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

MAY 31, 2016

Not all learning management systems are equal. With over 600 LMS vendors providing solutions for a variety of education technology needs, from generic to niche solutions, open source to proprietary platforms – how can you be sure that you have the right learning solution for your association? Are Your Learners Frustrated?

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Association Learning Management System Association LMS Association LMS 56

Talented Learning

DECEMBER 14, 2017

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. Feedback from current and former employees of these vendors. Best Association LMS.

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Talented Learning

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

And this week the celebration continues, as we recognize excellence in our second category – continuing education systems. Specifically, today we focus on top learning and certification solutions used by trade and professional associations , mission-driven non-profits, commercial training providers, trade schools and subject matter experts.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 7, 2016

What is your LMS vendor serving up for your Professional Learners? But how can a good relationship with your LMS vendor help you to deliver the best quality education for your learners? But the best vendors will be able to go a step further.

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WBT Systems

DECEMBER 13, 2016

With just a couple of weeks to the end of the year and a huge variety of association learning solutions being showcased this week at ASAE Technology Conference 2016 , it’s a good time to look back at the association learning trends that were predicted for 2016 and see which of these are still relevant.

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Association Learning Management System Association LMS Association Predictions 40

Talented Learning

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

Innovation was stagnant and most vendor effort was invested in stealing customers from one another. The cloud enables new LMS vendors to create and support one product that all customers use providing economies of scale in research, customer support and required investment capital. The 2015 Talented Learning LMS Vendor Award Winners

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Association Learning Management System vendor Association LMS LMS 40

Talented Learning

AUGUST 29, 2018

In other words, I’m most interested in learning solutions designed for business customers and channel partners, association members, continuing education participants and the public-at-large. Of course, no vendor can innovate effectively in all areas at once, so each chooses matters most in its niche.

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eLearning 24-7

FEBRUARY 17, 2014

One of these vendors is listed in my top 50. Moodle - Whether you like it or not, the system still reigns supreme for free open source. With over 580 systems on the market, identifying the top systems are no easy task. The market is continuing to grow – with more systems – in the first two weeks of Feb.

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Talented Learning

DECEMBER 7, 2016

In years past, the same dozen or so vendors competed for all the LMS market share. Nearly every vendor earned its bread and butter by selling to employee-minded buyers in HR. We have spent the last three years meeting more than 125 vendors — learning who they are, what they do, why they are unique, and who their customers are.

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WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

For associations, getting started with online learning can feel the same way. Many associations considering offering online learning to their members start by providing webinars, or recorded conference sessions online. Ensure that your vendor provides flexible models and understands how associations operate.

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Talented Learning

MAY 22, 2019

I invite you to join Chad and me, as we compare notes about key technology trends and their implications for association software buyers. In particular, the center-of-gravity for association software has shifted from all-in-one AMS platforms to diverse ecosystems. And why do you specialize in association software?

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Talented Learning

JANUARY 12, 2016

We have spent the last two years interviewing hundreds of global learning technology professionals on both the vendor and practitioner sides of the fence. We discovered the current 2016 market is made up of 4 broad types of LMS including corporate, academic, continuing education and association LMSs. In 2016, it is not so simple.

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Predictions Association Learning Management System Association LMS Market 70

Talented Learning

JANUARY 8, 2020

But the industry’s unbridled expansion started to lose steam a couple of years ago, when vendors began seeking growth through acquisition. Despite ongoing consolidation, the learning systems market as a whole will continue to grow at a rapid pace. 3) Specialists and Cloud LMS Vendors Win the Extended Enterprise Race.

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WBT Systems

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Over the last few years, inbound marketing has become a key component of association marketing strategy. With inbound marketing, associations leverage content and online behavior tracking to develop and deepen relationships with prospective members and customers. The increasing use of CRM solutions by associations.

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WBT Systems

JANUARY 10, 2017

We’ve put together a quick summary of what the experts are saying about general trends for eLearning solutions and analysed how these might impact your association, so you can focus on innovating and developing your education programs in 2017. Trends Impacting Associations Right Now. So what do you need to know?

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Association Learning Management System Association LMS Association Trends 40

WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

As we pack and ship our materials, arrange meetings with partners, clients and associations, and put the finishing touches on our TopClass demos, we started thinking about our top technology strategy tips for getting the most out of the conference. Have you got a plan? Arrange Appointments to Dig Deeper. Know Your Requirements.

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WBT Systems

JULY 10, 2018

Pick an association website at random and read their About page. Associations have long been leaders in the lifelong learning business—which is why it’s so shocking to see how few associations support staff’s professional development, according to these survey results from Association Media & Publishing.

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WBT Systems

JANUARY 17, 2017

Increasingly, associations are adopting Learning Management Systems (LMS) to help simplify the administration and delivery of education and certification programs to a membership that is more geographically dispersed, increasingly busy, and dealing with a changing economy which can make it more difficult to attend meetings and conferences in person.

