SW-IMS-PRO-012
Competence and Training Procedure
Version
1.0
Owner
IMS Owner
Effective Date
[TBD]
Review Date
[TBD]
Competence and Training Procedure
Document ID: SW-IMS-PRO-012-v1.0
Effective Date: [TBD]
Review Date: [TBD]
Owner: IMS Owner
Approved by: [TBD]
1. Purpose
This procedure establishes how Swedwise identifies competence requirements, ensures staff have necessary knowledge and skills, provides training and development opportunities, and evaluates training effectiveness. It ensures:
- Staff have competencies needed to deliver quality services
- Training needs are systematically identified and addressed
- Training investments deliver measurable value
- Competence records are maintained for compliance and planning
- Learning organization culture is supported and sustained
2. Scope
This procedure applies to:
- All Swedwise employees (permanent and temporary staff)
- Contractors requiring specific competencies for their roles
- New employee induction and onboarding
- Ongoing professional development and skill maintenance
- Role-specific training (technical, management, compliance)
- IMS-related training (quality, environmental, information security awareness)
- Discipline forum activities and knowledge sharing
- Certification and accreditation requirements
3. Definitions
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Competence | Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge and skills to achieve intended results. |
| Training | Structured learning activity to develop specific competencies. |
| Development | Broader professional growth including mentoring, coaching, self-study, conferences. |
| Training Need | Gap between current competence and required competence for a role or task. |
| Training Effectiveness | Degree to which training achieves intended learning outcomes and business impact. |
| Discipline Forum | Technical expertise community within Swedwise (e.g., OpenText, Salesforce). |
| Mandatory Training | Training required for all staff or specific roles (e.g., security awareness, GDPR). |
| Competence Record | Documentation of qualifications, training, experience, and skills. |
| Learning Management System (LMS) | Platform for delivering, tracking, and managing training. |
4. Competence Framework
4.1 Competence Categories
Swedwise competencies are organized into four categories:
| Category | Description | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Core Competencies | Essential for all Swedwise staff | Communication, customer focus, learning mindset, collaboration |
| Professional Competencies | Role-specific technical and business skills | Software implementation, project management, sales, consulting |
| Leadership Competencies | Required for management and team lead roles | People management, strategic thinking, decision-making, coaching |
| IMS Competencies | Required for integrated management system | Information security awareness, environmental awareness, quality principles |
4.2 Competence Levels
Competencies are assessed at four levels:
| Level | Description | Expectation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - Awareness | Basic understanding of concepts | Can explain what it is and why it matters |
| 2 - Working Knowledge | Practical understanding and application | Can apply with guidance or supervision |
| 3 - Proficiency | Independent application and problem-solving | Can apply independently and handle complexity |
| 4 - Expert | Deep expertise and ability to teach others | Can innovate, mentor, and lead in this area |
5. Competence Requirements Identification
5.1 Role-Based Competence Profiles
Each role at Swedwise has a defined competence profile specifying:
- Core competencies and required levels
- Professional/technical competencies and required levels
- Leadership competencies (if applicable)
- IMS competencies (mandatory for all roles)
- Certifications or qualifications required or preferred
Responsibility: Department Heads create and maintain competence profiles for roles in their areas, with IMS Owner input for IMS competencies.
Review Frequency: Annually or when role responsibilities change significantly.
5.2 Individual Competence Assessment
Competence assessments are conducted:
New Employees (Within First Month):
- Review CV, qualifications, and certifications
- Conduct competence interview or skills assessment
- Identify gaps between role requirements and current competence
- Create individual training plan
Annual Performance Reviews:
- Self-assessment against role competence profile
- Manager assessment of demonstrated competencies
- Identification of development goals and training needs
- Career development discussion
Project Requirements:
- Before customer engagements, verify consultant has required competencies
- Identify any project-specific training needs
- Document competence verification in project records
Tools: Competence assessment forms, skills matrices, self-assessment questionnaires.
5.3 Organizational Training Needs Analysis
IMS Owner conducts annual organizational training needs analysis considering:
Internal Sources:
- Aggregated individual training needs from performance reviews
- Risk assessment findings (competence gaps as risks)
- Internal audit findings and non-conformities
- Incident reports revealing knowledge gaps
- Management review feedback
- Discipline forum recommendations
External Sources:
- New legal or regulatory requirements
- Customer requirements and feedback
- Technology changes and new service offerings
- Industry trends and best practices
- Certification body requirements
Output: Annual Training Plan prioritizing organizational training initiatives.
