Mark Turton, Training Manager, The Orders of St John Care Trust
When we completed the Towards Maturity benchmark it highlighted what we did really well, what we did ok, but it also showed us where we need to improve. This allowed us to question some aspects of our apprach to learning and the use of technology (2012)
Matt Brewer, Technology Training Consultant from Chubb Insurance Company and ELN Board Member
"Having participated in the Towards Maturity Benchmarking process for the last few years, I think it provides easily the best and most comprehensive assessment of where we are in comparison with other companies who are using or planning to use online learning. Don't just think that the results are the only useful part of it though. Just completing the benchmark focuses the mind to areas you may need to address, and provides ideas of other possible alternatives you may not have considered." (2012)
Andy Sorton, Organisational Development Advisor , Borough of Poole
This is the 3rd year we've taken part and irrespective of how we rate ourselves against the benchmark questions, the questions in themselves make us stop and reflect on what we are planning to focus our energies on. Thank you to the TM team for making these even better, year on year. (2012)
Kelly Thomas, Global Head of Sales & Service Learning , Thompson Reuters
Thank you for my 2012 personalised report, I am kicking myself hard for not using this when I first stepped into my role, I had contributed to the Towards Maturity benchmark before but with my head down, focused on transforming the learning organsiation, I missed a great opportunity to make my life easier and the team even more effective. I won't make that mistake again!
Tim Drewitt elearning specialist, Eversheds LLP
As with previous Towards Maturity Benchmark Studies, this year's study has given me time to pause and reflect on how Eversheds is progressing in learning. I find the study really motivating, as it allows me to take a step back and realise what we have accomplished as a company, while providing a check-list for the areas we still need to focus on. (2012)
Mike Booth, Learning Technologies Manager for Cable & Wireless Worldwide
“It’s encouraging to see a rise in benchmarking, and may it long continue. I’ve been taking part in the Towards Maturity learning technology benchmark since 2003. I find the results thought provoking and a great source of ideas for performance improvement. The learning technologist is often quite a lone specialist role within organisations and the benchmarking allows me to make a comparison with the real world and to just stop for a moment to sanity check that I’m delivering tangible business benefits.” (2012).
Linda Al Ansari, Manager Learning Technologies, Emirates Dubai
“Thank you for the opportunity to participate in the 2012 Benchmark. This is an excellent study with relevant and thought-provoking questions – the best I have completed in a while. The quality of questions gave me reflective moments as to how we can improve what we do here as I realised my answers highlighted gaps I could fill and this was very much appreciated as a side benefit of taking part” (2012)
Rachel Sparrow, Research & Development Consultant EDF Energy
Time invested in benchmarking is never wasted – it helps us build performance and future proof our L&D strategy. EDF Engergy has taken part in the Towards Maturity benchmark over the last 18 months & we’ve found it a really valuable service to help us track the progress we’re making and provide useful directions for the next steps to take.’ 2011
Peter Butler, former Learning director Lloyds Banking Group
The stark reality is this - if learning professionals aspire to be world class we have to be willing to constantly improve, I believe that benchmarking is an essential business tool required to achieve this and one that is not used often enough in learning.The Towards Maturity Benchmark opens an opportunity for us all to get involved’
2010 Benchmark Participant
I believe this is the best survey I have spent my time on (even though it was a long one). The questions were well thought through and I could for once relate them to my organisation that I support
Royal National Lifeboat Institution
The personalised benchmark report we received has provided a framework for learning technology strategy and implementation that I keep coming back to - in essence it has helped me to define my objectives, highlighting areas where we can further develop a culture of learning (2010 participant)
Clive Snell, Managing Director, Bizmedia
“We have worked with Towards Maturity for many years. Through its benchmark research, Towards Maturity contributes significantly to the understanding of learning technologies in the workplace. As e.learning age celebrates its 10th birthday we’re pleased we are set to continue and develop our relationship for the benefit of the e-learning profession. The benchmark study reinforces many of the key issues we cover in our media and in our E-Learning Awards.”
Snr L&D Officer, Lincolnshire CC,
ʻWe are modernising the way that we think about learning in the council and technology is a critical element. Taking part in the TM Benchmark review gave us a chance to reflect on our strategy and implementation plans (2010 participant)
Donald H Taylor, Chairman Learning & Skills Group
'With 1,200 organisations participating over 8 years, nothing beats the Towards Maturity Benchmark for useful data on the use of learning technologies at work. If you want to find out how to build innovative learning that delivers results, make sure you contribute, too.'
Charles Jennings
“Benchmarking in not just a ‘nice-to-have’. If learning professionals and their organisations are to achieve the objective to continually improve their performance they need to understand the areas in which they’re doing well and those that need more work. Benchmarking is a vital tool to help uncover this information and drive effective people and learning strategies.” 2011
Alison Potter,E-Learning Programme Manager, NHS Education South Central
I have found the process of taking part in the Towards Maturity Benchmark really useful. It will be very helpful to know how our activities compare with others so that we can build on our strengths and improve our weaknesses
