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PersPective nAvigAting through 40 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2020 www.vanguardcanada.com Sponsored Content Bluedrop Training & Simulation is recognized as one of the best companies for structured courseware design and production in the Canadian defence industry. the Naval traiNiNg SyStem traNSformatioN B luedrop Training & Simula- tion is recognized as one of the best companies for struc- tured courseware design and production in the Canadian defence industry. Our Learninglogics TM toolset and excellent knowledge of the Ca- nadian training methodologies have been major differentiators for our company. Additionally, Bluedrop's positioning as a SMB and its innovation capabilities have made us a partner of choice for large pro- grams in Canada. Bluedrop is well established for programs where there are strict requirements to ad- here to structured development method- ologies such as Canadian Forces Individual Training & Education System (CFITES). These processes are based on a systems approach to training, performance orien- tation in response to operational require- ments, and optimum efficiency in terms of cost-effectiveness. With the RCN Strategic Plan 2017-2022, the Navy is transforming almost every as- pect of its training system. Starting with HMCS HARRY DEWOLF, this new class of ship will come with new training packag- es in order to conduct initial cadre training (ICT). The RCN also aims to modernize all aspects of regular force & reservists training from Basic Military Training, trades train- ing, combat training through to command and leadership training programs. Naval Training System Transformation (NTST) Program is taking place and is engaging industry and other partners to execute a vision with comprehensive plan that is delivering the Navy with modern- ized training technologies, methods, and practices. While understanding the impor- tance of Instructor led training in certain areas, blended delivery method including Computer Based Training (CBT), Com- puter Assisted Instruction (CAI), and practical training using advanced trainers are already being implemented in many training programs. New training solutions with advanced learning tools that feature greater detail and graphics that approach reality are cur- rently being adopted. The intent is to in- troduce smaller training modules which sailors can access on-demand, to help for key trades training anywhere and on multiple devices. This flexibility would al- low regular and reserve force members to progress in their career with less impact on combat readiness or family life. For a SMB like Bluedrop, these are very exciting times, however, reconciling very structured training requirements of new platforms, such as the Arctic Offshore Lieutenant-Navy Roger Korth uses a sextant to measure distance between two ships during Exercise Bold Alligator. Photo: DND

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