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Our webinars let you learn at your desk, and our conferences provide extensive coverage of a wide range of topics. But what if you need in-depth training or personalised workshop?

ALGIM provide a range of training and workshops run by the experts to help your team operate at their best.

We currently have the following available for booking, plus with our extensive contacts and resources, we can provide tailored training on any local government technology-related topic.

Upcoming events

  • ALGIM: AI Leadership Masterclass Series

    • 15 Oct 2024
    • 12 Nov 2024
    • 5 sessions
    • Microsoft Teams
    Register

    Empowering Local Government Leaders with AI Expertise

    AI is more than just a technology. It is a transformative tool that has the potential to elevate the way we deliver public services, enhance community engagement, and optimize operations.

    Our AI Leadership Masterclass Series, designed specifically to empower local government leaders with AI expertise. This series offers a unique opportunity to elevate the way we deliver public services, enhance community engagement, and optimize operations

    Why Attend?

    As a local government leader, you will gain:

    1. Practical AI Knowledge: Understand the fundamentals and strategic applications of AI in local government.
    2. Innovative Solutions: Learn how to implement AI to accelerate progress and improve community services.
    3. Leadership Skills: Develop the ability to lead collaborative teams working alongside AI agents.
    4. Certification: Receive a Certificate of Completion for attending the full series and completing a questionnaire.


    About the Presenter: 

    Dave Wild is the author of Futurework – A Guidebook for The Future of Work. Living on the edge of the world in Aotearoa New Zealand, Dave has presented on stages and screens across the globe from San Francisco to South Auckland to Sydney.
    As a Futurist he’s inspired and guided audiences at industry conferences, government meetings and team events for clients such as Microsoft, Xero, Digital Public Service, Auckland Council, Wellington City Council and ALGIM. Dave inspires audiences with future insights and tools that open minds to new possibilities ahead.

    Masterclass Schedule:

    1. Tue 15 Oct: AI Foundations – Explore the fundamentals of AI and local government possibilities
    2. Tue 22 Oct: AI Innovation – Learn how to accelerate progress with practical AI experiments
    3. Tue 29 Oct: AI Strategy – Understand the strategic limitations and power of AI systems
    4. Tue 5 Nov: AI Integration – Advance with AI integrated into daily workflows and services
    5. Tue 12 Nov: AI Leadership – Lead collaborative teams working alongside AI agents

    Masterclass Details:

    • Dates: Tue 15 Oct to Tue 12 Nov
    • Time zones: NZST 2pm / AEST 12pm / AWST 9am
    • Pricing: NZD 150+GST per masterclass, series of all five NZD 499+GST (33% saving)
    • Format: 30 min structured presentation + 30 min facilitated interaction
    • Platform: We will use Microsoft Teams. We recommend you log in ten minutes before the training session starts to ensure that you can hear and see everything.
    • Bookings: The minimum number to proceed: 8
    • Other Information: each participant will receive an email with a link to each session 2-3 days prior to the training date.


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  • ALGIM Training Session: Introducing Information Management for Local Authorities

    • 21 Oct 2024
    • 9:00 AM
    • 5 Nov 2024
    • 10:30 AM
    • Microsoft Teams
    • 3
    Register

    This introductory level course is designed for those who are new to information and records management, new to information and records management in local authorities, or those who want to understand more about the 'why' of information management and what it involves.


    The course explores all the basics of information and records management across both the physical and digital environments. It also covers the role information and records professionals play in their organisation and how good information management contributes to, and supports the overall functions and goals of the local authority.


    The course is divided into seven modules of 90 minutes each. Each module is delivered online with its' own workbook which is sent out to participants beforehand. There is also a small amount of homework given between modules to support learning.


      About our presenter Kerri Siatiras, Siatiras Consulting

      Kerri is an independent information and records management consultant with extensive experience as both a practitioner and consultant. Kerri was an owner and consultant with the successful independent consulting firm SWIM Ltd for 15 years during which time she helped develop the IM Toolkit with ALGIM. Kerri has continued her ongoing close association with ALGIM and the local authority sector through training and consulting services.


