Talented Learning

MAY 29, 2018

LMS vendors, I owe you a post. It’s hard to believe nearly two years have passed since I last shared tips for selling learning systems. Then we recommend 4 highly qualified, matching vendors to evaluate in a formal RFP process. Selling learning systems is never easy. What do I notice?

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Web Courseworks

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

John Leh runs a firm called Talented Learning and he is quite the talented guy when it comes to speaking about Extended Enterprise LMS. Talented Learning is a news, research and consulting organization dedicated to the advancement of all aspects of extended enterprise learning technology solutions.

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Talented Learning

DECEMBER 7, 2016

That’s because the learning management systems market has never been stronger or more diverse. Buyers see exciting ways to rethink their learning infrastructure, while incumbents are being challenged to up their game. In years past, the same dozen or so vendors competed for all the LMS market share.

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Talented Learning

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

A Request for Proposal (RFP) is one of the most widely used yet controversial tools for learning management systems buyers. RFPs help buyers get organized, formalize requirements, evaluate vendors logically, create a historical record and show vendors you are serious. Is the LMS RFP a Necessary Evil?

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TOPYX LMS

OCTOBER 2, 2015

TalentedLearning.com recently announced that TOPYX learning management system (LMS) made the Top 10 Association LMS Solutions in the World. Over 100 LMSs were reviewed to determine the top learning management solutions for associations of all sizes.

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Thinkdom

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Key Offerings: Custom digital learning content. Learning strategy development. Various learning platforms including LMS, LXP, and performance management software​. Collaboration Potential: End-to-end consultative service for multinational collaborations, focusing on engaging learners and achieving broader business goals.

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dVinci Interactive

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

Video Interview with John Leh, CEO and Lead Analyst, Talented Learning, LLC. After more than 20 years in the LMS industry, John Leh started Talented Learning, LLC as a news, research and consulting organization dedicated to all aspects of extended enterprise learning solutions. The Just Right Learning Management System.

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Talented Learning

JULY 16, 2019

As an independent learning tech consultant, I hear questions like that all the time. If you need advice about learning technology (especially for extended enterprise needs), submit your question here. 1) When does it make sense to hire a software selection consultant? In fact, nearly 1000 vendors are on our radar!

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Talented Learning

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

Learning management systems didn’t die. Corporate LMSs were invented almost 30 years ago to manage and report on the training and compliance of their employees and contractors. Innovation was stagnant and most vendor effort was invested in stealing customers from one another. Quick LMS History.

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Talented Learning

AUGUST 15, 2016

If you’re an association decision maker, how do you decide which learning technologies are the best fit for your particular needs? 1) Why invest in association learning technology ? 5) Which association-centered learning management systems are best ? . It’s not easy.

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Talented Learning

JANUARY 9, 2018

As fiercely independent learning technology analysts, we think a trend isn’t just a fleeting idea that comes and goes like fashion, or a social media hashtag. A trend should matter to any buyer, seller or user of learning technology who wants to make ongoing, intelligent and informed choices.

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Docebo

OCTOBER 18, 2016

This article can help you cut costs of Learning Management Systems and steer clear of surprises. In addition, ask for the input to determine what they need from the Learning Management System. Schedule A Meeting With Your LMS Vendor. They are the ones who know the system inside and out.

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Talented Learning

DECEMBER 14, 2017

The Talented Learning Awards are not a money-making affair for us. Vendors can’t buy their way onto these lists. In fact, there is no cost to participate and no way vendors can influence the outcome directly. We won’t even confirm if we’re considering a vendor for recognition. eLogic Learning.

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Talented Learning

JANUARY 15, 2018

On a regular basis, I’ll be interviewing some of the most knowledgeable professionals in the field of extended enterprise learning – vendor executives, consultants, customers and more. He is John Llamas, a Principal Consultant of Thought Leadership and Advisory Services at Cornerstone OnDemand.

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Talented Learning

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

As learning systems consultants , we’ve seen our share of organizations abandon LMS platforms that once seemed like ideal solutions. You’ve likely endured heated internal discussions, unwelcomed vendor surprises during demos and unforeseen contractual confusion. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

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Talented Learning

AUGUST 30, 2016

Not long ago, everyone who developed learning management systems wanted to be all things to all buyers of every size, location, industry, and training challenge. As an LMS selection consultant , I’ve had a front-row seat in the rapid shift toward specialization. Welcome to the Era of LMS Specialists. Not anymore.

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Talented Learning

JANUARY 23, 2018

When we started Talented Learning, there was no independent source of extended enterprise learning technology research, but we knew from experience that the need was real. What’s the fastest path between you and an LMS that will elevate your learning programs? How can you navigate the field of 700+ LMS vendors?

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Talented Learning

JANUARY 12, 2023

What learning solutions trends will shape 2023? Check these top 10 LMS and learning systems predictions from industry analyst and consultant, John Leh.

