Career
Career · 05. November 2021
Meetings are an interesting moment in the workplace because not only they can be a great forum to share progress, accomplishments, issues and concerns, but they are also a place where you can shine and build a strong professional image. Or on the contrary, if it is not handled properly, your credibility can go down quite quickly. So what to do to be more credible in meetings?
Career · 05. November 2021
The end of the year is a natural time for reflection: what have I accomplished this year? What am I most proud of? What are my goals for next year?
Too often, we tend to jump from one year to another without really taking the time to take a step back and reflect. So why not make a special gift to yourself in the end of year period and offer yourself a career self-review?
Career · 05. November 2021
The Document Control profession attracts newcomers every year, and there’s no wonder why: it’s a really interesting position, at the heart of efficiency, quality, traceability. It is also really varied as you can work in many different industries, projects, environments, and locations: there are Document Control professionals in all countries.
However, it is a profession that cannot be improvised, especially as there are rules to be followed, reasons for these rules, and values to be protect
Career · 05. November 2021
LinkedIn has become a centrepiece in career development especially when looking for new opportunities. However, it is important to make sure your profile is neat and inviting, especially as most employers will review it before inviting you to an interview.
Here are a few tips to improve your online presence.
Career · 06. August 2021
Becoming a manager and being successful in that position might be possible sooner than you think.
There are tips that you should know to fast track your career towards management.
Career · 12. July 2021
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the world economy has suffered a lot. Many activity sectors have been dormant and, this has resulted in job losses.
However, it appears that the second quarter of 2021 marks a change of trend in the economy: an increasing number of activity sectors are back in action, and this creates an economic dynamic that may be favourable to Document Control professionals. No one can say if it is a long-term trend, but it is visible enough to be noticed.
Career · 12. July 2021
For Document Control professionals, the path to recognition can be tortuous.
There can be many odds to fight against: organisation culture, lack of awareness of the role of DC, perception that DC represents unnecessary bureaucracy, low or no support from hierarchy, and more.
None of those fights are easy, but the ownership of the fight lies with Document Control itself.
Career · 12. July 2021
They say that “a good relationship starts with good communication”.
This tells us that Document Control professionals must work at their communication to develop a good relationship with their teams.
Communication skills are hard to come by, and communication techniques too.
Lucky for you, Consepsys consultants were asked in 2020 to observe and to collect over a period of one year the best practices in Document Control communication
Career · 31. March 2021
Let’s examine 3 myths on the way managers or team leaders perceive their team members
Career · 31. March 2021
To play their role of gate-keepers, Document Controllers occasionally need to say “no”: “no” to incorrect documents, “no” to hazardous practices, “no” to actions that carry a risk of harm to people or of damage to the organisation.
In a well-functioning organisation, this possibility of a “no” from Documents Control is built into processes, procedures and practices.
However, the effectiveness of the protective role of Document Control professionals depends very much on the commitment and