Past Events

Intro to Agile Project Management (2 PDUs)

Date: 22 July 2023 (Sat)
Time: 9.30 am ~ 12 pm
Venue: PMOi Learning Centre, Bayan Lepas (1-2-22 Krystal Point Corporate Park 2)
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Synopsis

This talk is to provide participants with a good understanding of the Agile methodology and its application in project management. The talk covers key Agile concepts such as iterative development, customer collaboration, and adaptability to change. Participants will learn how to effectively manage Agile projects by implementing best practices and tools such as Agile planning, backlog management, sprint planning, and retrospectives. Through hands-on exercises and case studies, participants will gain practical experience in Agile project management and be more prepared to lead Agile proects in real-world environments.

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Speaker Profile

Ms Telegam Narayanan
PMP, PSM, PSPO, SAFe Program Consultant, CTFL
BSc & MSc Computer Science, USM
As an operation and planning manager at a reputable MNC, Telegam oversee and optimize various aspects of the organization's operations to drive efficiency and productivity. With over 19 years of experience in project and program management, software release management, test engineering, and Scrum leadership, she has gained a diverse range of skills that enable her to drive success in complex organizations. As a change agent in her organization, she has successfully onboarded managers and leaders to embrace Lean and Agile frameworks, enabling the achievement of the benefits of Lean-Agile software and systems development at scale. Telegam has experience managing software and hardware projects using agile development methodology where applicable, ensuring high-quality results on time and within budget.

As a member of the Project Management Institute,she is committed to the project management profession and has held a position as Director at Large for PMI Malaysia Chapter. She has a proven track record of delivering complex projects and programs, and she is passionate about empowering organizations to reach their full potential through Lean and Agile methodologies.


An Intro to Managing Stress with Creative Art (2 PDUs)

Date: 24-Jun-2023
Time: 9.30am - 12pm
Venue: PMOi Learning Centre, Bayan Lepas (1-2-22 Krystal Point Corporate Park 2)
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Synopsis

An introduction to types of stress, and how to apply simple art therapy in handling stress. 

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Speaker Profile

Ken has more than 10 years in teaching psychology subjects and counseling and served as a part-time tutor and script marker (psychology subjects) at Wawasan Open University and Intern Correctional Counselor in Penjara Alor Setar in 2012.

His experience includes individual/group counselling, psychology and counselling workshop/talk (motivation, communication, personality, and sexual education), and art therapy for teens and adults (sand play therapy & colour communication).


Managing Risks in Supply Chains (Intro)

Complementary, 2 PDUs (PMI)
By CC Goh

15 Dec 2022 (Thu), 7.45 pm ~ 9.45 pm Online Live! 

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For the last two years, most organizations have experienced supply chain disruption. What used to be shared only by supply chain practitioners, the “cost of supply chain disruption” is now part of profit reporting by corporates, and a significant factor in inflation and GDP Growth. The supply chain disruption affects everyone from disappointed customers, concerned businesses and government.

We are not out of the woods yet, the uncertainties continue on to 2023 especially in the multifaceted disruptive factors through the lens of PESTLE, for example, (a) international confrontative alliance under Political, (b) trade sanction under Legal, (c) tech war under Technological and so on. This talk discusses about these uncertainties and intro to the Supply Chain Risk Management to support the continual success of your organizations!

 In addition to the talk, we invite you to join the 2-day workshop

Mr CC Goh, Coach, Trainer and Lecturer

CC Goh is a Coach, Trainer and Lecturer who has obtained his Master Degree in Business Administration (Operations Management) from Charles Sturt University, Australia in 2004.

He has over 14 years experiences in coaching, training, and lecturing subjects/modules related with Supply Chain Management. A qualified trainer/lecture with Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), UK and UTMSpace MBA students pursuing Chartered Membership and MBA respectively.  He has trained corporations/multinationals of various industry including TNB, Telekom Malaysia, PertroleumBrunei, PetroleumBrunei Chemicals, VAT Manufacturing, Honeywell, Intel, Motorola, Maxis Communications, DEM Draexlmaier, NextGlass Technology, IMA Automation, Sophic Automation and more.


Stress: Epidemic in 21st Century

Date: 20 May 2021 (Thu)
Time: 7.30 pm ~ 9.30 pm
Venue: Online Live @ Cloud 

In the 21st century, stress is epidemic.  It damages our health, our work, our relationships. It destroys families, businesses, and lives. It costs corporations more that 300 billion dollars every year in health costs, absenteeism and poor performance.  And one in three adults suffers from the effects of unmanaged stress.  More people are seeking therapy and medical treatment for stress-related issues than ever before, and companies are reaching out for help.

In this evening talk, it will cover the topics below:

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Speaker Profile
KELVIN KONG
PMP, Certified Stress Management Consultant (CSMC)
Certified Hypnotherapist (CHt), Certified Life Coach, Certified NLP Practitioner

Kelvin is a certified PMP, as he was a technical project manager in a MNC, and is the founder of Mind Navi Consultation, providing emotional support and personal life goal coaching, consulting and hypnotherapy service. He is actively involved in training, consulting and also volunteering in suicide prevention charity organization for past 10 years.   Kelvin is recognized by the International Association of Counseling and Therapy (IACT) as Certified Stress Management Consultant and Hypnotherapist. He is also a consulting hypnotist, certified by National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH) and American Union of NLP (AUNLP) certified life coach.