6. Training Planning and Delivery
6.1 Annual Training Plan
The IMS Owner develops an Annual Training Plan covering:
Mandatory Training:
- IMS awareness (all staff, annually)
- Information security awareness (all staff, annually)
- GDPR and data protection (all staff, annually)
- Environmental awareness (all staff, annually)
- Role-specific mandatory training (e.g., project managers, customer success)
Professional Development:
- Technical training aligned with service offerings
- Discipline forum training initiatives
- Leadership and management development
- Customer service and communication skills
Budget Allocation:
- Training budget per person or per department
- Priority allocation for mandatory and high-impact training
- Process for requesting additional training budget
Delivery Schedule:
- Timing of mandatory training sessions
- Planned external courses or conferences
- Internal training sessions and discipline forum events
- Online/self-paced training availability
Approval: Annual Training Plan approved by Management Team as part of budget planning.
6.2 Individual Training Plans
Each employee has an Individual Training Plan documenting:
- Mandatory training requirements and deadlines
- Professional development goals aligned with role
- Identified competence gaps from assessments
- Planned training activities and timelines
- Responsible parties (employee, manager, HR)
Creation: Within first month for new employees; updated annually during performance reviews.
Tracking: Manager and employee monitor progress quarterly.
6.3 Training Delivery Methods
Swedwise uses blended learning approaches:
| Method | When to Use | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Classroom/Workshop | Complex topics requiring interaction, hands-on practice | Multi-day technical courses, leadership workshops |
| Online/E-Learning | Standardized content, flexible timing, broad audience | Security awareness, GDPR compliance, product familiarization |
| On-the-Job Training | Practical skills, shadowing, apprenticeship | Customer project work, mentoring, job rotation |
| Discipline Forums | Technical expertise sharing, community learning | Monthly technical deep-dives, case study reviews |
| Self-Study | Individual learning, certification preparation | Reading, online courses, vendor training portals |
| Coaching/Mentoring | Leadership development, career growth | 1-on-1 coaching, mentor programs |
| Conferences/Events | Industry trends, networking, inspiration | Industry conferences, vendor events, seminars |
Selection Criteria: Consider learning objectives, audience size, budget, urgency, and learning preferences.
6.4 New Employee Induction
All new employees complete structured onboarding within their first month:
Week 1 - Organization and Culture:
- Welcome and introduction to "Make Time For The Good" values
- Company overview, organization structure, key contacts
- IT systems setup (email, collaboration tools, access)
- Workplace health and safety orientation
- Introduction to "The Machine" operating model
Week 2-3 - IMS and Compliance:
- IMS awareness training (quality, environmental, information security)
- Information security awareness (mandatory completion)
- GDPR and data protection basics
- Document control and where to find policies/procedures
- Customer data handling requirements
Week 3-4 - Role-Specific Onboarding:
- Introduction to discipline forum(s) relevant to role
- Service offering overview relevant to role
- Customer engagement model (if customer-facing)
- Tools and systems training specific to role
- Shadow experienced colleague or mentor assignment
Responsibility: HR coordinates logistics; Department Head ensures role-specific training completed; IMS Owner provides IMS training materials.
Evidence: Onboarding checklist signed by new employee and manager; LMS training completion records.
6.5 Role-Specific Training
Certain roles require specialized ongoing training:
Consultants (Customer-Facing):
- Product/technology training for areas of specialization
- Customer service and communication skills
- Project management basics (if not certified)
- Security and confidentiality for customer sites
- Discipline forum participation (mandatory)
Managers and Team Leads:
- People management and performance coaching
- IMS management responsibilities
- Risk management and decision-making
- Resource planning and allocation
- Leadership in learning organizations
Sales and Customer Success:
- Service offering knowledge (detailed understanding)
- Solution selling and value articulation
- CRM and sales process tools
- Contract and commercial terms awareness
- Customer onboarding process
SaaS Operations (if applicable):
- Platform technical training (OpenText Communications, Notifications)
- Incident and change management procedures
- Monitoring and alerting systems
- Security operations and threat response
- Customer support and escalation
6.6 IMS Mandatory Training
All employees complete the following training annually:
Information Security Awareness (SW-IMS-TRN-001):
- Duration: 45 minutes online
- Topics: Phishing, password security, data handling, incident reporting
- Assessment: 80% pass required
- Frequency: Annual refresh + new hire induction
- Tracking: LMS records
Environmental Awareness (SW-IMS-TRN-002):
- Duration: 30 minutes online
- Topics: Environmental policy, travel reduction, energy saving, waste management
- Assessment: 75% pass required
- Frequency: Annual refresh + new hire induction
- Tracking: LMS records
Quality and Customer Focus (SW-IMS-TRN-003):
- Duration: 30 minutes online
- Topics: Quality policy, customer expectations, non-conformity reporting
- Assessment: 75% pass required
- Frequency: Annual refresh + new hire induction
- Tracking: LMS records
GDPR and Data Protection (SW-IMS-TRN-004):
- Duration: 60 minutes online
- Topics: Data subject rights, lawful basis, data breaches, privacy by design
- Assessment: 80% pass required
- Frequency: Annual refresh + new hire induction
- Tracking: LMS records
Escalation: IMS Owner sends reminders for overdue mandatory training; persistent non-completion escalated to manager and HR.
