10 Reasons Why You Should Invest In eLearning
eLearning can save businesses at least 50% when they replace traditional instructor-based training with eLearning, it also cuts down instruction time by up to 60%.
However, the one issue that prevents many organizations from making the leap to eLearning is the cost. Is online training really worth the investment? Are the benefits significant enough to warrant a chunk of your HR budget? For HR Managers who may still be on the fence about whether or not a corporate eLearning strategy will be good for their bottom line, here are some ideas in favour of online training that may help with your decision.
The use of mobile technology makes accessing training material even more efficient.
Reduced training costs
One of the most significant advantages of online corporate training is that it actually reduces training costs. There is no longer be a need for printed training materials or on-site facilitators, given that all of the information an employee will need can be found within the online training platform. While there may be an initial investment involved, the upkeep costs of an online training platform are minimal when compared to traditional face-to-face employee development. As eLearning becomes more popular in the employee-training sphere, the benefits of cloud-based Learning Management Systems become prevalent factors for the organisations that want to offer cost-effective and flexible training methods.Rapid deployment of content
Online training can be delivered quickly and conveniently, so that employees are able to acquire new information or skill sets almost immediately. Rather than having to wait for printed materials to be developed, and shared across your organisation's offices you can simply upload your materials and offer employees access to a wealth of information right away.Offers employees the opportunity to access information when they need it most
Online training also gives employees the chance to access important information or reference materials whenever and wherever they need it. For instance, if a member of staff needs to refresh their memory regarding how to carry out a customer refund, they can simply log into the LMS and click on the customer service module to find out about the various steps involved. This means that you can keep your employees informed and knowledgeable about company procedures, which results in improved customer satisfaction and/or improved business practices.Improved knowledge retention
When an employee is able to learn in an interactive and engaging setting, then this leads to improved knowledge and skill set retention. Giving them access to interactive, reality-based scenarios, games and assessments, this enables them to digest the information more effectively, which allows them to utilise the data they have learned when they venture into the working environment.Gives employees the opportunity to learn at their own pace
Employees who have access to asynchronous online training gain the ability to go at their own pace. They don't have to rush through the content that is being presented in a corporate classroom setting or move at the pace of their co-workers. They are given the opportunity to acquire and fully absorb what is being taught before they move on within the online training course.Eliminates the need for on-site instructors
Undoubtedly, one of the most notable benefits of online corporate training is that there is no longer a need for an on-site instructor. That means that you will no longer have to pay for travel and/or accommodations for the instructor(s) neither you will have to allocate valuable working hours for corporate class instruction.Quick and convenient training updates
Updates are simple and straightforward with online corporate training. If you update your company policies and need to inform your staff about the changes, then you can do so without having to rewrite manuals or printed reference guides. Simply add it to the LMS and make it mandatory for your staff to log in to learn about the new procedures or protocols. This will ensure that you stay up-to-date with important policies (such as those mandated by the government), and are always one step ahead of the competition. It's also important to note that this is particularly useful for new product or service launches.Immediate access to informative resources
Corporate eLearning gives your employees the chance to access resources quickly via the LMS. By including links to articles, documents and videos, you are supplying your staff with references and information that they can use to expand their knowledge base and fine-tune their skill sets.Boosts employee productivity
If you're wondering whether your online corporate training investment is worthwhile, then just consider how much it can boost your employee productivity. Staff members who are better trained, more knowledgeable about products and services and have acquired the knowledge they need to support their co-workers are going to be more efficient, and will even help to improve your business image and bottom line.Reduced employee turnover rates
Happy and well-informed employees are employees who are more likely to remain loyal to your organisation. By giving them access to round-the-clock online training and self-paced learning modules, they can further their professional goals and feel motivated to improve their on-the-job performance. They can also pinpoint areas they may need to work on and find out their core strengths, so that they are able to become better employees and more informed advocates for your brand.
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Original post by Christopher Pappas on www.elearningindustry.com/