Learning management software systems (LMS) are very useful to many companies that need elearning solutions. LMS is a computer application (software made up of several programs). Large companies with a large population of employees (particularly those who have employees in far flung regions) benefit from elearning solutions immensely. The rate of recruitment of such companies can be very significant considering the amount of positions that usually get shuffled around and get emptied. Training for various positions can be very resource consuming especially since the training methods are still based on the traditional classroom-based setting. With an LMS, the distribution of course materials can be done online. Tests and assessment results of the trainees are also accessible online making it easier for a big company to reach all its employees and also making it easier for the employees to train under their course requirements as well. So many possibilities are opened to the company that uses this system. Basic orientation processes and training employees for important matters such as compliance issues are made faster and easier.

Administration
Key people can gain access to LMS software for administrative purposes. Through this, they are able to see the data of all elearning training that is being conducted through that software. Since all learning management application are typically online, this makes it easier for any administrator since they can access the program from anywhere in the world just as long as they have a computer and a reliable internet connection.

Enrolment
Online enrollment is made so much easier with such a system. Again, any trainee or student can access the software by logging on through the web. They can create a personal profile and enroll to the courses that they need with a few clicks on a mouse. Their profiles are stored in an online database and this can be accessed by the trainers and administrators.

Distribution
Course materials are distributed through this learning management software system. Students have their own profiles or accounts in this application. Therefore, course materials that any individual will need is sent through this online platform.

Documentation
These systems are used to record all the training activities of an organization. Most good learning management systems have the ability to file and distribute all necessary formal and informal documents relating training courses.

Reporting
Since individual students' course data such as improvement rates and course completions are stored online through the LMS database, their trainers, superiors, or anyone concerned can be given proper access to this information for whatever purpose. Reports on how the elearning process is moving forward regarding its effectiveness and results are part of this management system's main functions.

Elearning solutions truly revolutionize the way companies train their employees. With a learning management software system, administrative work, reporting, documentation, distribution, and enrolment can all be done through the web. This streamlines the whole process since everything becomes more accessible. One does not have to go to many other sites for several different things; with this kind of system, everything can be found in just one place.

Source by Joel Owens