Breakthrough eLearning

JUNE 5, 2007

Two weeks ago, in a moment of weakness, I almost submitted a response to a request for proposals (RFP). However, I remembered an earlier vow that I had made to myself never to put myself and my colleagues through "RFP hell" again, was resolute, and I ignored the invitation. Here's my list of RFP pet peeves (in no particular order).

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Good To Great

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

I’m not suggesting that this is an RFP rulebook; it’s not even a list of recommendations. Although I did get positive feedback from the suppliers I sent my first RFP to, and likewise was very pleased with the standard of proposals I received back.) When preparing an RFP… First of all, be fair with the deadline.

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Acorn Labs

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

The two talk about why designing with a digital mindset enables you to scale your learning at speed, how you can empower stakeholders by thinking of learning data as a conversation with learners, and the important role digital learning plays in capability building. Data is just simply a conversation to help us do that.

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Digital Metrics Performance Support Performance 52

Acorn Labs

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

The two talk about why designing with a digital mindset enables you to scale your learning at speed, how you can empower stakeholders by thinking of learning data as a conversation with learners, and the important role digital learning plays in capability building. Data is just simply a conversation to help us do that.

Digital 52

Digital Metrics Performance Support Performance 52

eLearning 24-7

JUNE 26, 2023

The basics of any use case, is, to define at least at the very early stages, whether or not you qualify, for the conversation to continue. Criteria you can just see when you check out a demo or blast over an RFP (after you take a look at the demo, although way too many people do it the opposite way). That’s criteria.

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Learning System System vendor Association Learning Management System 63

eLearning 24-7

OCTOBER 25, 2018

The problem with asking random folks to recommend an LMS is that they have no idea on what specific functionality you need, nor your budget, nor your challenges or issues you are facing, nor your requirements, nor your training approach or L&D approach, nor your experience with e-learning. And many you can schedule a demo, send RFP, etc.

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LMS Metrics SumTotal RFP 69

Tony Karrer

APRIL 7, 2009

Introducing The Conversation Prism eLearning Trends 2007 and 2008 TechCrunch White Label Social Networking Platforms Chart How to Insert YouTube Videos in PowerPoint Presentations LinkedIn Tips and Tweaks: Do More with your LinkedIn Account Introduction to Wikis, Blogs, Social Bookmarking, Social Networking and RSS Corporate Policies on Web 2.0

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eLearning 24-7

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

There are still vendors who will show you everything, rather than asking up front what you want to see OR tailor it based on a previous conversation. Actually, I do blame: Vendors who still post RFP templates on their site – which by the way tend to be geared towards themselves. Demo Doomsday. No, just kidding. Just a guess here!

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RFP Compliance Training Association Learning Management System vendor 68

Talented Learning

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

7) How can our education programs appeal to younger members on a limited budget? If you already produce video or podcasts , you can go a step further with integrated pop-up questions or comment tools that encourage ongoing conversations with instructors and participants. We have a tight tech budget. Brand recognition.

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Association LMS Association Learning Management System Association Education 92

Talented Learning

DECEMBER 26, 2018

We also produce monthly webinars and podcasts featuring conversations with leading practitioners and innovators. 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. What budget parameters makes sense?

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Association Learning Management System Association LMS LMS Enterprise 73

Talented Learning

AUGUST 17, 2017

If your approach is methodical and coherent, it’s easy to get budget authorization. At this pre-budget stage, high-level pricing is good. If so, you are ready to take your case up the ladder for budget approval. What budget parameters makes sense? When and how to use an RFP (or not). Where should you start?

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Trust Association Learning Management System Association LMS LMS 63

Talented Learning

JANUARY 23, 2018

We’re thrilled to be part of this rapidly evolving conversation. In this post, I revisit a conversation I had with Lars Hyland, Chief Commercial Officer of Totara. What budget parameters makes sense? When and how to use an RFP (or not). 2017 was another banner year. Which topics attracted the most attention?

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LMS Enterprise vendor eLearning Consultant 71

eLearning 24-7

OCTOBER 26, 2014

Seek additional resources before just either blasting a RFP out to everyone or picking up the phone, because you saw their name. And let’s go back to that RFP for a second. I have always stated that before any call, at a minimum look at the vendor’s web site, go through the page(s) and see what you can extract.

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LMS vendor RFP e-learning vendor 71

Talented Learning

JULY 31, 2019

Your sales team recently crafted a strong proposal in response to an LMS RFP , and the buyer has given your company a thumbs up. For example: Update discovery findings – One of the biggest mistakes you can make is assuming that research from the RFP phase is still accurate in the demo phase. Congratulations!

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Software LMS vendor RFP 40

eLearning 24-7

NOVEMBER 18, 2013

I’d rather have someone whose sales are up even 25% over the previous quarter as a result of the courses, than showing me that you are saving me 10% in your budget – which is also a positive. along with my new updated LMS RFP for you to use and share. Sales drive business. Can you provide me some details?

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Issue Association Learning Management System LMS Association LMS 69

Web Courseworks

NOVEMBER 14, 2014

Finding the Right Hired Gun: A Conversation with Elaine Biech. What’s in an effective request for proposals (RFP) for a consulting project? In a good response to your RFP you should expect to see the following things: A clear understanding of your situation. How much should I budget for my total investment? An approach.

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Training Orchestra

OCTOBER 19, 2023

To bring Mr. Drucker into the conversation again, if there’s no proof that the training is working, why invest in training at all? Measuring L&D resources can span different subsets of metrics including the number of qualified subject matter experts, equipment used for training, and the budget to be used.

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Metrics Teams Develop Blended Learning 59

SweetRush

JULY 11, 2022

It depends on your company’s and learners’ specific needs and desired outcomes as well as your constraints, such as timeline, budget, and technology. Conversely, custom eLearning solutions do have a higher up-front cost, but over time that cost will go down. . So how do you decide which solution is best for you? .

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Compliance Training Custom eLearning Development Blended Learning Solution 69

learnWorlds

MARCH 30, 2022

Feature fatigue and the risk of overcomplicating RFP technology with features. Churn Conversion. Additional Content: The Conversation | CIL Management Consultants. Winners for the Top 25 Customer Success Influencer list in 2021 (By SuccessHacker). Additional Content: GainGrowRetain Directory – Brian Hartley.

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