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Talented Learning

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

When we started Talented Learning nearly four years ago, our mission was to help clients find and use learning management systems that effectively support extended enterprise education. After all, the circumstances surrounding extended enterprise learning are vastly different from employee-related scenarios.

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Talented Learning

DECEMBER 26, 2018

Regular readers know that this blog isn’t the only way we share advice with learning technology buyers and sellers. This year we launched our new podcast series, “ The Talented Learning Show “ to showcase one-on-one conversations with experts from across the learning technology community.

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Talented Learning

JUNE 13, 2017

Our goal was to help learning technology buyers and sellers understand what this dynamic landscape means for their purchasing decisions and the future of organizational learning, itself. Vendor by vendor, we evaluated solutions — absorbing everything we could find on our own dime. We were right.

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Talented Learning

AUGUST 17, 2017

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. Many LMS owners are frustrated with the limitations of their current learning infrastructure. LMS vendors have vastly different licensing models.

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InsiderHub

JULY 31, 2014

Authoring tools typically allow you to create the content for courses or training programs and set them up in the correct format for delivery via a learning management system (LMS). A learning management system, while related, encompasses the entire online learning process (grading, post submission, etc.)

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Meridian

AUGUST 1, 2019

Reston, VA –August 1, 2019 – Meridian Knowledge Solutions today announced that Aragon Research has positioned the Meridian LMS as a Leader in the Aragon Research Globe for Corporate Learning, 2019. Aragon Research serves business and IT leaders and has a proven team of veteran analysts. For more information, visit [link].

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Talented Learning

MAY 3, 2017

Unlike those who think learning management systems (LMS) are largely irrelevant or are back office systems, I see tremendous value and potential everywhere I look. That’s because I’m focused on a much broader market opportunity for learning tech. As a result, the systems you see in the U.S.

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Talented Learning

AUGUST 29, 2018

As an independent learning systems consultant , I’m often asked to share my opinion about what’s happening in the LMS market. Last month, I published a mid-year learning technology trends update. Collectively, these choices advance the overall learning systems market.

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CLO Magazine

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

After getting a bachelor’s in communication and an MBA, I joined Andersen Consulting (now Accenture), learned Authorware (an early e-learning authoring tool) and how to write training guides … then was never staffed on a project where that was my role. Your favorite learning technology trend in 2019?

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Talented Learning

JULY 19, 2016

If you’ve been following the news and analysis from Talented Learning, you know that the thriving 2016 LMS market is comprised of almost 700 vendors, whose solutions can be grouped unequally and imperfectly into corporate, academic, association and continuing education type LMSs. LMS vendors aren’t complaining.

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Talented Learning

DECEMBER 4, 2019

To find out more about this podcast series or to see the full collection of episodes visit The Talented Learning Show main page. EPISODE 31 – TOPIC SUMMARY AND GUEST: The learning technology world moves so fast, it can be hard for practitioners to stay ahead of the curve. Open source learning systems are widely used.

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Elucidat

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Faced with budget cuts, reducing your learning technology costs may seem like a good idea. Find out why using a Learning Management System (LMS) alone won’t create the business results you need. Technology moves fast. But could limiting your tools also limit your impact? Staying in control .

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Talented Learning

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

.” Interestingly, some customer-oriented LMS vendors aren’t even on ChiefMartec’s radar yet!). Nevertheless, education is a critical factor in the customer experience equation, and marketers are eager to learn how to leverage customer education for better business results. So Many Possibilities, So Little Time.

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Talented Learning

APRIL 9, 2019

6) What does measurable learning look like? I’m working with one global organization that has implemented seven learning management systems. Three of these systems address customer learning. But here’s the catch – these systems aren’t even connected. Learning systems are now so much more than an LMS.

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eFront

FEBRUARY 26, 2014

A no-vendor lock approach was imperative for them as they would like to be able to customize the product in great depth. Contact us for a free demo consultation. eLearning Learning Tools learning management system Learning Technology LMS sumtotal' Why choose eFront.

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Talented Learning

DECEMBER 18, 2018

We suspected that most of the growth was coming from new solutions designed to address extended enterprise use cases that were largely overlooked by classic talent management providers. To test this theory, we began investigating LMS vendors, documenting their extended enterprise capabilities and client case studies in detail.

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Talented Learning

APRIL 18, 2017

To find the best learning technology fit , we must sort through various learning platform types, license models , functionality, integration capacity , implementation services (or lack of) and overall costs. 2) Vendor Identification. 5) Vendor Qualification. Why Sandboxes Keep Traditional LMS Vendors Up at Night.

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CLO Magazine

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

Machine learning is the underpinning for many common learning technologies, including learning management systems, MOOCs, data analytics and other tools; and many learning vendors have marked it firmly on their future road maps. Tags: machine learning , technology.

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Learnnovators

JANUARY 18, 2014

2013 was an exciting year for e-Learning professionals with many discussions around learning paradigms and technologies. We started the year with our own forecasts through ‘ Top 11 Disruptive e-Learning Technologies ’, many of which, when we look back, turned out to be accurate.

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