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Technical training modules<\/h1>\n

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Select any combination of the training modules below. They can be grouped any way you like.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Engineering Training Modules<\/h2>\n

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Test Planning & Design of Experiments<\/h5>\n

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  1. Key approaches to testing: <\/strong>How to determine which testing approach is best for achieving our specific goal<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Test planning documentation & processes:<\/strong> How to efficiently craft and refine a test plan for maximum likelihood of success<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Strategic subset testing:<\/strong> How to save time and effort, and make LEAPS in progress, by employing strategic subset tests<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Design of Experiments basics<\/span><\/strong>: How to determine if DOE is the right approach + Crash course on how to implement a DOE<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. The Design-Build-Test cycle:<\/span><\/strong> How to set this up for maximum iteration rate AND quality of results<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
  6. Simulation-test<\/span><\/strong> agreement:<\/strong> How to constructively rectify disparities between simulation and test results<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Key Engineering Tools<\/h5>\n

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    1. Gantt<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0charts for complex projects: <\/strong>How to properly define a Gantt chart for projects with high complexity or uncertainty<\/span><\/li>\n
    2. Communicating progress on complex projects: <\/strong>How to properly and constructively communicate progress on complex projects<\/span><\/li>\n
    3. Task management tools: <\/strong>What tools are available and what are their strengths and weaknesses?<\/span><\/li>\n
    4. Task definition & tracking in complex projects: <\/strong>How to effectively define and track tasks in complex technical projects<\/span><\/li>\n
    5. Kan-ban systems:\u00a0<\/strong>When and how to properly use a Kan-ban system to manage engineering projects<\/span><\/li>\n
    6. Automated task management: <\/strong>When to use automation (and when not<\/em> to)<\/span><\/li>\n
    7. Scheduling engineering activities: <\/strong>Tips and tricks for using calendars wisely to keep the team moving quickly<\/span><\/li>\n
    8. Resource tracking systems:<\/strong> How to implement and use various resource tracking systems<\/span><\/li>\n
    9. Collaboration software tools: <\/strong>How to leverage software tools for efficient collaboration<\/span><\/li>\n
    10. AI as a productivity tool: <\/strong>How to leverage AI wisely in an engineering endeavor<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      Key Engineering Processes<\/h5>\n

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      1. Weekly kickoff meetings:<\/strong> How to set up weekly kickoff meetings to for optimal team alignment<\/span><\/li>\n
      2. Work assignments & delegation:<\/strong> How to assign work & delegate tasks tactfully to ensure buy-in<\/span><\/li>\n
      3. Daily standup meetings:<\/strong> How to run maximally efficient daily standups<\/span><\/li>\n
      4. Sprint planning vs “waterfall” planning:<\/strong> How to determine which is best for achieving our specific goals<\/span><\/li>\n
      5. Design Review meetings:<\/strong> How to run maximally efficient Design Review meetings<\/span><\/li>\n
      6. Data Review meetings:<\/strong> How to run Data Review meetings to ensure both maximal learning and efficiency<\/span><\/li>\n
      7. Test Planning meetings:<\/strong> How to run maximally efficient Test Planning meetings<\/span><\/li>\n
      8. Introducing new processes:\u00a0<\/strong>How to introduce a new process properly and tactfully for minimal resistance<\/span>
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        R&D and Innovation Training Modules<\/h2>\n

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        Research and Development [when the path to the goal is unknown]<\/span><\/h5>\n

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        1. Understanding risk factors: <\/strong>How to categorize risk factors and respond to them appropriately<\/span><\/li>\n
        2. Dealing with “unknown unknowns:” <\/strong>Why traditional project management is not suited for these (and what to do instead)<\/span><\/li>\n
        3. The R&D mindset:\u00a0<\/b>How to set appropriate expectations, boundaries, and priorities in an R&D endeavor<\/span><\/li>\n
        4. Key approaches to R&D:<\/strong> How to determine which approach to R&D is best for achieving our specific goal<\/span><\/li>\n
        5. Key “ingredients” of R&D:<\/strong> How to set up an R&D program with optimal team composition, processes, and workflow<\/span><\/li>\n
        6. Goal setting in R&D:<\/strong> How to set appropriate goals success metrics in R&D endeavors<\/span><\/li>\n
        7. Managing R&D efforts:<\/strong> How to set up proper incentives and performance management systems in R&D endeavors\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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          Innovation [when there is a known path but potentially better paths exist]<\/span><\/h5>\n

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          1. The innovation mindset: <\/strong>How to balance innovative & routine work in light of company goals<\/span><\/li>\n
          2. Responding to failure: <\/strong>How to respond to negative results and extract maximum value from them, while keeping the team positive<\/span><\/li>\n
          3. Key approaches to innovation:\u00a0<\/strong>How to determine which approach to innovation is best for achieving our specific goal<\/span><\/li>\n
          4. Key “ingredients” of innovation:\u00a0<\/strong>How to set up an innovation program with optimal team composition, processes, and workflow<\/span><\/li>\n
          5. Invention Sessions: <\/strong>How to set up invention sessions for maximum creativity AND efficiency<\/span><\/li>\n
          6. Stage-gate planning for innovation:\u00a0<\/strong>How to properly plan innovative work and know when to stop or advance<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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            Email<\/h6>\n

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            andrew@akcelerate-consulting.com<\/span><\/a><\/h5>\n

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            Current location<\/h6>\n

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            Seattle, WA, USA<\/p>\n

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            Follow<\/h6>\n

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            Facebook<\/a><\/h3>\n

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            Instagram<\/a><\/h3>\n

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            TikTok<\/a><\/h3>\n

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            Services<\/h6>\n

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            In-person training<\/span><\/h5>\n

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            Virtual training<\/span><\/h5>\n

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            Diagnosis of team challenges<\/span><\/h5>\n

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            Speaking engagements<\/span><\/h5>\n

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