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Knowledge Consultants, Inc. has a management team and staff to meet your needs. Either an instructional team or a consultative team can provide the business solution you need.
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Understanding the structure of an organization today means understanding the relationships between the various elements of the organization, its partners, or other businesses. Each organization utilizes different viewpoints that are part of the normal operations of running the organization. Looking at it from an architectural perspective, it may include: the business environment, the perceived market needs, product / service architecture, the process architecture, and supporting architectures.
KCI courses address builiding the understanding of how to integrate these architectural perspectives.
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Business analysis depends on the successful application of applying different types of analytics: financial, quantitative, and descriptive (qualitative).
KCI's courses are focused upon building the skills necessary to operating within an organization utilizing any of one of these skills.
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Knowledge Consultants (KCI) offers a number of contemporary courses. They are:
Experience and Focus
KCI provides the experience and focus to help address various types of business situations. Whether the situation is c-level or mid-management leadership, our team's mission is to help your business' performance in an number of ways.
Knowledge Consultants, Inc. (KCI)
KCI is a professional services firm with solution expertise in process management, enterprise architecture, business analysis and knowledge management. We transfer our expertise to clients through consulting and training courses in each discipline.
We provide business services that fulfill the strategic performance needs of organizations. To meet these needs, KCI often refers to software products used for strategic management including products that support:
- balanced scorecard
- business metrics
- business and enterprise analysis
- business and IT architecture
- document management
- end user computing
- risk management
- and other software as service solutions.
These products are sold worldwide and have well developed client bases as well as excellent disciplines backing them up.
KCI can recommend complete support, training, and professional development related to these products and their related management disciplines. The geographic scope of KCI includes the US and Canada with related partners in other parts of the world that augment KCI business services.
Helping Business
To Compete and Survive
Knowledge Consultants, Inc. (KCI) is a professional services firm founded in 1984. KCI provides educational, techniques, and analytical tools to help an organization improve its business performance to achieve success. This is done by applying a combination of tools, techniques, methods, consulting, and education services that enable the organization. Our experience and training methods focus on providing knowledge, insight, and skills to use analytics in achieving and maintaining corporate excellence.
Initially, KCI had consulting service areas in strategic information technology (IT) planning, IT management and assessment, knowledge management, logistics systems, and effective use of technology in businesss. Over the years, these services expanded and included a comprehensive six (6) week course focused on Enterprise Analysis. In the late 1980's, KCI added different related focus areas which included: Mangement Information Systems and Technology, Business Process Management, Measurement and Analysis to its consultative services and developed additional training capabilities.
In the early 1990's, KCI began to focus equally on training as well as consulting services. Starting in 2000's, KCI expanded its training efforts internationally into Southeast Asia and the Middle East.
Our Mission
Knowledge Consultants,Inc. (KCI) promise:
is to benefit and improve the performance of everyone we touch. The basic proposition of our business is simple, solid, and timeless.
We work with our clients to:
- Provide timely, efficient, and effective business insight and solutions.
- Improve our client's understanding and productivity.
- Inspire new and innovative business skills.
- Create value and make a difference ... everywhere we go.
- Assist the delivery key business analytics services.
Our educational programs, practices, procedures, and systems will asst you to operate more efficiently, profitably, and competitively in your respective marketplace.
KCI is looking for an independent sales representative to handle direct sales of business oriented on-site training in BPM, Architecture, Management Science and other disciplines. Compensation is through a generous commission based program. KCI growth in the on line training market and possible software product sales will further expand the sales opportunities. The candidate should have a college degree and 5 to 10 years of successful sales experience in a training or placement organization. Channel management an additional plus. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to build sales and an option to develop a sales organization. For more information email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Professional Development Areas
KCI provides certain courses for special professional development in key disciplines. Currently, KCI offers the following:
The Data Management Series
- Data Governance
- Data Architecture
- Data Modeling with UML
- Data Management Planning
- Data Management and the Zachman Framework
The Information Technology (IT) Advances Management Series
- BPM for the IT Specialist
- Data Science for IT
- A Methodology for the Zachman Framework
- Advances in IT Planning
- Techniques in Information Technology Forecasting
The Zachman Architecture Framework Series
- The Zachman Framework - A Practical View
- Analytics for the Zachman Framework
- A Methodology for the Zachman Framework
- Business Architecture
- Enterprise Architecture - IT Focus
- Business - Enterprise Linkage Architecture
Focusing on Current Needs
KCI’s course offerings address these key business needs.
