Setting Up a Shared Services Center: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide
Course Overview This comprehensive course provides a step-by-step guide to setting up a shared services center, covering everything from planning and design to implementation and optimization. Participants will gain the knowledge and skills needed to successfully establish and manage a shared services center, and will receive a certificate upon completion issued by The Art of Service.
Course Features - Interactive and engaging learning experience
- Comprehensive and up-to-date content
- Personalized learning approach
- Practical and real-world applications
- High-quality content and expert instructors
- Certification upon completion
- Flexible learning options
- User-friendly and mobile-accessible platform
- Community-driven learning environment
- Actionable insights and hands-on projects
- Bite-sized lessons and lifetime access
- Gamification and progress tracking
Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to Shared Services Centers
- Defining shared services centers and their benefits
- Understanding the evolution of shared services centers
- Identifying the key components of a shared services center
- Exploring the role of technology in shared services centers
Module 2: Planning and Designing a Shared Services Center
- Conducting a feasibility study and business case analysis
- Defining the scope and objectives of the shared services center
- Designing the organizational structure and governance model
- Developing a comprehensive project plan and timeline
Module 3: Implementing a Shared Services Center
- Establishing a project team and assigning roles and responsibilities
- Developing a detailed implementation plan and timeline
- Setting up the shared services center infrastructure and technology
- Recruiting and training staff for the shared services center
Module 4: Service Delivery and Management
- Defining service level agreements and key performance indicators
- Developing a service catalog and pricing strategy
- Implementing a service desk and incident management process
- Managing service requests and fulfillment
Module 5: Process Optimization and Improvement
- Identifying areas for process improvement and optimization
- Developing a process improvement plan and timeline
- Implementing process changes and monitoring results
- Continuously evaluating and refining processes
Module 6: Financial Management and Control
- Developing a financial plan and budget for the shared services center
- Establishing financial controls and governance
- Managing financial transactions and reporting
- Conducting financial analysis and planning
Module 7: Human Resources and Talent Management
- Developing a human resources plan and strategy
- Recruiting and selecting staff for the shared services center
- Training and developing staff for the shared services center
- Managing employee performance and engagement
Module 8: Technology and Infrastructure
- Developing a technology plan and strategy
- Selecting and implementing technology solutions
- Managing technology infrastructure and support
- Ensuring data security and compliance
Module 9: Risk Management and Compliance
- Identifying and assessing risks in the shared services center
- Developing a risk management plan and strategy
- Implementing controls and mitigating risks
- Ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
Module 10: Continuous Improvement and Innovation
- Encouraging a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
- Identifying areas for improvement and innovation
- Developing and implementing new ideas and solutions
- Monitoring and evaluating results
Module 11: Change Management and Communication
- Developing a change management plan and strategy
- Communicating changes to stakeholders and employees
- Managing resistance to change and addressing concerns
- Ensuring a smooth transition to new processes and systems
Module 12: Metrics and Benchmarking
- Developing a metrics and benchmarking plan and strategy
- Selecting and tracking key performance indicators
- Comparing performance to industry benchmarks
- Using data to drive decision-making and improvement
Certificate of Completion Upon completing all the modules and passing the final assessment, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service. This certificate demonstrates the participant's knowledge and skills in setting up and managing a shared services center.,
- Interactive and engaging learning experience
- Comprehensive and up-to-date content
- Personalized learning approach
- Practical and real-world applications
- High-quality content and expert instructors
- Certification upon completion
- Flexible learning options
- User-friendly and mobile-accessible platform
- Community-driven learning environment
- Actionable insights and hands-on projects
- Bite-sized lessons and lifetime access
- Gamification and progress tracking