One of the many trade-offs in L&D is whether to have instructional design (ID) centralized or localized. Sure, it can be outsourced, but you’re better off developing your proprietary materials in-house. (And, not developing anything generic that you can purchase.) While it may seem to make sense not to have... more
2020 is around the corner. Is your training program ready for the new year? If so, you’re not alone. Organizations have gotten more serious about making training a priority in the last few years and it appears that next year will be no exception. A pair of reports show that... more
Oh, Thanksgiving dinner. There’s something for everyone — turkey, mashed potatoes, veggies and – of course — pumpkin pie. It doesn’t matter if your guests are vegan, gluten-free, or have allergies. No matter their dietary needs, a good Thanksgiving dinner should offer something that meets their needs. It’s a lot like your company’s... more
The Automotive industry has undergone substantial changes in the past several years with the introduction of advanced robotics and other manufacturing technologies. Add to that ever-evolving safety and environmental regulations, on which workers require regular training to remain informed and compliant. As a result of these ongoing changes, the global... more
You’ve heard it for the past few years; we’ve entered the Experience Economy. Brand loyalty is now built primarily on the experiences a company delivers to consumers. They buy, re-buy, and recommend based on how the company makes them feel above all else. Today, customer experience is more powerful even... more
As the global economy rapidly changes, Australia’s manufacturing industry is evolving to remain competitive. The manufacturing sector in Australia contributes $100 billion in gross value to the national economy. Manufacturing organisations must, therefore, be innovative, adaptive and flexible, as a key part of this thriving economy. Sounding like an important... more
We at Litmos are leaping into fall with high energy and tons of momentum! To start the season off right, we were just named a Leader in G2’s Fall 2019 Corporate LMS Report. If you’re not familiar with G2’s reports, they’re based on user reviews and factors such as customer satisfaction and market presence (which... more
Click image to play video. When Girl Scouts San Diego (GSSD), was looking for a way to train its troop leaders, the organization faced a challenge: Girl Scout troop leaders are volunteers. Non-profit organizations face a unique set of training challenges, one of which is that many of their learners... more
A successful workplace training program should have custom-created content. After all, you need your employees to have knowledge specific to your organization and industry. You may have to develop training modules around the tools your employees use, the products or services you sell, and your specific company policies. But that... more
Did you know mental illness is now recognised as a leading cause for workplace absences, sick leave and long-term work incapacity? These absences and the mental illness affecting workers can have a large impact on workplace culture. This includes morale, productivity and the overall performance of an organisation. Integrating training... more
