L&D is no longer a support function—it’s a strategic necessity. By investing in modern, employee-centric training approaches, businesses can achieve sustainable success while empowering their greatest asset: their people.
A 2021 report by the Australian Bureau of Statistics found that nearly 75% of workers reported feeling overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information they had to manage at work.
Whether utilising LMS, LXPs, microlearning platforms, or video training software, investing in the most relevant tools for your organization is essential for shaping the future of workplace learning.
In discussing Accenture's investment in employee development, Raheem Shaik shared, “We have invested $1.1 billion in learning and professional growth, providing around 44 million hours of training. Our team holds over 370,000 credentials in cloud technologies and industry platforms.”
Workers are uncertain where to seek guidance, with only 46% confident their manager will help them through job changes, and just 46% believe company leadership is supporting them in adapting to workplace transformations.
Cathy Brand recommends using a blend of customer feedback, employee self-assessments, and performance metrics to identify gaps. She suggests conducting regular skill audits to highlight areas where the team might need improvement.