Vendors

Evaluating eLearning Vendors

Vendor evaluation criteria and questions for selecting eLearning providers.

Introduction

Choosing an eLearning vendor is a high-stakes decision. The right partner can accelerate program delivery, while the wrong one creates headaches. This guide provides a checklist and sample questions.

Evaluation Criteria

  • Content quality and relevance
  • Technical compatibility (SCORM, xAPI, mobile)
  • Customer support and SLAs
  • Pricing and licensing models

Questions to Ask

Ask vendors to demonstrate reporting capabilities, integration with HR systems, and customization options. Request case studies with organizations like yours.

Conclusion

A structured vendor evaluation process saves time and avoids costly mistakes. Document scores and feedback consistently across options.

Published 2025-09-05

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