PIC Solutions partnered with Ben Duminy & Associates (BDA), a South African strategy and project consulting organisation, to deliver specialised smart card technology training to delegates at The Credit Academy.
BDA specialises in project management, consultancy services and training and education. Showcasing clients such as EMV Forum of SA, BDA is recognised as being the only South African practice to be certified by Visa CEMEA (Central Europe, Middle East and Africa) as a Chip Card Migration Partner.
The Credit Academy is a specialist credit and risk training programme and was established by PIC Solutions in 2002. It consists of over 14 different seminars, which can be delivered at the PIC Solutions dedicated training centre or onsite at the client`s premises. The unique EMV (Europay, MasterCard, Visa) chip and pin training seminars will be presented by leading experts at The Credit Academy in Johannesburg, South Africa on:
* EMV Implementation Considerations Seminar, 26 and 27 July
* Introduction to EMV Seminar, 1 August
* EMV Implementation Considerations Seminar, 2 and 3 August
* Introduction to EMV Seminar, 5 September
* EMV Implementation Considerations Seminar, 6 and 7 September
These seminars have been designed to cover topics that are focused on practical industry issues impacting the credit card market, including:
* Importance and practical uses of smart cards
* What makes EMV different to magnetic stripe technology
* How to implement EMV according to industry best practices
* The steps involved in migrating to EMV
* Pitfalls to look out for and lessons learnt
Delegates will be exposed to presentations, case studies and simulations, all based on international best practices. Through this interactive approach, attendees are able to return to their work environment equipped to implement the best practices tips and strategies covered in the seminars. For further information, including detailed seminar descriptions and registration procedures, visit: www.TheCreditAcademy.co.za
Ben Duminy of Ben Duminy & Associates, comments, "Smart card technology is vital for organisations impacted by expanding global developments in e-commerce and fraud. Emerging markets in SA, as well as potential new markets, require the benefits of secure, convenient and cost effective payment solutions. EMV provides the payment platform when it comes to attracting and reaching these markets. This seminar will provide delegates with insight into EMV standards and the benefits of implementing EMV to improve and manage their card environment."
Stephen Leonard, MD of PIC Solutions, adds, "The Credit Academy is an effective training solution for organisations seeking to embrace international industry best practices. Existing card payments technology has reached maturity in SA and this unique EMV seminar is designed to bridge the gap that organisations encounter when they convert to EMV standards. Ben Duminy and Associates has extensive experience in smart card technology and we look forward to partnering with them for this seminar."
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