In our blog post last week, we looked at how information from 360 can be re-used and re-purpose to help pinpoint and focus Learning & Development resource.…

Want to re-purpose or re-use 360 degree feedback to go beyond individual development and inform other L&D activities such as defining group training needs? In this series of blogs we'll look at how to re-shape the information your get from your 360 review programme and get greater value from your investment. We still find that 360 is one of the most powerful, insightful and useful development tools that we have at our disposal as HR and L&D specialists and organisations invest a significant amount in getting the right tool, the right questions, supporting individuals in their personal development. But how can it be used beyond personal development?…

A standalone Learning Management System or LMS, is a great way to plan, implement, and track what training or learning is being done and by whom. It manages the progress and stores the completion. But is it enough? How do you decide what training or learning or development is needed by an individual in the first place? If you’re using a standalone LMS, how can you be sure that the content you are offering to specific people is actually what they need?…

What are the most important things to find out about a potential talent management software provider? At the recent CIPD HR Software Show, Luke Butcher, our Client Director, revealed what we see as some of the most important areas of questioning that HR and L&D decision-makers can use with their potential talent software providers to make sure they get the best fit between what their organisation needs - and what the software provider delivers.…