Training management system

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A training management system (TMS), training management software, or training resource management system (TRMS) is a software application for the administration, documentation, tracking, and reporting of instructor-led-training programs. [1] A TMS focuses on back-office processes and is considered a tool for corporate training administrators. [2] A TMS can be a module in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. [3] Such a system can form part of the educational technology ecosystem.

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Purpose

The training management process includes managing and maintaining training records of any organization. A TMS manages back-office processes for corporate instructor-led-training administration and typically handles session registration, course administration, tracking, effective monitoring and reporting. [4] [5] [6] Some TMSs also manage financial aspects, including budget forecasting and cost-tracking. [7] [8]

TMSs are often used by regulated industries for compliance training. [9]

TMSs can be complemented by other learning technologies such as a learning management system for e-learning management and course delivery. [10] [11] [12]

Technical aspects

Most TMSs are web-based [ citation needed ]. TMSs were originally designed to be locally hosted on-premise, where the organization purchases a license to a version of the software, and installs it on their own servers and network. Many TMSs are also offered as SaaS (software as a service), with hosting provided by the vendors. [13]

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