authorised training centre for New Hampshire-based RealWorld Corporation, which is a leading developer of accounting and business software.

A spokesman for NADS said: "To address the increasing demands by users for training, RealWorld Corporation has established a network of authorised training centres (ATCs).

"These ATCs will be staffed with people trained by RealWorld who will have the knowledge and the materials that enable them to provide quality training to RealWorld software users.

"In addition to an extensive training programme, NADS was required to meet specific qualifications concerning their facilities and training on and knowledge of RealWorld software.

"As part of their licensing agreement with RealWorld, NADS has been given an exclusive territory covering the Island.'' Ms Reed Hazen, RealWorld's vice president of customer services, said: "The key to a good network of training centres is to ensure the quality of what is being delivered.

"This is being accomplished with the stiff requirements these ATCs must meet.

We feel it will benefit both the customer and the authorised training centre.''