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. Benefits of Working with an LMS Consultant. LMS consultants have helped dozens, if not hundreds, of associations choose the best LMS for their needs.

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Association Learning Management System Association LMS Consulting LMS 44

Degreed

DECEMBER 7, 2023

So you’re looking to purchase a new learning technology. The “R” stands for “request,” The “F” for “for,” and the “x” most often for “proposal,” “quotation,” or “information.”) Prior to joining Degreed, Dan worked as a technology solutions consultant and manager, writing and reviewing numerous RFxs. “A Caution is too.

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Talented Learning

JULY 11, 2016

With almost 700 LMS vendors in the world, competition for every sales opportunity is fierce. years, I have leveraged that software sales experience as an independent LMS selection consultant. Along the way, I have seen more than 100 salespeople from multiple vendors compete to win legitimate business opportunities.

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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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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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Talented Learning

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

However, it’s not the instant slam-dunk that some vendors may want you to believe – especially for extended enterprise learning. To learning systems vendors, it suggests that you want to change the underlying software code. Regardless, a learning system must fit into your unique technology infrastructure.

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eLearningMind

MAY 10, 2022

The selected vendor is responsible for every aspect of training—from training needs analysis, development, and delivery to ongoing follow-up and re-training. In this approach, companies usually choose outside vendors to deliver a sub-task within their overall training strategy—such as eLearning development. Define your requirements.

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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. That’s why we founded Talented Learning, an independent research and consulting firm for learning technology buyers and sellers.

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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. Look at training as a business driver rather than a staff benefit, and L&D as a consultant who truly wants to help you improve your department’s performance. The conclusion?

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Adobe Captivate

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

In May, I partnered with a continuing education organization to offer a class on how to select a learning technology platform. The description is below: Has your organization asked you to select a new learning technology platform or learning management system? Click to Register. Are you feeling overwhelmed? You aren’t alone.

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LMS Learning Management System Free System 40

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. You’re going to need at least a budget range for the RFP. Documenting LMS requirements.

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Association Learning Management System Association LMS LMS RFP 44

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. Sadly, this happens all too often with software.

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LMS vendor eLearning Consultant Project 81

Trajectory IQ

DECEMBER 5, 2017

I thought it might be useful to try and break down the reasons why Ottawa keeps failing to understand how IT projects work and how to go about procuring the right Canadian vendor (tech speak for finding the right Canadian tech partner). They have an army of consultants that lobby procurement. It’s hilarious. The only difference?

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Innovation RFP Develop vendor 45

Talented Learning

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Talk with consultants who’ve helped other organizations retool their learning programs. 9) Let’s talk about technology. Associations of every size want to make the most of their investment in learning technology. Vetting every vendor is impractical. Before developing a plan, explore broader possibilities.

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Association LMS Association Learning Management System Association Education 92

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”.

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Sexual Harassment Training Harassment Training Diversity Training Authoring Tools 100

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. Top 3 Podcasts of 2018.

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Association Learning Management System Association LMS LMS Enterprise 73

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

Trajectory IQ

DECEMBER 5, 2017

I thought it might be useful to try and break down the reasons why Ottawa keeps failing to understand how IT projects work and how to go about procuring the right Canadian vendor (tech speak for finding the right Canadian tech partner). They have an army of consultants that lobby procurement. It’s hilarious. The only difference?

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Innovation RFP Develop vendor 40

Talented Learning

OCTOBER 8, 2019

If you’re familiar with Talented Learning, you know we’re fiercely independent consultants focused on one goal – to help you choose the best extended enterprise LMS for your needs. But if you need direct guidance at any point, feel free to contact me to request a preliminary phone consultation at your convenience.

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Talented Learning

AUGUST 1, 2016

In the last two weeks as an LMS selection consultant, I have been on the receiving end of 24 hours of live LMS demos from eight different vendors. The vendors were competing for two unique, extended enterprise LMS opportunities. Selling LMSs is very tough in 2016 because of the plenitude and parity of vendor options.

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Association LMS Association Learning Management System LMS vendor 75

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. How can you navigate the field of 700+ LMS vendors? As an LMS analyst and consultant, I hear that question all the time.

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LMS Enterprise vendor eLearning Consultant 71

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. They’ve hit a wall with features that don’t accomplish what a vendor promised. LMS vendors have vastly different licensing models.