Enhance Your Communication with Colors! (2 PDUs)

Online Live: 23 Sep 2020 (Wed)
8 pm to 10 pm

Synopsis

Some colors are meant to be outrages and some are so gloomy and they are actually affecting your emotions. Some colors are nice for a presentation session and some not. Why do some brand logos need to use that particular color?
Colors are communicating with us but we are too used to its existence and always overlook the message. We will take a look about colors of buildings, surroundings, costume, and also our personality in this event.

 

Speaker Profile

Mr. Ken Shin
(LKM Registered Counselor, MSc of Psychology and Account Manager)
He has more than 8 years of psychology and counseling experiences, and served as an Intern Correctional Counselor in Penjara Alor Setar in 2012. His experience includes individual/group counseling, psychology and counseling workshop/talk (motivation, personality, and sexual education), and art therapy for teen and adult (sand play therapy & color communication).


Evolution of Vehicle Electronics Towards Smart Connected And Autonomous Vehicles

(Complimentary, 2 PDUs)
By Dr. SB Khoh
Online Live: 30 Jun 2020 (Thu), 7.30 pm ~ 9.30 pm.
Synopsis
With the advent of the electronics and semiconductor technology for automotive use, today's modern vehicles not only many folds more efficient than their predecessors, but it is also a state-of-art innovation masterpiece that provides us with commuting convenience.  Modern cars' mechanics are now relying more on their OBD-II computer diagnostic tools, rather than the screw-drivers, spanners and wrenchers of their mechanical predecessors. As we welcome the dawn of smart connected and autonomous vehicle, there are a series of technical challenges that need to be overcome in order to achieve a reliable and successful roll-out.  
This talk will illuminate on the evolution of vehicle electronics from the replacement of carburettors with fuel injectors, to the introduction of embedded controller based ABS, EBD, cruise controls, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), and smart autonomous and connected vehicles. An overview of the in-vehicle networks such as CAN, LIN, MOST and latest automotive in-vehicle networks; and the technical challenges associated with smart connected and autonomous vehicles shall be presented.
 
Speaker Profile

Dr Khoh Soo Beng, PhD, SMIEEE, MIET, MIEM, MIAOIP

He has > 28 years of experience in a wide spectrum of roles in design, manufacturing, IT, 6-Sigma, software architect, program management, and innovation in Fortune 500 MNCs based in Malaysia and abroad. His experience include real-time embedded systems, automotive Controller Area Network (CAN) bus- now known as Internet of Things (IoT), digital dashboards, knowledge management, Lean, Six Sigma methodologies & tools, product design & development, design thinking and innovation. He helped Rockwell Automation (formerly Allen Bradley) with DeviceNet design and Conformance Test Specification.


The Impact of COVID-19 on Supply Chains

(Complimentary, 2 PDUs)
Online Live: 12 May 2020 (Tue), 7.45 pm ~ 9.45 pm
Synopsis:
The current COVID-19 pandemic has turned industry supply chains on their heads. This Coronavirus pandemic is an unpredictable event that has changed life as we knew it.  Now is the time to identify, evaluate and manage issues and potential RISKS that can impact your organization and its supply chain.    How about the OPPORTUNITIES?  This short talk will analyze and discuss both!
Speaker Profile:
Mr. CC Goh, Supply Chain Coach and Trainer
Mr. Goh is an experienced Coach and Trainer in Supply Chain, with vast industry experience.   He has over 28 years of working experience in senior management and manufacturing, including position held as General Manager of a U.S. semiconductor industry owned by Private Equity Firm KKR.   In addition, he is a Startup Consultant and has successfully consulted 8 multinationals manufacturing facilities set-ups from green to brown-field (from inception until factory readiness).

Mr. Goh is currently a Qualified Lecturer and Tutor with the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) U.K, and has trained and coach many organizations.  He is an executive Forum Member with a worldwide consulting group, Gerson Lehman Group. In addition, he holds an MBA in Operations Management from Charles Sturt University Australia, Diploma in Higher Accounting LCCI and 
Diploma in Business Administration AELB.

LTE - Is your workforce ready to innovate the next? 
(Complimentary, 2 PDUs)

Online Live: 6 May - Wednesday, 11.00am - 12.00pm
Synopsis:

Well, it’s definitely not 5G as next. We are referring to the Low-Touch Economy (LTE), or no-touch economy. Coronavirus has successfully transformed the whole world overnight and fundamentally shifted everyone to the new normal. It has turned many industries upside down, and disrupted many economies. The road ahead is not going to be your business as usual (BAU). You need to get rid of the BAU. How? 

Innovate !  Innovate !  Innovate!  There is no better time than now.  

Innovation is imperative for any organisation or function to add values to its customers and stakeholders. Undoubtedly the capability to innovate and to bring innovation successfully to market will be a crucial determinant of the global competitiveness of organisations over the LTE and coming decade. Every organisation, large or small, mature or start-up, must continuously drive for performance improvements, profit and growth through innovation.

You probably came across the word “innovation” at your workplace, journal articles, social media, and business news. Everyone talks about it!  The internet is abuzz with it. What exactly is innovation ? How do you build the talent pool?  Join us to find out. 

Speaker Profile

Dr Khoh Soo Beng, PhD, SMIEEE, MIET, MIEM, MIAOIP

He has > 28 years of experience in a wide spectrum of roles in design, manufacturing, IT, 6-Sigma, software architect, program management, and innovation in Fortune 500 MNCs based in Malaysia and abroad. His experience include real-time embedded systems, automotive Controller Area Network (CAN) bus- now known as Internet of Things (IoT), digital dashboards, knowledge management, Lean, Six Sigma methodologies & tools, product design & development, design thinking and innovation. He helped Rockwell Automation (formerly Allen Bradley) with DeviceNet design and Conformance Test Specification.