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WBT Systems

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

What are the essential functions of a Learning Management System for Associations? With so many options out there, and every vendor keen to advertise their platform with the latest bells and whistles or the ”prettiest” interface, how do you make sure that your LMS performs the way your organization needs it to?

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Association Learning Management System LMS Learning Management System Association LMS 40

WBT Systems

AUGUST 2, 2016

With less than two weeks to the ASAE Annual Meeting and Expo 2016 , the largest event for Associations each year, we are putting in place our final preparations to exhibit at Booth #515. There will be over 400 companies offering technology solutions and a multitude of other business and hospitality services to associations. 10:15 a.m.–1:45

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Talented Learning

DECEMBER 28, 2016

Are any LMS vendors on that list? If you’ve been ignoring LMS vendor blogs, it’s time to take a closer look. I’m not an LMS vendor. For smart vendors, a blog is not another way to manipulate you with product marketing messages or achieve keyword dominance in search engines. 75 LMS Vendor Profiles.

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Compliance Training Learning Technologies Blogging Technology 77

eLearning 24-7

JUNE 2, 2014

Breakdowns of each system including latest new features and quick take. Listing of top three systems in the following verticals – Banking/Finance, Manufacturing, Association, Education K-12, Higher Education, B2B. Listing of top five systems that I see as NextGen systems. Q: How many systems were considered?

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Association Learning Management System LMS Report Association LMS 78

Talented Learning

AUGUST 1, 2018

This new “specialist” technology landscape benefits LMS customers and vendors, alike. LMS vendors aren’t just talking about what’s possible – they’re delivering. Organizations are making purchasing decisions based on boldly redefined expectations, and LMS are vendors rising to those expectations.

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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. How will you define your requirements?

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Association Learning Management System LMS Learning Management System eBook 40

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. Benefits of Working with an LMS Consultant. Consultants are business analysts.

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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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WBT Systems

JULY 17, 2018

If the roadmap isn’t providing the information you seek, ask the vendor specifically about their plans to add new features and functionality, especially the ones in your LMS requirements. There’s only one way to find out: talk to the vendor’s clients. How well has the vendor been in keeping their roadmap promises?

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eLearning 24-7

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

And yeah there are vendors who will taut that they are in X list or Y rankings and thus should be included. This isn’t a beauty contest, nor a pay for play (I NEVER accept that, nor play that game, nor do I accept any referral fees or whatever some vendors offer for recommending them). Even open source systems.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 3, 2018

As dysfunctional and frustrating as that old learning management system (LMS) is, your association still relies upon it. Maybe it wasn’t designed for associations in the first place. And, you’ll solve a huge challenge while positioning your association for the future. Vendor support. But you can’t, not yet anyways.

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WBT Systems

MARCH 6, 2018

When associations think about sponsorship opportunities, events usually come to mind first. However, by focusing only on in-person event sponsorships, you miss an opportunity to build stronger partnerships with industry vendors through online learning sponsorships. Think of sponsors as industry partners, not vendors.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 19, 2018

If you don’t get it right, you won’t create a useful RFP or select the best LMS for your association. Many organizations hire an association LMS consultant to help them with the LMS requirements and selection process. How do you see the new LMS helping your association achieve its strategic, educational, and business goals?

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Association Learning Management System Association LMS LMS RFP 44

WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

An iconic advantage helps your association build deeper member and customer loyalty and allows you to expand your online learning offerings. To capture and hold the attention of your target audience, your association’s eLearning brand must stand out from your competitors. It helps your association stand out in the marketplace.

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WBT Systems

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

Many associations put all their products, services, programs, and even committees through a sunset review process. Partners : Instructors, employers, vendors, policy-makers, or other organizations may be adversely affected by the sunsetting of the program. What to Do If Your Association’s Online Course Failed.

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WBT Systems

MAY 29, 2018

During the selection and implementation of a learning management system (LMS), you have many decisions to make. But one decision often takes associations by surprise: Should you host your eLearning catalog and eCommerce on your LMS or on your association management system (AMS)? Talk to your AMS and LMS vendors.

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Talented Learning

JANUARY 8, 2019

Our trends lists reflect how learning systems buyers are actually driving innovation with their dollars! Every day, we interview vendors to understand their product strategy, features and roadmap. Then we use that intelligence to help buyers define their requirements and evaluate qualified systems. REPLAY THE WEBINAR NOW!

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Enterprise Learning System Trends Market 43

Talented Learning

MARCH 30, 2017

As independent LMS analysts, for the past three years we have been tracking LMS gamification trends across multiple sectors — associations, academia and commercial training, as well as corporate learning. Some systems are built from the ground up with gamification at their core, while many offer only lightweight add-on features.

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