Week In Brief : 23-28 July, 2012

“Though no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending.”

Updates@IPSR

The IPSR that we see today, the heights accomplished is the hard work, determination and perseverance of all those people who has visualised its goals and stayed committed to the organisation despite the force of temptation of higher prospects. One such promising personality of the organization is Mr. Shiju Cherian, who has devoted a decade to the organization. His brainwave is the reason behind a healthy and spirited work force that we see in IPSR. Your promotion as the Senior HR Manager is truly an earned and well-deserved success.

In the words of Dr. Mendus Jacob, our CEO, “I have seen him working tirelessly day and night for the organisation. I appreciate his exceptional inter-personal skills. His values, morals and spirituality are reflected in all his endeavours which make him a profound individual.”

        A unanimous applauds & congrats from the whole Team on your promotion.  

        May you meet more glory in your life ahead.

                                                                    Impressive Imthiyas!

“Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it.” 

Ipsrians are persistently using the 3 combinations of ability, motivation and attitude.... and this time it’s Mr. Imthiyas Mohamed.T.V, a newbie of our Calicut wing. He is already certified in CCNA and MCSA, and now he has been honoured with the reputed International Certification of RHCE. 

Team IPSR jointly congratulates you on your achievement and hope the tradition of success continues!!!

 

Newcomer!

We have a new face at the Calicut wing, Ms. Jincy K K, Jr.Consultant- Technical Services. She is a diploma holder and would be dealing with Java and Android. She is a native of Kannur. 

We welcome you to the IPSR family.

Wished if this week ended on a happy note. But it wouldn’t.  The depiction below would explain why.

Picture Courtesy : Subin V

We close with her words " As I leave this organisation I will be taking with me a lot of good memories to cherish.. I thank the entire IPSR Family for the great support and love you all had given me during these years...This is Nisha Annie Eapen signing off from IPSR."

WEEK IN BRIEF 9-14 July, 2012:

Quote for the Week:

Be sure that, as you scramble up the ladder of success, it is leaning against the right building.-Stephen Covey

News @ IPSR:

• Subin’s first year with IPSR:

Subin.V of the PR division is very excited that he completed one year of service with IPSR. Subin joined the PR division last July and has had a great time working here. He has been working behind the scenes in all promotional campaigns of IPSR and has also been conducting Personality development and English Language classes for the IT Finishing School students. He has great skills in designing too and is conducting training sessions in multimedia in our college tie-up programmes. This is what he had to say:

"I really feel proud of all the achievements and learning that I got in the last year.Thanks to all my colleagues for their support and my gratitude to my seniors especially dear Krishnaraj Sir for the blessings and training provided and respected CEO and HR Manager."

Thanks for sharing your happiness with us Subin. All the Best for your future and May you have more great times here at IPSR!!

• IPSR Newbies:

Karthika Aravind has joined the Administration wing of the Training division at IPSR Kottayam. She is an MBA and is a native of Alappuzha.

Chethana Nair has joined the Training division of the IPSR Kottayam branch. She is a B.Tech and is a native of Ranni.

Welcome to IPSR!!

WEEK IN BRIEF 25-30 June, 2012:

Quote for the Week:

Change your thoughts and you change your world.-Norman Vincent Peale

News @ IPSR:

• A 'Mary'torious Story...!!!!!! 

Ms.Mary Tomson, Sr.Consutant-Technical Services of the IPSR Trivandrum branch has added one more international certification to her credit.This time she has certified RHCVA.This young lady is a B.Tech holder from Mar.Baselios college of Engineering and Technology. She has already proven her merit at IPSR by bagging the Promising Employee Award last year..She is already trained in CCNP and keeps the goal of being a CCIE close to her heart. 

Congratulations on this remarkable achievement Mary!! Team IPSR is proud of you!!

• Jibin George certifies CTFL:

Next on the list of our achievers is Mr.Jibin George-Team Lead-Software Testing of the IPSR OSBDC at Edappally.Jibin has recently certified in the Tester  Foundation Level Exam (CTFL)which is an international certification for Software Testers and is conducted by the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB).Jibin has been working with the Software Testing Team at the OSBDC for the last six years and is currently the Team Lead.He has always been a perfect performer and is now aiming for the Advanced levels in the Tester Certifications.

                               Good job Jibin!! All the best for the Advanced Levels too!!

• IPSR Newbies: 

Mr.Vishnu.A.V has joined the Marketing division at the IPSR Kottayam branch. He is a native of Kottarakkara and is a B.Tech.

