SCCU improves operational excellence, strategic flexibilty and efficiency gains with OneAdvanced's LMS

About SCCU Ltd

SCCU Ltd is an independent training provider that has been trading for 15 years, working predominantly on apprenticeship contracts and adult skills funded provision.

Richard Baldwin, who we interviewed for this case study,is the Head of MIS at SCCU Ltd and oversees all data, databases, access, audits, contract monitoring, contract management, board packs, and financial, statistical and qualitative data for the organisation. He has used LMS (PICS) for three decades in different roles/companies and has an extensive history with the product, having worked closely with the original LMS (PICS) team to develop product features including change requests, authorisation, DBS checks, and funding reports.

SCCU Ltd is currently in the process of migrating all remaining data from their legacy system into LMS (PICS) to create a single, consolidated database. The provider also uses Assessment and Learning (bksb) for all functional skills requirements.

Richard represents a highly experienced user and shares his experience of using LMS (PICS) with us. 

Customer Perspective

RICHARD BALDWIN HAS USED LMS (PICS) FOR THREE DECADES ACROSS MULTIPLE ORGANISATIONS AND ROLES, MAKING HIM AN EXPERIENCED USER:

“LMS (PICS) can deal with multiple contracts fairly straightforwardly compared to some other systems out there. It’s a very powerful reporting system, always has been. That’s why it’s been my preference over other systems.”

ON THE SYSTEM’S FLEXIBILITY:

“It allows me to buy a kit car. If we come back in four weeks, everyone’s systems will look different because you can get it right for you as a provider. So, it’s not one-size fits-all.”

ON COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES:

“The ability to genuinely work together, from my perspective, means I can get something out of it. If the system’s right for new users, if you can make it slicker and quicker and simpler, then it makes it a lot easier.”

 

Why LMS (PICS) Stands Out

VERSUS COMPETITORS:

• More flexible than systems that are locked into apprenticeship-only
• Workflows reporting depth and data accuracy
• Better audit compliance support
• Customisable to each provider’s unique requirements

LONG-TERM VALUE:

• Proven stability over decades of use
• Continues to evolve with different provider’s needs
• Strong foundation for growth and new contract types

Recommendations from Experience

Richard actively recommends LMS (PICS) to other providers through his consultancy work, particularly valuing:

• The system’s adaptability to different provider sizes and needs
• The comprehensive functionality that supports the entire learner 
  journey
• Integration capabilities that create a seamless ecosystem
• The collaborative relationship between software house and users

Moving Forward

SCCU is currently completing their data migration, consolidating all remaining legacy data into LMS (PICS) to create a single source of truth for all their training provision.