This week, we are introducing a brand-new IATF ADP Auditor website redesigned from the ground up to make it easier to access key auditor tasks across a variety of devices.  As with many website redesigns, though, this means that many of the links and features moved to different locations, and you may need a few minutes to adjust to the changes.  This news post will give you a quick tour of what to expect when the new site launches Wednesday evening (Thursday in some markets).

The first thing you will notice is the new, streamlined login screen.  Although the screen looks very different, you can continue to use the same account and password you’ve already been using.  The website no longer requires Adobe Flash Player; if you previously had to approve its use every time, you will no longer need to do so.

After you log in, you’ll be taken to the new Dashboard.  If you’re familiar with the existing ADP website, you’ll notice that some of the existing features are still there, such as the Task List, News section, and redesigned Competency Profile.  (The test auditor in this screenshot is not doing very well!)  You’ll also now also see a convenient summary of your CPD Status in both the current and previous reporting period, and a blue bar at the very top of the screen that highlights any important pending task.  All the other main features can be accessed through the other tab listings at the top: “Training & Assessments,” “CPD Tracking,” “Store,” “Session Scheduling,” and “History & Certificates.”

The “Training & Assessments” tab contains the list of accessible online modules.  Modules indicated as “completed” show that you reached the end, but you can continue to access them for further review.  Please note that, as always, you will not be able to access assessments outside a proctored session.  The interface for training and assessments does not look very different, but we actually completely rebuilt it behind the scenes to no longer require Adobe Flash Player.  We also currently have a test feature (“beta”) where you can access training modules through the web browsers on mobile devices and tablets (supporting recent versions iOS and Android), so please feel free to try it out and send us your feedback.

When you click the “CPD Tracker” tab, you will be prompted to move to the CPD Tracker website.  This will happen seamlessly, and you can use the left-facing arrow in the top-right corner to return to the ADP Dashboard.

The “Store” tab provides a list of all the items available for purchase.  Simply add one or more items to your Cart, and proceed through the purchasing process.  You can pay immediately via credit card, or generate an invoice to pay later via bank transfer or cheque.  Please note that access will not be granted until payment has been received, and international bank transfers may take a long time for processing.  We recommend using a credit card for time-sensitive payments.

In cases where your CB has an item available for purchase but has not yet forwarded this item to you, this will also be indicated on the Store.  Each CB has a different policy regarding fee payment, so please contact your CB for further clarification if you are unable to pay for a listed item.

On the “Session Scheduling” tab you’ll find consolidated access to all scheduling-related features, including information about already-scheduled sessions (with the option to Cancel as long as the session has not already been approved), the ability to schedule for new sessions (based on the tasks that need scheduling), and a general Event List that shows the full list of scheduling options.  After you select the tasks to schedule, use the calendar to find the session that works best for you.  If you are scheduling for only a few retakes, you will have the option to choose either the morning or afternoon time block.  Once the session is confirmed, you’ll receive a copy of the Joining Letter by email.

The “History & Certificates” tab consolidates all information about past actions, including your completed Training/Assessment modules, earned certificates, and generated invoices (also known as Billing Statements).  If you have invoices pending payment, you will also be able to follow a link directly to the ADP Invoice website for a list of payment options.

As one final point, we want to draw your attention to the gear icon in the top-right corner of the website.  By clicking this gear, you’ll be able to access other options including Profile Settings (to manage your email address and password), Organization Assignments (to request new CB sponsorships and review existing sponsorships), and the Logout feature.  Don’t forget to click or tap the gear to access these useful features.

This has been a brief overview of the new IATF ADP website, scheduled to launch this Wednesday evening (UTC time).  We hope you’ll find the new site convenient and easy to use, but if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at IATF ADP Technical Support.