      Online sessions – all run from 9:00am – 10:30am

      • Session 1 (21st October 2024): course overview, defining IM and record-keeping
      • Session 2 (23rd October 2024): legislation and standards
      • Session 3 (25th October 2024): storage and handling, disaster recover and business continuity planning
      • Session 4 (30th October 2024): creation and control using classification structures, physical file management
      • Session 5 (1st November 2024): metadata, email management, databases
      • Session 6 (4th November 2024): shared network drives, electronic document management systems, digitisation
      • Session 7 (5th November 2024): managing non-current information, disposal of information, local authority archives.


      What you need to know

      • We will use Microsoft Teams as the platform.
      • Each participant will need a microphone and a webcam.
      • The maximum number of attendees will be eight.
      • Each participant will receive an email with a link to each session 2-3 days prior to the training date.
      • Please note there is no training on Monday 28th October (Labour Day)
      • We recommend you log in ten minutes before the training session starts to ensure that you can hear and see everything.


      For any questions, please contact service@algim.org.nz

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    • ALGIM Training Session: Introduction to Information Management

      • 21 Oct 2024
      • 11:00 AM
      • 5 Nov 2024
      • 12:30 PM
      • Microsoft Teams
      • 5
      Register

      This introductory level course is designed for those who are new to information and records management in any sector, who want to get to grips with information management best practice, or those who want to understand more about the 'why' of information management and what it involves.

      The course explores all the basics of information and records management across both the physical, and digital environments. It also covers the role information and records professionals play in their organisation, and how good information management contributes to their organisation's success.

      The course is divided into seven modules of 90 minutes each. Each module is delivered online with its own workbook which is sent out to participants beforehand. There is also a small amount of homework to be done between modules to support learning.

      The course covers the following:

      • Session 1 (21 October 2024) - course overview, defining IM and record-keeping
      • Session 2 (23 October 2024) - legislation and standards
      • Session 3 (25 October 2024) - storage and handling, disaster recovery and business continuity planning
      • Session 4 (30 October 2024) - creation and control using classification structures, physical file management
      • Session 5 (1 November 2024) - metadata, email management, databases
      • Session 6 (4 November 2024) - shared network drives, electronic document management systems, digitalisation
      • Session 7 (5 November 2024) - managing non-current information, disposal of information, archives 


      • Sessions run from 11:00am - 12:30pm
      • We use MS Teams as the online platform.
      • You will need a microphone and webcam/video as interaction with others on the course is necessary and strongly encouraged.
      • You will need a quiet space so there are no distractions for the participants.
      • The maximum number of attendees will be eight.
      • Please note there is no training Monday 28th October (Labour Day)
      • You will receive an email with a link to each session (2-3 days before the training session is due to start)


      We recommend you log in ten minutes before the training session starts (10:50am) to ensure that you can hear and see everything. If you have any issues, please contact service@algim.org.nz

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    • NEW: ALGIM Disposal Schedule Interpretation and Implementation Workshop

      • 4 Nov 2024
      • 1:00 PM
      • 8 Nov 2024
      • 2:30 PM
      • Microsoft Teams
      Register

      This workshop is designed for those that have already completed the ALGIM course Disposal of Local Authority Information and Records and are in the midst, or about to start implementation of the disposal schedule.

      The focus will be on the practical interpretation and overarching implementation processes for the ALGIM disposal schedule.

      About our presenter Kerri Siatiras, Siatiras Consulting

      Kerri is an independent information and records management consultant with extensive experience as both a practitioner and consultant. Kerri was an owner and consultant with the successful independent consulting firm SWIM Ltd for 15 years during which time she helped develop the IM Toolkit with ALGIM. Kerri has continued her ongoing close association with ALGIM and the local authority sector through training and consulting services.


