Talented Learning

MAY 14, 2020

Prior to 2020, many associations relied heavily on in-person tradeshows, seminars and on-site training because they were historically popular offerings for both the association and the member. Many associations are discovering they are now behind their for-profit competitors. The Realities of 2020.

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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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Talented Learning

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

Is the LMS RFP a Necessary Evil? A Request for Proposal (RFP) is one of the most widely used yet controversial tools for learning management systems buyers. The LMS RFP has developed a bad reputation because it is easily misunderstood. In college, I even took a course on how to respond to learning technology RFPs.

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Paradiso

DECEMBER 16, 2022

An LMS RFP is a document that specifies a client’s requirements and asks potential suppliers or contractors for information. An RFP can also assist the client in ensuring that the project or contract fits their needs in terms of timeliness and budget. Your exact goals for using an LMS are spelled out in the RFP.

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Association Learning Management System LMS Learning Management System RFP 91

Talented Learning

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

In this environment, you’d think associations would be bursting at the seams with participants in member education programs. Not surprisingly, a 2018 survey of more than 1000 association members confirmed that career development is now the primary reason why most people join associations.

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Abila

OCTOBER 25, 2018

Associations may struggle to find the technology that’s right for them, in part because they’re unsure about what they need in an LMS. Develop and issue a request for proposal (RFP). Review and score responses to the RFP. In short, the process outlined by Tagoras is as follows: . Identify and clarify objectives.

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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. The list in this LMS RFP went on and on at this level.

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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? Another year means more exciting opportunities and trends for L&D.

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Web Courseworks

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

Talented Learning is a news, research and consulting organization dedicated to the advancement of all aspects of extended enterprise learning technology solutions. John helps organizations define their business case, identify requirements, short list vendors, write and manage the RFP and negotiate a great deal.

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Association Learning Management System LMS Association LMS Report 177

Association eLearning

AUGUST 16, 2013

I got to meet and make so many association friends as well as gain a lot of valuable information. I recall overhearing one association professional talk about how ASAE Annual is like going to church or temple – you already know what you need to be doing but conference is a nice reminder. Take advantage as millennials.”.

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eLearning 24-7

JULY 12, 2023

Let’s face it – RFI/RFP documents sent over to learning system vendors are massive tomes that confuse, challenge and even baffle some vendors. Then you have RFP/RFIs that lack substance. The fact of the matter is nobody loves creating RFP/RFIs. They can be 25 pages. 50 pages, even 100 pages or more.

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Templates Learning System System RFP 59

Web Courseworks

FEBRUARY 10, 2016

CourseStage LMS is targeted to the association marketplace and corporations who train or educate adults that are not their employees.). Attendees will leave the session with a clear understanding of how to lead their organization in choosing the right learning technology. Already sold? If not, here is a sneak preview.

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Web Courseworks

FEBRUARY 10, 2016

CourseStage LMS is targeted to the association marketplace and corporations who train or educate adults that are not their employees.). Attendees will leave the session with a clear understanding of how to lead their organization in choosing the right learning technology. Already sold? If not, here is a sneak preview.

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Association Learning Management System LMS Association LMS RFP 100

WBT Systems

JUNE 19, 2018

Before you even think about creating a request for proposal (RFP), you must spend time on the LMS requirements gathering and analysis process. This process—the discussions and decisions—is the most important part of any technology selection. Who’s involved in the LMS requirements process. Who’s involved in the LMS requirements process.

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Association Learning Management System Association LMS LMS RFP 44

Web Courseworks

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

Talented Learning is a news, research and consulting organization dedicated to the advancement of all aspects of extended enterprise learning technology solutions. John helps organizations define their business case, identify requirements, short list vendors, write and manage the RFP and negotiate a great deal.

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Association Learning Management System LMS Association LMS Report 100

Absorb LMS

APRIL 4, 2016

Apart from a two-year stint selling tropical fish at a local pet shop when I was 16, my entire career has been in learning technology. As an analyst a decade later, I wrote industry reports about learning management systems, authoring tools, and other technologies. So what features should you look for in your LMS?

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WBT Systems

MARCH 13, 2018

Or, to ensure you absolutely get the best LMS for your association, hire an LMS consultant to help you with requirements, selection, and implementation. LMS consultants have helped dozens, if not hundreds, of associations choose the best LMS for their needs. Consultants help you create a Request for Proposal (RFP).

