Imparta has expanded in the US with the purchase of a sales organisation development business; Lisa Doyle from VPP joins Learning News to discuss the acquisition and the challenges sales teams face.
What will be hot in Learning and Development in the year ahead?
Pluralsight's AI Skills Report finds 90% of executives don't completely understand their teams' AI skills and proficiencies.
Interview with Kineo's new learning content product manager, Anthony Muller, on the challenge facing its content development teams.
5app, the learning platform that delivers rapid knowledge transfer, has announced the launch of 5app academies, a brand-new solution that drives learner engagement, ROI and business growth.
Cognota expands support for L&D Professionals with the launch of LearnOps 360™, a new go-to platform for L&D professionals seeking job opportunities. Developed by Cognota and The LearnOps Community, this platform aims to streamline the search for L&D jobs, making it easier than ever for professionals to find their next career move.
Share your experiences for iSpring's Corporate Training Research.
Marshall E-Learning Consultancy, a leading UK-based eLearning provider, is delighted to support Police Scotland’s win for ‘Learning and Development Programme of the Year 2023’ at this year’s Inspire Justice Awards.
Microsoft is to invest £2.5 billion in the UK over three years in AI infrastructure and skills; Chancellor welcomes investment in future growth and innovation.
Omniplex Learning's customer conference: a journey into the future of L&D.
A bite-sized news round up: L&D’s shift to business partner; Talent Health Index 2023; New virtual reality skills lab, London; Digital avatars for learning; Learning in the flow of work - 5app case study with Greystar; plus the headlines from Learning News.
The most significant issues and trends affecting learning will be explored on They Learn You Win
Training Journal, the longest-standing learning publication, at 58 years, has appointed Jo Cook as Editor.
Leadership and organizational learning expert Dr Nigel Paine says organizational learning needs a reboot. This series of webinars explores a new operating system for learning, one based on organizational learning.
Omniplex Learning, a leader in professional training and development, is proud to announce the launch of its highly anticipated Diploma in Instructional Design.
Today, Mind Tools for Business has published the third and final instalment of its 2023 Annual L&D Benchmark Report.
Cognota and LearnOps Community announce a groundbreaking series of workshops aimed at transforming Learning Operations. Running both in-person and virtually, the roadshow commences in January 2024. Participants will learn effective strategies for reinventing their L&D, network with industry experts, and gain access to the exclusive LearnOps platform.
PeopleFluent has received the Strategic Challenger designation in the Fosway 9-Grid™ for the third year in a row.
Speexx, the industry leader for digital people development, coaching, and language training, has been awarded the Worlddidac Award 2023 for its Speexx Coaching™ solution.
Roisin Woolnough, Insights Media, explores the value of thought leadership content in marketing.
LNTV, Nov 30: Alarming statistics from David James on upskilling and reskilling; Couzins and Paine on why the UK needs better managers; Thrive CLO, Helen Marshall explains why every organisation needs a CLO; a new 6-part series starts on Employee Experience Design; and Rob Clarke has the news.
The 13th edition of Speexx Exchange took place in Berlin and online on November 22, 2023 with the theme “Humanizing Work in an AI World.”
Participants at The Learning Network’s annual conference discuss priorities for workplace learning.
Four debates took place at Learning Network Connect 2023: Artificial Intelligence, Sustainability, Accessibility and Immersive Technologies.
Docebo has announced it is to appoint a new CEO after its founder, Claudio Erba, steps away and takes up the role of Chief Innovation Officer; Alessio Artuffo appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer. The company also announced it is to repurchase for cancellation up to $100 Million of its outstanding common shares.
At the HR + L&D Innovation and Tech Fest in Sydney, 15-16 November 2023, Kineo proudly initiates the soft launch of its groundbreaking Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) training suite.
Imparta is pleased to announce that it has been selected as one of Selling Power’s Top Virtual Sales Training Companies in 2023.
The session will share how learning effectively impacts guest experiences and overall franchisee performance.
Skillstech has become a billion dollar market, with no signs of slowing. So why has it become so important, and what do businesses need to understand about the skillstech landscape?
Speexx, the industry leader for digital people development, coaching, and language training, has shared details of its premium sponsor for the 13th edition of Speexx Exchange on November 22 at the InterContinental Hotel Berlin and online.
Thrive, the world's fastest-growing learning provider won two Gold and one Silver at the Learning Technologies Awards 2023. In partnership with Ann Summers, and Vodafone, they were recognised in the categories: Best Learning Platform Implementation, Best Use of Learning Data Analytics to Impact Learner and Business Performance and Learning Technologies Organisation of the Year.
The annual assessment of pay and working conditions in learning and development has opened and will report in the New Year.
