Aptara

APRIL 28, 2025

Whether augmenting internal teams or fully managing training operations, Aptara remains a trusted partner for performance-focused staffing solutions. Learn more at www.trainingindustry.com/rfp. For more information about Aptaras staffing and L&D support services, visit www.aptaracorp.com or contact us at moreinfo@aptaracorp.com.

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Resources Industry Companies RFP 52

Talented Learning

AUGUST 17, 2017

So, who can you trust to point you in the right direction? But it’s probably easier than you think if you trust a proven process — and even easier if I lend you an experienced, fiercely independent hand. When and how to use an RFP (or not). The post LMS Selection Roulette: Who Can You Trust? Interested?

Trust 63

Trust Association Learning Management System Association LMS LMS 63

Web Courseworks

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

John has been in the industry for 20 years, serving as a trusted adviser to more than 100 learning organizations, and has found his way into selling learning management systems. John helps organizations define their business case, identify requirements, short list vendors, write and manage the RFP and negotiate a great deal.

Association Learning Management System 100

Association Learning Management System LMS Association LMS Report 100

CLO Magazine

JULY 6, 2021

The importance of building trust, having one-on-one conversations and just doing the work of bringing leaders along on the journey cannot be overstated. Do your research and be judicious with who you engage in the RFP process. Spend time vetting the vendor before you invite them to the RFP party. Don’t leave any stone unturned.

Lesson 89

Lesson Learning Technologies Technology RFP 89

Talented Learning

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

Is the LMS RFP a Necessary Evil? A Request for Proposal (RFP) is one of the most widely used yet controversial tools for learning management systems buyers. The LMS RFP has developed a bad reputation because it is easily misunderstood. Clients expect me to help them avoid RFP missteps. What is an LMS RFP?

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RFP Association Learning Management System LMS Learning Technologies 40

eLearning 24-7

JANUARY 18, 2024

Stage Two Creating the RFP document These are the typical routes people go when creating the RFP (BTW, save time, use my template that said) Put in 90% that every vendor already has – but you are unaware. Write an RFP that is massive in size. Use Nobody loves or likes creating an RFP/RFI or whatever you do. It

Learning System 81

Learning System System RFP vendor 81

eLearning 24-7

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Enterprise and The RFP The RFP is the second step. That RFP should focus on the features you want, that you thought about, that go beyond the use case – which should have noted a percentage upfront – the dealbreakers you want. How much time do you want to spend on that RFP? I say, no, you shouldn’t. Remember

Enterprise 91

Enterprise Learning System System RFP 91

Paradiso

APRIL 7, 2017

Draft a good RFP (Request for Proposal). Next, download an RFP template! Yes, there is a proper format for an RFP! And trust us, ranking on search engines isn’t easy. We are giving some tips for you to choose the best Moodle service provider for your organization! Skip those and jump onto the next URLs.

Moodle 70

Moodle Services Providers RFP 70

eLearning 24-7

APRIL 21, 2014

Trust me when I say this, someone out there was the first to use Cornerstone OnDemand. If you are interested in seeing the basics, then check out my LMS RFP template. Trust me, in six hours you will wish you didn’t ask for extra mustard. . 2014 learning management system LMS LMS RFP selecting a LMS' If not, try it.

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LMS RFP Cornerstone OnDemand vendor 69

eLearning 24-7

JULY 12, 2023

Let’s face it – RFI/RFP documents sent over to learning system vendors are massive tomes that confuse, challenge and even baffle some vendors. Then you have RFP/RFIs that lack substance. The fact of the matter is nobody loves creating RFP/RFIs. Trust me; a lot are not familiar with certain terms.

Templates 66

Templates Learning System System RFP 66

Learning Pool

MARCH 13, 2020

This phase leads up to writing a Request for Proposal (RFP), which will help you decide on your supplier. It’s now just a case of sending out your RFP and waiting to see what comes back. The responses to your RFP are going to feature a variety of prices, but you’ve got to understand what you’re getting for your money.

Custom eLearning Development 60

Custom eLearning Development RFP Custom eLearning 60

eLearning 24-7

JULY 6, 2011

A friend of mine, got a RFP template from a LMS vendor’s web site. I am not a fan of grabbing RFP templates off of vendor’s web sites, only because if you read them in detail you will start to realize that for some of the questions, it is really geared toward that vendor’s product. Trust me, you will spend more time.

