The KBZ University original classes, Selling Infrastructure 101, and Intro to Visual Communication and System Components, are now approved by InfoComm International for inclusion in the InfoComm Renewal Unit Program. This program of continuing education provides learning opportunities to InfoComm Certified Technology Specialists who are required to earn 30 Renewal Units (RUs) every three years to maintain their (CTS®) credentials. InfoComm members who hold a distinguished CTS, CTS-I, or CTS-D certification can now attend KBZ’s Intro to Visual Communication and System Components, and receive 2 RU credits toward renewal of any of these three certifications. KBZ’s Selling Infrastructure 101, offers 1.5 RU credits toward CTS renewal.
KBZ University classes offer KBZ Partners, design professionals, and end-users specialized training and insight into the essential products and applications of TANDBERG visual communication solutions. As the #1 US Distributor of TANDBERG, KBZ strives to continually offer Resale Partners a range of innovative sales and marketing tools, and valuable educational opportunities to increase their knowledge and proficiency at selling the TANDBERG product line. End users and design professionals attending KBZ University classes benefit through learning about advances in video communications, along with technical considerations and applications as this fast-paced technology evolves.
“We are very pleased to receive InfoComm RU approval,” stated KBZ University Director of Training, Frank Foti, M. Ed., “These two classes represent just the beginning of a series of targeted, highly informative educational offerings for both KBZ Resale Partners, and the public. Each class incorporates the essence of KBZ’s sales and technical expertise with the TANDBERG product line and presents it in a dynamic and informative format. To be able to offer InfoComm accreditation and vital TANDBERG sales and product information provides our Partners with an invaluable resource."
Class Overview
KBZ's IS 101, Selling Infrastructure 101 is a two-hour course presented over video exclusively to KBZ Resale Partners. Small groups of participants interact with the instructor to gain a comprehensive understanding of essential TANDBERG infrastructure products and their role in a total video communications solution. Here’s an example of what KBZ Resale Partners are saying about KBZ’s IS 101–
Just want to say ...A GREAT PRESENTATION! We all learned a lot & the way you presented the information made it easy to understand. Thanks again!
Ron Prazmark
Buffalo Office Systems, Inc.
Classes fill quickly. KBZ Resale Partners are invited to Enroll today.
KBZ 102-Intro to Visual Communication and System Components is a half-day highly engaging and informative live “experience.” This class has served as the core presentation of KBZ’s very popular travelling road show, VideoPalooza, which originated in the Southeast this past Fall, and spanned over a half-dozen cities with hundreds of participants.
This from a Resale Partner who attended KBZ 102-Intro to Visual Communication and System Components at VideoPalooza2, Atlanta this past November–
“I feel much more prepared and informed after Videopalooza. That was a great event and learning experience. It took me from knowing basically nothing to winning an iPod Touch.”
KBZ 102-Intro to Visual Communication and System Components provides an up-to-date presentation on the state of video conferencing along with an overall education on the latest advancements from TANDBERG and TANDBERG Total Telepresence.
VideoPalooza is a must-see event! – Live demonstrations, audience participation, and a wealth of product information – even an iPod® Touch giveaway at each show to the student who scores highest on the "Final Exam.” Resale Partners, design professionals, and end users are welcome to attend VideoPalooza and Intro to Visual Communications and System Components. And last, (in case you’re wondering) VideoPalooza3 heads North to Boston, March 5, 2009.
In closing…
InfoComm’s Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) accreditation is recognized worldwide as the standard leading AV specialist credential. KBZ is pleased to participate in furthering the technical proficiency of InfoComm members and to promote high standards of service and expertise in the communications industry. Please stay tuned for additional educational offerings from KBZ in the coming months. In the meantime, please visit InfoComm for more information about InfoComm International, or about CTS Certification. Visit KBZ University for more information about KBZ University.
A few notes to past and future KBZ University students…
- Participants who have taken IS101, or who attended VideoPalooza1 or VideoPalooza2 this past Fall are eligible to receive InfoComm RU credits toward CTS certification renewal. Simply email Frank Foti at: frank@kbz.com with the following information:
Your full name, and the name and date of the class or VideoPalooza you attended. Upon verification of your participation KBZ will process and send you a Graduation Certificate.
As a reminder:
IS 101 Selling Infrastructure 101 = 1.5 RU CTS credits
Intro to Visual Communications and System Components = 2 RU CTS, CTS-I or CTS-D credits
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Future participants of KBZ University classes will automatically be issued a Certificate of Completion for submittal/tracking with InfoComm.
- Enrollment in certain KBZ sales classes (like Selling Infrastructure 101) is restricted to KBZ Resale Partners only. Please refer to class descriptions and enrollment guidelines at the bottom of each respective class description within KBZ University. KBZ apologizes for any inconvenience on this point.