Mr.Imthiyas Mohamed has joined the Networking Training division in the IPSR Calicut division. He has nearly 4 years of experience in the Networking field and is a BCA. Imthiyas has already certified in CCNA and MCSA. He is a native of Malappuram. 

 
Mr.Srijul Sreedharan has joined the Networking Training division in the IPSR Kottayam branch. He has nearly one year of experience in the Networking Training field.He is a native of Mahe.

A Hearty Welcome to All!!

WEEK IN BRIEF 11-16 June, 2012:

Quote for the Week:

“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.”-Winston Churchill

News @ IPSR:

• Vibrant IPSR teeming with passion:

IPSR has been seeing a lot of new faces during the last few months. On getting to know them on a closer level, we can see that they are passionate and ambitious, ready to face every challenge coming their way. They are a perfect addition to the truly “Vibrant” IPSR Team.

 

Quoting the achievements of a few of them:

I was able to find money for my studies by taking tuition classes for school children. I was also able to take care of my paralyzed father who passed away during my fourth semester diploma classes. His death had affected my studies but I didn’t give up. I worked hard and went on to become the class topper in the fifth semester. - Sreela.K (Software Trainee, IPSR Calicut)

Since my mother is suffering from back pain, I was responsible for doing all the household chores during my studies. I had to find time to study after completing all the work at home. But in spite of all that I was able to score good marks in my Diploma and I am now successfully placed in IPSR. I see this as my biggest achievement. - Shilpa.S (Network Trainee, IPSR Calicut)

I had completed my schooling in a Malayalam medium school. There I didn’t get a platform to develop my English. I practiced speaking in English by myself in front of the mirror and now I can handle English confidently. I am also a badminton player and participated in inter district level school competitions. I was also in my college team…I got a job after my very first interview and was placed in IPSR. -Akhil Alby (Business Development Executive, IPSR Kottayam)

I studied in the Kerala Board till my 10^th standard. After that, I joined an English Medium School for Plus 2. Eventhough I found it tough in the beginning, I studied well and became the school topper. - Shalu Shaji (Software Trainee, IPSR South Cochin)

I used to buy books using the money I earned by working during my free time in my college days..I have won prices in the painting competitions in the Arts Festival conducted in my college. – Lijo Paul (IPSR Career Centre-Kottayam)

 

 

Truly inspring!! It’s really great to know that we are all part of such a dynamic workforce here at IPSR. These are just a few that has been shared. There are many more left…lookout for more in the coming editions..

• IPSR Newbies:

Mr.Louis Joseph has joined the Training Division as Sr.Manager-Operations at the IPSR Kottayam branch. He will be in charge of all activities related to the IT Finishing School. Mr.Joseph has more than 19 years of experience in Administration, Training and Social Work. He is an MA in Social Work and is currently residing at Kanjirappally.

 

Mr.Sajeev.R has joined the Software Training division at the IPSR Calicut branch. He is a diploma holder in Computer Engineering and is a native of Mavelikara.

 

Ms.Dayanitta Benedict has joined the Linux Training Division at the IPSR South Cochin branch. She is a B.Tech and a native of Kozhikode.

Welcome to the IPSR Family!!

WEEK IN BRIEF May 28 – June 2, 2012:

Quote for the Week:

Do not worry if you have built your castles in the air. They are where they should be. Now put the foundations under them.- Henry David Thoreau

News @ IPSR:

• IIFF, 2012 concludes:

The IPSR International Film Festival came to a close on 2^nd June, 2012 with the screening of “Blood Diamond”. The closing ceremony was presided by Dr.Mendus Jacob, MD & CEO and Dr.Sunil Job declared the Film Festival closed. He said that events such as these are one of a kind especially in the IT industry. Not many IPSRians had been at the screening during the last one week but it has surely been a good start for the activities of the IPSR Recreation Club. Mr.Subin.V of the PR division was given a special gift for being the only IPSRian to have watched all the movies filmed at the IIFF, 2012.

A special appreciation to the organizers of this event, Mr.Krishnaraj.S, PRO and Mr.Arjun.V, Dy.Manager-Training & Corporate Services, for all your efforts behind the scenes in bringing the IPSR International Film Festival to fruition.

• IPSR Newbies:

Ms.Alanta Abraham has joined the Networking Training division at the IPSR Calicut branch. She is a B.Tech and a native of Calicut.

Ms.Mable Bernard has joined the Software Training division at the IPSR Calicut branch. She is an MCA and a native of Calicut.

Ms.Simi.P.O has joined the Software Training division at the IPSR Calicut branch. She is a Diploma holder and a native of Thrissur.

