Graphic Mining Solutions International (GMSI), a division of the JSE-listed AST Group, has received accreditation from the Information Technology Industry Training Board (ITITB) as a registered training centre within the mining environment.
Ultimately, by completing accredited course at GMSI the student will be able to accumulate the `credits` that will contribute to his/her possible attainment of a tertiary qualification in mining from a recognised institution.
Training in the understanding and application of the systems and technologies utilised by the technical services staff in the mining companies, will empower the employee in his daily work and this will assist the company to operate its core business in a cost-effective manner.
GMSI is known for its understanding of the mining business, its integrity and commitment to delivering solutions that empower production decision-making. Its clients include the largest mining companies in South Africa.
"The short supply of skilled staff is a serious obstacle to the competitiveness of the mining industry in South Africa," explains Coen van den Berg, Quality manager for GMSI. "GMSI understands that there is a need to expand the knowledge and competencies of the mining labour force, resulting in improvements in employability and productivity."
"GMSI is ideally positioned to be the preferred ICT training partner for the core business of the mining value chain," continues Van den Berg. "This is because GMSI is a mining company, run by mining people for the mining industry. This, in turn, allows us to understand, source and deliver innovative, integrated solutions to the mining community - solutions which address real issues at all levels of the organisation."
This is a win-win situation for all parties involved. The ITITB places the emphasis upon the outputs of learning, rather than the inputs. The system is designed to allow learners to earn credits towards national qualifications, in the form of certificates at various levels. People with no formal qualifications are still able to earn `credits` towards a qualification.
AST provides comprehensive and integrated ICT-based solutions to an increasing range of global corporate clients. AST`s best-of-breed software, excellent service delivery capabilities and our solution focus makes us your ideal strategic partner.
AST focuses on industries such as mining, financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications and government. We have specialists in management and IT Consulting, IT Communications, Enterprise Systems Management, IT services, ERP Solutions, Outsourcing, Technology Rentals and Training.
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