OEB Annual Debate to Spotlight Controversial Topic: This House Believes that the Widespread Implementation of AI in Learning Will Do More Harm than Good".
The winners of the annual Learning Technologies Awards were announced at a glittering ceremony in London.
Schoox customers gain access to Lobster Ink’s award-winning learning library of over 2,500 lessons.
Learning Pool, the global provider of corporate learning solutions, has been chosen as one of eLearning Industry’s ‘Top eLearning Content Providers’ for the fifth year.
Thrive has been recognised as the 8th fastest-growing business and 1st fastest-growing technology and digital firm in the Midlands and East of England.
Highlights from CIPD’s Annual Conference and Exhibition in Manchester.
Michelle Parry-Slater and Nelson Sivalingham on what it takes to get business leaders on board with new learning initiatives.
Susannah Haan, CIPD and Laura Hicks, Open University, on environmental, social and governance priorities.
Laura Overton worked on CIPD's Learning at Work report and takes us through its implications for Learning & Development.
Nelson Sivalingham, CEO at HowNow, discusses the challenges and priorities in creating learning platforms.
Kirsty Wilson explains Jam Pan's aim to reach a new market of HR and learning practitioners at CIPD's annual conference in Manchester.
Paula Gibson explains how City and Guilds is meeting the learning challenges of an ageing workforce and new approaches needed by Gen Z.
November 2023. Valamis, a leading global leader in digital learning technologies and workforce development, is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with iAM Learning, a renowned destination for high-quality eLearning that captivates and engages learners.
High-performing cultures: What part do talent platforms play? Interview with David Perring, Fosway, on the 2023 Talent & People Success market report and 9-Grid.
In a world driven by the quest for a sustainable future, the learning industry's role in this paradigm shift has grown ever more significant. OEB 2023, slated to take place in Berlin from November 22 to 24, will step into the spotlight as a hub of intellectual discourse, offering a diverse array of presentations, dynamic panel discussions, and stimulating debates—all revolving around the pivotal theme of sustainability.
Fosway Group, Europe’s #1 HR industry analyst, has released its latest 9-Grid™ for Talent & People Success. The research shows that the market is resilient and forward looking, while still focused on continued AI-focused innovation across both Suites and Specialists, as well as experiencing an ongoing trend of consolidation.
Following a partnership announcement between Cognota and the ROI Institute, Cognota is unveiling the LearnOps ROI Advantage, cutting-edge new learning measurement features that generic project management tools don’t provide.
How AI tools can enhance and accelerate course creation; iSpring webinar Nov 14.
Valamis, a global leader in digital learning technologies and workforce development, is honoured to have been selected for the 2023 Top Training Companies™ lists for the Learning Management System (LMS) sector of the corporate learning and development (L&D) market.
This year's Speexx Exchange theme is “Humanizing Work in an AI World,” and will gather professionals from the world of people development, HR, L&D, and coaching in Berlin and online on November 22, 2023.
How L&D strategically aligns with business and the behaviours of high-performing teams; interview with Anna Barnett on Mind Tools’ annual L&D Benchmark Report.
Interview with David Gillham from the digital video authoring application, Colossyan.
20-year industry veteran to lead efforts in researching, applying, and educating the L&D sector on artificial intelligence.
The OEB Conference, slated for November 22-24 in Berlin, is set to culminate with a thought-provoking plenary session on Friday, November 24, which promises to delve deep into the transformative impact of emerging technologies, particularly generative AI, on the educational landscape.
Marshall E-Learning Consultancy, a leading UK-based eLearning provider, announces Empathy and Kindness at Work eLearning.
The survey explores the latest trends in L&D’s capability to measure learning’s impact. The resulting report will be published in early 2024.
HR vendors showing resistance to economic situation; HR suites countering disruption from specialists; vendors quick to introduce AI, corporates less so; interview with Sven Elbert, Fosway.
Mobile learning is picking up where e-learning left off. With e-learning, a new era of workplace training began. Businesses suddenly had access to training that learners could do at any place, at any time, and which was much more convenient for them. Well… as long as they had access to a computer.
15% decrease in new L&D job vacancies; more cautious approach to hiring decisions.
The funding will support the company's plan to scale its platform to different markets, hire new talent and expand its product suite.
OEB Learning Technologies Europe GmbH proudly presents OEB 2023, a pivotal event that continues its legacy as the annual nexus for leading educationalists and technologists worldwide. For over a quarter of a century, OEB has played a pivotal role in shaping opinions, fostering agency, and influencing the global educational agenda.
Mind Tools and Learning Pool join Learning News to discuss their content and AI collaboration, "AI Conversations", to help managers with difficult conversations.
