From Manual to Adaptive: How AI Impact Zones Are Shaping the Future of LearnOps®

At Cognota, we believe the future of L&D isn’t just about AI. It’s about operationalizing learning in a way that ensures AI becomes a powerful extension of strategy, not a replacement for it. That’s where LearnOps® comes in. Our LearnOps Maturity Model outlines five stages of growth for corporate learning teams, from siloed and reactive […]

Reimagining the Future of L&D: Insights from the Cognota x Deloitte Dinner in Toronto

Last week, senior Learning & Development (L&D) leaders from across Toronto gathered 54 floors above the city at Canoe Restaurant for an exclusive, invitation-only evening hosted by Cognota and Deloitte. Against a backdrop of skyline views, fine dining, and meaningful conversation, one thing was clear: the future of L&D will be shaped by our ability […]

From Order-Taker to Strategic Partner: Rethinking L&D’s Role in the Business

For decades, Learning and Development (L&D) has battled for its place at the strategic table—often pigeonholed as a support function or cost center. But as businesses grapple with rapid change, digital transformation, and AI disruption, a true opportunity has emerged: for L&D to not just support, but actively drive business strategy. That shift, however, requires […]

Why It’s Still Tricky to Align L&D Investments with Business Objectives

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On Wednesday, March 20, 2024, Cognota co-hosted a webinar with ROI Institute, Data-Driven L&D: Leveraging Measurement for Decision-Making and Learning Operations, that explored the ongoing transformation in L&D, measurement, and decision-making. Cognota founder and CEO Ryan Austin was joined by Patti P. Phillips, Ph.D., CEO of ROI Institute; Katharine Aldana, Associate at ROI Institute, and […]

How Measurement Can Supercharge LearnOps and Improve Learning Outcomes Across the Organization

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On Wednesday, March 20, 2024, Cognota co-hosted a webinar with ROI Institute, Data-Driven L&D: Leveraging Measurement for Decision-Making and Learning Operations, that explored the ongoing transformation in L&D, measurement, and decision-making. Cognota founder and CEO Ryan Austin was joined by Patti P. Phillips, Ph.D., CEO of ROI Institute; Katharine Aldana, Associate at ROI Institute, and […]

Starbucks and ELB Learning on Creating a Flexible, Outcome-Focused L&D Playbook

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On Thursday, February 22, 2024, at 2 pm ET, Cognota hosted a webinar, Elevate Your L&D Strategy: Crafting a Dynamic Playbook for Today’s Challenges to explore L&D and strategic goal alignment, solution-agnostic vendor selection, lifelong learning culture, and learning operations. Cognota founder and CEO Ryan Austin was joined by Ellen Burns-Johnson, Lead Learning Strategist at […]

How Generative AI Can Elevate L&D Workflows and Improve LearnOps

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On Thursday, November 16, 2023, at 12:30 pm ET, Cognota hosted a webinar, AI in the Flow of Work: Elevating LearnOps Workflows with Modern Technology, to explore the intersection of AI, IT, and learning operations – Watch the on-demand recording here! Cognota founder and CEO Ryan Austin was joined by Matthew Ball, VP of Engineering […]

Building Better Partnerships at Cognota

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Creating a great partnership program takes a little more than first meets the eye. It involves nurturing trust and fostering a symbiotic relationship. In many ways, it mirrors the dynamics of a personal relationship—where trust and reliability is crucial. Picture this: You loan your favorite sweater to someone, believing in their commitment to return it […]

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