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Empower yourself and your team. Discover Open iT’s training courses.
As the leading solution for engineering software management, Open iT understands the challenges and difficulties of adopting an effective engineering software management program. As Engineering and Design software prices soar and their licensing terms become more complex, it becomes even more important for companies to find ways to effectively manage these critical IT resources.
Thus, Open iT is offering this training program to help you enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of your engineering software management program and make the most of the solutions we provide.
Schedule of Training
Open iT Administration
and Reporting Training
Next Session on February 10-13, 2026
Engage in this focused online training, designed to immerse participants in the Open iT solution. Explore its key features and harness its maximum potential for optimal value. By the end, users will be proficient in leveraging the platform’s comprehensive capabilities.
LEARNING OUTCOME:
Following completion of this course, you will be able to:
Following completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Gain expertise in managing Open iT Core Reporter and Analysis Server.
- Understand Core Server Administration including:
- Integration with Active Directory/LDAP.
- Set up meaningful reports using a mix of reporting methods.
- Comprehend Analysis Server Administration
- Develop skills in troubleshooting related to Open iT.
- Grasp the nuances of User Management
Engineering Software
Reporting & Analysis (ESRA)
Next Session on March 3-6, 2026
Join the ESRA Program to master advanced report generation techniques. Learn to extract vital insights from diverse data sources, focusing on crucial business intelligence. This knowledge enhances decision-making and underpins strategic organizational shifts.
LEARNING OUTCOME:
Following completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand the Open iT’s architecture, gain knowledge of the supported License Managers and the modes of data collection.
- Comprehend the fundamentals of Core Server Reporting and Analysis Server Reporting Services (SSRS).
- Comprehend the reporting and integration features of Power BI.
- Recognize the importance of data provisions in the context of vendor negotiations and how to leverage it.
- Equip yourself with knowledge on how Open iT helps you keep license costs under control for vendors such as Autodesk, Hexagon, Bentley, Landmark and SLB
Engineering Software
Administration & Optimization (ESAO)
Next Session on March 10-13, 2026
Boost your Open iT ROI with the ESAO course. Quickly grasp the Open iT Core Reporter and Analysis Server functionalities. Learn industry-best practices for license management and app optimization. Our practical training ensures immediate application, enhancing organizational value.
LEARNING OUTCOME:
Following completion of this course, you will be able to:
Following completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand Active Directory (AD) Mapping and its implications.
- Gain insights into the data flow within the Open iT system.
- Understand the mapping sources crucial for data accuracy and consistency.
- Understand the significance of proper labelling for clarity and ease of use.
- Gain hands-on experience and knowledge about client-side configurations in Open iT.
- Implement troubleshooting techniques, focusing on: License files, Log files, Options files.
- Gain experience in working with options files in Open iT – CLIMS.
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