While more and more workday activities, including employee learning, are headed for the wide-open spaces of the Internet, professional services firm Deloitte LLP is building a $300 million corporate university on the solid ground of Westlake, Texas. Scheduled to open in... More »

Learning & Development

Career Development , Delivering Training , Engagement , Global Workforce Development , Managing the Learning Function , Training and Development - General

The war for talent may be taking a ceasefire during the recession, but it is possible that many employees will jump ship as soon as the economy turns and companies begin to hire again. A survey by the Swiss outsourcing firm Adecco found that more than half (54 percent) ... More »

Global Human Resources Development , Human Capital , Senior Leaders & Executives

Business Impact , Economy , Engagement , Integrated Talent Management , Trends

Would you be surprised to be told that nerdy war-gamers may embody traits that are prized by organizations seeking innovation? Would you accept the premise that teaming up with people you've never met to defeat a tribe of virtual elves breeds collaborative learning? The... More »

Learning & Development

Career Development , Coaching and Mentoring , Engagement , Innovation , Measuring and Evaluating , Simulations and Serious Games , Trends