Many L&D conversations are focused on making L&D easy for the learner, but what about the individuals who design, coordinate, and facilitate those learning experiences? When L&D professionals begin a new design process, they often think about ways they can improve efficiency, effectiveness, and ease of learning. Addressing these three... more
The business terrain is in a state of constant flux, and to remain competitive, organizations must be equally dynamic. A strategic investment in learning and development (L&D) can be the key to maintaining an edge. Learning can bolster productivity, foster innovation and enhance customer satisfaction. Technology is the linchpin of... more
It’s an oft-quoted saying in IT: 80 percent of customers only use 20 percent of the features in the software they’ve bought. This may sound like an exaggeration, but let’s do an experiment: how many of your phone’s features and pre-installed apps do you actually use? How many more would... more
A corporate learning management system, usually referred to as a “corporate LMS,” is a software platform that allows training professionals within a company to manage their learning and development program from one centralized place. Thanks to a corporate LMS, you can house, deliver, and track all your corporate training content,... more
If you have ever taken a workplace training, you have probably used a learning management system, or LMS without even knowing it! The definition of an LMS is nuanced, as an LMS can truly be whatever your organization makes of it, depending on the features you leverage and the audience your LMS serves.... more
What do most people think of when they hear “workplace learning”? Maybe taking time off work for some instructor-led skills training. Maybe flying out to a convention. Maybe sitting at their desk at a new job, working their way through compulsory onboarding modules in the LMS (learning management system). All... more
Did you know that 98 percent of large companies use a Learning Management System (LMS) to deliver their online training? Not far behind, 96 percent of midsize companies do so as well, according to TrainingMag.com. When it comes to corporate learning technologies, LMSs are nearly ubiquitous. Compared to podcasting, knowledge... more
The new year is well underway and you have big plans for your learning program. You want to stay on top of upskilling the workforce, increase the agility of your program, and grow your learning library. These are all great goals, but as we move into what might be a... more
When the new year starts, we’re used to hearing phrases like “out with the old, in with the new” or “new year, new me.” New things are better, right? And isn’t the new year the best time for revamping everything from your home to your team’s goals to your company’s... more
Learner experience is certainly not a new topic but it’s become increasingly important as the state of corporate training has changed. Learners have come to expect training to “do something” for them. It can’t just be another task to check off the list. It needs to add tangible value. For... more
