A Learning Management System (LMS) is a software application or Web-based technology used to plan, implement, and assess all learning events within a training organization. Typically, this will include all instructor-led, online, virtual classroom and proprietary courses. An LMS automates the cumbersome process of learner enrollment, registration, records, transcripts, schedules, reports and other advanced administrative tasks. Organizations may also choose to deploy a Learning Content Management System (LCMS) in conjunction with their LMS. An LCMS allows organizations to create, publish and manage course content.

The purpose of an LMS is to accelerate learning and improve human capital across the organization by providing a systematic approach to managing learning programs, assessing performance and improving operational efficiency. Companies know that their knowledge-based human capital is what gives them the edge in any marketplace. Based on this, they are now looking toward their training departments to play a more strategic role in their organization.

The benefits of implementing a Learning Management System (LMS) are clear!

• Reduce the Costs of Training Operations
• Eliminate Training Resource Duplication & Redundancy, Time, Labor
• Minimize Learning Expenses
• Extend Resources Across the Enterprise, Eliminate Existing Barriers, Reduce Travel, Time away from the Office, Record Keeping
• Leverage Educational Information to Your Customer Base
• Deliver & Manage Mission Critical Training, Increase Your Ability to Touch Your Customers
• Empower Your Customers, Partners & Employees
• Gather Critical Employee Training Data, On-Line Access, Registrations, Payment and Reporting