      Online sessions – all run from 1:00pm - 2:30pm

      • Revisit how to read and understand the schedule
      • Revisit how to customise the schedule
      • Setting up your own ”implementation version”
      • Tips for mapping the disposal schedule to your taxonomy/classification structure
      • Implementation process overview
      • Exploring real world scenarios (these will be based on queries submitted by those registered prior to the workshop)

      What you need to know

      • Session dates: Monday 4th November and Friday 8th November 2024
      • We will use Microsoft Teams as the platform.
      • Each participant will need a microphone and a webcam.
      • The maximum number of attendees will be eight.
      • We recommend you log in ten minutes before the training session starts to ensure that you can hear and see everything.

      For any questions, please contact service@algim.org.nz

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    • ALGIM Training Session: IM Monitoring and Reporting

      • 8 Nov 2024
      • 9:00 AM
      • 15 Nov 2024
      • 10:30 AM
      • Microsoft Teams
      • 4
      Register

      This intermediate course is designed for more Senior IM Practitioners who are responsible for monitoring and reporting on IM activities and services.


      The course explores types of measurement, monitoring and reporting that may be appropriate and how to ensure the monitoring and reporting we do is useful.

       

      About our presenter Kerri Siatiras, Siatiras Consulting 

      Kerri is an independent information and records management consultant with extensive experience as both a practitioner and consultant. Kerri was an owner and consultant with the successful independent consulting firm SWIM Ltd for 15 years during which time she helped develop the IM Toolkit with ALGIM. Kerri has continued her ongoing close association with ALGIM and the local authority sector through training and consulting services.


      Online sessions – all run from 9:00am – 10:30am

      • Session 1 – 8th November 2024
      • Session 2 – 11th November 2024
      • Session 3 – 13th November 2024
      • Session 4 – 15th November 2024


      Course Topics

      • Defining monitoring and reporting Understanding the legislative and business context
      • Understanding why we need to monitor and report on IM
      • Exploring how the Executive Sponsor role fits in
      • Possible levels of measurement in an organisation
      • Types of monitoring and reporting 
      • Determining what monitoring and reporting should be in place
      • How to ensure that what we monitor and report on is useful


      What you need to know

      • We will use Microsoft Teams as the platform. 
      • Each participant will need a microphone and a webcam.
      • The maximum number of attendees will be eight.
      • Each participant will receive an email with a link to each session 2-3 days prior to the training date.
      • We recommend you log in ten minutes before the training session starts to ensure that you can hear and see everything.


      For any questions, please contact service@algim.org.nz

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    • ALGIM Training Session: Information Asset Management

      • 8 Nov 2024
      • 11:00 AM
      • 15 Nov 2024
      • 12:30 PM
      • Microsoft Teams
      • 4
      Register

      This intermediate level course is designed for those who already understand core concepts relating to information and records management, and are charged with the management of information assets (whether paper-based or digital).


      The course explores the ideas around information being an asset, how we can understand what information assets we hold (through development of an information asset register), and how managing information assets can improve information management within your local authority.


      About our presenter Kerri Siatiras, Siatiras Consulting

      Kerri is an independent information and records management consultant with extensive experience as both a practitioner and consultant. Kerri was an owner and consultant with the successful independent consulting firm SWIM Ltd for 15 years during which time she helped develop the IM Toolkit with ALGIM. Kerri has continued her ongoing close association with ALGIM and the local authority sector through training and consulting services.


      Online sessions – all run from 11:00am - 12:30pm

      • Session 1 – 8th November 2024 - Introduction to information assets
      • Session 2 – 11th November 2024 - Developing an information asset register
      • Session 3 – 13th November 2024 - Managing our information assets
      • Session 4 – 15th November 2024 - Using an information asset register to support business activities


      What you need to know

      • We will use Microsoft Teams as the platform.
      • Each participant will need a microphone and a webcam.
      • The maximum number of attendees will be eight.
      • Each participant will receive an email with a link to each session 2-3 days prior to the training date.
      • We recommend you log in ten minutes before the training session starts to ensure that you can hear and see everything.