6.7 Discipline Forum Training and Knowledge Sharing
Discipline forums serve as key learning and competence development mechanisms:
Forum Activities:
- Monthly technical sessions (case studies, new features, problem-solving)
- Knowledge repository maintenance (documentation, how-to guides)
- Mentoring and peer support
- Vendor training coordination (group discounts, shared learning)
- Certification study groups
Forum Leads: Senior practitioners lead each discipline forum, responsible for:
- Planning learning activities aligned with organizational needs
- Facilitating knowledge sharing sessions
- Identifying external training opportunities
- Tracking competence levels within forum membership
- Reporting forum activities to IMS Owner quarterly
Current Discipline Forums (examples):
- OpenText (Content Suite, Communications/Exstream)
- Salesforce (Sales Cloud, Service Cloud)
- Microsoft 365 and Power Platform
- Azure and Cloud Infrastructure
- Project Management
Integration with Training Plan: Discipline forum activities considered when planning professional development budget.
7. Training Records Management
7.1 Individual Competence Records
For each employee, maintain records of:
Qualifications and Certifications:
- Academic degrees and diplomas
- Professional certifications (with expiry dates)
- Vendor certifications (with expiry tracking)
- Licenses and registrations
Training History:
- Training course title and description
- Training provider and delivery method
- Date(s) attended or completed
- Duration (hours or days)
- Assessment results (if applicable)
- Certificate or completion evidence
Competence Assessments:
- Annual competence assessment results
- Competence level ratings for role profile
- Identified gaps and development goals
- Progress notes and manager feedback
Location: [TBD - HR system, LMS, or document repository]
Access: Employee (view own), Manager (view team), HR (view all), IMS Owner (aggregated reporting)
Privacy: Competence records are confidential employee information; handle per GDPR requirements.
7.2 Organizational Training Records
IMS Owner maintains organizational-level records:
Annual Training Plan:
- Planned training initiatives and priorities
- Budget allocation and expenditure tracking
- Delivery schedule and completion status
Training Activity Log:
- All training sessions delivered (internal and external)
- Participant lists and attendance
- Training materials and content (version controlled)
- Trainer/facilitator information
- Costs incurred
Mandatory Training Compliance Dashboard:
- Compliance rate by training type (e.g., 95% security awareness completion)
- Overdue training by person and department
- Trend over time (improving or declining compliance)
Training Metrics (see Section 8):
- Training hours per employee
- Training investment per employee
- Effectiveness ratings
- Competence gap closure rates
Location: [TBD - LMS reporting, spreadsheet, or BI dashboard]
7.3 Certification and Expiry Tracking
For certifications requiring renewal:
- Maintain register of certifications with expiry dates
- Alert employee and manager 90 days before expiry
- Track renewal status and evidence
- Escalate if critical certification expires without renewal
Critical Certifications (examples):
- Information security certifications (CISSP, CISM, etc.)
- Project management certifications (PMP, PRINCE2)
- Product certifications required for partner status (OpenText, Salesforce)
8. Training Effectiveness Evaluation
Training effectiveness is evaluated at four levels (Kirkpatrick model adapted):
8.1 Level 1 - Reaction (Participant Satisfaction)
Method: Post-training evaluation survey completed by participants.
Questions (5-point scale: Strongly Disagree to Strongly Agree):
- Learning objectives were clearly stated
- Content was relevant to my role
- Trainer/facilitator was knowledgeable and engaging
- Duration and pace were appropriate
- I would recommend this training to colleagues
Target: Average rating ≥ 4.0 out of 5.0
Action: Ratings < 3.5 trigger review and potential redesign or provider change.
