Archived Newsletters

April 2010

Where Are You?

You are an I.T. professional and have been working for some years. You have done well and have a good track record and have built yourself a reputation as a go-getter. You have cause to be satisfied with what you have achieved so far, but stop for a moment and ask yourself - Where are you? You have come a considerable distance from when you started out, but are you in a position to take the next big step? Are you ready for the challenges that will have to be met to keep your career on the fast track?

It's easy to become complacent and think your past success is the spring board you need to move into the future. It's not! What you have achieved was based on the technologies prevalent at that time. You know how fast things change in I.T. The skills you have acquired will always be useful, but they will not be enough to maintain the momentum. In fact, it often happens that new entrants into I.T., who have recently acquired a knowledge of the latest software technologies get a jump start and get the plum assignment that more experienced professionals are not qualified for.

It Doesn't Have To Be This Way

Take some time and think objectively about where you are and how well equipped you are for the future. How up to date are you on the latest developments in subjects like 2D & 3D computer graphics, advanced J2EE web services, data warehousing, embedded and real systems, ERP, Oracle applications, Siebel ERP and the like? You may be equipped to work with them today, but what about tomorrow? And what about new technologies like SalesForce.com Admin / Developer Training, one of the best cloud applications for on demand CRM and Selenium, a high quality open source functional and regression automation tool for web application testing? In I.T. if you are not at the cutting edge, you will be left behind.

Visit www.fortunetechnol.com and www.itcoursesbayarea.com for more detailed information on the company's services and training programs. You can also contact them by phone (408) 530-9600 or email them at training@fortunetechnol.com.

So What Can You Do?

It's easy to say that you need to learn new I.T. Skills. But in an industry that is notorious for 80 hour work weeks, where is the time to attend classes? And even if you do find the time, you know that while theoretical knowledge is essential, there is a gap between what is generally taught and the ability to apply that knowledge in the workplace. There is a solution at hand and it lies in Fortune Technologies training programs.

Fortune Technologies is among the fastest growing consulting companies in Silicon Valley. The company has a pool of outstanding consultants with the experience, skill and knowledge to constantly increase the value of the I.T. solutions the company provides to its clients. With a focus of developing value based lifetime relationships with its clients, the company's consultants do not sit in ivory towers cut off from the real world applications of the I.T. solutions they provide. Fortune Technologies is there in the front lines alongside their clients and ensuring that the solutions it provides meet client needs. In other words they know that knowledge by itself is not enough; the real world application of it is equally important.

Knowledge You Can Use

Stay Ahead

Staying ahead of others with the latest in Information Technology has never been so convenient or job focused both for experienced professionals and for those looking to enter the I.T. Industry. Visit the Fortune Technologies website to learn more about the company and the training programs available. To learn more about the new SalesForce.com Admin / Developer Training and Selenium Training courses, go to www.itcoursesbayarea.com. To have any questions answered, you can call Fortune Technologies on (408) 530-9600 Ext. 101 or email the company at training@fortunetechnol.com

It's the best investment you can make for your future in I.T.

March 2010

A Receding Recession?

It's still too early to say anything for certain, but all the signs are positive for an economic recovery. Its not going to happen overnight and the road ahead is still rocky and uncertain. But I.T. is an industry that stays one step ahead and I.T. companies know that they need to start preparing for the growth to come. The last 2 years have been one of industry fighting a holding action and cutting costs (and manpower) to the bone in an effort to stay afloat. Yes, I.T. weathered the storm better than most because it is such an essential component of commercial activity and even in the tough times, I.T. support has been essential for business survival. But the demand curve is going to change from maintenance support to growth enhancement.

New Products And Services For A New Age

As demand picks up and businesses increase their output, they will not be satisfied with the I.T. support they got in the past. As markets expand, everyone will be looking for a bigger share of the pie and competition will be fierce. Everyone will be looking for new ways of staying ahead of the competition and I.T. is going to have to meet that demand. I.T. companies are in turn going to have to use cutting edge technology to be able to provide the services that their clients need. Those who play it safe and stick to what they have found to be tried and tested systems over the last few years will lose out to those who offer their clients something new.

Visit www.fortunetechnol.com and www.itcoursesbayarea.com for more detailed information on the company's services and training programs. You can also contact them by phone (408) 530-9600 or email them at training@fortunetechnol.com.

New Skills For New Technologies

To meet the demand for cutting edge services, I.T. companies are going to need people with cutting edge skills. The future is bright for I.T. professionals, and even newcomers, who are equipped to step up and meet the challenges. That does not mean simply possessing knowledge of new technologies but being able to apply that knowledge from the get go. Hiring, or promoting qualified people, who need lead time to understand how to apply their knowledge and get up to speed is not just a cost for I.T. companies, it may give the competition a head start.

Applying What You Know

The I.T. professional who wants to be part of the coming growth must have more that classroom or textbook knowledge. He must be able to apply what he knows the his assignment. And that is where Fortune Technologies' training stands out from the rest. Fortune Technologies is one of the fastest growing consultancy companies in Silicon Valley. Their clients depend on them for state of the art I.T. solutions. Their staff of highly qualified and experienced consultants do not sit in ivory towers and tell people what to do. They are involved with the clients operations and know the demands of the real world. This give them the ability to tailor their training programs to reflect the real needs of their clients and equips their students with the skills they need to apply their knowledge where it counts - on the job. Fortune Technologies does not simply provide people with qualifications, they equip their students to get the job done and by excelling at what they do, get on the high growth path.

How It's Done

Fortune Technologies offers real time training in a live environment so that students and instructors are able to interact via voice, screen sharing and the use of the instructors Graphics Tablet. This personalized instruction makes the understanding and retention of what is learned much easier. Each topic that is covered is supplemented by live examples and tests to allow the student to understand the application of what he has learned in real life situations so that when the time comes to apply the knowledge, it is not unknown territory. Also, because people in I.T. are usually time deprived, students have 24/7 access to the company's servers for practice at their own convenience.

What You Can Learn

Fortune Technologies offers training in Business Analysis, Hyperion (Financial Management), OBIE, SAS Financial, SAP BO, QA to name just a few. Two recently introduced programs are SalesForce.com Admin / Developer Training, one of the best cloud applications for on demand CRM and Selenium, a high quality open source functional and regression automation tool for web application testing. An emphasis is placed on equipping all students with ERP knowledge and skills as this forms the basis of efficient budgeting, reporting and forecasting.

What You Should Do

Visit the Fortune Technologies website www.fortunetechnol.com and www.itcoursesbayarea.com for complete details of their training programs and how to enroll. They may also be contacted by email at training@fortunetechnol.com or by phone at (408) 530-9600. The future is now and now is the time to get started on your future.

Fortune is now Hiring!
(Free training provided for qualified OPT/ CPT candidates)

Position – 1
OPT/ CPT Students with the Computer Science background for our direct client requirements for contract positions.

Requirements:
• JAVA (OR) C (OR) C++ (OR) SQL (OR) .NET.
• Excellent Communication Skills.
• Should be willing to relocate anywhere in the US.

Email your resumes to recruit@fortunetechnol.com.

Position - 2
OPT/CPT Students with MBA / MS Degree for our direct client requirements for contract positions.

Requirements:
• Excellent Knowledge in MS Office.
• Excellent Communication Skills.
• Should be willing to relocate anywhere in the US.

Email your resumes to recruit@fortunetechnol.com.

Position - 3
Candidates with minimum 4+ years of IT experience.
• Will apply H1B Visa if needed. L1 Visa holders can also apply.
• Excellent communications skills.

Interested candidates contact steven@fortunetechnol.com.