Ready to start achieving better spare parts inventory management?
This short guide will help you to get started.
Why Study Online?
Online study provides many benefits, the most obvious of these are:
- Cost savings: no travel and accommodation expenses
- Convenience: no extended time from work
- Flexibility: study the content when it suits you
In addition, our instructor-led approach adds:
- Structure: scheduled class/tutorial times adds a layer of discipline to the training
- Engagement: direct instructor contact enables you to clarify issues and ask questions
- Access: content is available beyond the immediate class program
- Networking: interact with, and hear from, your peers during online sessions
- ‘Soak Time’: teaching this content over weeks rather than hours gives time for participants to absorb the content.
On all measures this approach is superior to traditional class room training.
How Does Studying Online Work?
Enrolling in a program or course unlocks access to the content for that program or course. You can then study wherever you have access to the Internet. With self-paced programs there are no classes to attend and you can study at your own pace. The only limitation is that there is a set time limit for the completion of each program or course. Instructor-led programs have formal classes and structure but all content is provided online.
Your material and presentation is very clear and easy to understand and I have learned so much. I wasn’t trained to manage an inventory but have grown into this position.
Your material and presentation is very clear and easy to understand and I have learned so much. I wasn’t trained to manage an inventory but have grown into this position.
Denise Garner
Spare Parts Manager Customer Care Group
Haarslev
What is the difference between self-paced, instructor-led, and company-wide programs?
Self-paced training is where we provide all the content, online, in a series of lessons. You access this content at a time and a pace that suits you. The only limitation is that there is a set time limit for the completion of each program or course.
Instructor-led training provides more structure plus direct contact with the course instructor. You get all the benefits of online training but added interaction and the requirement to attend online class sessions. We believe that our instructor-led spare parts management training provides you with the best training experience.
Company-wide training suits organizations that are seeking to achieve significant improvements in their spare parts management through simultaneously training their team members. These could be from different locations, all at the same location, or even operating back-to-back shifts. All of our training courses can be provided as Company-wide training programs.
What Courses Are Available?
Instructor-Led Training
The Basics of Spare Parts Management (Course code: IL01)
Learn the basics: from the role of spare parts in the organization through to identifying critical spares and determining ROPs and ROQs.
Best Practices in Spare Parts Inventory Management (Course code: IL02)
In one session you will learn the 7 practices that give the best results in spare parts inventory management.
Spare Parts Policy Development (Course code: IL03)
This course will not only tell you what’s required, we provide templates, and show you how to create a suite of policies that are tailored to your workplace.
Spare Parts Inventory Reduction (Course code: IL04)
This course will show you a tried, true and trusted technique for reducing your inventory with no negative impact on your operational goals. (Yes, really!)
Click here for more details and the latest schedule.
Self-Paced Training
Basics of Spare Parts Management (Course code: SP01)
This course covers the basic requirements for people learning about spare parts inventory management. The course includes two modules, Introduction to Inventory Management and Stock Level Decision Making.
Slow and Obsolete Spare Parts Management (Course code: SP02)
Our course on slow and obsolete spare parts (SLOBS) management will show you how to manage, dispose of, and prevent the creation of obsolete spare parts.
Storeroom Management (Course code: SP03)
This course is for people whose main focus is storeroom management. The focus is on understanding spare parts inventory management and the most appropriate stock holding level, then the course works through both the physical and procedural aspects of storeroom management.
Spare Parts Policy Development (Course code: SP04)
This course teaches you how-to develop spare parts inventory management policies that will ensure correct management and control your inventory decision making.
Advanced Spare Parts Management Program (Course code: SP05)
This advanced program equips you with the know-how to be a better manager or supervisor of spare parts inventory. This program covers all of the issues faced during the spare parts inventory life-cycle and will ensure that you develop the skills, know-how, policies, and systems to minimize your spare parts investment while maximizing your spare parts availability.
Click here for more details on self-paced training
How Does the Full Access & Support Membership Work?
This membership differs from our training courses in that it provides you with greater access to our content, our community, and our advisory support service.
This option is specifically designed for people who are seeking additional insight and advisory support, not just training.
Undertaking this option gives you full access to:
- All self-paced training courses – that’s all courses.
- Our full Resource Library – use this for specific problem solving information, as and when you need it.
- Policy templates – access to these templates is normally $250 but they are included as part of this membership level.
- Online ROP calculator – a quick and easy way to review the validity of stock holding level decisions.
- Virtual Round Table Sessions – your opportunity to discuss your specific issues with us and other members.
- General Advisory Support – in addition to training programs support, this membership provides for general advisory support for the spare part management issues that you face.
- Operational Gap Analysis Tool – this tool helps you identify the strengths and weaknesses of your current approach to spare parts inventory management.
- Extended access – this membership provides for 12 months access.
I want to compliment Phillip Slater on the professionalism, ease of understanding and practicality of the modules. SparePartsKnowHow.com is of a world class standard and suitable for any industry in the world.
I want to compliment Phillip Slater on the professionalism, ease of understanding and practicality of the modules. SparePartsKnowHow.com is of a world class standard and suitable for any industry in the world.
Ernie Thaver
Supply Demand Manager
Sasol Mining
How Do I Enrol and Pay?
Enrolling is easy!
Visit our Enrolling at SparePartsKnowHow.com is Easy page for information on both enrollment and payment options.
Can We Get a Group Discount
Yes, we provide an attractive, exponential, discount structure which enables you to save up to 50% per user.
Read about our group discount structure.
What Support Do I Get?
For all training, throughout your studies, if you have a question about anything in your course, just email us using the Online Coaching feature and you will receive a prompt response.
How Do I Qualify for a Certificate?
There is nothing like a certificate to validate your studies and know-how!
To qualify for a certificate you need to complete the quizzes associated with one of our certificate programs or courses. These are clearly labelled on the information page for each course.
The online training program helped our team to better understand the complexities of spare parts management. We recommend [this] for anyone looking to expand their understanding and skills with spare parts management.
The online training program helped our team to better understand the complexities of spare parts management. We recommend [this] for anyone looking to expand their understanding and skills with spare parts management.
Askar Andirov & Sabit Trumov
Spare Parts Superintendents
Karachaganak Petroleum
What Time Commitment is Required?
The time required varies by course and is indicated on the information page for each course. See individual pages for details.
As a guide, you can expect a minimum time commitment of 2 – 3 hours per week.
What About Continuing Professional Development and CPD Hours?
Many professional organizations require members to log their Continuing Professional Development (CPD), and some also count the number of hours spent in CPD. Our courses can contribute to your CPD requirements. Some of the organizations which require this include:
- The Chartered Institute for Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
- Australasian Supply Chain Institute (ASCI)
- Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT)
- American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS)
- Institute of Supply Management (ISM)
- Project Management Institute (PMI)
- Association of Asset Management Professionals (AMP)
- Asset Management Council (AMC)
Please check with the relevant organization.