8.2 Level 2 - Learning (Knowledge/Skill Acquisition)
Method: Assessments, tests, or practical demonstrations.
For Mandatory Training:
- Online quiz or test with minimum pass score
- Must pass to receive completion credit
- Retake allowed if failed (typically 3 attempts)
For Technical/Professional Training:
- Practical exercise or case study
- Vendor certification exam (external validation)
- Observation of skill application by manager
Target: ≥ 80% of participants achieve pass criteria.
Action: < 60% pass rate triggers content or delivery review.
8.3 Level 3 - Behavior (On-the-Job Application)
Method: Manager observation and feedback 30-90 days post-training.
Assessed via:
- Performance review discussion (did training lead to behavior change?)
- Project outcomes (was new skill applied successfully?)
- Customer feedback (improved service quality?)
- Incident reduction (e.g., fewer security incidents after awareness training)
Target: Manager confirms skill applied in ≥ 70% of cases where opportunity existed.
Action: Low application rates may indicate lack of opportunity, insufficient reinforcement, or training-job mismatch.
8.4 Level 4 - Results (Business Impact)
Method: Measurement of business outcomes linked to training objectives.
Example Metrics:
| Training | Business Outcome | Measurement |
|---|---|---|
| Security awareness | Reduced phishing success | Phishing simulation click rates |
| Project management | On-time, on-budget delivery | Project success rate % |
| Customer service | Customer satisfaction | NPS or satisfaction scores |
| Technical (new product) | Revenue from service | Sales of new service offering |
| Environmental awareness | Reduced carbon footprint | Travel emissions, energy use |
Frequency: Measured quarterly or annually depending on metric.
Reporting: Included in IMS management review (see SW-IMS-PRO-005).
8.5 Continuous Improvement Based on Evaluation
Training effectiveness evaluation informs:
- Adjustments to training content or delivery method
- Selection or change of training providers
- Budget allocation decisions (invest more in effective training)
- Identification of additional support needs (coaching, tools)
- Updates to competence profiles or standards
Responsibility: IMS Owner analyzes evaluation data and recommends improvements; Department Heads provide input from their areas.
9. Roles and Responsibilities
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Management Team | - Approve annual training plan and budget - Allocate resources for competence development - Support learning organization culture - Review training metrics in management review - Lead by example in own development |
| IMS Owner | - Coordinate competence and training management - Develop and maintain annual training plan - Conduct organizational training needs analysis - Deliver or procure IMS mandatory training - Maintain training records and reporting - Evaluate training effectiveness - Manage LMS platform (if applicable) - Report training metrics to management |
| Department Heads / Team Leads | - Define competence profiles for roles in their area - Conduct individual competence assessments - Identify training needs for team members - Ensure individual training plans are created and followed - Approve training requests within budget - Evaluate training effectiveness (Level 3 - behavior) - Provide input to annual training plan |
| Discipline Forum Leads | - Plan and facilitate discipline forum learning activities - Coordinate technical training for forum members - Maintain knowledge repositories - Report forum activities to IMS Owner - Identify emerging competence needs in technical area |
| HR (if dedicated role exists) | - Coordinate new employee induction logistics - Maintain individual competence records - Procure external training providers - Administer training budget tracking - Support career development discussions |
| Individual Employees | - Participate in competence assessments honestly - Complete mandatory training on time - Take ownership of individual training plan - Apply learned skills on the job - Provide feedback on training effectiveness - Share knowledge with colleagues |
| Trainers/Facilitators | - Deliver training aligned with learning objectives - Assess participant learning - Collect feedback and suggest improvements - Maintain training materials (version control) - Provide completion evidence to IMS Owner |
10. Training Budget and Approval
10.1 Budget Allocation
Training budget is allocated as part of annual business planning:
- Organizational Training Budget: Centrally managed by IMS Owner for mandatory training and organizational initiatives
- Departmental Budgets: Allocated to departments for professional development
- Individual Development Allowance: [TBD - e.g., 10,000 SEK per person per year] for personal development
Typical Budget Split:
- Mandatory IMS training: 30%
- Professional/technical development: 50%
- Leadership development: 10%
- Conferences and events: 10%
10.2 Training Request and Approval Process
Step 1: Identify Training Need
- Employee or manager identifies training opportunity
- Check if aligned with individual training plan or role requirements
Step 2: Submit Request
- Complete Training Request Form (SW-IMS-FRM-007) with:
- Training details (provider, dates, cost)
- Learning objectives and business justification
- Budget source (department, individual allowance)
- Expected outcomes
Step 3: Approval
- Manager approves if within budget and aligned with role
- IMS Owner approves for IMS-related training
- Management Team approval required for >50,000 SEK
Step 4: Booking and Attendance
- HR or employee books training upon approval
- Employee attends and completes training
- Evidence of completion submitted to IMS Owner
Step 5: Post-Training
- Employee completes evaluation survey
- Manager conducts follow-up on application (30-90 days)
- Training record updated
10.3 Emergency or Unplanned Training
When urgent training need arises outside of annual plan:
- Manager documents justification and business case
- IMS Owner assesses if budget available
- Management Team approval if significant cost
- Training delivered and effectiveness monitored
Examples: New regulatory requirement, critical security threat, customer contractual requirement.
