A training management system (TMS), training management software, or training resource management system (TRMS) is a
software application
Software is a set of computer programs and associated documentation and data. This is in contrast to hardware, from which the system is built and which actually performs the work.
At the lowest programming level, executable code consists ...
for the administration, documentation, tracking, and reporting of
instructor-led-training programs. A TMS focuses on back-office processes and is considered a tool for corporate training administrators. A TMS serves as a central
enterprise resource planning
Enterprise resource planning (ERP) is the integrated management of main business processes, often in real time and mediated by software and technology. ERP is usually referred to as a category of Business management tools, business management ...
(ERP) system specific to the training industry. Such a system can be complemented by other learning technologies such as a
learning management system
A learning management system (LMS) is a software application for the administration, documentation, tracking, reporting, automation, and delivery of educational courses, training programs, materials or learning and development programs. The learni ...
, and form part of the
educational technology
Educational technology (commonly abbreviated as edutech, or edtech) is the combined use of computer hardware, software, and educational theory and practice to facilitate learning. When referred to with its abbreviation, edtech, it often refer ...
ecosystem.
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. Some TMSs also manage financial aspects, including budget forecasting and cost-tracking.
TMSs are often used by regulated industries for
compliance training
Compliance training refers to the process of educating employees on laws, regulations and company policies that apply to their day-to-day job responsibilities. An organization that engages in compliance training typically hopes to accomplish sever ...
.
TMSs can be complemented by other learning technologies such as a
learning management system
A learning management system (LMS) is a software application for the administration, documentation, tracking, reporting, automation, and delivery of educational courses, training programs, materials or learning and development programs. The learni ...
for e-learning management and course delivery.
Technical aspects
Most TMSs are web-based . 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 (SaaS ) is a software licensing and delivery model in which software is licensed on a subscription basis and is centrally hosted. SaaS is also known as "on-demand software" and Web-based/Web-hosted software.
SaaS is cons ...
(software as a service), with hosting provided by the vendors.
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See also
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Competency-based management
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Student information system A student information system (SIS), student management system, school administration software or student administration system is a management information system for education sector establishments used to manage student data. It integrates student ...
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