What’s New: Best-liked Docebo Update in February
Docebo routinely releases platform improvements. The latest update introduces 'User Impersonation'. This was one of the most requested features on the ‘Docebo Ideas Portal’ (a customer feedback site available to enterprise customers). It got GuyKat’s vote! Docebo responded to these customer requests and developed the feature!
What is User Impersonation?
If you have worked on a Learning Management System as an administrator then it's likely you needed to support a specific user. The problem has been that an Administrator’s view of the platform is different from what the end-user sees. GuyKat offers admin support to Docebo clients worldwide and often need to see exactly what the end-user sees to better understand their issue. This means you often have to schedule a webinar/screen share or have them email screenshots which is an inefficient use of time for everyone.
This new feature allows the Superadmin (Docebo's top-level admin) to access the platform and actually login with a learner's credentials (by the click of a button).
A notification is automatically sent to the user to let them know that the Superadmin has logged in. They can now sit back, relax and await the diagnosis and resolution of the query. Time saved, stress relieved!
This is a very powerful feature tucked away in one of the February weekly updates and GuyKat wanted to call it out to centre-stage. We will certainly be using it to aid our customers and hope Docebo admins will benefit from it globally.
If you are interested in partnering with GuyKat for services on your Docebo platform, please get in touch. Click on the contact button below to request a discovery call and describe your requirements.
Building a Custom Docebo Landing Page Enhances Your UX
A landing page is the first page a visitor sees. It is core to the user journey through a website and arguably the most important page. In an LMS environment, it determines how easy it is for learners to engage with your learning content. Landing pages should set the standard for the website ‘look and feel’ and be targeted to the audience with information and content specific to them. Done well, it can establish a unique individual user experience.
Up until two or three years ago, it was difficult to customise landing pages on Docebo. The platform had a ‘dashboard’ feature, but there were significant limitations on what could be included. The launch of the ‘pages’ feature in Docebo 7.0 was the game-changer. This opened up new levels of customisation constrained only by the imagination and skill of the developer rather than technical limitations. A killer feature is that you can have different tailored landing pages for different groups of users.
Ideally, a landing page should aim to be simple. The use of images that link to other parts of the site is effective. A good landing page allows users to easily find an area of the site they need; this is especially important in an LMS. A landing page should also make effective use of your branding in its overall design and layout and can be a powerful tool for conveying a particular message to the user.
At GuyKat we know Docebo inside and out. Clients regularly contact us to help enhance their Docebo UI. Our expertise with the pages functionality is a great enabler in transforming end-use perception of the platform. We tailor our landing pages on a client by client basis. Usually, the landing page’s content and structure are dictated by the way their Docebo instance is configured. Before making live changes we send over wireframes for review by the client, the look and feel of the page is then mocked up internally and then built following final sign-off by the client.
Typical features landing pages are:
- A navigation bar
- A carousel of linked images to advertise courses etc
- Footer links to social media/other external pages
- Images linking top essential parts of the site
- A cohesive design that keeps the user engaged
If you engage with GuyKat we have a well-defined process to take you from an initial discovery call where we find the key objectives for your platform and review your current set-up. Then there is a phase of wire-frame designs and review. Following approval, we implement the design using our custom coding. To date, GuyKat has supported clients in building hundreds of landing pages for Docebo customers all over the world.
If custom page design and implementation is something you're interested in please use the contact button to arrange a call with one of our experts.
Learning Technologies 2020: GuyKat's takeaway
Last week the L&D industry was disrupted by Europe's leading workplace learning event - Learning Technologies 2020.
For the GuyKat team, it's been a week full of networking, insights and intelligent conversations! Kicked-off the week joining our partners Docebo at their event Docebo On the Road London, where L&D Seniors gather to discuss key topics in the industry.
Two days of Learning Technologies been highly rewarding with conversations, new connections and interesting speeches from industry experts. Our CEO Guy had a chance to share his years of knowledge on Microlearning at one of the seminars. Materials on Microlearning just one click away:
1. Whitepaper
2. Presentation slides on Microlearning
Thank you, everyone, for visiting our stand! See you next year!
If our services sound of importance to you, please get in touch with me at rugile@guykat.com and we can discuss your next steps in eLearning!
Megan's Digital Media Internship at GuyKat
Birmingham has some of the best universities in the UK. They're full of bright people with ambition to join innovative organisations. One of those bright people is Megan, our current intern in the eLearning team. Today she is sharing her experience of her three month long internship. For her, it's a part-time paid job while juggling university work! 
