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21 September 2020

Importance of CAFM System Training

Computer-aided facility management, popularly known as CAFM, is a software that ensures that an excellent working condition of a building can be maintained, while also keeping the occupants of the building comfortable. Among the various capabilities offered by the software, it can also help you keep a check on whether the space of a building is being utilised in the best possible way. Computer-aided facility management is a feature-loaded and powerful software that can help in the management of a fast-paced environment of a workplace.

The integration of this software in your workplace will surely benefit the ecosystem. However, in order to get maximum benefits from the system, it is very important that your entire management team undergoes training regarding its use. Successful integration of the CAFM is underpinned by the skill sets as well as the quality of your management. The software supports multiple features, and while tinkering with the software for a couple of hours will allow you to get familiar with the UI and some of the basic features, but there is much more that you need to learn.

The next thing that you would need to think about is where you can get training for this software.

Training Offered by The Developers

It is always better to understand and learn things from experts. So, to understand the full potential and functionality of CAFM, you can opt for training by program developers. Here are a few tips that can help you with your training:

The best way to understand every feature of this software is to watch an instructional video. Many development companies offer demo videos with their software. If you are already well-versed with using similar software, all you would need is an overview, and if it is the first time that you are working with such software, you should look for a more comprehensive and in-depth training video. There are also some companies that provide real-time demos to train you on how to use their CAFM.

Opting for formal training is another good way to get a deep understanding of the software. While demos can be quite helpful, they work best when there are only a few people who need to learn about the software. However, if you want to impart organization-wide training, formal training seminars would be the way to go. These can include webinars, modules, in-person sessions, as well as tutorial videos. Leveraging the benefits of formal training allows you to learn how best you can unlock the potential offered by the CAFM and how you can use it in line with your goals.

If you have a specific question or query, you can also try troubleshooting. Asking particular questions and then learning from the answers is one of the best ways to unlock the potential of the CAFM software.

Learn from a Knowledgeable User 

Another way for you to affect training for the CAFM is by looking around in your own organization. There is a chance that one or more of your employees may know how to use this software. You can tap their expertise and arrange for them to impart training to others. They will be able to explain the software in a more user-friendly way. Learning in-house allows you to set your own pace, plus there will always be someone there to help you in real-time in case you face any issues.

Integrating CAFM in your organisation is very beneficial. But in order to utilise its full capabilities, proper training for using the software has to be imparted.

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