Outsourcing & DFY Services
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Freelance, in-house, or done-for-you? Three ways to get eLearning built
Three common paths to get eLearning built: hire a freelancer, staff it in-house, or use a done-for-you service. Each commits you to something different. This guide covers the honest trade-offs.
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eLearning as a service: when to switch
eLearning-as-a-service trades project-by-project engagements for an ongoing subscription-style relationship. It's not a better model by default — it's a different one. Here's how to tell whether your L&D program is actually a fit.
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Consultant or agency: which do you actually need?
"Should we hire a consultant or an agency?" is one of the first questions L&D teams ask when scoping an eLearning project. The honest answer depends on the shape of the work — not on who's cheaper or more senior.
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The real differences between ID service packages
Vendors offer "packages" that sound similar on the website: project-based, retainer, productized, eLearning-as-a-service. The commitments behind those labels are very different. This guide breaks down what each one actually means and how to tell which fits your project.