Digital Transformation
Artificial Intelligence
- Business Use of AI
- Effective Business Transformation – Leveraging AI and ML for Business Gain
- Emerging AI and ML Capabilities – Enabling the Informed Manager
- Business Analysis and AI/ML – Leveraging the Business Analyst
Business Analytics
- Advanced Data Analysis for Business Decisions [Brochure]
- Business Intelligence (BI) – Key Strategies [Brochure]
- Essential Business Analytics for Managers [Brochure]
- Key Data Analysis for Business Decisions [Brochure]
Business Process Management
- Advanced BPM Methods
- New Directions in Policies and Procedures [Brochure]
- 10 Key Process Improvement Techniques
Information Technology
- Data Governance
- Strategic IT Management [Brochure]
- Techniques in Technology Forecasting
Analytic Focused Management
- SWOT Analysis
- 5 – Forces and Strategy
- Competing Strategically Using the 5 Forces and Value Chain
- Competitive Intelligence
KCI has professional development programs for individuals seeking in-depth knowledge of a particular discipline.
Founder & President of Rethink, Inc. – Innovation and Project Management Consultant to Growth-Stage Startups and Enterprises - helping people think differently to innovate and advance. Len is PMP certified with a Certificate in Project Management from Boston University School of Management.
He has presented at the ProjectTalks Chicago, Project-Summit/BA World Conference, International Institute of Business Analysis Chicago, American Society of Trainers & Developers, Society for Human Resource Management, Columbia University School of Management, Cornell Club, and Asia-Pacific Executive Banking Conference.
Len’s experience includes:
- Healthcare - Current Procedure Terminology (CPT) Digital Transformation, Contributed to risk reduction and service delivery improvements for 75% of reviewed projects.
- Financial Services & Operations - Participated as business analysts and BI team leader for SAP financial management, service to cash, procure to pay, personnel administration and BI reporting implementation for a global law firm.
- Construction - Redesigned end-to-end construction project management process from site selection to completion. Establish construction management project management office (PMO) for city building commission.
- Not-For-Profit - Designed a single-system solution implement in over 500 performing arts and cultural organizations worldwide.
- Business Process Reengineering (BPR) Methodology Development & Education - Develop a proprietary IBM BPR method and related employee and customer training curricula.
- Business Process Reengineering & Integrated Software Development - Reengineer IBM’s Computer-Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) and disparate procurement systems.
- enterprise-directed development. Received IBM’s Systems Engineering Symposium Award from IBM Chairman and CEO.
- Solution Architect/Business Reengineering Facilitator - Reengineer The Metropolitan Opera’s sales and ticketing system. Create a single-system, single-repository solution integrating ticketing, fundraising, memberships, marketing, reporting, customer relationship management, web transactions and other functions including web transactions.
Jeffrey is the founder of The Enablement Group focusing on Business and Enterprise architecture for over 25 years working with Fortune 100 organizations. Jeffrey has held a variety of roles in technology, product development, innovation, and consulting to help organizations transition, grow and transform their products and services to deliver sustainable value. Jeffrey has worked with business leaders & product managers evaluating and implementing emerging technologies, improving operational effectiveness, and focusing on delivering trusted services for key stakeholders. He has worked with organizations to transform their operations from inward to outward focused while promoting collaboration and greater customer intimacy. He has worked with senior technical leaders to define technology platforms to promote reuse of logical/physical assets and reduce cycle time. He has introduced business architecture concepts and models to improve the alignment between strategy, execution, and operations for clients.
Mr. Miller is a senior instructor with Knowledge Consultants, Inc. and has over 30 years of IT experience primarily in banking, securities and insurance as well as experience in retail, telecommunication and pharmaceutical industries. He started in his career computer operations, programming and systems design, and then moving on to consulting roles in enterprise architecture and business intelligence. Michael’s previous consulting roles include National Director of Enterprise Architecture and Business Intelligence, Executive Consultant CRM COE, and Principal - Management Consultant.
