American Society for Training and Development
http://www.astd.org/
This organization is the equivalent of SHRM. Formed to serve the consultants and practitioners of training and human resource development, it has members world wide. Most of the site is available to members only, but you can read about the T&D function by clicking “Training Fundamentals” on the left hand border. Once in the “Learning Community”, click on any topic, “Reading & Resources” for access to articles and ideas.
http://www.astd.org/
This organization is the equivalent of SHRM. Formed to serve the consultants and practitioners of training and human resource development, it has members world wide. Most of the site is available to members only, but you can read about the T&D function by clicking “Training Fundamentals” on the left hand border. Once in the “Learning Community”, click on any topic, “Reading & Resources” for access to articles and ideas.
The Association for Quality and Participation
http://www.aqp.org/
The organization is an outgrowth of the employee empowerment, self-directed work team, quality improvement team movement started in the late 1970s. For those of you who like the idea of employee involvement in performance assessment, this is a very helpful organization. To sample articles from their Journal, click on “Publications”.
http://www.aqp.org/
The organization is an outgrowth of the employee empowerment, self-directed work team, quality improvement team movement started in the late 1970s. For those of you who like the idea of employee involvement in performance assessment, this is a very helpful organization. To sample articles from their Journal, click on “Publications”.
International Society for Performance and Improvement
http://www.ispi.org/
This world-wide organization invented the field of “performance technology” which refers to a more academic, or theoretical, and technical approach to performance improvement. Here is where you will find a definition and example of a “job aid”, useful information to know when doing your homework assignment… (Go to “Search This Site”, type in “job aid”, from the list that appears select “99 Seconds On Line”, from the list that appears select “Kathleen S. Whiteside: Performance Review Analysis Worksheet”.)
http://www.ispi.org/
This world-wide organization invented the field of “performance technology” which refers to a more academic, or theoretical, and technical approach to performance improvement. Here is where you will find a definition and example of a “job aid”, useful information to know when doing your homework assignment… (Go to “Search This Site”, type in “job aid”, from the list that appears select “99 Seconds On Line”, from the list that appears select “Kathleen S. Whiteside: Performance Review Analysis Worksheet”.)
Center for Effective Performance
http://www.cepworldwide.com/index.html
This is a consulting group and publisher, provider of performance improvement consulting, and exclusive source for materials and workshops developed by Dr. Robert F. Mager. Click “View Newsletters” to read articles on training and performance improvement. See especially “How to Conduct a Needs Assessment That Gets Results”.
http://www.cepworldwide.com/index.html
This is a consulting group and publisher, provider of performance improvement consulting, and exclusive source for materials and workshops developed by Dr. Robert F. Mager. Click “View Newsletters” to read articles on training and performance improvement. See especially “How to Conduct a Needs Assessment That Gets Results”.
Workforce: HR Trends & Tools for Business Results
http://www.workforceonline.com/
This is the website for the magazine “Workforce” and has many excerpts from its publications available on the web site. They are known for some focus on compensation and benefits, so check this section out.
http://www.workforceonline.com/
This is the website for the magazine “Workforce” and has many excerpts from its publications available on the web site. They are known for some focus on compensation and benefits, so check this section out.
Zigon Performance Group Online
http://www.zigonperf.com/
This is the web site for Jack Zigon, performance management consultant. It is worth checking out for the extensive postings he maintains of FREE performance measurement resources.
http://www.zigonperf.com/
This is the web site for Jack Zigon, performance management consultant. It is worth checking out for the extensive postings he maintains of FREE performance measurement resources.
Team Builders Plus
http://www.teambuildersplus.com/
This is another consulting firm, selling training and performance management solutions. I selected this site because they post some articles and descriptions of 360 degree feedback, which is their major area of expertise. If you’re interested in learning more about this, check them out.
http://www.teambuildersplus.com/
This is another consulting firm, selling training and performance management solutions. I selected this site because they post some articles and descriptions of 360 degree feedback, which is their major area of expertise. If you’re interested in learning more about this, check them out.
Development Dimensions International
http://www.ddiworld.com/default.asp
DDI is one of the most well-known developers for “off-the-shelf” solutions for selection and training needs. They developed the “Discipline” training video. As they say on the website, “For more than three decades, Development Dimensions International has worked with some of the world’s most successful organizations to achieve superior business results by building engaged, high performing workforces. We excel in two major areas–designing and implementing selection systems that enable you to hire better people faster and identifying and developing exceptional leadership talent crucial to creating a workforce that drives business results. We don’t measure success just by how many people complete a leadership development program or how many open positions get filled. We measure it by how effectively our solutions are applied. And by positive changes in the performance of your workforce leading to sustainable business results.”
http://www.ddiworld.com/default.asp
DDI is one of the most well-known developers for “off-the-shelf” solutions for selection and training needs. They developed the “Discipline” training video. As they say on the website, “For more than three decades, Development Dimensions International has worked with some of the world’s most successful organizations to achieve superior business results by building engaged, high performing workforces. We excel in two major areas–designing and implementing selection systems that enable you to hire better people faster and identifying and developing exceptional leadership talent crucial to creating a workforce that drives business results. We don’t measure success just by how many people complete a leadership development program or how many open positions get filled. We measure it by how effectively our solutions are applied. And by positive changes in the performance of your workforce leading to sustainable business results.”
Achieve Global
http://www.achieveglobal.com/
Achieve Global is another well-respected vendor of “off-the-shelf” training and performance solutions. They compete with DDI for many of the same clients.
http://www.achieveglobal.com/
Achieve Global is another well-respected vendor of “off-the-shelf” training and performance solutions. They compete with DDI for many of the same clients.
