A growing number of Learning Management Systems are now moving towards SaaS approach. In this article the E-Learning analyst Craig Weiss highlights the elements that will drive SaaS success in the market, as well as the most recurring LMS Critical Needs.
SaaS LMS Drivers
- High Data Transfer allows users to have Minimal Lag Time while performing operations
- Thanks to the APIs, is possible to expand software/application’s capabilities
- Updates: Enhancements always win
- As Downtime will impact, a high 99.9% of Uptime is mandatory
Critical Needs
End users for SaaS LMSs have made it clear that they want a system that offers the next level of learning
Administrator Requirements:
Virtual Classroom and Single Sign On
SSL and Competence Management
End users requirements
82% – self-registration is required
81% – assessment tool and skill gap analysis are critical
75% – classroom management is mission critical
62% – a dashboard for a quick overview is needed
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This is an excerpt from the Craig Weiss‘ report “SaaS Learning Management Systems For the Small Business Market“: in order to know more, you can download the whole Report for free!