But because it can do so much, most companies find the effort expended to create a well-researched and focused plan is well spent. It began as a simple evaluation of training programs at the DuPont Co.'s, Wilmington, DE, headquarters. But management's request for employee feedback resulted in the creation of a new method of training for the giant chemical producer. Courses focus on business skills, plant operations, engineering, facility management and other topics. Users have the ability to log on to an event and see a slide presentation while listening to the instructor over the phone.
Users can ask questions, chat with others in the session, and talk to the instructor.
The Virtual Workshop was so successful within DuPont that the company decided to open it to other interested parties who can join sessions for a fee. So far, some 850 companies have participated, many repeatedly, he adds, because of the program's content, convenience and easy access.