Request for Professional Development Consideration

Cut and paste the following request into a new email and send it to your HR Specialist or Training Coordinator for consideration.

Dear [Name of HR Specialist or Training Coordinator],

Professional Development: Training Request

I have recently been made aware of CIMdata’s Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Certificate Program designed exclusively for PLM professionals like me and would like to seek approval to participate in the program that is taking place in Ann Arbor, MI from March 14-18. Other programs are available in June, September, and December.

Professional development is extremely important and necessary for PLM professionals and CIMdata’s program is regarded as the de facto standard for the industry. Since the PLM Certificate Program was introduced in 2009, over 1,000 PLM professionals have received their PLM Leadership certificate from CIMdata. This five-day program offers training and education that I believe is directly relevant and beneficial to what our PLM team is seeking to accomplish, something that will help us maintain our competitive edge.

For nearly 40 years, CIMdata has been working in the PLM industry and is recognized for best-practice-based content and counsel. The program is assessment-based and is delivered through a series of education and training sessions that have been designed to ensure that those involved in a PLM project have a strong understanding of PLM concepts and industry best-practices. The program is delivered by a team of internationally experienced, senior-level CIMdata consultants in a small group setting.

The following topics are covered during the five-day program:

• PLM: Key Concepts & Learnings
• PLM Benefits & Potential Value
• PLM Strategy & Solution Definition
• PLM Solution Evaluation & Selection
• PLM Implementation, Monitoring & Continuous Improvement
• PLM Process Development & Testing
• Integrating PLM within the Enterprise
• Expanding PLM across the Value Chain
• Configuration Management's Role in PLM

The cost for the five-day program is US$3,750, exclusive of transportation to the class and associated room and board. Group discounts are available and we can also bring the program in-house to make it cost effective for the whole team.

For more information, visit: https://www.cimdata.com/en/education/plm-certificate-program

Thanks for your consideration of this request.

[Your Name]