1. How did you find out about the internship at GuyKat?
I’m on the Impact Internship. This internship is available exclusively to final year students and recent University of Birmingham graduates. Impact Internships are partnered with start-ups and small or medium-sized enterprises; giving their successful applicants the opportunity to apply their knowledge in a growing, innovative business. Since I am a UoB student, I found this job when it popped up in my academic emails.
2. What attracted you to the role at GuyKat?
I am currently studying for a BSc Computer Science degree. My favourite aspects of the course are those that include UX and front end development. My enjoyment in using creative technology, such as Adobe programs and markup languages, has made me want to explore a creative career. Needless to say, when I saw the job title “Digital Media Designer/eLearning Developer” I knew that this role would give me the creative satisfaction I was looking for.
When I first saw the job advert, I didn’t fully understand what was meant by the term “eLearning” but I already had developed an interest in learning technologies. A few years ago I made a Japanese character learning aid in Java and was planning to make a system for teaching HTML/CSS as my dissertation topic. I also enjoyed teaching children how to code at CodeCamp. I was attracted to this role because it perfectly balances everything I am interested in: learning, technology, creativity and design!
3. What were the main tasks you were given?
Initially, I had to become efficient in using Storyline since it is one of the most important tools utilised by the eLearning team. I then recreated some of the existing features and special effects and took on a client project - I found this extremely fun, it was rewarding being able to reach the company standards of branding. Since then, I have had great opportunities to work on several projects by making pdfs, website designs, illustrations and more.
4. What were your highlights during the internship?
One of my highlights so far is learning how to use Adobe Illustrator since I’ve always wanted to teach myself how to use it. When I was told I would need to learn how to use this software, I asked if I could have access to the software over Christmas so that I could get a head start. I am now beginning to understand how powerful this tool is, especially since it has unique capabilities that can be used to make graphics.
A further highlight would have to be visiting one of our clients in their London office. This was a kick-off meeting with a medical device company’s L&D managers to outline a few months of work worth delivery on various projects. This was a highly valuable experience and I loved getting to know our clients in person.
5. What do you enjoy about working with GuyKat?
The thing I enjoy most about working at GuyKat (other than getting to be creative every day, obviously) is the atmosphere in the office. Everyone at GuyKat is super lovely and they all make the office an incredibly pleasant place to be! We also have a hotdesking system, this is brilliant because I sit next to someone different every day. This system helps to keep my mind fresh and increases my productivity. I always look forward to coming in to work and I feel incredibly lucky to have found an occupation that I love!
6. Any advice or tips for students or graduates looking for a career in Digital Media?
I would have to say, make sure that when you write your applications you sound as enthusiastic as you feel about the job you’re applying for. My cover letter for GuyKat was the first cover letter that I was eager to write! I was so thrilled about the prospect of the job, and the opportunities that it would bring, that it was no problem expressing my excitement when applying.
If you think you'd be a good addition to our team whether being an apprentice, intern or a full-time employee, give us a shout at info@guykat.com.
eLearning Designer's takeaway from last year
Now that everyone’s back after the holidays, eLearning Designer, Emma Powney sits down to discuss her biggest takeaway from 2019.
What’s been exciting you throughout 2019 in the world of eLearning?
We did a lot of work for SkinCeuticals that I loved being a part of. One project stood out, the GuyKat team was challenged to refresh existing eLearning modules. Design was a large focus in this project and that’s a huge passion of mine, I thoroughly enjoyed it!
The objective of these modules is to educate key field staff about their most successful products and help them choose the right product for their end consumer.
One of the things I love about my job is to be able to work with large brands like SkinCeuticals. I’m one of their consumers myself, and I love being educated about the science behind their products.
Tell us about the relationship GuyKat has with SkinCeuticals
The relationship started early last year. We worked virtually but still close with the Associate Vice President of Global Education, Becky Watkins who is based in New York. As a result of the module redesigns, we had the pleasure of meeting Becky last month when she flew out to visit us in our new Birmingham HeadQuarters. This gave us a chance to review our ways-of-working and discuss future eLearning projects for 2020, which we are all very excited about! It was lovely to hear such great feedback.
How did the day look with a client on-site?
Our main aim for Becky’s visit was to discuss the collaboration with GuyKat on the upcoming eLearning projects. We always want to be seen as a partner rather than just a supplier. This type of meeting helps us build on that. Together, we reviewed Becky’s existing content and shared ideas to come up with the best learning solution for each module. As a result, we are at the beginning stages of developing two large projects which we are eager to roll out in the next couple of months.
Elaborate on why it is important to schedule face-to-face meetings with the clients on sizeable projects like this.
