Beyond the Path of Least Resistance: Why L&D Needs More Than a General Productivity Tool
Written by Learning Leader, Debbie Richards. In the race to scale organizational learning, many companies fall into a common trap: they adopt the tools that are already “there.” Whether it’s Microsoft Forms for intake, ServiceNow for requests, or Monday.com for project tracking, these platforms represent the path of least resistance for IT. However, for those […]
A Week of Wins: Brandon Hall HCM Excellence Conference 2026
Cognota had an incredible week at the 2026 Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Conference and Awards—joining senior executives, industry analysts, and forward-thinking L&D leaders shaping the future of Human Capital Management. The conversations throughout the conference reflected a clear shift in the market. L&D leaders are no longer being asked simply to deliver training—they are […]
LearnOps and Training Management Systems: Powering L&D in 2026
LearnOps and training management systems are emerging as the two gears, one engine that will define how high‑performing L&D teams operate in 2026, especially as they’re asked to do more with less while proving measurable impact to the business. Here’s a recap from our recent webinar. You can check out the full recording here. Working […]
Turning L&D Chaos into Strategic Impact with LearnOps
In a recent Training Magazine Network webinar, learning leader Debbie Richards laid out a practical roadmap to shift from an overwhelmed order-taking function into a strategic business engine using data, operations, and AI-enabled LearnOps practices. Why L&D Needs Data-Driven Operations Now Most L&D teams are doing more with less in chaotic conditions: Reactive requests, siloed […]
No More Status Quo: LearnOps at NALES 2026
Cognota’s presence at the 2026 North American Learning Executive Summit (NALES) in San Diego marked a defining moment in how senior learning leaders are reimagining workforce enablement. As LearnOps continues to emerge as the operating system for L&D, NALES provided the ideal platform to elevate the conversation—and the momentum is unmistakable. From a bustling expo […]
Building an L&D Workflow: Steps, Best Practices & Tools for Success
Enterprise L&D teams manage hundreds of training requests each year. Requests come in through email, Slack, or hallway conversations. And project information lives across LMS platforms, project management tools, and spreadsheets. This scattered approach makes strategic execution difficult for L&D departments. Teams can’t compare requests objectively, so they prioritize whoever makes the most urgent case. […]