Maritime Digital Initiative Pre-Implementation Programme
About This Course
In today’s dynamic maritime industry, digital transformation is essential to remain competitive. Having the right skills and knolwedge to kickstart the transformation journey, from process analysis and pain points identification to effectively implementing an end-to-end digital solutions procurement process is crititcal in enabling a solid foundation to roll out any digital initiatives.
This programme equips shipping and maritime professionals with the necessary skills to tackle the complexities of digital solutions procurement. Besides having the right team and strategy to navigate this change, a key focus of the programme is effective requirement gathering, enabling participants to determine whether to buy or build digital solutions that best meet their needs. Additionally, participants will gain hands-on experience in managing the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, empowering them to confidently choose the right solutions for their organisations. By mastering these crucial skills, professionals will be prepared to lead their organisations through successful digital transformations, fostering greater efficiency and innovation.
What You'll Learn
• Identify and build the team responsible for managing the procurement of digital initiatives, from pinpointing pain points to awarding the vendor contract
• Gain skills in mapping processes, identifying gaps, pain points, and areas for improvement to shape the requirements of a digital initiative
• Master the process of requirements gathering, including the methodologies, tools, and best practices to effectively capture organisational needs
• Learn how to define key aspects of a digital initiative, including timeline, goals, scope, objectives, and deliverables
• Understand the critical factors in deciding whether to “Build or Buy” a digital solution
• Conduct market research and vendor outreach to identify and shortlist high-potential vendors
• Understand the full lifecycle of managing a Request for Proposal (RFP) process
• Develop an RFP document and create objective evaluation criteria to assess vendors
• Effectively managing the entire RFP process, from publication to vendor evaluation and contract award
• Learn strategies for shortlisting vendors and conducting negotiations to secure the best possible outcomes
Entry Requirements
There are no formal prerequisites for enrolment in this programme. It is open to all adult participants regardless of age, educational background, or prior work experience. Participants should, however, have a willingness to learn, a basic proficiency in English, and the ability to participate actively in training sessions, including group discussions and hands-on activities where applicable.