Skillsoft now offers on-the-go learning by driving mobile initiatives

As today's workplace adapts to a more mobile generation of workers, Skillsoft is meeting the growing demand for on-the-go learning by driving mobile initiatives across a wide product portfolio. Skillsoft's mobile solutions provide access to assets wherever employees learn best, ensuring content is available at the point of need – which is especially important for today's 73 per cent of organizations which are actively engaging in mobile learning.

Skillport 8 Learning Management System (LMS) features a learning experience that is optimized for tablet delivery. The mobile backbone of Skillport 8 gives organizations confidence in devising and deploying mobile learning programs that can immediately drive the development of their workforce. It also provides access to a full library of mobile-friendly learning content and other assets – including more than 8,000 videos, 40,000 books and 1,000 tablet-friendly business skills courses.

"Mobile learning is the key to breaking down barriers in participation and engagement of employees within changing workforces. Whether it is sales teams working through development plans while in the field or travelling executives accessing on-demand content to refresh their skills before a big presentation, mobile learning enables a smarter workforce, no matter where they are," said John Ambrose, Senior Vice-President, Strategy and Corporate Development, Skillsoft.

With Skillsoft's mobile learning, users can start on one device and finish on another, allowing them to learn within their own workflow. The functionality of Skillsoft's solutions transforms learners' devices into both an office and a classroom. These solutions enable organizations to embrace emerging mobile learning initiatives while still meeting their overall learning objectives.