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STRATEGIC TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATION ROADMAP (STORM-LITE) (24 HOURS)*

STORM LITE
*This is a non-WSQ module.

INTRODUCTION

The Strategic Technology and Operation Roadmap (STORM-LITE) course is to equip the participants with basic knowledge and an appreciation of strategic planning activities through SIMTech’s proven Operation and Technology Roadmapping (OTR®) methodology. OTR® is a strategic planning tool that is suitable for SMEs, MNCs or any organisations looking to create a roadmap to deal with fast-changing developments in their line of business.

Why This Course

Upon completing the course, participants will be able to understand and appreciate the architecture and feature of a strategic technology and operation roadmap® as well as:

  • Understand the role and importance of an effective OTR® facilitator
  • Learn the various basic and advanced tools that complement the OTR®

This course will teach you more on roadmap methodology and less on facilitation skills. To learn more holistic skills about the group dynamics and finer skills to draw out quality content from companies, participants can attend SIMTech’s two STORM modules “WSQ Strategic Technology and Operation Road Mapping (STORM) - M1" and "WSQ Strategic Technology and Operation Road Mapping (STORM) - M2".

Who Should Attend

This program is suitable for professionals with the following relevant job scopes, across industries:

  • CEO/CTO/CFO/CIO of an organisation
  • Operations Director/Manager, Manufacturing Director/Manager/Engineers
  • Executive/supervisory levels of various company functions such as HR/finance/production/quality/engineering purchasing/logistics/facilities
  • Professionals in management consultancy/training services
  • Executives in industry associations or government agencies

What our trainees say

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Though the sessions are compressed (from the full STORM courses), a lot of application skills were procured and shared via activities and engagement.

Mr Kartik Balakrishnan,
Participant from May 2024 intake

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The STORM-LITE course was well-paced with ample hands-on opportunities for learners to grasp the concept of OTR.

Mr Poh Chin Siong,
Participant from May 2024 intake

What You Will Learn

What you will learn

Topic 1: Facilitation Core Skills

  • Effective listening and questioning techniques
  • Major steps in the facilitation process
  • Brainstorming divergence and convergence tool box
  • Skills in delivering the process

Topic 2: Roadmapping Methodology

  • Roadmapping theory
  • OTR® methodology
  • Strategic analysis of a company
  • Company product/service features performance dimension analyses
  • Brainstorming and prioritising market trends/external drivers
  • Setting and prioritising for internal goals/ambitions, vision, and mission
  • Brainstorming and prioritising strategic new products/services
  • Identifying and prioritising strategic new technologies and resources
  • Final roadmap charting

Upon Completion of This Course

UPON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE

Participants will be awarded with a Certificate of Attendance (COA) by SIMTech and/or ARTC if they meet the following criteria:

  • Achieve at least 75% course attendance;
  • Take all assessments; and
  • Pass the course.

Note: Trainees will have to bear the full courses fee upon failure to meet either one of the criteria.

Pre-Requisites, Full and Nett Course Fees

Pre-Requisites

  • Applicants should possess a degree in any discipline or a diploma with a minimum of 3 years of related working experience.
  • Applicants who do not have the required academic qualifications are still welcome to apply, but shortlisted candidates may be required to attend an interview for special approval.
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English.

Full Course Fee

The full course fee for this course is $3,000 before funding and prevailing GST.

Nett Course Fee

International
Participants		Singapore Citizens aged 39 years and below, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders
Employer-sponsored and self-sponsored Singapore Citizens aged 40 years and above (MCES) ²SME-sponsored local employees (i.e Singapore Citizens, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders) (ETSS) ¹
$3,270$981$381$381
All fees are inclusive of GST 9%.
Please note that fees and funding amount are subject to change.

LONG TERM VISIT PASS PLUS (LTVP+) HOLDERS

  • The LTVP+ scheme applies to lawful foreign spouses of Singapore Citizens with (i) at least one Singapore Citizen child or are expecting one from the marriage, or at least three years of marriage, and (ii) where the Singapore Citizen sponsor is able to support the family.
  •  All LTVP+ holders can be identified with their green visit pass cards, with the word ‘PLUS’ printed on the back of the card.

