Tuesday
Feb012005
301 - Learning TRENDS - Our New Name & More LMS Consolidation Coming
February 1, 2005
Learning TRENDS by Elliott Masie - Feb 1, 2005
#301 - Updates on Learning, Business & Technology
50,014 Readers - www.masie.com - The MASIE Center.
Host of Learning 2005: Oct 30 - Nov 2 - Orlando, Florida
1. Learning TRENDS - Our New Name
2 More LMS Consolidation Coming
1. Learning TRENDS - Our New Name: As we reach 50,014 readers of this informal newsletter, I have evolved the name to Learning TRENDS!. This reflects the evolution of both the field and The MASIE Center. We are focusing on the broader topics of Learning rather than just "e-Learning".
In addition, the renaming of TRENDS also maps to our new global conference, Learning 2005, which we will formally announce in the next two weeks. Save the dates of October 30 - November 2 in Orlando, Florida, USA. Reply to this note or send an email to emasie@masie.com if you want an early note about Elliott Masie's Learning 2005!
2. More LMS Consolidation Coming: There are a number of mergers and changes around the corner in the Learning Management Systems arena. Deep discussions are underway that may lead to the sale or merger of at least five of the current LMS companies. This is a sign of on-going consolidation in this marketplace. It also parallels some major changes that have been triggered by the increased role of large technology companies and ERP companies in the learning space.
For example, a ripple in the industry was caused by Oracle's purchase of PeopleSoft. Watch for announcements in the coming six weeks of some of these managers. Buyers should increase their due diligence about the "what if's" of possible mergers and also build in contractual language that would protect their options (eg. ownership of legacy code or exit abilities).
3. Upcoming Seminars by Elliott Masie: We have a few seats available in some of our upcoming events:
- Rapid e-Learning Development: Chicago - Feb 16-17
- e-Learning Briefing: Minneapolis - Feb 14
- e-Learning ASIA - Hong Kong - March 16-17
Info and registration at www.masie.com
#301 - Updates on Learning, Business & Technology
50,014 Readers - www.masie.com - The MASIE Center.
Host of Learning 2005: Oct 30 - Nov 2 - Orlando, Florida
1. Learning TRENDS - Our New Name
2 More LMS Consolidation Coming
1. Learning TRENDS - Our New Name: As we reach 50,014 readers of this informal newsletter, I have evolved the name to Learning TRENDS!. This reflects the evolution of both the field and The MASIE Center. We are focusing on the broader topics of Learning rather than just "e-Learning".
In addition, the renaming of TRENDS also maps to our new global conference, Learning 2005, which we will formally announce in the next two weeks. Save the dates of October 30 - November 2 in Orlando, Florida, USA. Reply to this note or send an email to emasie@masie.com if you want an early note about Elliott Masie's Learning 2005!
2. More LMS Consolidation Coming: There are a number of mergers and changes around the corner in the Learning Management Systems arena. Deep discussions are underway that may lead to the sale or merger of at least five of the current LMS companies. This is a sign of on-going consolidation in this marketplace. It also parallels some major changes that have been triggered by the increased role of large technology companies and ERP companies in the learning space.
For example, a ripple in the industry was caused by Oracle's purchase of PeopleSoft. Watch for announcements in the coming six weeks of some of these managers. Buyers should increase their due diligence about the "what if's" of possible mergers and also build in contractual language that would protect their options (eg. ownership of legacy code or exit abilities).
3. Upcoming Seminars by Elliott Masie: We have a few seats available in some of our upcoming events:
- Rapid e-Learning Development: Chicago - Feb 16-17
- e-Learning Briefing: Minneapolis - Feb 14
- e-Learning ASIA - Hong Kong - March 16-17
Info and registration at www.masie.com
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