I went to Learning Technologies looking for tools SMEs could actually use, and came away with a more useful question. Do small businesses need more learning tech, or do they need clearer structure, better curation and practical support that fits the way they really work?

Most SME training gets completed but not used. These five simple tactics help you connect learning to real work, so it actually sticks and makes a difference day-to-day.

Most SMEs invest time in training that feels productive at the time, but doesn’t actually change anything. If you’re not sure whether your training is worth the time, this will help you sense-check it before you invest any more.

Many employees aren’t lacking talent, they’re stuck in roles where their skills aren’t visible or developed. Here’s why SMEs are facing hidden capability gaps and what to do about it.

Learning is declining. Not because people don’t want to learn, but because it’s become something we try to fit in around everything else.

As work becomes more complex and collaborative, that gap is starting to show.

This Learning at Work Week, we’re taking a different approach, focusing on small, practical changes that make work feel easier.

New UK research reveals a surprising paradox: while skills are becoming more important than ever, employer investment in training is falling.

So what does this mean for SMEs trying to build capable teams and stay competitive?

This article explores the real skills challenge facing UK businesses.

Curated training isn’t about creating content from scratch. It’s about finding, selecting, and organising the best learning resources so your team can access what actually helps them do their job better.

Most training isn’t ineffective because the content is poor, it’s because it’s designed for “everyone” and lands with no one. Personas help you focus on who learning is really for, making it more relevant, practical, and easier to apply.

E-learning projects don’t struggle because change happens, they struggle because it isn’t managed clearly. These five practical tips help you handle change in a structured way, protecting time, budget, and outcomes.