 Ms.Sreela.K has joined the Software Training division at the IPSR Calicut branch. She is a Diploma holder and a native of Malapuram.

Ms.Shilpa.S has joined the Networking Training division at the IPSR Calicut branch. She is a Diploma holder and a native of Kannur.

 

Welcome to IPSR all of you!!

 

WEEK IN BRIEF 21-26 May, 2012:

Thought for the Week:

“It is easier to go down a hill than up it but the view is much better at the top.”- Henry Ward Beecher.

News @ IPSR:

• IPSR going filmy!!

Oh yes, for the first time in IPSR’s history we are going to host the IPSR International Film Festival (IIFF-2012) here at our own ‘Padmarajan Nagar’. Any ideas where that is?? Enough with all the wild guesses for now..it is the Conference Hall at the IPSR Kottayam Branch! That’s what we are going to call it till the Film Festival is over. :-) IPSR will celebrate the art of cinema for the next one week beginning from tomorrow (26th May, 2012, Saturday).Hope all of you have seen the Film Festival Invite and Schedule. Please note that this is an event for IPSRians. The Film Festival will begin tomorrow with the Inauguration ceremony at 3:00pm and the Official Launch of the IPSR Recreation Club at the Auditorium at the IPSR Kottayam branch. Seven classic films have been lined up in coming days and will be screened at the Conference Hall here. It will be a great opportunity for all you cinema aficionados here at IPSR. Well what a great start for the IPSR Recreation Club!! Now we will have even more fun filled activities in the coming months.

Once again, inviting all IPSRians to the IPSR International Film Festival.

• A ‘Rich’ Reminiscence!

Richu.M.Shelly-Administrative Manager, IPSR Trivandrum branch, is full of praises and happiness on completing her first year at IPSR.She has infact sent a mail to tell us how happy she is working here at IPSR and to have completed one year here. This is what she had to say:

“This is a moment where pride, happiness and gratitude meets together...May 23....Today I complete 1 year of my work at ipsr....The first year of my first job....


Mr.Shiju Cherian is the one to whom I would like to express my first thanks as he is the one who offered me a place in ipsr family..His support and guidance have helped me a lot to improve myself and let go of my fears of my first job...

Dr.Mendus Jacob is a true administrator who knows the very pulse of his employees..His timely guidance and motivation is something I would always cherish close to my heart..From the moment I saw him leading Talent Genie to the present, he has always made me wonder about the way he manages everything with a cool and composed attitude....

I remember the day I walked into ipsr Kottayam for the joining formalities..I remember the warm and welcoming face of Ms.Nisha Annie Eapen who fed me in with a wonderful induction program...

The first steps of a co-ordinator are always important because that is where we learn to deal with people and I was lucky enough to get it from the super-woman of ipsr-Ms.Benila Mendus..The way she remembers the names and handles the clients have always impressed me and added flare to my job...

Brijesh Sir..Jayakrishnan Sir..Krishnaraj Sir..Arjun Sir..Sunil Job Sir..Shiju Alex Sir..Cherian Sir...Sijo Sir..Maurice Sir..Mojan Sir..Nibin Sir..Ms.Lakshmi..Thanks to all of them because they all have enlightened my way with valuable advices whenever I was stuck at point zero.

Nithin sir..Dileep Sir..Anitha Chechi..Beena Chechi..Remya Chechi..Bindu chechi..Ms.Reena..Rincy chechi..Lillikkutty chechi..Ms.Akhila..Shalu chettan..Raju chettan..Thanks to all those loving faces at ipsr,Kottayam....

Now-Team Trivandrum...who can forget one's own home????

Mr.Aneesh P.V-the man who redefined the 'BOSS' picture in my mind..He was a true guide, a wonderful mentor who amazed me with his dedication and sincerity for his work..There were hard days when the infant ipsr,Tvm had its share of falls..but the confidence and team spirit he provided all of us here can never be forgotten..The ownership he has for this centre has left me with a classic picture about how an employee should be faithful to the organisation he works for..

My colleagues here..An always energetic and vibrant group of youngsters..The spirit never dies down when you have such lively people surrounding you..!!!!

And my students---I love them!!!! The greatest happiness I obtained from this job is to see the satisfied smile of students as they leave ipsr after their courses..To see them get placed..To see them develop a wonderful attitude...And the testimonials they say with their heart...That is what made me love ipsr with all my heart...

I understand there might have been setbacks along my track...But one thing is sure..Last year was one of my greatest learning experiences of my life...I got a golden opportunity to interact with numerous people-who all taught me some different lesson-in dealing with people..

