This document provides 6 considerations for purchasing an LMS: 1) List requirements, 2) Construct use cases, 3) Send an RFP, 4) Request a sandbox from vendors, 5) Organize pilot testing, and 6) Set an implementation timeline. It emphasizes being clear on requirements, testing the LMS thoroughly, and establishing a timeline.

1. 6 Considerations Before
Purchasing an LMS

2. Being clear on your requirements from the
start will help you:
• Find the correct solution to your problem
• Avoid going for an LMS with a lot of
unnecessary features
1. List your Requirements
Some important LMS features
to look for in the LMS
LMS
• In-built authoring capability
• Mobile and offline access
• Host different content formats
• Ecommerce
• ILT and VILT support
• Quick and easy deployment
• Gamification
• Intuitive and simple navigation
• Collaborative learning approaches
• Multiple user roles
• Time-saving workflows
• Learning paths creation
• High customization
• Tools/software integration
• Multiple language support

3. The kind of LMS you purchase should
be based on fulfilling the actual needs
of your end users.
You can do this by:
• Building use cases
• Letting vendors hold a use-case
demonstration
2. Construct Use Cases

4. The RFP should include:
• Company information
• Training goals, and how you expect the
LMS to reach those.
• Required functionalities for different users
• Required integration functionalities
(webinar platforms, HRIS, eCommerce, etc.)
• A timeline by when you want the LMS to be
fully functional.
3. Send a Request for Proposal (RFP)

5. • Ask prospective vendors for a trial
run to determine the actual look
and feel of the LMS.
Be clear about:
• What features you want to test
• Who will do the testing
• The minimum requirements that
needs to be met
4. Request Vendors for a Sandbox

6. Pilot test your new LMS with a larger and
more diverse group of learners to:
• Get feedback from users on:
• Ease of use
• Navigation
• Course accessibility
• Collaboration features
• Analyze tracking and reporting features
in-depth
5. Organize a Pilot Testing

7. Finalize timelines with your vendor for
seamless delivery of a ready-to-implement
LMS. Consider:
• Implementation time
• Time required for:
• Data migration
• Trial run and pilot testing
• Admin training
• Debugging
Remember: The complexity of integration
will also affect the timeline.
6. Set a Timeline for Implementation

8. Thank You!
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