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Engineering Innovation: Building Future-Proof Learning Infrastructure

Writer: Dr. Christie VanorsdaleDr. Christie Vanorsdale

Updated: Feb 6

Business Challenge

An engineering firm needed to revolutionize their approach to training delivery while developing first-of-kind certification programs. Their existing system relied heavily on printed materials and manual administration, creating significant costs and limiting scalability.


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Key Challenges:

  • $50K annual printing costs

  • 25+ hours weekly in manual administration

  • No digital learning platform

  • Limited internal L&D expertise

  • Need for innovative technical training development


Comprehensive Solution


1. Technology Infrastructure

  • Procured and implemented Learn 365 LMS

  • Built SharePoint integration for document management

  • Created automated tracking systems

  • Established digital assessment tools

  • Developed mobile-ready content delivery


2. Program Innovation

  • Created first-ever Electrical Commissioning Provider training

  • Developed 40-hour certification curriculum

  • Built hands-on assessment frameworks

  • Established quality standards

  • Created digital resource libraries


3. Fractional L&D Support

  • Provided expert program development

  • Trained internal administrators

  • Created sustainable management systems

  • Built SME engagement frameworks

  • Established content update protocols


Measurable Impact


Cost Reduction:

  • 90% reduction in printing costs ($67.5K annual savings)

  • 65% decrease in administrative time

  • 60% savings vs. full-time L&D team

  • $200K reduction in program development costs


Program Success:

  • First NSF/ANSI 49-aligned training launched

  • 95% certification completion rate

  • Zero printing delays or material shortages

  • 100% digital resource accessibility


Operational Benefits:

  • 24/7 training access

  • Real-time progress tracking

  • Automated compliance reporting

  • Streamlined content updates

  • Mobile-ready learning delivery


Future-Proofing:

  • Scalable digital infrastructure

  • Hybrid delivery capability

  • Self-sustaining program management

  • Reduced environmental impact

  • Global delivery potential


Innovation Highlight

By combining strategic LMS implementation with fractional L&D expertise, we enabled both immediate cost savings and long-term program innovation - creating a sustainable, scalable learning ecosystem that sets new industry standards.


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