He holds four master degrees (Business Administration, Project Management, Telecommunications Management and Information Systems Management) and has done over two years of doctoral work in Knowledge Management. He is a board member of the Data Management Association – Chicago Chapter, a Certified Business Process Management Professional (ABPMP) and a Certified TOGAF Enterprise Architect. He is presently a Global Information Architect for a major global bank.
Phil Griffiths is founder and CEO of Business Risk Management Ltd, A Chartered Accountant and an Associate of the Institute of Internal Auditors, he has over 30 years' experience in risk management, internal audit and fraud prevention as practitioner, professional adviser, facilitator and trainer. Phil is regarded as one of the world’s leading experts in the fields of strategic risk management and Internal Audit.
Phil is recognized as an accomplished and charismatic facilitator, trainer and lecturer having advised many renowned organizations, coordinated top-level events and addressed national and international conferences on a wide range of critical business topics. He has led risk management programs for many hundreds of private and public sector clients including, development of risk strategies and facilitated workshops plus assistance with implementation.
He has developed and delivered regular training courses on risk management, fraud prevention and investigation and best practice internal audit across the world.
He is a renowned author – his recent book ‘Risk Based Auditing’ is an international best seller.
Phil has published research into many aspects of internal audit and risk management best practice, including “Strategic Risk management” “The Need to Co-ordinate Assurance Providers” and “The Expectations of Chief Executives towards Internal Audit and its future”.
He is in continual demand to speak at the most prestigious events on risk management and internal audit.
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Jayne Logan has over 40 years of project experience. She has been responsible for successfully delivering software and business process improvements across financial, insurance, engineering and non-profit industries. At a major international bank, she was responsible for financial systems worldwide. After successfully replacing the entire suite of financial systems, monthly consolidated financial reporting timeline decreased from 3 months to 1 week. At a major insurance company, she was responsible for the successful delivery of the Client Portal product which allows clients to securely access their insurance and engineering data on-line. She has delivered several new and enhanced products to field engineers working with insurance clients. In her spare time, she donates her project management skills to help non-profit organizations succeed in their endeavors. She has a degree in Mathematics and her Project Management International (PMI) certification.
Strategic performance development consultant, trainer and instructional designer with over 15 years of experience in Learning and Development field. Throughout those years, Antonella has collaborated with several large financial institutions in banking, wealth and asset management, and insurance. As a Technology Learning Specialist, Antonella has successfully designed, developed and delivered in-person and online training courses that promote the effective transfer of technology skills to the job. She is also a seasoned specialist in the areas of performance improvement, sales and customer service. She has a proven track record of transforming business processes and workflows with an international banking institution, enhancing not only the customer experience, but also increasing the potential for sales through streamlined interdepartmental communications and processes. From large scale webinars to classroom and personalized coaching, Antonella is committed to enhancing talent, productivity and efficiency using innovative approaches while building collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders., Antonella has earned the CompTIA CTT+ Classroom Trainer certification through her mastery of adult learning principles.
Frank Kowalkowski is President of Knowledge Consultants, Inc., a firm focusing on business performance, business analytics, data science, expert systems, big data, business intelligence, predictive analytics, machine learning, Artificial Intelligence, and statistical techniques. He has over 30 years of line management and consulting experience in a wide variety of industries. He has been involved with many projects both as a user and purveyor of business analytics. He has worked projects in state and federal government dealing with back office operations, legislative compliance and regulatory compliance. He has worked on the federal level with the national defense department, Coast Guard for drug interdiction and other projects. His background includes a number of industries including manufacturing, distribution, supply chain, banking, insurance, financial institutions, health care, pharmaceuticals, oil and gas and chemicals.
Whether thinking in terms of documents, ideas, or actions, a simple and efficient method of capturing, locating, articulating, using and managing content and knowledge in the enterprise is needed. Good document and content management increases the range of available business solutions, uncovers hidden business strengths, represents an opportunity for value-added supplier relations and brings a working meaning to the idea of intellectual capital.
Knowledge is the end result of efficient and effective delivery and use of content in the enterprise. In simple terms, good knowledge management promotes better business performance. The enterprise of the future is knowledge based. Success in content management requires careful attention to the relationship of documents, their content and the knowledge that evolves from that content. All of these are parts of the intellectual property of the enterprise.