Learning Management Systems (LMS)

I’ve noticed something when I talk to teams looking for a custom LMS: they rarely complain about missing features. They complain about friction. Completions still live in spreadsheets, certificates expire without warning, and “integration” often means an export no one fully trusts. If that sounds familiar, it’s not on you. Many LMS platforms are built...

Ever tried to brand an off-the-shelf learning platform only to realize it still screams someone else’s name? I once launched an online course, excited to build my brand until I logged in. My logo sat awkwardly next to the platform’s name, their colors clashed with my design, and every email to my learners came with...

Most training falls flat. There, I said it.  You open the LMS, click through some slides, guess a few quiz answers, and call it a day. No one remembers anything. No one cares. LMS gamification is how you flip that. Not with cute badges or fake points, but with mechanics that actually make people want...

Everyone who has ever tried creating an online course knows about Adobe Captivate. However, for those seeking an Adobe Captivate alternative, from virtual reality functionality to interactive videos, branched courses, and software simulations, there are compelling options that have also garnered much attention. Be that as it may, it comes with drawbacks: high subscription costs,...

Training in healthcare isn’t like any other field; teams need to stay compliant with HIPAA and OSHA, onboard staff quickly, and adapt to constantly shifting regulations. As one hospital director told me recently, “We don’t just need an LMS, we need a system that understands healthcare.” That insight stuck with me, so I dug deeper,...

I’ve seen this happen in every fast-growing organization: training works… until it doesn’t. What feels manageable at 200 employees becomes chaos at 2,000. You lose consistency, tracking breaks down, and critical knowledge starts living in pockets instead of systems. That’s why an enterprise learning management system isn’t just a learning tool. If you’re scaling, it...

In this fast-paced world of e-learning, staying up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements is essential to ensure your training methods remain effective, engaging and productive. That’s precisely why I decided to explore a few Tutor LMS alternatives. Tutor LMS is a popular platform that has served us well but might not fully align with...

Looking for the best Canvas LMS alternatives to build a robust learning management system? I’ve got you covered. Canvas LMS is a well-regarded platform, but it may not be suitable for every individual or organization. This necessitates users to find a superior tool. With that in mind, I tried many tools to create a detailed...

Searching for the best LMS for employee training? We can help you out. One of my passions as a training manager is to explore different employee training management systems and see what they have to offer that my current tools don’t. In this post, I share my insights on 11 employee training LMS I think...

Ensuring a safe work environment and complying with industry regulations is paramount for an organization. This is where a robust safety LMS comes into play, offering a comprehensive solution to deliver, manage, and track safety training programs effectively. As an eLearning professional who has seen the value of safety learning management systems, I am excited to...