Learning management systems explained

What is a learning management system (LMS)?

A learning management system (LMS) is software that helps organizations create, assign, deliver, track and report on training. It replaces spreadsheets and scattered tools with one place where every course, learner and certificate is managed.

What an LMS does

Create and organize

Build courses and learning content, and keep it structured in a central library.

Assign

Assign training to the right people by role, team, site or customer.

Deliver

Run e-learning, classroom and virtual training from one place.

Track

Follow progress, completions and certificates for every learner.

Report and prove

Turn training records into reports and evidence for managers and auditors.

What to look for in an enterprise LMS

One learning platform, three specialized hubs

Most learning management systems try to fit every use case. The Edloomio Learning Platform offers a hub built for each critical learning outcome.

Frequently asked questions

What does LMS stand for?

LMS stands for learning management system: software that organizations use to create, deliver, track and report on training.

Who uses a learning management system?

Companies use an LMS to train employees and contractors, and training businesses use one to sell and deliver courses to their own customers.

What makes an enterprise LMS different?

An enterprise LMS supports large, distributed workforces with role-based assignment, automation, detailed reporting, security controls and integrations.

How is Edloomio different from a general LMS?

Edloomio offers specialized hubs on one learning platform: Compliance Hub for regulated industries, Sales Hub for training providers and Safety Hub for HSE and safety teams.

See the Edloomio Learning Platform in action.