by Andrew Evans on March 26th, 2012
CDSM has been selected as an approved supplier by the Government Procurement Services Information Management and Learning Services (IMLS) Framework. The Framework will be used by schools, academies and local authorities to select and purchase learning platforms and management information systems.
The selection process was undertaken after extensive and thorough research into the needs of educational establishments across the UK, ensuring that only the providers with the highest quality products and services would be selected for the Framework. CDSM’s My Learning Space platform passed with flying colours, which is a reflection of the work and effort put in by CDSM and our community of users.
My Learning Space is now recognised and endorsed by the UK government for procurement at School, Academy and Local Authority level.
Selection for the framework ensures that My Learning Space continues to go from strength to strength. It is rapidly establishing itself in the UK as the learning platform of choice for schools and academies who want technology to support their vision of teaching & learning.
Steve Finch, Head of Business Development at CDSM, said: “We’re delighted to have My Learning Space approved by the Framework. Schools, academies and local authorities can now focus on choosing a learning platform that best fits the school without the usual procurement hurdles, saving them time and money which can be better spent on teaching and learning. We’re thrilled to know that our efforts in developing a class-leading learning platform based on the direct feedback of teachers and learners across the UK have all been worth it – validation from both the community of users and the UK government “.
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by dan.sivak on March 9th, 2012
CDSM have agreed commercial terms to work on a major new project with national communication charity Signature.
Dan Sivak, Managing Director of CDSM, said “I am delighted that we have agreed terms and can move ahead on this exciting Early Years and Primary School project. I can’t reveal too much at the moment as a major launch is planned for April 15th, but I can promise you that this project will make a positive impact on the lives of young learners in the UK.
There will be a big digital aspect to the project, as you might expect with CDSM being involved, and we are looking forward to releasing a cross-platform product that will be second to none in terms of quality.”
Watch this space for updates.
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by dan.sivak on February 27th, 2012
Two schools have just gone live with CDSM’s contemporary learning management system as part of plans to introduce innovative learning technologies to secondary schools throughout Monmouthshire and Torfaen.
The schools, Abersychan Secondary School and Monmouth Comprehensive School, are the first to benefit from (our/CDSM’s) partnership with the two authorities, which will see the learning management system introduced to all eleven secondary schools across the two counties by the end of the summer term.
“The project has gone well for us,” said Kieran McGlynn, CDSM’s Senior Project Manager, “we were notified of our success in winning the contract in mid-January and we have moved very quickly to get the system ready for teachers and students returning to school after their half term break.”
http://www.freepressseries.co.uk/news/9546441.Abersy…
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by dan.sivak on December 9th, 2011
CDSM’s partnership with Cambridge University Press goes from strength to strength as their marquee blended learning solution continues to demonstrate considerable success in the marketplace.
The Touchstone Blended Learning course was a world first and provided Cambridge with a competitive advantage upon its launch. It’s since been enjoying significant success in the marketplace through a combination of Cambridge’s world-leading pedagogy and CDSM’s technology platform. It’s unique approach allows organisations to choose their proportion of blend between the classroom-based material and full library of eLearning modules.
Following a rigorous procurement process, CDSM stood head and shoulders above the competitors and have subsequently been providing consultancy services and innovative eLearning development products to Cambridge for over 2 years. This period has seen global rollout and considerable growth within the organisation of CDSM’s products and services, strengthening the relationship and providing a platform for Cambridge to differentiate in the marketplace.
CDSM will continue to present new and innovative solutions to Cambridge and are looking forward to some exciting new developments in 2012.
http://www.cambridge.org/us/esl/catalog/subject/project/item404931/?site_locale=en_US
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by dan.sivak on November 29th, 2011
With the downturn in the global economy, businesses are exploring ways to reduce costs and realise value for money more than ever before. Training is a necessity for all business and traditionally this can represent significant fixed costs.
Proof that CDSM’s products and services are more relevant than ever is the continued success of our corporate eLearning strategy. We’ve expanded our consultancy and service to comprehensively cover sectors such as engineering, automotive and Health and Safety. We are transforming the way our clients and partners diagnose and deliver training.
We’ve been innovating and piloting new ways of delivering effective blended learning across organisations with great effect. The perfect mix of learning outcomes are the results of our experience and efforts: increased retention, reduction in costs of delivery and improved attainment. Our capability and experience affords us a contribution at all levels of the organisation. Large organisations are working with us to implement centres of excellence and eAcademies as a Managed Learning Service. Our models of implementation are gaining traction and shifting expectations of how cost effective a digital strategy can be.
We’ve recognised the shift over the last 18 months away from desktop devices and towards mobile and tablet which has lead us to develop a unique way of publishing content compatible with all platforms.
2011 has been a fantastic year for CDSM – here’s to 2012…
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by dan.sivak on November 18th, 2011
CDSM are excited to announce a new partnership with Santia Training Services, a leading UK IOSH, NEBOSH and IEMA training provider.
Santia offers health and safety training in the UK and internationally in-company or scheduled open courses with experienced consultants based regionally. Their delegates regularly achieve 90-100% pass rates in accredited courses.
CDSM are proud to be providing consultancy and technology services to support Santia’s readiness to market with eLearning courseware and blended classroom solutions. Santia have demonstrated a deep understanding of how eLearning can be developed as more than just an ‘add on’ to their successful classroom-based training programmes. Santia will explore a range of technologies to increase effectiveness and maintain the fantastic results they already see.
Together with CDSM, Santia are looking to diversify its offering to new and existing customers whilst retaining its core skills in-house. We feel its a perfect fit and we’re looking forward to doing great things together in the New Year.
http://www.santia-training.co.uk/
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by dan.sivak on March 12th, 2011
RTS eSolutions choose CDSM for automotive sectorCDSM have teamed up with the RTS Group to provide specialist training modules and delivery platforms to provide contemporary mobile and tablet-based training solutions for its automotive customers.
Providing an alternative for car dealerships to their existing heavy-duty LMS platforms, RTS and CDSM have identified opportunities to deliver high-quality, media-rich and cross-platform eLearning content through a quick and easy to use ‘lite’ LMS. This allows the delivery of specific training programmes to staff members with little or no risk and an extremely short lead-in time.
Administration of the platform requires very little effort and full reports of the learners progress can be accessed and exported easily. It’s a simple, smart and extremely effective way of delivering training and tracking results. We’re envisaging a industry shift towards content and platforms like this in the coming months – but remember you heard it here first!
http://www.rtsgroup.com
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by Debbie Marshall on February 2nd, 2011
People & Places are proud to be the headline sponsors for the Learning Disability Today Conference and Exhibition in Manchester on the 4th of March 2011.
The event encompasses a series of presentations and over 30 stands, featuring projects and key organisations from across the North West and the wider UK.
If you are able to attend the conference, look out for Rachel Mason, Consultant to Families’ in the South West, who will be presenting at 2.30pm. This session will look at how the effective use of information technology is a key element of personalisation. Rachel will discuss how it enables people with a learning disability to maximise their independence and make sustainable and meaningful links with their peers and the community.
People & Places will be exhibiting at the event, so come and visit us on stand no. 9, to find out more about our secure and inclusive online social network and planning tool for local communities.
Date:- 4 March 2011
Location: The Point, Manchester
Details:- http://pavilion-live.co.uk/ldtlondon2010/
Contact: debbie.marshall@cdsm.co.uk
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