When shopping for an LMS or other learning technology, your first step should be thorough LMS research to familiarize yourself with vendors, features and functionalities. The LMS and learning platform market has seen explosive growth over the past decade, driven by constant evolution and specialization and now 1000 different vendor options exist. Without a doubt some are better for your specific needs than others.
This growth has led to a lot of innovation in adaptive learning, microlearning, virtual/hybrid learning, ecommerce, online learning, artificial intelligence, integrations and more. With so many new vendors, new use cases and new features, doing your research before getting going officially is a wise LMS selection decision.
Importance of Doing LMS Research
Don’t be in a hurry! Start your buying process with a solid foundation of knowledge, catch up to the market and set yourself up for success. Here are some key benefits:
- Learning from Case Studies: Reveals proven LMS solutions and competitive benchmarks through real-world examples
- Informed Decision-Making: Provides clarity on the LMS landscape, reducing the risk of poor choices
- Alignment with Business Needs: Identifies solutions tailored to specific goals, improving adoption and ROI
- Understanding Vendor Differentiators: Highlights vendor strengths to focus on the best fit
Are you in the research phase, or should be but don’t know where to start? Book a complimentary LMS consult with John Leh to get oriented quickly.
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- Case Study Directory – Discover real-world LMS examples and success stories
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- Hot Take LMS Reviews – Find out what John Leh thinks about 90+ leading LMS solutions
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- Custom Consulting – Strategic help and guidance when and how you need it
LMS Consult with John Leh
Are you in the market for your first LMS or considering replacing your current learning system? Overwhelmed by all the vendor choices that look similar? Not sure of where to start? Schedule a complimentary initial consultation with our Lead Analyst, John Leh, to discuss your learning system goals and get pointed in the right direction.
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