The HR Summit aims to foster innovative thinking, share inspiring ideas, and promote community connections. The continuing mission is to curate an engaging programme featuring visionary keynote presentations, real-life case studies and interactive forums delivered by compelling speakers and expert moderators. To achieve this vision, the collaborators are chosen with great precision - seeking professionals who have deep expertise and hands-on experience, and can present cutting-edge insights that spark conversation.
The awards celebrate providers that demonstrate best practice and excellence in workplace learning and development, and Rise Up is shortlisted for two Learning Awards
Cornerstone report reveals UK employers are not meeting skills development needs; Interview with Mike Bollinger.
A bite-sized news round up: New direction for Thrive; Employment in L&D; Connect 2023 Preview; Sustainability marketing skills gap; Lumify Learn launches; Animated video with AI.
The session will discuss how the right experience engages new hires and promotes organizational culture.
Insights Media helps learning teams keep abreast of the latest research with new curated research service.
Vyond today announced the new release of its award-winning video creation platform. This release brings the power of generative AI inside Vyond, in existing workflows, where and when it is needed the most. Now, any video element imaginable is available at the click of a button.
Lumify Group’s parent company EdventureCo completes the acquisition of City Desktop Training to expand its offering in Adobe end user training.
The LPI (Learning and Performance Institute) is proud to announce the finalists for the 2024 LEARNING AWARDS, the learning sector’s annual celebration of outstanding achievement, best practice and excellence in workplace learning and performance.
LNTV, Oct 26: Mike Bollinger summarises Cornerstone's latest report into the health of talent; Robin Hoyle and Emma Stenman look at learning design and how organisations engage with people on L&D activities beyond learning interventions; Nigel looks at live online events with Clair Madeley; Stella Collins concludes her series on the brain and learning; and Rob Clarke has the news.
XR design lab to open in London at City University and projects with Five Guys and Neom.
The LPI, Talent and Leadership Club, and Future Talent Learning launch an innovative certified masterclass to empower learning and development leaders with cutting-edge strategies and peer networking.
Microsoft is aiming to equip 1 million people with the skills needed to thrive in the AI-enabled economy.
New research published by the training body Target Internet, in association with the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), reveals that core digital skills marketers rely on have improved but that the growing demands of new and evolving technologies are contributing to a skills gap across the majority of industries.
Sean Reddington, CEO of Thrive has been named one of The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders for 2023 supported by The Times.
ARuVR to share insight and practical insight into how Extended Reality is being used by enterprises to manifestly change the way training is delivered at this years’ LN Connect 23 conference, organised and hosted by The Learning Network.
New Cornerstone research reveals major uptick in demand for professional skills development and self-directed learning.
Learning Pool, the leading global provider of corporate learning solutions, is thrilled to have made the Training Industry list of the ‘Top 20 LMS Companies’ 2023 for the second year running.
Thrive has announced new investment, all-new product development and a whole new brand. Mark Ward joins Learning News to discuss the company’s new direction.
The accessibility of Gomo-created, outward-facing learning content has been evaluated in a new VPAT audit. The resultant report found that Gomo’s features conform to a wide array of success criteria, allowing users to understand the areas Gomo supports. This process has highlighted the platform’s many accessibility successes and given a clear sense of direction for Gomo’s onward commitment to providing technology that’s accessible to every learner.
Closing OEB 2023: A Reflective Conversation on The Future of Workplace Learning.
Today, Mind Tools for Business has published the second instalment of its 2023 Annual L&D Benchmark Report. The report explores the critical role of L&D in driving business transformation and its pivotal shift from “training provider” to “strategic business partner”.
Speexx, the industry leader for digital people development, is set to showcase Speexx Matchmaker™ at UNLEASH World Paris, the leading global HR technology conference and exhibition.
This October HRSE is poised to deliver its most comprehensive and engaging experience to date, spanning an exhilarating five-day schedule, with a masterclass, two conference and exhibition days, an awards ceremony and two days of dedicated certified workshops on key HR themes focused on the future of work.
Learning and development professionals employed in the healthcare sector say possibilities are endless for generative artificial intelligence and VR tools.
The Learning Technologies Autumn Forum will explore insights, tips, and strategies on software adoption, with Gaëlle Delmas-Watson, SyncSkills and Leena Randhawa, Omniplex Learning.
Rise Up has a longstanding strategic relationship with the LPI, and closely aligns its own mission with the commitment of the LPI for learning effectiveness.
Marshall E-Learning Consultancy, a leading UK-based eLearning provider, has announced a range of dynamic, accessible and engaging eLearning courses on Generative Artificial Intelligence.
