The Rise of Learning Operations

The First Data-Driven Framework for Modernizing L&D Operations – From Brandon Hall Group™ and Cognota

Are you tired of L&D being treated as a cost center instead of a strategic business driver?

You’re not alone. 82% of L&D leaders don’t have a full seat at the table, and 64% lack basic visibility into team workload and capacity. But leading organizations are changing this narrative with Learning Operations (LearnOps)—and seeing 10-30% efficiency gains as a result.

Download “The Rise of Learning Operations: A Research-Based Framework for Modernizing L&D” and join the operational revolution that’s transforming how learning functions deliver measurable business impact.


What You’ll Discover Inside:

The LearnOps Maturity Model: Assess where your team stands and get your roadmap to Level 5 (only 1% of organizations are there)

Real behavioral benchmarks from 500+ L&D professionals – finally know how you compare to industry leaders

5 operational pain points killing your productivity (and the proven solutions to fix them)

Case studies from Steris, Sun Life, and other leaders who replaced 10+ disconnected tools with unified operations

The 5-pillar framework (Align, Plan, Execute, Measure, Optimize) that connects learning initiatives to business outcomes

ROI measurement strategies that actually work—no more guessing what to track


The Stakes Are Higher Than Ever

The brutal reality:

  • Only 25% of the $130 billion in global L&D spend is considered effective
  • 46% of L&D leaders consistently miss project deadlines
  • 47% cite organizational silos as their biggest strategic barrier
  • 33% admit they don’t know what to measure for impact

The opportunity: Organizations with formalized LearnOps are 2-3x more likely to achieve executive alignment and faster decision-making. They’re moving from reactive order-takers to proactive strategic partners.


Perfect For:

  • CHROs and CLOs seeking to demonstrate L&D’s strategic value
  • L&D Leaders tired of manual processes and missed deadlines
  • Talent Development Teams ready to scale with confidence
  • Learning Operations Professionals building the business case for better tools

From the Industry’s Most Trusted Sources

This isn’t just another white paper. It’s the first comprehensive research combining:

  • Brandon Hall Group’s 30+ years of L&D expertise and 10,000+ client insights
  • Cognota’s real-world platform data from learning operations in action
  • Cross-industry benchmarks spanning healthcare, finance, tech, and beyond

Brought to you by Cognota and Brandon Hall Group™—powering the future of learning operations.

Brandon Hall and Cognota Whitepaper

[Research Brief] The Rise of Learning Operations A Research-Based Framework for Modernizing L&D

[Research Brief] The Rise of Learning Operations A Research-Based Framework for Modernizing L&D

[Research Brief] The Rise of Learning Operations A Research-Based Framework for Modernizing L&D