OutStart, the leading provider of software solutions for learning and knowledge-sharing, announced they have entered into an enterprise license agreement with the U.S. Navy. The Naval Education Training Command (NETC) is actively using OutStart Evolution LCMS (Learning Content Management System) for key training initiatives both land based and in disconnected environments aboard ships and submarines.
As part of the “Revolution in Training” initiative OutStart solutions have helped the Navy to:
- Leverage prescriptive learning to make a significant impact in reducing the number of training hours required per Sailor. Now, Sailors can graduate with the same knowledge in as little as 38 days versus 106. This reflects a 45% reduction in training time and 65% reduction of actual in-class training time providing an overall saving to the Navy of $7,000 per Sailor ($8-$10 million total) without sacrificing quality.
- Save approximately $5 million by reducing course development time by 50% using Evolution LCMS to create Sharable Content Objects which can be assembled and reused dynamically across different courses rather than building each course separately.
“Due to the scope and importance of the U.S Navy’s responsibilities, it is critical they have the capability to deliver fast, reliable training solutions that ensure all Navy Personnel are fully empowered to perform their duties.” said Massood Zarrabian, president and CEO, OutStart. “It is an honor that a prestigious organization such as the U.S. Navy has chosen to take our business relationship to the next level. OutStart’s technology will enable the Navy to continue delivering quick, effective and cost-efficient training to Navy Personnel, thus putting them in a position to succeed in their respective duties.”
About OutStart
OutStart eKnowledge software powers formal and on-demand learning, knowledge sharing and community/expert collaboration solutions that enable knowledge workers – employees, partners, and customers – to perform their roles far more efficiently and effectively. Customers like Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Tweeter, ING, Sara Lee, Steelcase, the U.S. Navy, Verizon, AgustaWestland and Unilever rely on OutStart to increase individual and organizational performance, improve knowledge transfer and lower operating costs. Headquartered in Boston, Mass. , OutStart has offices throughout the US and Europe and can be found on the Web at www.outstart.com .