Association LMS 69

Association LMS Association Learning Management System LMS RFP 69

Talented Learning

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

That’s one reason why we clarify buyer requirements in a formal RFP. The Tier 2 team is included only at key milestones such as RFP evaluation, demonstrations and proof of concept review. Who should we trust? When to issue an RFP (or not). Unfortunately, vendor amnesia happens. REPLAY THE WEBINAR NOW!

Association Learning Management System 91

Association Learning Management System Association LMS LMS vendor 91

eLearning 24-7

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Not seeing the system beforehand, leads many times to this idea of an extensive RFP submission. A lot of people continue to just send out a lot of RFPs, without looking at the system first, then make their decision on the RFP. I use only one RFP. Did you go RFP first, rather than looking at the system first?

Learning System 64

Learning System System RFP vendor 64

eLearning 24-7

OCTOBER 25, 2018

Yet, as I have often noted, it is rarely pushed upon in an RFP, let alone a demo. You the consumer can use the support card as part of your RFP process, which I strongly recommend. . And many you can schedule a demo, send RFP, etc. And I ask it often when talking to vendors. Let them know you found them via FindAnLMS.

LMS 74

LMS Metrics SumTotal RFP 74

eLearning 24-7

AUGUST 17, 2022

In all seriousness, it should be a place to find what you need without surfing the internet, not knowing what to look for, what to read, and most importantly, what you can trust to be accurate. It can and should be, the place to go, just like your boss’s house, when you toss eggs at it (don’t toss eggs).

Library 80

Library Compliance Training Case Study vendor 80

Wahoo Learning

APRIL 28, 2023

First things first, work with your shortlist of LMS vendors to develop an RFP (request for proposal) document. For your organisation, certification offers end-users confidence and trust in your brand. The cost of the LMS Correct and comparable pricing cannot be provided unless you know your exact requirements.

Budget 89

Budget Program Strategy Develop 89

Training Industry

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

This is a wonderful way to have suppliers come in and present their capabilities prior to issuing an RFP. An RFP (request for proposal) is the most common document used in the sourcing selection process. An RFP (request for proposal) is the most common document used in the sourcing selection process.

Outsource 40

Outsource RFP Articulate Train 40

learnWorlds

MARCH 30, 2022

Feature fatigue and the risk of overcomplicating RFP technology with features. Trust, Neuroscience, and the Customer Experience with Ed Powers. Summary: Talk with Kristen about innovation and building trust with customers. They are the trusted advisor to the world’s leading businesses, governments, and institutions.

Expert 52

Expert Custom Education Social Networks 52

Cloudshare

JANUARY 8, 2020

While the salesperson’s role is to build relationships, develop trust, and ultimately, execute deals, the presales person’s role is to show a potential customer how a product or service solves a problem. Ability to contribute to the RFP process. Can be trusted to do the right thing for my company. Vertical industry knowledge.

Engineering 52

Engineering Sales Authoring Tools RFP 52

eLearning 24-7

JULY 21, 2015

Meet my friend, the RFP. If you are going to use an RFP, I recommend using the one I created for each and everyone. LMS RFP Template (click the link). Part of the problem with today’s RFPs, usually the ones created by folks, is that it contains too much stuff. Then if you must, send out the RFP. DON’T.

RFP 40

RFP LMS vendor Firewalls 40

WBT Systems

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

Think of “love at first sight”, where you are sitting in the conference room watching a series of LMS demos during your RFP process, and one comes along with a user interface that is just so “pretty” that it catches your eye, and you have just fallen in love at first sight. Stage Two: Becoming a Trusted Partner.

Association Learning Management System 58

Association Learning Management System TopClass LMS Association LMS 58

eLearning 24-7

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

I recommend you read my latest post on LinkedIn under my name – trust me you will find it very important. Trust me; you will see the moment that it stinks or is poor with Y compared to another vendor. Trust me, I know who does and doesn’t. What courses on soft skills are effective and which ones are not.

Learning System 92

Learning System System Metrics vendor 92

Training Industry

APRIL 15, 2015

We recommend a small team of seasoned business professionals you trust to be objective and clear about achieving the business results you need. You should never go to market with a request for proposal (RFP) without a clear vision of what you expect from a supplier and what you plan to do to help that supplier be successful.

Outsource 40

Outsource Assessment RFP Blended Learning 40

Training Industry

APRIL 15, 2015

We recommend a small team of seasoned business professionals you trust to be objective and clear about achieving the business results you need. You should never go to market with a request for proposal (RFP) without a clear vision of what you expect from a supplier and what you plan to do to help that supplier be successful.