ENHANCED TRAINING SUPPORT FOR SMALL & MEDIUM ENTERPRISE (SMEs) SCHEME (ETSS)

SMEs that meet all of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Registered or incorporated in Singapore
  • Employment size of not more than 200 or with annual sales turnover of not more than $100 million

SME-sponsored Trainees:

  • Must be Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents.
  • Courses have to be fully paid for by the employer.
  • Trainee is not a full-time national serviceman. 

Further Info: This scheme is intended for all organisations, including non-business entities not registered with ACRA e.g. VWOs, societies, etc. Only ministries, statutory boards, and other government agencies are NOT eligible under Enhanced Training Support for SMEs Scheme. Sole proprietorships which meet all of the above criteria are also eligible.

SKILLSFUTURE MID-CAREER ENHANCED SUBSIDY (MCES)

SkillsFuture Credit

For more information on the SkillsFuture funding schemes you are eligible for, please visit www.skillsfuture.gov.sg

How course fees are calculated

TYPECATEGORY OF INDIVIDUALS
International Participants Singapore Citizens aged 39 years and below, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders Employer-sponsored and self-sponsored Singapore Citizens aged 40 years and aboveSME-sponsored local employees (i.e Singapore Citizens, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders) 
FUNDING SOURCE
Not applicable for SkillsFuture FundingSkillsFuture Funding (Baseline)SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) ²SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS) ¹
 Full Course Fee $3,000$3,000$3,000  $3,000
SkillsFuture FundingNot Applicable  ($2,100) ($2,700) ($2,700)
Nett Course Fee$3,000  $900$300 $300
GST 9%
$270 $81* $81* $81*
Total Course Fee Payable to Training Provider$3,270 $981$381$381
* Based on 30% of Full Course Fee

About the trainers

Mr Jeffrey Pan

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Mr Jeffrey Pan is a highly qualified Master Consultant with a BEng in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Aberdeen, Scotland. He became a certified IAF Professional Facilitator™ in 2008 and later earned the Balanced Scorecard Professional™ title from George Washington University. Jeff was a co-developer of A*STAR’s Operation and Technology Roadmapping (OTR®) programme and its associated training, Strategic Technology and Operation Road Mapping (STORM). With years of experience as a Programme Manager and Facilitator, Jeff has helped numerous industrial organisations and governmental agencies develop strategies that have been vital to their success. Currently, Jeff is mentoring a select group of professional OTR facilitators who are working to transform the industry. In his free time, he teaches STORM to share his knowledge and skills with others.

Mr Irving Hu

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Mr Irving Hu is an exemplary external consultant for A*STAR SIMTech. He brings a wealth of expertise in Operation and Technology Roadmapping (OTR®) methodology to his work, which he co-developed with his fellow instructor, Jeffrey Pan. Irving holds an MEng degree from the Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, and has successfully spearheaded numerous road mapping projects for a diverse range of entities, including agencies, organisations, industry consortia, and trade associations. His expertise and experience in this field make him an invaluable asset to any team looking to successfully execute OTR® methodology and achieve their goals.

Contact Us

  • For technical enquiries, please contact:

Mr Peter SHI,
Email: zfshi@SIMTech.a-star.edu.sg

  • For general enquiries, please contact:

Knowledge Transfer Office,
Email: KTO-enquiry@SIMTech.a-star.edu.sg

Registration

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  • Please register for this course through our Course Registration Form for Public Classes.
  • For the first question, please select "Modular Programmes (Standalone Modules)".
  • Applicants will be placed on our waiting list if the course does not have an upcoming scheduled intake.
  • Once the next intake is confirmed to commence, SIMTech will contact the applicants to share the class information.

Schedule

Module
Skills Course Reference NumberNext Intake(s)'s Training Period
(Click on the dates to view its schedules)		Registration Status 
  • Strategic Technology and Operation Roadmap (STORM-LITE)(24 hours)
TGS-2020504591The next intake's schedule is still in the planning stage. 

Note: SIMTech and ARTC reserve the right to change the class/schedule/course fee or any details about the course without prior notice to the participants.

Announcement:

  • From 1 Oct 2023, attendance-taking for SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)'s funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. More information may be viewed here.
Sessions
FD: Full day
AM: Morning
PM: Afternoon
EVE: Evening

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