Why L&D remains a core strategic priority

Editor’s note

Dear readers,

Organisations looking to slash overheads in response to worsening economic conditions should avoid scaling back on learning and development (L&D) or risk creating a significant learning gap, according to new industry insight.

Read on to discover why giving professionals the chance to upskill will help organisations to prosper in a disrupted market.

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All the best,

Fin Murphy – Commissioning and Production Editor, HRD Connect

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