Especially in the wake of a global pandemic, in the past decade, the world has seen more change than ever. Not only is the rate of technological advancement more rapid than ever, but nearly every industry on planet Earth is in a state of evolution. In order to keep up with these industry changes, businesses must learn to adapt to the modern workforce. In fact, the most effective way to remain successful in today’s workforce is to prepare for the challenges of tomorrow.
The value of skills-based learning and development
Custom skills-based learning and development training is one of the top methods for keeping sharp in our ever-changing environment. Implementing these trainingsoffers several benefits to companies that invest in them, improving the lives of employees and their employers.
These programs can not only expand employee skills and knowledge bases, but they can also lead to improved bottom-line profits. Studies have shown that nearly 80 per cent of employees are more likely to stay with a company that offers continuous training. With a modern solution that caters to both employees and the well-being of the company as a whole, it is no wonder these trainings have become so popular.
Addressing leadership gaps
Despite the clear benefits, studies on the subject are still reporting that this is an area that needs improvement. Over 60 per cent of leaders report not feeling fully prepared to respond to new technology and talent challenges. Additionally, over 40 per cent of C-Suite leaders say that skills shortages hold back their ability to respond to change.
To remedy these shortcomings, many services are dedicating resources into helping companies and employees to stay competitive and agile. With these initiatives, it is possible for all modern businesses to reap the benefits of custom training.
Artificial intelligence is a tool that has heightened the experience of creating and using custom training programs. Hand in hand with existing technology, AI enriched learning solutions are driving human centred success through their many key benefits. First, they are custom-developed, meaning they are versatile and able to be tailored to the needs of every company and its employees. Market research is used to advise the creation of the trainings so they can remain relevant and up-to-date on any changes. Additionally, they offer benefits that extend beyond the conclusion of the course, fostering impactful takeaways long after the initial implementation.
These programs are also the highest-quality available on the market. This is largely due to the integration with the latest research, innovations, and best practices. The role of artificial intelligence also makes a difference, as it combines the most cutting edge technology with some of the industry’s leading experts. Because of this, custom trainings are also incredibly cost-effective. In fact, leading creators of these programs pledge to beat or match current market training pricing.
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The final key benefit to implementing custom training in the workplace is the speed at which they can be developed. Top providers are able to develop these courses rapidly, often in just a few weeks. Additionally, they are quick moving without sacrificing their proficiency in a variety of educational topics and focuses.
Ultimately, the results of implementing these trainings speak for themselves. They are able to produce measurable results and return on investment (ROI) data directly back to company executives. These solutions deliver tangible improvements in not only employee performance, but also business outcomes. They also come built with customisable metrics and reporting to track progress and ROI in the way that works best for each company.
Attracting top talent and eliminating skill gaps
Custom employee training also has been shown to attract top talent. Studies have shown that employees want to work at a company that consistently commits to developing their staff. Showing investment in professional development is a green flag that looks good to those looking to find a new position.
Taking part in learning and development training also eliminates skill gaps between employees. This way, employees can gain knowledge in a subject area while simultaneously deepening their expertise in areas they are familiar with. Additionally, there is less of a difference in skill and knowledge between levels, which fosters camaraderie and boosts community within the company.
Commitment to growth drives success
There is no limit to the growth of companies that continuously commit to the growth of their employees. For rapid staff development in the modern workforce, there is no better place to look than custom learning and development training.
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