In this challenging economy, where employees are expected to do
more with less, learning professionals are being asked to ensure
that employees have the skills to maximize their company's core
business strengths. These BEST winners adapted to these difficult
economic conditions because they were prepared to communicate the
value of learning to senior-level executives, linked learning
programs and initiatives to business strategies, and found
effective and efficient ways to deliver training.
The ASTD BEST Awards recognize organizations that demonstrate
enterprise-wide success as a result of employee learning and
development. These award-winning companies have made a strong
investment in learning, created a safe and engaging learning
environment, and used new and innovative techologies to design and
deliver learning.