7 benefits of a learning management system

When your organization is managing compliance, onboarding, and skill development across multiple teams, keeping learning consistent can be a challenge. A learning management system (LMS) simplifies that process.

An LMS centralizes all your training—making it easier to deliver, track, and report on employee learning. Whether you're rolling out corporate leadership training or ensuring mandatory compliance courses are completed, an LMS helps you do it with less effort and greater visibility.

An LMS is software that enables you to store, manage, and track employee training and development activities. It supports both compliance and skill-building needs—making it essential for organizations focused on employee learning and growth.

With options like enterprise learning management systems and corporate training software, you can choose tools that align with your company’s size, goals, and tech stack.

A strong LMS enables you to:

• Deliver consistent eLearning programs to employees across locations
• Track course completion and training engagement
• Monitor compliance with industry regulations
• Assign tailored learning paths and goals
• Identify skill gaps and provide support
• Integrate with HRIS, CRM, and platforms like Go1

And importantly, it reduces manual admin so your team can focus on creating impact—not managing platforms.

• Cloud-based vs. installed: Cloud-based LMS platforms are more common today, offering flexibility and accessibility.
• Free vs. paid: Free systems may be limited; paid platforms like Docebo or D2L Brightspace offer more features.
• Open-source vs. proprietary: Open-source options like Moodle allow customization but require in-house maintenance.

Note: LMSs are not the same as LCMSs (Learning Content Management Systems). An LMS manages delivery and tracking. An LCMS helps create content. Most companies only need an LMS.

1. Reduce training costs
   eLearning solutions are far more cost-effective than in-person sessions. You cut costs on venues, travel, and printed materials.
2. Save time for admins and learners
   Self-directed learning means employees train at their own pace, while admins automate enrollments, reminders, and reporting.
3. Simplify training management
   Corporate learning management systems let you assign, monitor, and update training in one place.
4. Ensure compliance
   Easily track mandatory training completions—from corporate compliance training to safety and onboarding.
5. Deliver measurable results
   Use built-in analytics to show stakeholders the ROI of your corporate training programs.
6. Improve learner experience
   Centralized access to employee training software reduces friction and supports higher engagement.
7. Enhance communication and support
   Built-in messaging and alerts make it easy to guide learners and flag when extra help is needed.

Whether you're implementing employee training and development for the first time or upgrading your corporate training programs, a good LMS should:

• Be mobile-friendly and easy to navigate
• Offer integrations with your existing tools
• Support branding and personalization
• Provide on-demand reporting and learner feedback tools
• Scale with your organization's growth

There really are a lot of options, but below are just a few of the best learning management systems available:

• D2L Brightspace
• Docebo
• Blackboard Learn

A few of the best open-source learning management systems:

• Canvas LMS
• Lambda Suite
• Moodle

Go1 integrates with all major LMS platforms—so you can deliver impactful eLearning programs without juggling multiple vendors.

Pair your LMS with Go1 to access thousands of compliance and skill development courses—from employee onboarding to corporate leadership training. Save time, reduce costs, and help your team grow.

Book a demo to explore more ways to simplify and improve your learning strategy.