11. Competence and Training for SaaS Services
For the Swedwise Communications SaaS service, specific competence requirements:
11.1 SaaS Operations Team
Technical Competencies:
- OpenText Communications (Exstream) administration
- Notification systems (email, SMS gateways)
- Kubernetes and container orchestration
- Monitoring and alerting tools
- Database administration (PostgreSQL, etc.)
Process Competencies:
- Incident management (ITIL or equivalent)
- Change management procedures
- Customer support escalation
- SLA management and reporting
- Security operations
Training Plan:
- Vendor training (OpenText) - foundational and advanced
- Internal procedures and runbooks
- Security operations and threat response
- Customer communication and escalation
11.2 SaaS Support Staff
Customer Service Competencies:
- Product knowledge (features, limitations, common issues)
- Ticketing system proficiency
- Communication and de-escalation
- SLA awareness and prioritization
Training Plan:
- Product training (features, use cases, troubleshooting)
- Customer service skills
- Incident categorization and escalation procedures
- Regular product update briefings
11.3 Certification Requirements for SaaS
Required Certifications:
- At least 2 team members: OpenText Communications Certified Professional
- SaaS Operations Lead: ITIL Foundation or equivalent
- Security Lead: Information security certification (e.g., CISSP, Security+)
Tracking: IMS Owner maintains certification register with renewal dates; alerts sent 90 days before expiry.
12. Integration with Discipline Forums
Discipline forums are central to Swedwise's learning organization model:
12.1 Forum Structure
Each discipline forum:
- Meets monthly (minimum) for knowledge sharing
- Has designated forum lead (senior practitioner)
- Maintains shared knowledge repository
- Coordinates training activities and vendor relationships
- Supports members' professional development
12.2 Forum Activities as Training
Forum activities eligible for training credit:
- Formal technical presentations (1 hour = 1 training hour)
- Hands-on workshops and labs
- Case study reviews and problem-solving sessions
- Vendor-led training sessions arranged by forum
- Study groups for certification preparation
Documentation: Forum lead logs activities and participants; submitted to IMS Owner quarterly.
12.3 Cross-Forum Learning
Opportunities for learning across discipline boundaries:
- Quarterly "showcase" sessions where forums present to each other
- Integration projects requiring multi-discipline collaboration
- Shared challenges (e.g., security, cloud infrastructure)
13. Records to Maintain
| Record | Retention Period | Location | Owner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Training Plan | Current + 3 years | [TBD] | IMS Owner |
| Individual Training Plans | Employment duration + 1 year | [TBD] | Manager / HR |
| Individual Competence Records | Employment duration + 3 years | [TBD] | HR / IMS Owner |
| Training Activity Log | 5 years | [TBD] | IMS Owner |
| Training Attendance Records | 5 years | [TBD] | IMS Owner |
| Training Evaluation Results | 3 years | [TBD] | IMS Owner |
| Mandatory Training Completion Records | 3 years | [TBD] | IMS Owner |
| Certification Register | Current + 3 years | [TBD] | IMS Owner |
| Competence Assessment Forms | 3 years | [TBD] | Manager / HR |
| Discipline Forum Activity Logs | 3 years | [TBD] | Forum Lead |
14. Key Performance Indicators
Training effectiveness measured through:
| Metric | Target | Frequency | Owner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mandatory training completion rate | ≥ 95% | Monthly | IMS Owner |
| Average training hours per employee | ≥ 40 hours/year | Annual | IMS Owner |
| Training satisfaction (Level 1) | ≥ 4.0 / 5.0 | Per training | IMS Owner |
| Training pass rate (Level 2) | ≥ 80% | Per training | IMS Owner |
| Competence gap closure rate | ≥ 70% of identified gaps | Annual | IMS Owner |
| Training budget utilization | 80-100% | Quarterly | IMS Owner |
| Certification renewal compliance | 100% | Quarterly | IMS Owner |
| Phishing simulation click rate | < 5% | Quarterly | CISO |
Reporting: Training metrics reviewed in quarterly management reviews and annual IMS management review.