      For any questions, please contact service@algim.org.nz

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    • ALGIM Training Session: Managing Local Authority Archives Management Course

      • 25 Nov 2024
      • 9:00 AM
      • 11 Dec 2024
      • 10:30 AM
      • Microsoft Teams
      Register

      ALGIM are running an online local authority archives management course, delivered by Kerri Siatiras.


      This course will complement the material provided in the ALGIM IM Toolkit Module B6 Local Authority Archives Management Guidelines.


      This involves seven modules or sessions of 90 minutes each, with a workbook sent out to participants before each session.


      About our presenter Kerri Siatiras, Siatiras Consulting 


      Kerri is an independent information and records management consultant with extensive experience as both a practitioner and consultant. Kerri was an owner and consultant with the successful independent consulting firm SWIM Ltd for 15 years during which time she helped develop the IM Toolkit with ALGIM. Kerri has continued her ongoing close association with ALGIM and the local authority sector through training and consulting services.


      Online sessions – all run from 9:00am - 10:30am

      • Session 1 – 25th November 2024
      • Session 2 – 27th November 2024
      • Session 3 – 29th November 2024
      • Session 4 – 2nd December 2024
      • Session 5 – 6th December 2024
      • Session 6 – 30th September 2024
      • Session 7 – 11th December 2024


      Course Topics

      • defining local authority archives
      • core archival concepts and terminology
      • appraisal and sentencing (including protected records and applying disposal schedules)
      • accessioning
      • archives management policy
      • arrangements and description
      • preservation and handling
      • storage conditions
      • conservation
      • digitisation
      • digital archives
      • restriction on access
      • reference services and researchers
      • working with volunteers
      • developing an archives management programme


      What you need to know

      • We will use Microsoft Teams as the platform.
      • Each participant will need a microphone and a webcam.
      • The maximum number of attendees will be eight.
      • Each participant will receive an email with a link to each session 2-3 days prior to the training date.
      • We recommend you log in ten minutes before the training session starts to ensure that you can hear and see everything.


      For any questions, please contact service@algim.org.nz

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    • ALGIM Training Session: Introducing Information Management for Local Authorities

      • 25 Nov 2024
      • 11:00 AM
      • 11 Dec 2024
      • 12:30 PM
      • Microsoft Teams
      • 6
      Register

      This introductory level course is designed for those who are new to information and records management, new to information and records management in local authorities, or those who want to understand more about the 'why' of information management and what it involves.


      The course explores all the basics of information and records management across both the physical and digital environments. It also covers the role information and records professionals play in their organisation and how good information management contributes to, and supports the overall functions and goals of the local authority.


      The course is divided into seven modules of 90 minutes each. Each module is delivered online with its' own workbook which is sent out to participants beforehand. There is also a small amount of homework given between modules to support learning.


        About our presenter Kerri Siatiras, Siatiras Consulting

        Kerri is an independent information and records management consultant with extensive experience as both a practitioner and consultant. Kerri was an owner and consultant with the successful independent consulting firm SWIM Ltd for 15 years during which time she helped develop the IM Toolkit with ALGIM. Kerri has continued her ongoing close association with ALGIM and the local authority sector through training and consulting services.


        Online sessions – all run from 11:00am - 12:30pm

        • Session 1 (25th November 2024): course overview, defining IM and record-keeping
        • Session 2 (27th November 2024): legislation and standards
        • Session 3 (29th November 2024): storage and handling, disaster recover and business continuity planning
        • Session 4 (2nd December 2024): creation and control using classification structures, physical file management
        • Session 5 (6th December 2024): metadata, email management, databases
        • Session 6 (9th December 2024): shared network drives, electronic document management systems, digitisation
        • Session 7 (11th December 2024): managing non-current information, disposal of information, local authority archives.


        What you need to know

        • We will use Microsoft Teams as the platform.
        • Each participant will need a microphone and a webcam.
        • The maximum number of attendees will be eight.
        • Each participant will receive an email with a link to each session 2-3 days prior to the training date.
        • We recommend you log in ten minutes before the training session starts to ensure that you can hear and see everything.


