Arthur Andersen Virtual Learning Network Meets Growing Demand for Quality Web-Based IT Training.ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 2, 1999-- VLN VLN Violin VLN Vilnius (Lithuanian city) VLN Valencia, Venezuela - Valencia (Airport Code) VLN Very Low Noise VLN Verification Logic Network VLN Virtual Learning Network Enters Marketing Agreement with InfoSource, Inc. to Deliver Multimedia IT Training Products to Business and Industry Worldwide Arthur Andersen For the U.S. Supreme Court case commonly known as Arthur Andersen, see . Arthur Andersen LLP, based in Chicago, was once one of the "Big Five" accounting firms (the other four are PricewaterhouseCoopers, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, Ernst & Young and KPMG), performing Virtual Learning Network (VLN), the first comprehensive Web-based learning solution for business and industry, today announced that it has entered into a marketing agreement with InfoSource, Inc. to provide VLN customers with interactive IT training products. The relationship provides VLN's customers with an impressive array of computer-skills training products ready for immediate delivery on both CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). and Intranet through the VLN learning solution. InfoSource products cover leading PC applications and provide fully interactive lessons including audio, video, and simulation of actual applications. A recent study published by International Data Corporation, forecasts the worldwide IT training and education market will surpass $28.3 billion by 2002. Companies are faced with finding efficient and cost-effective ways to provide up-to-date computer-skills training to employees when and where they need it. By providing InfoSource products as part of the VLN library, VLN offers businesses a powerful solution backed by industry experience, high quality content, and support services support services Psychology Non-health care-related ancillary services–eg, transportation, financial aid, support groups, homemaker services, respite services, and other services focused on performance improvement. "We are pleased to be working with InfoSource to meet the growing demand for quality IT training," said Brenda Wisniewski, Managing Director of VLN. "Organizations worldwide are recognizing that improving desktop application skills is crucial to increasing productivity--and that wide spread access to training is essential to keeping these skills up-to-date." The VLN library will include InfoSource products covering popular applications such as: the Microsoft Office Microsoft's primary desktop applications for Windows and Mac. Depending on the package, it includes some combination of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook along with various Internet and other utilities. 97 suite; Windows 98, 95, and 3.1; WordPerfect; Internet Explorer Microsoft's Web browser, which comes with Windows starting with Windows 98. Commonly called "IE," versions for Mac and Unix are also available. Internet Explorer is the most widely used Web browser on the market. It has also been the browser engine in AOL's Internet access software. ; Netscape Navigator An earlier Web browser for Windows, Macintosh and X Windows from Netscape that provided secure transmission over the Internet. Soon after its introduction in 1994, Navigator, or just "Netscape," as it was commonly called, quickly became the leading browser on the Web. ; Lotus 1-2-3; Lotus Notes Messaging and groupware software from IBM Lotus that was introduced in 1989 for OS/2 and later expanded to Windows, Mac, Unix, NetWare, AS/400 and S/390. Notes provides e-mail, document sharing, workflow, group discussions and calendaring and scheduling. ; and Act! 4.0. "For years, InfoSource products have earned top honors among CBT (Computer-Based Training) Using the computer for training and instruction. CBT programs are called "courseware" and provide interactive training sessions for all disciplines. users for productivity benefits and overall satisfaction," said Tim Klasson Vice President of Corporate Development at InfoSource. "Teaming our products with the Arthur Andersen Virtual Learning Network means that clients have access to computer-skills products developed by an industry leader through an organization recognized worldwide for the quality of their services. Having the ability to distribute these products through the Arthur Andersen Virtual Learning Network will enable us to reach new customers as part of a more complete learning solution." InfoSource PC training products are noticeably different in the design and presentation of the learning content. All learning and skill assessment components, from curriculum and course content to screen design, are rigorously field tested before the final products are created. A storyline Noun 1. storyline - the plot of a book or play or film plot line plot - the story that is told in a novel or play or movie etc.; "the characters were well drawn but the plot was banal" guides the student through learning about software applications in a logical context. Colorful graphics, and animations are infused in content that holds a learner's attention, increasing overall comprehension and retention. Simulation of the actual application allows the learner to progress through learning activities as they would in their daily jobs. InfoSource products also provide built-in quizzes for self-assessment to provide feedback and reinforce the learning process. Students remember what they learn with InfoSource products long after they finish a lesson and can immediately apply their new knowledge on-the-job. About InfoSource, Inc. InfoSource, Inc., founded in 1983, is the oldest and most experienced multi-product line company in the PC training industry. InfoSource offers multimedia and non-multimedia technology-delivered learning, instructor-led courseware, skills assessment tools and web-based learning. InfoSource is a joint venture between Blackwell, one of the world's foremost publishers for higher education higher education Study beyond the level of secondary education. Institutions of higher education include not only colleges and universities but also professional schools in such fields as law, theology, medicine, business, music, and art. , and CompUSA (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : CPU CPU in full central processing unit Principal component of a digital computer, composed of a control unit, an instruction-decoding unit, and an arithmetic-logic unit. ), one of the nation's leading retailers and resellers of personal computers and related products and services. For more information on InfoSource call (800) 393-4636 or visit them on the World Wide Web at www.infosourcetraining.com. About Arthur Andersen Virtual Learning Network Arthur Andersen Virtual Learning Network (VLN) provides comprehensive Web-based learning solutions to business and industry that combine quality courseware, a leading-edge delivery and learning management system, and support services focused on performance improvement. VLN offers an extensive library of interactive multimedia content from leading courseware developers in four critical areas: Finance and Accounting; IT Skills for Professionals and End Users; Management, Supervisory and Employee Development; and Sales and Marketing. VLN also provides support services to help clients integrate Web-based learning into their overall training objectives. Companies which want to learn more about Arthur Andersen Virtual Learning Network should visit the VLN website at http://www.aavln.com, call 800-278-4871, or e-mail aavlninfo@arthurandersen.com About Arthur Andersen Arthur Andersen's vision is to be the partner for success in the new economy. The firm helps clients find new ways to create, manage and measure value in the rapidly changing global economy. With world-class skills in assurance, tax, consulting and corporate finance, Arthur Andersen has more than 72,000 people in over 80 countries who are united by a single worldwide operating structure that fosters inventiveness, knowledge sharing and a focus on client success. Since its beginning in 1913, Arthur Andersen has realized 86 years of uninterrupted growth, with 1999 revenues over $7 billion. Arthur Andersen is a business unit of Andersen Worldwide Andersen Worldwide Société Coopérative (AWSC) was a Swiss-based entity which managed the global offices of accounting firm Arthur Andersen. It was also the parent corporation of Andersen Consulting (now called Accenture) before its split in 2000. . |
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