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Trust Association Learning Management System Association LMS LMS 63

Talented Learning

MARCH 4, 2020

For instance: Sometimes a buyer seeks technology that is complementary or superior to its own. 2) Broader Reach : The combined customer base will drive stronger content, support, systems integration and technology partnerships around the globe. When to issue an RFP (or not). In other cases, a purchase can eliminate competition.

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Saba Cornerstone LMS Custom 98

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. 6) Request for Proposal (RFP). 3) Discovery.

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Association Learning Management System Association LMS LMS vendor 80

Talented Learning

MAY 14, 2020

The realities of 2020 have accelerated their transformation at every stage of the learning systems life cycle from business case, requirements definition, RFP, contracting, deployment, content development, improvement – everything. In 2020 there are many different types of LMS solutions and hundreds of competing vendors. Integration.

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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. 3) Functional Gap.

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Association LMS Association Learning Management System Diversity Training Compliance Training 85

Kapp Notes

DECEMBER 1, 2007

Twice a year corporate professionals from the fields of instructional technology, e-learning, and instructional design arrive in tiny Bloomsburg Pennsylvania to evaluate students in a our instructional technology graduate program. This year, the RFP was focused on the topic of creating a certification program for sales representatives.

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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. But what do innovative technologies mean for continuing education providers operating in the real world? Top 3 Podcasts of 2019.

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Association Learning Management System Authoring Tools Association LMS Enterprise 52

WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

To ensure clarity of communication, it is a good idea to nominate one person to be the main contact for the LMS vendor, such as a project manager. To ensure clarity of communication, it is a good idea to nominate one or two people to be the main contacts for the LMS and other vendors. How will you define your requirements?

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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. In each case, we asked vendors for pricing tailored to the client’s unique usage patterns. Rely upon license model alignment as a vendor qualifier.

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TalentLMS

MAY 27, 2015

Ryan holds a Master’s degree in Learning Sciences and Technology from the University of Sydney. Her background is in corporate learning and development where she worked on various learning technology platform implementations, technical training, curriculum development and instructional design. Follow him on Twitter, at @ryantracey 4.

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eLearning Consultant Corporate eLearning eLearning Strategy eLearning Guild 40

LearnUpon

DECEMBER 15, 2016

I’ve seen these scenarios and sometimes when I read through a set of requirements or an RFP I am the first to say “This company needs a custom build, no LMS will do all of this off the shelf”. LMS Vendor QA. Your organization is looking to implement a platform that covers lots more than just online learning. Requirements workshops.

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Association Learning Management System LMS Association LMS Solution 40

eLearning 24-7

DECEMBER 1, 2014

Countries showing off their latest e-learning (often under the words – distance learning , which should be booted as a term), and vendors showing their products, making their pitches and eating their food in their booth. I have to question that as a HE feature, although many vendors include it. And if you do, you lost points.

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Report Association LMS Association Learning Management System LMS 75

Talented Learning

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

EPISODE 19 – TOPIC SUMMARY AND GUEST: On our previous episode , we talked about the increasing popularity of customer success programs among high-growth companies – especially software-as-a-service (SaaS) vendors. They needed to streamline their RFP response process. But what role does customer education play in this process?

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Talented Learning

MARCH 25, 2020

Throw out your learning technology playbook. Below are tips and action items from three different viewpoints: 1) Tips for Learning Systems Vendors and Consultants. 1) Tips For Learning Systems Vendors and Consultants. Are you in the learning technology or content business ? Congratulations. But no more.

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Virtual Classroom Diversity Training Association Learning Management System Virtual World 88

Docebo

AUGUST 12, 2020

Depending on your use case, you may also want to consult your people in Partner Enablement , Customer Enablement , and Sales Enablement. These will give you a good roadmap for where you want to head, and help you decide whether the LMS vendors you’re considering can get you there. What are your learning needs? Blended learning.

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Talented Learning

AUGUST 1, 2018

” That’s a lot of moving pieces, but it’s also a fair indicator of today’s complex and fluid learning technology landscape. Here’s my latest snapshot from the front lines of the learning technology space: LMS Trends Update. In January, I outlined “ 18 LMS trends to watch in 2018.”

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