Training Strategy and Curriculum Development
Via's value is more than just top-notch instructional design and eLearning expertise. We recognize that each situation is different and requires a unique solution. Via can partner with you to identify the right training strategy and plan for your sales force. Via offers consulting for needs assessments, curriculum development and ROI measurement. A thoughtful cycle of planning, development and evaluation results in a stronger, more effective training program over time.
Sales Training Management System
Via's ChannelSmart™ Sales Training Management System (STMS) keeps our clients' sales training programs on pace with product launches, market programs and industry initiatives. It can be portalized on multiple levels, so your sales training program can provide a targeted, user-centric experience.
Portals and content can be customized for groups such as departments, regions, store types, job titles and experience levels. Each learner's experience can be further personalized to reflect individual information like recommended training, incentive points or reward status.
Some organizations already have a Learning Management Systems (LMS) in place. In addition to ChannelSmart, we also provide hosting, management and support for various systems, such as Saba and Sum Total.
Incentives and Promotions
Incentives and promotions create buzz and excitement about training. They drive learners to your training program, keep learners engaged over the long haul and encourage learners to spread the word about eLearning.
EBay-style auctions provide a great way to add fun to your training site and encourage repeat visits. First, your learners earn points for taking courses or participating in other training activities. Then, they place bids for prizes using their points as currency. By managing the number of auctions in play at any given time, we create demand and friendly competition.
Other incentive programs include sweepstakes, contests and product purchase programs. Via provides end-to-end incentive solutions, including design, development, management, fulfillment and customer support. Via also offers full promotional capabilities to capture the attention of your audience and draw them into the program.
Web 2.0
Web 2.0 has a distinct and exciting role in eLearning. It can enable sales reps and SMEs to learn from one another in real time. All of these Web 2.0 technologies have eLearning applications: discussion forums, blogs, user-generated content, wikis and other custom browser-based applications. The current generation is already accustomed to interacting in this way — using Web 2.0 tools to train your sales force is a logical solution.
Localization
Any Via Training solution, whether it is a course, training site or job aid, can be localized into nearly any language or locale.
Via and GP currently deploy technology solutions for customers globally. For example, Via launched and currently maintains a program for Microsoft that provides training to sales reps who sell Windows Mobile products. To date, we have provided training in over 50 countries and 20 languages.
In addition to 30+ U.S. offices, GP also has offices in Mexico, Canada, Brazil, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, China, India, Malaysia and Singapore.
