Access Requests and Guidance
Here you'll find information on FIPS access and other supporting guidance.
FIPS
FIPS is a cloud-based Microsoft product which will always have the latest features available providing best value for SDS and its customers. It requires an annual access fee for each user. The cost of the FIPS user access will be £276 excl. VAT (£23 per month) per user for the period 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026. This page will be updated with relevant invoicing dates in due course. Learning Providers are able to exchange a user account for a different user without additional charge in accordance with the terms and conditions for user access (as the total number of overall users will not be increasing) for change of staff by notifying SDS of the changes. This can be done using the FIPS User Additions and Amendments form linked below.
FIPS User Access Requests
The user request forms should be used to request accounts or make changes. Guidance is included in the forms - requests should be emailed to FIPS@sds.co.uk.
Accessing FIPS
Accessing FIPS for the first time? Use these guidance materials to complete the MFA (Multi-factor Authentication) and password setup on your account:
Access Issues - Passwords and & MFA Resets
If you have a FIPS account and are having trouble logging in, this guidance document can help. If you need a change to your account after following this guide, please use the form below to request this.
FIPS Contact Form
Submit your contact form here.