is laid out, it works.

Pharmaceutical multinational ­ and existing Seminar user ­ Pharmacia & Upjohn has already bought Seminar3. The company will continue to use the system to provide training for its field sales forces across the world and to test factory employees in compliance with health and safety legislation.

Seminar is a Windows-based "multimedia authoring system", with versions available to run on PCs of almost any specification. Seminar programs can be distributed using CD-ROM, networks, intranets, the Internet and World Wide Web, modem links and ordinary diskettes. The system allows users to deliver information, tests and quizzes, and record scores.

The new Seminar System is available as a single-writer, off-the-shelf package at £995 plus VAT. Corporate licences, incorporating additional functions and support/training, are available from £4,995.

A Seminar demonstration CD-ROM is available free of charge by contacting Information Transfer at Burleigh House, 15 Newmarket Road, Cambridge CB5 8EG. Tel: 01223 312227; Fax: 01223 327017;E-mail: mail@intran.co.uk