Six BYOD issues not related to security
BYOD policies offer cost savings and flexibility, but present non-security challenges like data segregation risks, productivity distractions, IT workload increases, and licensing complexity that organizations should consider before implementation.
News: Google works with Mediacom to launch global training scheme
Google and Mediacom have launched “Mobile Ignition,” a global training programme designed to educate Mediacom staff on mobile advertising strategies, Google analytics, and integrating mobile into media plans. The initiative begins in the UK before expanding worldwide to ensure agency professionals understand mobile’s critical role in digital marketing.
L&D industry insight: Rob Caul
Kallidus CEO Rob Caul shares insights on mobile learning strategy, including how to embed learning initiatives in your business and adapt existing content for mobile platforms.
Remote working is no longer a remote concept
Remote working and BYOD adoption offer significant productivity and cultural benefits, but organizations must implement enterprise mobility management solutions to maintain security and compliance while employees access corporate data from personal devices.
Mobilising the global workforce for 2014
Mobile technology and cloud-based platforms now enable organizations to deliver training anytime, anywhere, addressing skills shortages and improving workforce mobility. However, companies prioritize flexibility and accessibility over cost savings, while intercultural training and language skills remain critical challenges for global workforce development in 2014.
Mind your mobile manners
Workplace wellness expert Liggy Webb shares essential mobile phone etiquette tips for modern life. From avoiding texting while walking to silencing phones during conversations, she advocates for mindful device use that prioritizes face-to-face interaction and respects those around you.
Top ten smart apps for learning and development professionals
Discover ten essential smartphone apps designed to boost productivity for learning and development professionals, from social media management tools like TweetDeck to document scanners and RSS readers that keep you connected and informed on the go.
Mobilising your training programme
Learn how trainers can adapt existing training content for mobile devices to meet evolving learner expectations. Discover why video is ideal for m-learning and how to develop engaging mobile training materials that learners can access anywhere, anytime.
Who’s doing what with mobile learning right now? Part 4
Explore how mobile devices enable organizations to combine learning and communication for dispersed workforces, particularly during change initiatives like corporate rebranding, moving beyond traditional intranet-only solutions.
Who’s doing what with mobile learning right now? Part 3
Explore how mobile learning enhances performance support in the workplace. Mobile devices enable employees to access job aids, checklists, and reference materials anytime and anywhere—even during meetings or away from their desks—making critical information available at the moment of need while complementing formal training programs.
Who’s doing what with mobile learning right now? Part 2
Mobile learning is emerging as a cost-effective solution for extending training beyond one-off classroom events. Research shows learners forget 80-90% of content without reinforcement, making extended programs more effective. Mobile’s small-chunk format and easy deployment help organizations overcome scheduling and administrative barriers to ongoing skill development.
Who’s doing what with mobile learning right now?
Explore how organizations are currently adopting mobile learning and discover why many are still hesitant to embrace it. This four-part series debunks common myths—like the misconception that mobile learning only works on smartphones—and reveals what pioneer organizations are successfully implementing.
Lifting the lid on the Video Arts mobile learning app
Video Arts’ mobile learning app delivers bite-sized video content on soft skills and workplace scenarios for on-demand access. The user-friendly app includes downloadable videos, tips, and topic information designed as a just-in-time resource for workplace situations.
Seven trends make mobile learning inevitable
Mobile learning combines seven converging trends—including demand for just-in-time learning, widespread mobile device adoption, and preference for video-based content—making it an unstoppable force for delivering impactful learning experiences.