Unlocking the full potential of their employees is a top priority for many organisations that see how L&D can make a difference in business development. So, what are some of the most recent trends in HR and L&D practices and what can they tell us about the future development of the industry?

The latest industry survey “Milestones for Learning Organisations – 2017 L&D Trends”, conducted as part of the preparation for MERIT Summit 2018, analyses the insights of Human Resources (HR) and Learning and Development (L&D) directors and strategists from companies across Europe. The survey  report aims to provide a basis for reflection and stimulating discussions during the conference sessions that will boost the effectiveness and impact of corporate learning.

Key 2017 survey report take-aways

• Analysis of the perceptions of senior HR and L&D decision makers of large, medium and small European companies on the key factors that affect the success of corporate learning strategies and practices.
• Assessment of the level of performance of companies across Europe on the key L&D factors and highlights of the major areas of improvement in corporate L&D practices.
• Findings of how L&D performance and organisational agility differ based on companies’ geographic location and number of employees.

The New Era of Corporate Learning

Despite the many different research approaches that can be applied, the common line of thought among recent reports on L&D practices is the idea that there is still room for improvement. A healthy dose of critical thinking is always necessary and even more so now that we have entered a new era of technological and AI-based solutions which are changing the face of education.

“Organisations need to breathe. Instead of stewing in their own suites they should be open to learning and looking outside. Learning the clever way is making learning relevant to your business,” challenges Richard Howell, International HR / OD (Change) Leader and co-creator of the survey.

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To receieve your free copy of the full “Milestones for Learning Organisations: 2017 L&D Trends” report, stats and analyses, please contact S.Bahchevanska@adventgroup.net