The headline above may immediately send some into paroxysmal fits. I know that when I saw a similar headline recently it stopped me in my tracks. Of course, in a high-minded, I-want-to-teach-theworld- to-sing-in-perfect harmony kind of way, diversity is essential. But a... More »

Learning & Development

Advanced Level Content , Business Impact , Managing the Learning Function , Students , Training and Development - General , Training for Multiple Cultures

One of the greatest challenges of managing training is partnering with the entire business enterprise to ensure alignment, commitment, support, and results. Given the global nature and decentralized culture of Caterpillar, addressing this challenge was a daunting task. ... More »

Learning & Development

Business Impact , Change Management , Designing Learning , Engagement , Intermediate-level Content , Managing the Learning Function , Measuring and Evaluating , Training and Development - General

As Andrew Paradise, ASTD research analyst, notes in the 2007 report: benchmarking research matters. "This is important data that helps you understand whether the level and types of investments you are making are on par with similar organizations," he writes. "And most i... More »

Learning & Development

Business Impact , Economy , Managing the Learning Function , Measuring and Evaluating , Training and Development - General , Trends

In recent experiences with two companies, I have had the opportunity to be right at the center of efforts involving the corporate culture. In one position, I was involved in helping to define and launch a new culture. More recently, my work involved the reinforcement of... More »

Global Human Resources Development , Senior Leaders & Executives

Change Management , Global Workforce Development , Human Performance Improvement , Integrated Talent Management , Leadership Development , Managing the Learning Function

Based in Portland, Oregon, ESCO Corporation (www.escocorp.com) is a global manufacturer of engineered metal parts and components for industrial applications, including construction, power generation, and aerospace. As part of the company's Engineered Products group, ESC... More »

Global Human Resources Development , Human Capital , Learning & Development , Workforce Development

Change Management , Delivering Training , Designing Learning , Engagement , Global Workforce Development , Human Performance Improvement , Innovation , Intermediate-level Content , Managing the Learning Function , Training and Development - General