And today I thank God Almighty and my wonderful family for all the heavenly blessings they have showered on me...

ipsr is a place where you get to grow with the institution..As our motto says-redefining excellence..ipsr has really helped me redefine my life....

Thanks to all..Hope your support will be there with me in the days ahead too..

I seek your prayers and remember you all on this special and wonderful day..!!!  :-) "

Thanks for sharing your experience with us Richu.. Wishing all the very best!!

WEEK IN BRIEF; APRIL 22-28, 2012

• Spectacular triumph from Career Center 

Career Center conducted 19 Recruitment Drives in just 12 days ie from 17th April 2012 to 28th April 2012. It’s really a huge success. Many jobseekers were able to find out their aspiration.

Well done and let them conduct huge events in the coming days... 

• Training Programme 

Training Programme was arranged for the newly joined staff for one week. In the programme Dr. Mendus Jacob, MD & CEO addressed them about the company in general. The feedbacks from theparticipants are: 

Maneesha M

 “In the session Sir mainly specified the valuable factors that help IPSR to maintain its top position. He also encouraged us by mentioning different examples. At the end I felt deeply a wish to work and make my lifestyle a different one”. 

V.A Anju 

The session included the qualities which we should have in ourselves while working in an organization. A unique feature of IPSR is its many opportunities for career development. IPSR has the history of attaining many successes and we became motivated by the session”. 

 Monisha Nair

 “The session delivers the message that in IPSR everyone gets the opportunity to build up their career. The class was interesting and helped us to think in positive ways”. 

•  Wedding bells 

Nibin Sunny, Branch Manager, Ernakulam got married to Manjush on 22nd April 2012. 

 Wedding wishes to the newly married couple. 

• Prayers 

Nitheesh of IPSR Kottayam branch has met with an accident and now he is hospitalized. Let us pray for him and wish him a speedy recovery. 

•  Newbies 

Dhanya Ramachanran has joined at the IPSR Kottayam branch in the Software Training Division. She is a B.Tech Graduate from College Of Engineering, Adoor and is a native of Changanacherry. She is OCPJP Certified. 

Jiji Sosamma Mathew has joined at the IPSR Kottayam branch in the Software Training Division. She is a B.Tech holder from Mount Zion College of Engineering, Kadamanitta and is a native of Kumbanad. 

Neethu Soman has also joined the same branch in the same department. She is also a B.Tech Graduate from Mount Zion College of Engineering, Kadamanitta. She is a native of Chegannur. 

Welcome all to the IPSR family!!!

WEEK IN BRIEF, April 16-21, 2012

• Thought for the Week

Destiny is not a matter of chance, it is a matter of choice; it is not a thing to be waited for, it is a thing to be achieved – William Jennings Bryen

• Training Department – Another jewel in its crown

Our Training department has been successful in making a tie-up with Bishop Speechly College for Advanced Studies, Kottayam for the BCA students. We already have tie-ups with MA College, Ramapuram and BVM College, Cherpunkal.  This achievement was made possible by the effort of Mr. Arjun, Dy. Manager, Training and Corporate Services.

Congratulations and let our Training Department achieve many more tie-ups with the colleges.

• Baby Boy

A baby boy was born to Bibin James, System Administrator and Jisha Joseph, Senior Consultant – Technical Services. Both are the members of the IPSR Kottayam Branch.

Congratulations to them.

WEEK IN BRIEF, APRIL 9-14,2012

• Thought for the week

Genius is 1% inspiration, 99% perspiration – Thomas Edison

• Induction Programme 

One day Induction programme was held on 11/04/2012 at the Kottayam branch for the newly joined staff. There were 22 participants in the programme. The morning session was presided by Mr. Krishnaraj, PRO and he gave a class on “How to stay Positive in a tough Work Environment” . The afternoon session was presided by Dr. Mendus Jacob, MD & CEO and talked about the company in general.
Here are some feedbacks from the participants.

 Jishnu, Junior Consultant
                                                                                                                                                                

“It was a well benefited day in my life to have an induction class. I personally felt being welcome to the firm and also helped to meet my colleagues in IPSR. It helped me to learn in depth about the company and also the company benefits. We had an exciting conversation with the MD, Dr. Mendus Jacob. Sharing our own achievements and achievements of IPSR gave me a positive energy”.

 Rejitha, Senior Consultant
 

“Induction programme was very fruitful and result oriented. It helped to understand how to behave in negative circumstances. It was very helpful to improve the personality and also helped to know how to be a part of the organizational growth. As participants shared their experiences and achievements, we were able to know each other more.

