Training supports new and experienced Decision Lens users
Decision Lens training is constantly updated as new product releases are completed and in response to the needs and interests of our customers.
For newcomers, we provide an end-to-end demonstration, and teach concepts that include criteria development, building ratings scales, using sensitivity analysis, and more. We train advanced users to develop their expertise in resource allocation, and to optimize the models they are working on.
Basic Training and Application
- Overview for decision-making participants, software operators and facilitators
- Basic fundamentals of structured decision making, AHP and ANP concepts, decision-making processes and the Decision Lens methodology
- Introduction to the Decision Lens Suite™ and Decision Lens Web™ software tools—orientation to the structure, functions, features and aesthetics of the software
- Hands-on application using simulated and real-world decision model
Intermediate Training and Application
- Various planning methods and operational processes, such as project portfolio management, procurement, strategic planning and critical success factors
- Management based on specific group/organizational dynamics
- Interpersonal skills and techniques for working with heavily biased team members or those with personalities and styles that impede consensus and good decision making, and for handling difficult team dynamics and political situations
- Importable and exportable data, controlled and multi-year resource optimizations
Advanced Techniques
- Continuous development and ongoing improvement of the decision-making process
- Integration of Decision Lens processes, software tools and methodologies with operational processes and practices that are unique to an organization
- Ideal vs. distributive modes
Train the Trainer
This service is designed to enable your organization to use your internal resources. You will be able to self-sustain and expand best practices and principles of decision management by applying Decision Lens processes, software tools and methodologies on your own.
Organization-Specific Education and Training Services
We can customize decision management training and education to meet your organization’s unique needs.