What you should pay attention to for training courses around your NX CAM introduction
When implementing NX CAM, one topic should be given high priority in your planning: The training and education of your colleagues.
With a comprehensive CAM-System, it is not enough to send the future users to a one-off training course. It is essential to integrate the training of the new software solution into the implementation plan. So, make sure your NX CAM partner (such as JANUS Engineering) supports you in the planning and execution of the training.
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Focused training for direct users of NX CAM is essential for the successful use of the system. However, other employees can also benefit from a basic training course. Machine operators, production managers, IT personnel and others can benefit from an insight into the functions and possibilities of NX CAM in order to work together more efficiently.
In addition, the selection and training of a Key User is an important step for sustainable success with the new system. The Key User will be most familiar with the software and serve as the first point of contact.
The greatest learning success occurs when learners can apply what they have learned in practice after a theory unit. During practice, they can try out what they have learned and gain new insights. Since questions and challenges always arise during this practical unit, a revision phase helps to complete the learning block.
When a topic - for example, a manufacturing step or an NX CAM module - has been successfully covered in all three phases (theory, practice and revision), the next topic should be trained. Otherwise, there is a risk that users will be overwhelmed by too much learning content at once and lose motivation.
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There is no "one fits all" solution for motivating your colleagues. A systematic learning concept and enough time as described in points 2 and 3 are the cornerstones for a positive learning environment. In addition, however, regular discussions should take place with the learners. In this way, you will quickly notice whether and why the interest for the new CAM system is decreasing and - most importantly - you will be aware of what you can do to reactivate the motivation of your colleagues.
Even after the implementation and the first trainings, motivated employees may want to stay up to date and you should support this initiative! Give them the necessary time and the right tools such as an e-learning platform (like the JANUS E-Academy) or suitable content (like these NX CAM QuickTips).
If problems or questions arise with the new system, it is helpful to have quick and direct contact to a user hotline or the option of receiving on-site support. This helps to quickly overcome challenges and avoid long-winded attempts to find solutions.
Read our whitepaper to find out what you should also pay attention to when implementing NX CAM.
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