WBT Systems

JUNE 26, 2018

You finally got the budget to purchase a learning management system (LMS). Ask around for request for proposal (RFP) samples and send one of them to a dozen LMS vendors? You know the answer already if you read last week’s post : an LMS RFP is not the first step of the selection process, it’s the result of the first step.

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Training Orchestra

JANUARY 31, 2024

In this post: Learning & Development Trends to Watch Out for in 2024 Too Much Focus on Learning Management Systems as the Only Education Technology Why Investing in a TMS is critical for Training Business Growth What’s Next for 2024? This requires a commitment to continuous learning, rather than “one-and-done” training workshops.

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Petra Mayer

JULY 3, 2019

When clients talk to me about their Learning Management System (LMS) project , above all, they typically ask three priority questions as part of their LMS Feasibility Study : Is what we want available? In this article I will dive into these questions and how your LMS Feasibility Study will answer them. How much does it cost?

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Talented Learning

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Almost daily, new statistics highlight the need for effective skills training and professional development. In this environment, you’d think associations would be bursting at the seams with participants in member education programs. However, only 53% relied on their association for those educational experiences.

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Talented Learning

MARCH 4, 2021

In only 12 months, I’ve seen dozens of organizations “hit the wall” with their LMS when the pandemic suddenly forced them to go full-speed-ahead with online learning. Tools for marketing automation, customer relationship management, e-commerce, virtual training and more have been found lacking.

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Tony Karrer

OCTOBER 25, 2007

Continuing on from my earlier posts: LMS Selection Presentation Reformulated LMS Selection Team and Stakeholders LMS Selection Process From several comments and from looking at my list of issues, I realize that writing a good LMS RFP is challenging and it's easy to make lots of mistakes.

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Web Courseworks

FEBRUARY 10, 2016

Let’s get right down to brass tacks: I have a lot of experience dealing with LMS requests for proposals. (As CourseStage LMS is targeted to the association marketplace and corporations who train or educate adults that are not their employees.). Sign up here: LMS Selection: Mastering the Process, Avoiding the Pitfalls.

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Web Courseworks

FEBRUARY 10, 2016

Let’s get right down to brass tacks: I have a lot of experience dealing with LMS requests for proposals. (As CourseStage LMS is targeted to the association marketplace and corporations who train or educate adults that are not their employees.). Sign up here: LMS Selection: Mastering the Process, Avoiding the Pitfalls.

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Upside Learning

JULY 2, 2010

The good news first: the market is upbeat about LMS technology; in the recent past I have seen an increasing number of enquiries on LMS – which is good. The ‘not so bad’ news, something which made me think a little – in many RFPs I still find eLearning is a very small part of the requirements.

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Upside Learning

MAY 2, 2013

" As a learning solutions vendor, I’ve been asked this question countless times and have also encountered it in many an RFP. Proving the effectiveness of training and showing ROI is no walk in the park and still keeps L&D up at night. The rest is ‘unrealized value’ of training. Why is this happening?

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Talented Learning

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

Previously, we explored extended enterprise learning tech trends , and talked about how organizations can choose the best learning system for their needs. Today, let’s move to the next step – LMS implementation. Choosing an LMS isn’t the end. Here’s how… Ask Me Anything: About LMS Implementation.

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Talented Learning

MAY 29, 2018

LMS vendors, I owe you a post. But since the LMS market is on fire, you’ve probably been too busy to notice. In fact, we just completed two concurrent full-scale LMS selection projects — one for a corporate extended enterprise client and another for an international professional association.

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WBT Systems

JANUARY 3, 2017

Back at the office, this process is paralleled as the new year kick-starts strategic planning sessions to set goals for association management, covering everything from membership growth and retention to updating education and certification programs. New Year, New Goals, New Technology.

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WBT Systems

OCTOBER 11, 2016

Similarly, it’s usually at this time of year that associations and other organizations start to review their training requirements and inevitably their delivery of that training. It’s during this time of evaluation that the organization’s learning management system (LMS) can come under scrutiny.

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Talented Learning

APRIL 26, 2017

Let’s look first at what’s happening in today’s continuing education market and then let’s talk about factors you should consider when selecting a CEU-friendly LMS. Continuing education is training (formal or informal) designed to educate adults in skills or knowledge they need to excel in their vocation.

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Talented Learning

AUGUST 17, 2017

I bump into LinkedIn posts from learning professionals who are overwhelmed by LMS challenges. Often, these posts have 287 or more responses from LMS vendors, each claiming they offer the best solution, given the overwhelming evidence provided in the original 2-sentence help request. New LMS Realities. Roll the dice?

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Talented Learning

DECEMBER 7, 2016

It is not easy choosing the best LMS for 2016. LMS specialists of every size, shape and focus continue to enter the space with impressive new capabilities. In years past, the same dozen or so vendors competed for all the LMS market share. Finding the Best LMS in a Complex World. BEST ALL-PURPOSE EXTENDED ENTERPRISE LMS.

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Talented Learning

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

Making Sense of LMS License Models. Throughout the last month, I’ve reviewed 12 RFP responses for 3 different LMS business scenarios: association learning, commercial training and corporate channel/customer education. Preventing LMS License Model Misalignment. But what can LMS buyers do?

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Talented Learning

APRIL 18, 2017

Why does everything about the LMS market seem so complex? In this environment, no one can afford to make an LMS buying decision without understanding what’s “inside” a learning platform. The LMS Sandbox: Blessing or Curse? The LMS Sandbox: Blessing or Curse? 6) Request for Proposal (RFP).