One of the benefits of meeting our clients face-to-face is that we’re able to be so much more creative. We both have ideas that we can share to make the modules as interactive and engaging as possible for the end-user. We can also get to understand their passion for the company they work for, which in turn, gets us excited about the project. This is an invaluable time to learn the right ‘voice’ from our clients which we just wouldn’t receive over email. Again, our best work is done when we work as a partner, rather than when we just build to a brief. Client’s know their content, but we know how to make ideas and key points come together online. When we mix our clients knowledge with our skills, the output can be truly world-class.
We also love hearing feedback on our ways of working with clients, so the visit from Becky was a perfect opportunity to start the meeting with what worked well on our first project and what we could improve on in our future working relationship.
What are your expectations for 2020?
This year we have a lot of exciting projects coming up, with SkinCeuticals being one I want to continue to drive forward. We want to build on our ongoing relationship and continue to deliver engaging content.
"GuyKat is an essential partner for the LMS programme for SkinCeuticals. An awesome agency that can do everything under one roof - from LMS landing pages to content development." - Becky Watkins, SkinCeuticals
If you’d like to set up a meeting with any of our team members from Professional Services or/and eLearning side please contact rugile@guykat.com
Learning Technologies 2020
The GuyKat team is excited to be attending Europe’s leading workplace learning event - the Learning Technologies 2020. The event is focused on organisational learning and technology that supports and enhances learning at work.
The event takes place in ExCel London, 12-13 February 2020. You can find GuyKat stand just on the left-hand side of the main entrance of the exhibition hall.
With 8,500 attendees, over 200 exhibitors and 200+ free seminars, the exhibition hall will be packed with information about emerging technology that will set trends for the upcoming year.
Every year there is a different buzzword. This year you will hear a lot about VR, AR, but four years ago it was all about bitesize learning and microlearning. Our CEO, Guy McEvoy will look at the key takeaways from the Microlearning topic that are essential to this day and are shaping our industry’s most innovative work. He will explore bitesize examples, including quizzing and interactive PDFs.
Join Guy McEvoy's free seminar at Theatre 2, February 13th, from 1:10 pm.
For more information visit our social media pages!
Merry Christmas from GuyKat!
The team at GuyKat would love to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2020!
Please also note our office is closed from 23rd December 2019 and re-opens on 2nd January 2020.
GuyKat Acquires MTE Services
GuyKat Acquires MTE Services
GuyKat, the Birmingham (UK) eLearning agency, has completed the purchase of Florida based MTE Professional Services. The companies operations will be merged effective January 1st 2020.
GuyKat is planning to aggressively scale-up in the US. This purchase accelerates the expansion of its new office in Tampa, FL. The initial focus of the US business will be enhancing GuyKat’s offering of world-class consulting support to users of Docebo LMS. It is also anticipated that the US will be a growth market for the company’s award-winning custom eLearning development.
Jamie Morgan, founder of MTE Services, will lead GuyKat’s Professional Services team in North America. Jamie says: ‘The only change existing clients will notice at first is that we now have the support of a much bigger international team, with wider expertise. The extra capacity means that we can now bring on many more clients, and offer a greater range of services. For me personally, it’s going to be great to work with a team who have the same vision and values.’’
Guy McEvoy, CEO, says: ‘We’ve seen tremendous growth in revenue from the US and expanding our physical presence there was our top priority. This concludes a year of talks. I’m certain that the business is a fantastic fit with ours. We’re delighted to welcome Jamie and his team into the GuyKat family.’
10 Year Anniversary
It's been 10 years since GuyKat has been incorporated!
We wouldn't be GuyKat if we missed a chance to celebrate and share this news with you!
Take a look at our 10 Years Story...
GuyKat Opens New HQ - Back to Where it Began
GuyKat have opened their new HQ in Birmingham. The move is expected to lead to the creation of up to 30 jobs.
CEO, Guy McEvoy, explained; "When we started 10 years ago, our first official home was a business incubator called E4F. There were about 20-25 different businesses, mainly start-ups, sharing the same space. Now, ten years later, after a few upward moves, we are back in the exact same unit. Only this time the entire space is ours. Going full-circle has been a wonderful journey!"
The company has vacated it's two existing premises to complete the move into the new Faraday Wharf base just weeks after opening its first US office in Tampa, Florida. The state-of-the-art Birmingham office will serve as the Global HQ.
McEvoy said; "We see much of our growth coming from North America, and are looking to build on that though our physical presence there. We'll also be taking on more remote workers from all over to help support our growth. But our 'digital factory' and spiritual home will always remain here in Birmingham. The company has been built on the talent of graduates and apprentices from this region. That recruitment strategy will remain core to all we do."