a manner which existed only in our parents and grandparents imaginations. Within

little more than a generation, we have moved from an era where it took a letter weeks

to reach its destination, to one in which the click of a button can transfer information

anywhere in the world in a matter of minutes. It is this same technology that has

revolutionized training and development programs. This information and

communications technology, which encompasses the Internet, Intranet, and CD ROMS,

is not a passing fad promoted by Bill Gates or his counterparts, but rather a resource

It is perhaps in business and industry where this information and

communications technology has had the most impact. Not only has technology

"changed the nature of work but has also become the essential tool by which people in

the professions, industry and commerce maintain their knowledge and skills" (Working

Smarter, p. 1). In today's ever changing work environment, the value of a

knowledgeable, competent workforce is tremendous, and the role that technology plays

in producing these capable employees should not be underestimate

courses, networking and informal discussions that turn professionals into key

material. Even though the Internet and Intranet are slow in comparison to

as travel and lodging, are not a factor with electronic training, and therefore reduce

Additionally, because the training information is available via the Internet or

to realize that outcome? What's the necessary core content? What combination of

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