Premiere Global Services announced the launch of TrainingConnect

Premiere Global Services, Inc. a provider of communication technologies that simplify business process, has today announced the launch of its latest conferencing and collaboration application: TrainingConnect. TrainingConnect enables the effective and efficient execution of companywide training programmes, without compromising on productivity.

Companies strive to create a positive work environment, where employees feel motivated to do their job to the best of their ability. Training is key to increasing an employeeís skill set and in their development into more senior roles, but training programmes can also be time consuming and expensive to roll out. Using the latest audio and web conferencing and collaboration tools, TrainingConnect is an E-learning solution that has been developed to help companies overcome these cost and time issues. Regular training initiatives can be rolled out locally, remotely or internationally through the creation of a virtual classroom environment that can be accessed directly from the employees desktop.

Employees do not need to leave their desks to take part in training sessions, relieving the stress of taking time away from the office and at the same time increasing attendance levels and overall impact. Equally, employers do not need to spend time and money rolling out the same course individually across all of their different business locations.

TrainingConnect also meets the needs of a growing number of businesses, such as computer and software vendors, that need to execute external training programmes to inform customers in the use of their products and services. By offering the sessions through TrainingConnectís virtual classrooms, companies can maximise the efficiency of their staff, training multiple companies at the same time, whilst saving money on travel. These cost savings can be passed on to their customers.

ìThere is an increasing need for skills and knowledge in order to maintain a competitive edge in todayís fast moving business world. However, it is important that this is achieved without compromising on productivity. TrainingConnect ensures that employees are given the tools to succeed and the necessary training more frequently, efficiently and cost effectively,î commented Andy Pearce, Managing Director, Premiere Global Services, EMEA. ìThe application is beneficial in helping organisations keep employees - from sales teams to engineers - informed and motivated in their jobs.î

TrainingConnect is a true Web Conferencing application. The online collaboration features, which include virtual classrooms, offer interaction with the materials on screen leading to a greater understanding, acceptance and recall of what is being taught. Additionally, the polling function, allows employees to feedback on the relevance and usefulness of the training.

Enhanced conference features give training programmes a personal feel and include custom on-hold announcements as well as the ability to ask questions online during the training and provide feedback. Attendees can interact in real time and do not need to wait till the end of the session to make a point or ask an important question. Sessions are recorded and available on-demand so if employees cannot attend the live training, they have the flexibility to attend at a later date. Premiere Global Services also offers pre and post training options including reminder SMS or blast emails sent prior to training and prompts highlighting replay links and surveys or assessments that need to be completed.

The TrainingConnect service is available now and further information can be accessed through the Premiere Global Services website at www.premiereglobal.co.uk