{"id":1644,"date":"2020-12-04T19:46:54","date_gmt":"2020-12-04T19:46:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/situational.com\/three-key-criteria-for-choosing-the-right-custom-learning-partner\/"},"modified":"2025-09-17T11:57:48","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T15:57:48","slug":"three-key-criteria-for-choosing-the-right-custom-learning-partner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/situational.com\/blog\/three-key-criteria-for-choosing-the-right-custom-learning-partner\/","title":{"rendered":"Three Key Criteria for Choosing the Right Custom Learning Partner"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The disruptions we experienced in 2020 reinforced the critical role that L&D plays in equipping and enabling the workforce<\/a> to meet current and emerging business needs. As organizations redefine their talent development strategies<\/a>, many are looking to outsource custom learning development<\/a> to accelerate and enhance their offerings.<\/p>\nContact Us<\/a>\n

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How To Choose A Leadership Training Partner<\/h2>\n

With the abundance of training and content development providers available, the search can be daunting. So, how do you find the right learning partner<\/a>? Depending on your needs and goals, the specific capabilities you seek will vary, but there are a few essential criteria to look for that can serve as benchmarks during your selection process.<\/p>\n

Criteria 1: Industry Visibility<\/h3>\n

When researching potential providers, assess their visibility and longevity across the industry. Reputable, best-in-class providers will have established track records with notable clients that demonstrate they have been successful partners for an extended length of time. Endurance in the business of custom learning<\/a> development is a key indicator that a provider is agile, innovative, responsive and able to consistently exceed client expectations.<\/p>\n

Review their website, marketing collateral and social media posts to get a sense of who they are, their culture, what they value and how they contribute to the L&D community. Do they share expertise via thought-leadership, publishing, webinars, blogs, etc.? You can get a very accurate indication of an organization\u2019s commitment to supporting L&D by evaluating their response during COVID-19. Ask potential providers to share how they supported the learning community and their clients during the lockdown and shift to distributed workforces. Did they provide any content, training or free resources to help them navigate?<\/p>\n

Client testimonials and industry recognition and awards that distinguish a provider\u2019s products and services are reliable indicators of a responsive, dedicated partner. Review potential providers\u2019 client lists and ask for referrals and endorsements.<\/p>\n

Industry Visibility Checklist<\/h4>\n