When it comes to learning, the lines between work and play are blurring. The IBM Smarter Work force initiative (which includes Saba solutions) helps organizations attract, empower and motivate their employees to perform at peak potential. Join two of the most effective learning solutions leaders as we look at "playing on the job" in a whole new way.
Both social gaming and mobile learning are increasing in prevalence and sophistication as businesses seek innovative approaches for engaging their intergenerational workforces. Learn from Cynthia Crose how "serious games" and social collaboration are helping employees develop critical capabilities more rapidly. Robbe Addis will discuss mobile learning solutions, including the benefits and rewards of infusing mobile capabilities into any training infrastructure.
Attendees will gain an understanding of the business payoffs of serious gaming, mobile learning applications and social collaboration to enable a Smarter Workforce.
Cynthia is responsible for the growth and profitability of IBM Global Process Services’ portfolio of end-to-end Learning solutions. In a prior role, Cynthia was responsible for worldwide skill development of IBM Global Services professional services people and for learning that enabled IBM Global Technology Services’ business transformation. Widely recognized for her subject matter expertise, teamwork and management abilities, Cynthia has held a variety of leadership roles with IBM in the U.S. and abroad.
Robbe is experienced in leading high-energy teams in the development of interactive training solutions. He is actively involved in the research and deployment of Cloud-based, virtual, and mobile solutions to meet various client needs. He has more than 15 years’ experience in the education and eLearning industries and has a passion for applying new technologies to complex problems. Today Robbe is going to talk about the increasing integration of mobile and social capabilities into the learning sphere. Then he’ll share the success stories of several organizations that are successfully deploying innovative learning solutions straight to their users’ mobile devices.
