Module 1: Introduction to Enterprise Content Management (ECM)
- Understanding ECM concepts and significance in modern business
- Exploring challenges and solutions in content management
- Role of IBM FileNet in ECM landscape
Module 2: IBM FileNet Overview
- Evolution and features of IBM FileNet
- Differentiating between FileNet components: Content Engine, Process Engine, Application Engine
- FileNet's contribution to workflow automation and document management
Module 3: FileNet Architecture and Components
- Deep dive into FileNet architecture layers
- Content Platform Engine (CPE) structure and functions
- Collaboration between Process Engine and Application Engine
Module 4: Installation and Configuration of IBM FileNet
- System requirements and prerequisites
- Step-by-step installation of FileNet components
- Configuring communication between different components
Module 5: Document Management and Versioning
- Managing documents, records, and content
- Implementing version control and version history
- Leveraging document lifecycle management features
Module 6: Metadata Management and Search
- Understanding metadata and its role in content organization
- Utilizing metadata for efficient search and retrieval
- Integration with external data sources for enhanced search capabilities
Module 7: Introduction to Workflows and Process Engine
- Fundamentals of business process automation
- Role of workflows in streamlining business processes
- Exploring Process Engine's capabilities and components
Module 8: Workflow Design and Implementation
- Designing and modeling workflows using IBM Process Designer
- Configuring tasks, transitions, and decision points
- Workflow simulation and testing
Module 9: Integration with External Systems
- Integrating FileNet with other enterprise systems (ERP, CRM, etc.)
- Implementing APIs and connectors for seamless data exchange
- Ensuring data consistency across integrated platforms
Module 10: Security and Access Control
- Establishing access controls and permissions
- Managing user roles, groups, and security policies
- Securing content at rest and in transit
Module 11: Performance Tuning and Optimization
- Identifying performance bottlenecks and challenges
- Strategies for optimizing FileNet's performance
- Scaling and load balancing techniques
Module 12: Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- Common issues and challenges in FileNet implementation
- Diagnostic tools and techniques for issue resolution
- Regular maintenance practices and upgrades
Module 13: Future Trends in ECM and IBM FileNet
- Exploring the evolving landscape of ECM
- Emerging technologies in content management
- IBM FileNet's roadmap and future enhancements