Case Study: The Power of Learning: Accelerating Integration in Technology Acquisitions
Executive Summary
When TrainingPros’ global technology client acquired a domain name registry services business, integrating new associates and ensuring smooth operations became a top priority. To support this transition, TrainingPros worked with our client to develop a self-directed onboarding program tailored to the Associate Product Support Tech role. This curriculum included eLearning, microlearning, job aids, and activities to equip employees with both technical and soft skills. Approximately 75% of the content was newly developed, with a strong emphasis on highly technical concepts critical to the domain registry business.
The Challenge
With the acquisition of a domain name registry services business, the global technology company faced a critical challenge—integrating new employees into their organization while ensuring they had the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed. The company needed an efficient, scalable onboarding program that could support new hires and help them quickly adapt to their roles without disrupting business operations.
Key challenges included:
- Ensuring new associates understood the company’s systems, policies, and culture.
- Delivering a structured onboarding experience with both technical and soft skill training.
- Designing a program that was engaging, self-directed, and accessible to a global workforce.
- Developing a significant amount of new training content to cover complex technical concepts unique to the domain registry industry.
The Solution
TrainingPros partnered with the client to design, develop, and manage a self-directed onboarding program. The program delivered a learning experience that allowed employees to progress at their own pace while gaining the critical skills needed for their roles.
Key elements of the solution:
- New Highly Technical Content – Approximately 75% of the onboarding materials were newly developed, covering in-depth technical topics specific to domain registry operations, including DNS management, Tel hosting, Locality Domains, and compliance standards.
- eLearning Modules – Seven eLearning courses designed using RISE and Storyline, each featuring SME insights and knowledge checks, ensuring comprehension within a digestible 10-15 minute format.
- Microlearning Videos – Four bite-sized videos (7-10 minutes each) to reinforce key concepts in a format aligned with the client’s preferences.
- Job Aids & Documents – 17 downloadable resources, including step-by-step guides and reference materials, to support on-the-job learning.
- Self-Directed Learning Approach – A mix of interactive eLearning, microlearning, and job aids, allowing employees to take ownership of their learning journey and progress at their own pace.
- Brand & Culture Education – Training included an introduction to the company’s history, mission, values, and overall culture to help new associates feel connected to the organization.
- Soft Skills Development – In addition to technical training, the program incorporated key soft skills such as effective communication, problem-solving, and collaboration to ensure associates could work efficiently with customers and internal teams.
The Result
The customized onboarding program provided new associates with the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in their roles. The self-directed approach allowed for flexibility while ensuring consistency in training delivery.
- Faster ramp-up time, enabling associates to onboard efficiently and reduce time to proficiency.
- Improved knowledge retention through engaging and structured learning formats.
- A stronger sense of belonging through brand education, helping employees integrate smoothly into the company culture.
- Enhanced technical expertise due to the development of new, industry-specific training content.
- A scalable and sustainable training program that can be easily updated and expanded as needed.
Conclusion
By leveraging TrainingPros’ expertise in technical writing, instructional design, and project management, the global technology company successfully transitioned its newly acquired employees while maintaining seamless operations.
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