PDA Group: Increasing Knowledge

Building on initial education through additional study by means of distance learning, night classes, day release, etc.

Gaining basic knowledge of the employing organisation, its business, structure, culture, policies, products/services, operations and terminology.

Gaining knowledge of IT activities in employing organisation external to own function.

Exploring a topic which is not part of own normal responsibilities and presenting findings to colleagues and/or management

Developing an understanding of the potentially diverse range of activities (service, governance, administrative, regulatory, commercial, charitable, industrial, etc.) undertaken by the employing organisation.

Undertaking study, learning and, where possible, practice in IT concepts and techniques external to own function.

Increasing and maintaining currency of knowledge of broader IT issues through reading, attending and participating in seminars or conferences, special studies, temporary assignments etc.

Developing a comprehensive understanding of the business environment in which the employing organisation operates and its position, policies and direction in relation to health and care, country and global issues.

Gaining and maintaining knowledge of relevant national and international standards and legislation.