Outsource 40

Outsource Assessment RFP Blended Learning 40

eLearning 24-7

DECEMBER 4, 2019

I understand you do not want to hurt other people’s feelings or you have been notified that you have to ask all these departments for their suggestions, but no one ever says you have to take all that stuff and stick it into your RFP or documents or make it an important component of the decision making process. Yes, listen. Demo Rules.

Learning System 49

Learning System System RFP Metrics 49

Think Orion

AUGUST 15, 2023

SEO is essential for schools because: Increases visibility and rankings Drives web traffic Enhances credibility and trust Ensures better visitor experience The education industry has significantly shifted from physical to online mode and is moving towards digitalization to build an online presence as the demand grows.

Guide 52

Guide Internationalization Long Tail Search 52

Training Industry

JULY 18, 2016

My company was asked to participate in the RFP process. To trust the equation, to place value on the relationships first, and to leverage the relationships for the right reasons. The end result is a strong degree of trust with our new client, and mutual business fit that will help them find success in their new initiative.

Social Networks 40

Social Networks RFP Reputation Sales 40

eLearning 24-7

JANUARY 24, 2019

Every vendor, with the exception of Blackboard (who is coming soon) can be found on FindAnLMS.com , my learning system search engine platform, an independent and trusted source to search, compare and engage with vendors in the learning system space. Oh, and send them your amazing RFP. . #38 Support always plays an important role.

Learning System 60

Learning System System LCMS Compliance Training 60

eLearning 24-7

JANUARY 2, 2019

A vendor should be able to provide this information, it may take a few days for them to get back to you, but trust me when I say this, knowing how the machine learning was trained is huge. Vendors tend not to share that info, unless it is in an RFP and even then, I’ve seen plenty who say, “All”, really?

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vendor Movie LMS Compliance Training 92

eLearning 24-7

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

Learning Journeys are fun and valuable, without being lame (trust me, I’ve seen lame). In my LMS RFP template, Cornerstone LS scored a perfect 100 in the machine learning category, as well as mobile, including built-in scan for badges – but it requires the Tribridge Attendance Integration Module (AIM). 19 to #11. #19

Learning System 11

Learning System Scanning System Cornerstone 11

Think Orion

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Timely information dissemination on changes and addressing concerns and questions builds trust. For implementation, a well-structured written document that outlines website project details will help key stakeholders understand all aspects of a project before executing it.

Website 52

Website Change Strategy Management 52

Talented Learning

APRIL 18, 2017

6) Request for Proposal (RFP). With this kind of scale and cost, traditional LMS vendors need a strong, active sales team to develop a trusted relationship and seal the deal. It follows this linear path: 1) Requirements Definition. 2) Vendor Identification. 3) Discovery. 4) Preliminary Demonstrations. 5) Vendor Qualification.

Association Learning Management System 80

Association Learning Management System Association LMS LMS vendor 80

Wahoo Learning

APRIL 28, 2023

First things first, work with your shortlist of LMS vendors to develop an RFP (request for proposal) document. For your organisation, certification offers end-users confidence and trust in your brand. The cost of the LMS Correct and comparable pricing cannot be provided unless you know your exact requirements.

Budget 52

Budget Program Strategy Develop 52

Talented Learning

JANUARY 23, 2018

When you need advice from blogs you can trust, do you dismiss content produced by LMS vendors? When and how to use an RFP (or not). 3 Learning Technology Blogs: An Analyst’s Reading List. If so, you could be overlooking an excellent source of information and guidance. 2 2017 Talented Learning LMS Awards: Best of the Best.

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LMS Enterprise vendor Write Blog 71

eLearning 24-7

FEBRUARY 3, 2010

So, we investigate, ask questions, perhaps do a RFP, ask more questions and then purchase. Trust me, you do not want to do the latter). Trust me, if that was true, they wouldn’t be in business for long, since it would tell me they have some real server issues and technical issues on their end. My response: BOGUS!

LMS 40

LMS LCMS vendor SCORM 40

eLearning 24-7

MARCH 24, 2014

It can be pie in the sky thinking, but at least you are thinking about it (and trust me, it can make a big difference). If you want a listing of feature sets, go with my RFP template (new version coming out end of the week). . What are you doing now and what do you want to accomplish once you go the e-learning way. Bottom Line.

Learning Strategy 81

Learning Strategy Strategy Authoring Tools Compliance Training 81