Data Entry for Administrators

Course Aim

Data Entry for Administrators is a half-day course lays the groundwork for setting up and managing data entry in GainSeeker Suite. This half-day module introduces Administrators and the Technical Lead to the options available for making GainSeeker data entry as efficient and effective as possible. Both variable (SPC) and attribute (DMS) setup options will be covered.

Target Audience

The target audience for this course is any person who is responsible for administrative activities such as:

Understanding the basic options for Data Entry
Monitoring real-time failures
Setting up and maintaining parts and processes
Creating and maintaining planned sessions for certain parts

Prerequisites

This course is paced to accommodate people with experience in the following areas:

Windows 2000, XP or 7
Windows file-level commands: Copy, Rename and Delete
Navigating a Windows-type directory/folder tree structure
Attending the Configuring and Maintaining GainSeeker and Analyzing Data in GainSeeker courses is recommended, but not required.

Course Topics

Enter variable SPC data, including traceability information
Recognize and respond to real-time failures during SPC data entry
Create a new SPC standard and configure its settings
Use knowledge of process to select appropriate real-time tests
Explain the difference between entering data via Quick Start, Templates, Planned Sessions and Stored Sessions, and determine which is most appropriate
Use the SPC Database Monitor to review real-time failures
Use the SPC Standard Utility to duplicate multiple standards
Determine which DMS processes will be required and useful for your GainSeeker implementation
Define appropriate Defect lists for your DMS processes
Identify the advantages and disadvantages of the three typical DMS implementation models
Set up a DMS process and its Defect list in GainSeeker
Create a new DMS standard and configure its settings
Use the DMS Data Entry module to effectively enter attribute data
Use the Options menu to customize the DMS Data Entry module