Unleashing Organizational Know-How

Abstract

This article examines distance education and training, knowledge management and how the strategic, systematic linking of the two would create more value for large companies. It focuses on rethinking the organizational learning structure and processes to better “develop” the work force, something that every company must improve to ride out the perfect storm described above. After briefly describing the current state of distance learning and knowledge management, the most valuable benefits and common challenges of executing this merger of learning functions will be explored. Also, examples of companies that have made progress in these areas will be examined.