Infotopia: How Many Minds Produce Knowledge Cass R. Sunstein Oxford University Press (USA) We admit it's the title of this book that got us interested. Information? Utopia? We all understand the power of knowledge and information, and more than a few authors have killed... More »

Learning & Development

Change Management , Coaching and Mentoring , Economy , Global Workforce Development , Informal Learning , Leadership Development , Training and Development - General , Trends

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

One of the biggest challenges in HR and training today is the development of an integrated systems strategy. Many companies have a tapestry of systems, often including legacy HR management systems (HRMSs), learning management systems (LMSs), and recruiting systems - as ... More »

Learning & Development , Learning Technologies

Career Development , Career Planning , Change Management , Coaching and Mentoring , Competencies , Human Performance Improvement , Integrated Talent Management , Intermediate-level Content , Skills Gap , Training and Development - General

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