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Talented Learning

DECEMBER 26, 2018

How do associations develop profitable learner-centered online education programs? And what business benefits should you expect when educating customers or others outside of your organization? How can organizations get started with gamification ? You may be ready for a specialized association learning system.

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ICS Learning

AUGUST 26, 2013

While many larger companies have already transitioned into e-Learning and embrace it as a vital component of their overall training efforts, many mid-size and smaller companies have been waiting on the sidelines observing how the technology, methods, and costs evolve. Content versus System. The SCORM Specification.

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Talented Learning

FEBRUARY 10, 2016

“How much does an LMS cost?” ” As an LMS research analyst and vendor selection consultant, I get a version of that question often from both LMS buyers and sellers. ” With over 650 LMS solutions in the world there is no universal LMS license model nor commonly accepted standard price ranges.

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Talented Learning

JANUARY 9, 2018

Welcome to our 4th annual LMS and learning systems “Trends” post! Among the more than 700 vendors participating in today’s LMS marketplace, we continue to see a wave of learning solutions designed to solve “niche” business challenges. What is a trend, anyway? And how much do trends matter? Not even close.

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Janet Clarey

MAY 26, 2011

Original at Bersin & Associates. We know from our LMS 2011 research that the LMS market is experiencing more fragmentation, specialization, and globalization. My briefing was on its Rollbook LMS with a sneak peak at something call GroupDock. They will host video courses (overcome the video issue organizations face).

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eLearning Blender

SEPTEMBER 29, 2007

Writing an RFP - What a Conundrum! All the articles say that a crucial part of the LMS selection process is writing a quality RFP, but nobody goes on to tell you how. In my own interest, I am going to attempt to answer the question of how to write a quality RFP. What is an RFP?: In my case, it is for an LMS.

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Talented Learning

DECEMBER 27, 2019

We hope you’ll find this “greatest hits” list useful as you frame next-steps in your organization’s learning strategy. He also looks at key trends revealed by this research and discusses the implications for learning organizations around the world. #2 2 Association Learning Tech Innovation: Reality vs. Hype.

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LearnUpon

DECEMBER 15, 2016

It is nearly 13 years since I started working in the LMS space. That time has been split between working on customized LMS implementations (about 8 years) and cloud-based LMS solutions during my time with LearnUpon. Reasons to choose a custom LMS. Pitfalls of a custom LMS solution. LMS Vendor QA. Bug Fixing.

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

Recently, eLearning Industry invited WBT Systems to contribute to the publication of a free eBook which addresses one of the biggest concerns faced by organizations – the complexity and difficulty of Learning Management System implementation. Do you need an LMS with responsive mobile design? How will you define your requirements?

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Association Learning Management System LMS Learning Management System eBook 40

eLearning 24-7

JUNE 26, 2023

Probably the least fun experience you will ever have when looking at or considering any type of learning system (LMS, LXP, EXP, Learning Platform, Craig’s Javalinas R US, etc.). Ditto if you want employee learning for retail operations and talk to a vendor who only works with associations. The Use Case. The vendor is Skill Jar.

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eLearning 24-7

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Do I need an authoring tool if I have a LMS? What is this training management thing I’ve heard about? The downside to training management products is the inability to upload any other 3rd party authoring tool or courses from an off the shelf vendor. Learning Management Systems. Web conferencing. Mobile learning platforms.

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Limestone Learning

MAY 1, 2017

Regardless of your industry, workplace role, or interest in training, you’ve probably noticed something about the general pace of change: It’s getting faster. The process has been used by companies in eight different industries, and every organization realized a one-year increase in employee engagement between four and 11 points.

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Talented Learning

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Recently, organizations have started seeing value in customer education programs – especially subscription-based software companies. As my CELab partner, Adam, and I see it, customer education is a part of all organizations. When I started, we had no training. They needed to streamline their RFP response process.

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LifterLMS

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

In this LMScast episode, Andy Whitaker explore the landscape of eLearning standards, focusing on SCORM, AICC, and XAPI for WordPress LMS. 2023 WordPress LMS Buyer’s Guide Exclusive Download ! Myself at LifterLMS and actually many of my competitors with other LMS solutions in WordPress. Andy Whitaker from Rustici Software.

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WBT Systems

MARCH 7, 2017

Many associations have, at some point, considered the benefits of choosing an open source LMS for delivering their education programs. This is especially true of associations that may be considering implementing an online learning platform for the first time, or those with a limited budget. Hidden Costs of an Open Source LMS.

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Talented Learning

JULY 13, 2017

See More Vendors in our LMS Directory. The Docebo LMS has come a long way since we first reviewed it in 2014. Here was my assessment at that time: Docebo is an excellent option for your first or second internal or extended enterprise LMS. Docebo has built a pure cloud LMS that now supports over 1200 customers. (By

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Talented Learning

AUGUST 1, 2018

In January, I outlined “ 18 LMS trends to watch in 2018.” Although the list isn’t exhaustive, it is based on my experience with hundreds of LMS solutions I track and dozens of recent purchasing opportunities I’ve managed. UPDATE: Some people say the LMS is dead. Specialists now rule the LMS world.

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Training Orchestra

JANUARY 10, 2022

Any organization opting for face-to-face and virtual training as part of their learning strategy will need to use training software of some description. Training software can meet all sorts of training requirements and be used in all sectors and use cases. What is training software?

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