        For any questions, please contact service@algim.org.nz

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      • ALGIM Training Session: Taxonomy Development for Local Authorities

        • 13 Dec 2024
        • 9:00 AM
        • 20 Dec 2024
        • 10:30 AM
        • Microsoft Teams
        Register

        The course is designed for those that have a reasonable level of experience in the information management world. We explore the creation and implementation a taxonomy/classification structures for your document based information and records environments. It is specifically designed for the local authority sector with reference to the ALGIM classification structure/taxonomy, as well as development of your own taxonomy. We also explore the hardest part of the process – its implementation!


        The course is divided into four modules of 90 minutes each. Each module is delivered online with its own workbook which is sent out to participants beforehand. There is also a small amount of homework to be done between modules to support learning.

         

        About our presenter Kerri Siatiras, Siatiras Consulting


        Kerri is an independent information and records management consultant with extensive experience as both a practitioner and consultant. Kerri was an owner and consultant with the successful independent consulting firm SWIM Ltd for 15 years during which time she helped develop the IM Toolkit with ALGIM. Kerri has continued her ongoing close association with ALGIM and the local authority sector through training and consulting services.


        Online sessions – all run from 9:00am - 10:30am

        • Session 1 – 13th December 2024 - course overview, understanding broader context, exploring why we use taxonomy/classification structures
        • Session 2 – 16th December 2024 - using taxonomy to support legal requirements, using folders versus metadata tagging, utilising the ALGIM classification structure
        • Session 3 – 18th December 2024 - taxonomy development process
        • Session 4 – 20th December 2024 - taxonomy implementation and ongoing maintenance, course wrap up


        What you need to know

        • We will use Microsoft Teams as the platform.
        • Each participant will need a microphone and a webcam.
        • The maximum number of attendees will be eight.
        • Each participant will receive an email with a link to each session 2-3 days prior to the training date.
        • We recommend you log in ten minutes before the training session starts to ensure that you can hear and see everything.


        For any questions, please contact service@algim.org.nz

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      • ALGIM Training Session: Disposing of Local Authority Information and Records

        • 13 Dec 2024
        • 11:00 AM
        • 20 Dec 2024
        • 12:30 PM
        • Microsoft Teams
        Register

        This intermediate level course is designed for those who are responsible for managing the disposal of information and records with their local authority.


        The course explores all the basics of disposing of information and records management across both the physical, and digital environments. It also covers the processes involved in disposal, the legal requirements and how to utilise the ALGIM Disposal Schedule.


        The course is divided into four modules of 90 minutes each. Each module is delivered online with its own workbook which is sent out to participants beforehand. There is also a small amount of homework to be done between modules to support learning.

          

        About our presenter Kerri Siatiras, Siatiras Consulting

        Kerri is an independent information and records management consultant with extensive experience as both a practitioner and consultant. Kerri was an owner and consultant with the successful independent consulting firm SWIM Ltd for 15 years during which time she helped develop the IM Toolkit with ALGIM. Kerri has continued her ongoing close association with ALGIM and the local authority sector through training and consulting services.


        Online sessions – all run from 11:00am – 12:30pm

        • Session 1 (13th December 2024) - Course overview, understanding disposal, introducing disposal schedules, the difference between appraisal and sentencing
        • Session 2 (16th December 2024) - Legal requirements for disposal, understanding protected records, how the ALGIM disposal schedule fits in
        • Session 3 (18th December 2024) - Utilising the AGLIM disposal schedule
        • Session 4 (20th December 2024) - Understanding implementation, processes for implementing a disposal schedule over hard copy records, and digital records, course wrap up


        What you need to know

        • We will use Microsoft Teams as the platform.
        • Each participant will need a microphone and a webcam.
        • The maximum number of attendees will be eight.
        • Each participant will receive an email with a link to each session 2-3 days prior to the training date.
        • We recommend you log in ten minutes before the training session starts to ensure that you can hear and see everything.


        For any questions, please contact service@algim.org.nz

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