Totara today announced that its owners have entered into a sale and purchase agreement with London headquartered growth equity investor Tenzing, under which Tenzing will acquire Totara group of companies. The operations and management of Totara will remain unchanged with Mark Ash continuing as Chief Executive Officer.
Mind Tools for Business has partnered with Dallas-based learning solutions provider Tractus, to deliver Mind Tools management and leadership learning tools and resources to SMBs in the US market.
OEB 2023, scheduled in Berlin from 22-24 November, is set to feature a pivotal session on "Spaced Learning." Guided by Shannon Tipton, the founder of Learning Rebels, the session aims to equip learning professionals with strategies to deliver effective training to an increasingly busy workforce. Through exploring the principles of spaced learning, attendees will gain insights to enhance training efficacy amidst tight schedules and diverse challenges.
The session will explore ways to best drive learning and engagement for desk-less staff in high-visibility customer-facing roles.
Steve Thompson, former Senior Director of Learning and Talent at Greystar and recently appointed Chief Learning Officer at 5app, joins Learning News to discuss Greystar’s award-winning learning academies.
The Learning Technologies Autumn Forum will explore why L&D teams need to focus their attention on the end user alongside the shiny new tool, with Helen Marshall and Mark Ward from Thrive and Andrew Jacobs, Llarn Learning.
L&D innovator among the first learning platforms to use AI-enabled skills data to optimize learning.
Interview with Gary Lipkowitz, Vyond and Leena Randhawa, Omniplex Learning.
At the Learning Technologies Autumn Forum Nigel Paine provides examples from industry of five organisations where L&D has moved into a strategic role, beyond just providing courses.
Speexx, the industry leader for digital people development, has appointed HR Tech and L&D Leader Dr. Jonas Vrany as Managing Director of the DACH region.
Learning Pool, the leading global provider of workplace learning solutions, today announced the launch of AI Conversations, a generative AI offering that allows employees to practice challenging workplace conversations with an AI-generated character. AI Conversations leverages OpenAI's GPT4 to provide users with convincing, conversational responses, but also detailed, personalized feedback to help them improve their communication and management skills. It's a breakthrough way for companies in any industry to ensure productive workplace conversations.
At the Learning Technologies Autumn Forum Teresa Rose, Myles Runham and David Perring will look at the realities of corporate learning and, looking beyond the hype, what organisations need to do to be successful in the year ahead.
OEB 2023 will host a conference session on European University Alliances, the emergence of Umbrella Universities and collaboration on standards.
At the Learning Technologies Autumn Forum Egle Vinauskaite and Donald H Taylor discuss AI in learning and development and how practitioners are finding ways to boost productivity and push boundaries.
Tom McDowall shares what's in store at Connect 2023, London 17 November.
For more than a decade, PeopleFluent Learning has consistently been named one of the world’s top learning management systems.
OEB 2023 to feature a live recording of the “Great Minds on Learning” Podcast.
Jon Lang and Gary Duffield from Lumify join Learning News to discuss IT training: the market, skills and business challenges.
Marshall launches a range of five advanced e-learning courses in diversity to empower organisations with the knowledge, resources and tools needed to drive impactful change.
Fastest growing modern-day learning management system, Thrive, has unveiled a new direction at its annual Thrive Live conference. The business, which has seen unparalleled successes since launching in 2019, will increase investment in the business three-fold as the business sets a new roadmap and milestones, a brand-new look, new content offering and innovation for the business.
2023 Fosway 9-Grid™ finds Cloud HR market bucks trend of recession expectations but the promise of artificial intelligence is yet to fully deliver.
5app, the learning platform that delivers rapid knowledge transfer, has today announced its placement on the Talented Learning 2023 Top 10 Learning Systems Watchlist.
Richard Barkey, Founder and CEO of Imparta, comments on Imparta's latest acquisition of VantagePoint Performance, the US-based sales training organisation.
Toronto-based Cognota has secured $5.5 million USD in Series A funding to fuel the growth of its operations software for corporate learning and development (L&D) teams.
A bite-sized news round up: Learning and development priorities in 2023 - the authors of three major reports join Learning News from Fosway, Mind Tools and CIPD; DEI - Getting businesses to care; What makes a great place to work? B Corp - changing business; Go1's acquisition of Blinkist; Selling to the C-Suite.
5app, the learning platform that delivers rapid knowledge transfer, has welcomed Steve Thompson, former Senior Director of Learning and Talent Development at Greystar, as its new Chief Learning Officer.
Fastest growing modern-day learning management system, Thrive Learning, is hosting its eagerly awaited annual customer-only conference on the 28th of September at The Science Museum in London. Headlining this year’s event will be AI Expert, Mo Gawdat, and top UK business leader, Baroness Karren Brady CBE, who will both share their experience working in the business, technology, well-being, and sports world.
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