 

Aiswarya Chandran, Junior Consultant

“The meeting was informative. It gives an opportunity to know more about the company and also helps to develop our character”.

• One more placement 

 Here is good news for ITFS. Another student of ITFS has got placement. Rajeesh R of Kochi South branch is the one who recently got placed in HCL. He is RHCE certified.


Congrats to him and to the career center for the best effort in making him placed.

•   Wedding bells ringing!!

 Nisha Annie Eapen, Asst HR Manager of IPSR Kottayam branch got married to Jaison on 09/04/2012.

Hearty Congratulations to the Wedded Couple !!!

WEEK IN BRIEF; APRIL 2-7, 2012

•  Thought for the week

 The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today – H Jackson Brown, Jr

•  ITFS Placement

We are happy to announce Anusree S of our ITFS student has got placement in Vanilla Networks, Ernakulam through IPSR career center. She is RHCE certified and also completed her PHP course.

Congratulations to her and best wishes for her future job.

•  New Entrants

Abdul Malik has joined the Software Training division of the IPSR Kochi South branch. He is a BTech graduate in CS from MES College of Engineering. He has nearly 4 years of experience in System Assembling and T Shooting. He participated in the State level Athletics for 4 years.

Vishnupriya S has also joined the Software Training division of the same branch. She is a MCA graduate from Marian College, Kuttikanam. She did her academic project at Edappally branch.

Welcome both of you to the IPSR Family!!

WEEK IN BRIEF, 26-31 MARCH, 2012

•  Thought for the Week
  “An ounce of practice is worth more than tons of teaching “– Mahatma Gandhi

• Jyotsna Music

Another golden feather in the crown of the Web Development team. Our Web development team has developed an excellent CMS website for Jyotsna, the famous playback singer in Malayalam Cinema Industry. It’s a great honour for IPSR to have eminent persons like Jyotsna to be one of our clients. All are welcome to visit the site http://jyotsnamusic.org  

                        

A great applause to our Web team and let it be continued in their future endeavors too…

• Farewell

Justin George, Manager of Technical Services of IPSR South branch has also certified RHCVA and is now relocating to Canada for futher chapter in his life and career. We are delighted to have him in the IPSR team for the past 8 years.

Good luck and hearty wishes from IPSR family.

• IPSR Newbies

Aiswarya Chandran K.T has joined the Software Training division in the IPSR Edappally branch. She is a MCA holder and a native of Calicut.
  
Welcome to the IPSR Family.

WEEK IN BRIEF, 19-25 March, 2012

• Thought for the week

“A dream doesn’t become a reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hardwork” – Colin Powell, Former US Secretary of State.

• Two more new members to the MCTS group

Sudheep E.I of the IPSR Calicut branch has got MCTS certification in Web Application Development. He is the team leader of the Technical Services of Software team at our Calicut branch.

Ranya N.P, the consultant of Technical Services of the same branch has also certified MCTS in Web Application Development.

• Recruitment Drive
  
  
  Our career center conducted a mega recruitment drive for Envestnet, Trivandrum for B.Com / M.Com / MBA Finance candidates on 21/03/2012 at YMCA Hall, Trivandrum. Around 150 candidates participated in that drive. Selection procedures are going on.
  
  
  
  Let our career center widen its activities and conduct more recruitment drives and open the door to many more jobseekers. Well done to all the team members.

• RHCA
  
  
  RHCA is the capstone certification in Linux and it consists of four-advanced 400-level Enterprise Architect modules and an upper-level security course (RHS333). Two modules of RHCA  has been successfully completed at our Edappally branch. Rh 442 Red Hat Enterprise System Monitoring and Performance Tuning and Rh 436 RedHat Enterprise Storage Management are the modules that have been completed. 5 candidates have completed training in RH 436 and in that 4 got certified. In RH 442 seven candidates have successfully completed training. Congratulations to all the members who worked behind it.

•  Engagement Wishes
  
  The engagement of Renya N.P, the Consultant of Technical Services of IPSR Calicut branch with Mr. Prasanth was on 25/03/2012. Her marriage will be on September 2012.
  Wishes to the newly engaged couple.

• Newcomer
  
  Sherin Sarah George has joined as HR Executive in the Kottayam Branch. She is a PG holder in MHRM from MA College, Ramapuram. She is the 1st rank holder in MHRM MG University examination. She has more than one year experience. She is a native of Kottayam.
  
  
  
  
  Welcome to the family of IPSR.