15. Related Documents
- SW-IMS-POL-001 - Integrated Management System Policy
- SW-ISMS-POL-001 - Information Security Policy
- SW-IMS-PRO-001 - Document Control Procedure
- SW-IMS-PRO-002 - Risk Assessment Procedure
- SW-IMS-PRO-005 - Management Review Procedure
- SW-IMS-FRM-007 - Training Request Form
- SW-IMS-FRM-008 - Competence Assessment Form
- SW-IMS-FRM-009 - Training Evaluation Survey
- SW-IMS-TRN-001 - Information Security Awareness Training
- SW-IMS-TRN-002 - Environmental Awareness Training
- SW-IMS-TRN-003 - Quality and Customer Focus Training
- SW-IMS-TRN-004 - GDPR and Data Protection Training
16. Continuous Improvement
This procedure is subject to continuous improvement based on:
- Training effectiveness evaluation results
- Audit findings and recommendations
- Employee feedback and suggestions
- Changes in business requirements or service offerings
- Best practice benchmarking
- Regulatory or standard requirement changes
Suggestions for improvement should be submitted to the IMS Owner.
Appendix A: Role Competence Profile Template
Role Title: [e.g., Senior Consultant - OpenText]
Department: [e.g., Customer Success]
Reports To: [e.g., Head of Customer Success]
Core Competencies
| Competency | Required Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Communication | 3 - Proficiency | Customer-facing role |
| Customer Focus | 3 - Proficiency | Essential for consultants |
| Learning Mindset | 3 - Proficiency | Technology evolves rapidly |
| Collaboration | 3 - Proficiency | Team-based delivery |
Professional Competencies
| Competency | Required Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| OpenText Content Suite | 3 - Proficiency | Core service offering |
| OpenText Communications | 2 - Working Knowledge | Emerging service area |
| Project Management | 2 - Working Knowledge | Customer project delivery |
| Requirements Analysis | 3 - Proficiency | Understanding customer needs |
| Documentation and Knowledge Transfer | 3 - Proficiency | Customer enablement |
IMS Competencies (All Roles)
| Competency | Required Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Information Security Awareness | 2 - Working Knowledge | Mandatory training |
| Environmental Awareness | 1 - Awareness | Mandatory training |
| Quality Principles | 2 - Working Knowledge | Customer expectations |
| Data Protection (GDPR) | 2 - Working Knowledge | Customer data handling |
Certifications
Required:
- OpenText Content Suite Certified Professional (or achievement within 12 months)
Preferred:
- PRINCE2 Foundation or PMP
- ITIL Foundation
Education and Experience
Education: Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
Experience: 3+ years in software consulting or implementation role
Appendix B: Training Evaluation Survey Template
Training Details
- Training Title: ___________________
- Date(s): ___________________
- Trainer/Provider: ___________________
- Your Name (optional): ___________________
Instructions: Rate each statement from 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree)
Relevance and Content
| Statement | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Learning objectives were clearly stated | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| Content was relevant to my role | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| Content level was appropriate (not too basic or advanced) | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| Practical examples and exercises were valuable | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| Training materials were clear and useful | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
Delivery and Facilitation
| Statement | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trainer was knowledgeable and engaging | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| Duration and pace were appropriate | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| Questions were encouraged and answered well | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| Technology/platform worked well (if online) | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
Outcomes
| Statement | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I achieved the learning objectives | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| I can apply what I learned on the job | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| I would recommend this training to colleagues | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
Open Feedback
What were the most valuable aspects of this training?
What could be improved?
Additional comments or suggestions:
Document Control
| Version | Date | Author | Changes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | [TBD] | [Author] | Initial release |
Approval
| Role | Name | Signature | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| IMS Owner | |||
| Head of Customer Success | |||
| Management Team Representative |