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Association Learning Management System Association LMS Consulting LMS 44

Talented Learning

MARCH 4, 2021

During this timeframe, the pace of digital transformation has accelerated across the technology sphere – especially in learning. Corporations, associations, training companies, schools, colleges and even individual subject-matter experts have been racing to rethink business models and reinvent instructional content at its core.

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eLearningMind

MAY 10, 2022

All products, processes, and technologies related to that sub-task are then owned, implemented, and managed by the outsourcing vendor. Time: Do you have enough resources—people skills, technology, SME expertise—to finish the job on time? Create a Request for Proposals (RFP). Training technology changes.

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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. Clearly communicate strategic goals and associated linkages throughout the organization. And here’s Professor Brinkerhoff speaking at the Learning Technologies Show in London in 2013.

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eLearning 24-7

AUGUST 11, 2023

Learning tools – now referred to as learning technology. Remote learning a term I truly despise – and no surprise is refers to EdTech – which again, a lot of vendors content included think educational technology refers to corporate learning. Authoring tools. Web Conferencing solutions. It doesn’t.

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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

MAY 29, 2018

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. Then we recommend 4 highly qualified, matching vendors to evaluate in a formal RFP process. What should learning technology buyers do?

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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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Association Learning Management System LMS Classroom Compliance Training 227

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. Make” versus “Buy”. Choosing a Learning Management System.

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Talented Learning

OCTOBER 8, 2019

Recently, we helped association leaders answer that question with a special “LMS Buyers Companion” post, filled with free resources for continuing education providers. Which technology and business factors are shaping the extended enterprise LMS market? When to issue an RFP (or not). BLOG POSTS. Some love them.

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Learning Pool

MARCH 16, 2022

Understanding the full range of internal and external costs associated with purchasing a learning system is key to ensuring there aren’t any hidden surprises in the procurement process. Most systems will tick many of the boxes on an RFP document, however, how they do it will differ depending on their primary focus.

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Kapp Notes

OCTOBER 21, 2007

Tony Karrer over at eLearning Technology has a great idea, he is gathering resources for a presention he giving by asking readers to contribute resources. Alo, I encourage you, if you have any suggestions, please join in the discussion over at Tony's blog at eLearning Technology. Here are links to those articles.

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Talented Learning

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

Regardless, a learning system must fit into your unique technology infrastructure. That’s one reason why we clarify buyer requirements in a formal RFP. The Tier 2 team is included only at key milestones such as RFP evaluation, demonstrations and proof of concept review. When to issue an RFP (or not).

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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. iContracts acquired Educadium.

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Learning System Trends System Compliance Training 104

Talented Learning

APRIL 26, 2017

Thanks to a surge in learning technology innovation and greater demand for a workforce with proven professional skills , the business of selling continuing education units ( CEUs ) is growing bigger each day. What is Technology’s Role in Continuing Education? Continuing education is a big business. 4) Technical Disconnect.

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Web Courseworks

NOVEMBER 14, 2014

CIOs, CTOs, and other technology executives are often saddled with problems that their staff hasn’t demonstrated an ability to solve, either due to a lack of knowledge, resources, or drive. Lack of forthcoming solutions can limit the business’ bottom line, and it can even have a negative impact the careers of the technology leaders.

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Talented Learning

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Two years ago, we launched our podcast series, “ The Talented Learning Show “ for convenient access to one-on-one conversations with leading learning technology innovators and practitioners. 2 Association Learning Tech Innovation: Reality vs. Hype. Top 3 Podcasts of 2019. 1 Bridging the Learning Analytics Gap.

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Association Learning Management System Authoring Tools Association LMS Enterprise 52

Talented Learning

DECEMBER 7, 2016

That’s why we founded Talented Learning, an independent research and consulting firm for learning technology buyers and sellers. In parallel, we have helped dozens of learning technology buyers carefully define their unique requirements, and we’ve introduced them to vendors whose solutions address their business challenges.

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Talented Learning

AUGUST 1, 2016

The second buyer is a non-profit healthcare association providing continuing education to members and non-members. Increase of revenue from the sale of accredited content to healthcare organizations and individuals and global expansion of the association are the key drivers of the new LMS purchase. Don’t depend on client technology.

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

Your requirements list will help you to list the metrics by which you will measure the success of the technologies and resources you will use to deliver your program, and the suitability of different LMS platforms. There are some great resources out there to help you define your requirements and determine the scope of your project.

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Association Learning Management System LMS Learning Management System eBook 40

Talented Learning

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

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. One of the greatest mistakes learning technology buyers make is what I call LMS license model misalignment.

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