Different types of disruptions in training and education businesses: What are they and how can they impact You?
In a world where disruption is happening at a lightning speed, the question of how to thrive in this fast-paced environment is increasingly important. There are many who have been disrupted out of business and there are many more who would be disrupted in the near future.
Disruption occurs when someone or something does something that causes your business model to no longer function as effectively as it once did. Let's take a closer look at what we just stated. Your business model is the mechanism by which you generate revenue. In exchange for money, you provide clients with an excellent value offering. The most typical forms of disruption imply that you will receive significantly less money or nothing at all for the value you provide. Customers, in other words, have stopped appreciating what you have to provide or supply to them. It's possible that all of your clients are affected at the same time. At other times, it may be specific client groups that are targeted. As a result, things no longer function in the same way they did previously. You reached a conclusion that you must make a difference.
Disruption in the education industry is imminent. With low enrolment rates, colleges are facing a recruitment crisis. The world’s economy is increasingly digitised and has gone from a linear to a circular economy. The boundaries between work and life have become blurred. In this world, it becomes important for education and training organisations to find their way in the changing environment or they will get disrupted out of business.
The pandemic and other unforeseen events
As the truth of the situation begins to sink in, As a result of months of dealing with COVID-19-related disruptions, business executives are beginning to recognise that the new normal is disruption after disruption. The answer is a state of ambiguity. No one has a game plan in place to manage all the uncertainties and disruptions an event such as a pandemic can produce. New business methods are being implemented slowly but steadily by companies. The pandemic has demonstrated that substantial, unforeseen business disruptions are not only possible but also probable; sales and business development teams must be built on strong and agile foundations that can adapt to these shifts in business conditions.
The computer viruses and opportunistic attacks
Malicious software, sometimes known as ‘malware,' is a type of computer virus that impacts businesses on a daily basis. It causes disruptions in information technology and computer systems, and in extreme circumstances, it has the capability of deleting, stealing, or holding for ransom sensitive company and personal data. When a computer virus is attached to a file and the file is accessed, the virus infects parts of or the entire machine. When you access or open any email or attachment, you must exercise extreme caution if you are not certain of its origin or if you have legitimate concerns such as that it is not from the proper source, that it has spelling errors, or that it contains emails that you did not expect.
The regulatory standards and practices
The regulatory environment is getting more and more complicated every day. But with a good understanding of these regulations, you can manage the risk better. Failure to comprehend or appropriately interpret the standards could result in very serious consequences very quickly for you and your organisation. In order to avoid any serious consequences that can result from not complying with them, it is important to understand these regulations and standards properly and clearly. Having compliance consultants can help you tremendously to understand your obligations and responsibilities and also these standards, guidelines and protocols.
Trainers and assessors
Trainers and assessors are crucial for any organisation, however, it is not possible to rely on one trainer or assessor for your organization. It is important to always have a Plan B in case something happens to your main person. It is, therefore, important to have more than one trainer and assessor so that you can rely on them when the other one is unavailable.
Marketing practices
We are living in an era where organizations are looking for training programs that are economical, time-saving, and most importantly, scalable. Marketing practices are not new. However, with the rise of new technologies that help develop better marketing strategies, businesses can now reach out to their target audience in a faster and more efficient way. There are many ways that marketing practices have changed with technology, but there are also many ways that they haven't. The most important thing is to see the difference between old-school techniques and new ones so you can use them in your business to your advantage.
These days, there are more and more digital marketing practices that can be used for marketing purposes. These new marketing practices should be used to reach and communicate to your students and learner cohorts. They will make them a lot easier to reach out to. For example, a good way is through social media platforms like Facebook or Instagram where they can easily see who created the content and what it has been posted about. This way, you will know if the students have seen your content or not, so you can easily figure out if their strategy is working or not.
Personal and professional development
Personal and professional development is the main factor of success for any person or business. So, we should always invest time and money in improving ourselves and our business practices. We have to be observant of what is happening around us, both in personal life and at work, so that we can take advantage of opportunities that come our way. You must know all about yourself, what are gaps in your skills and knowledge and be ready to fill them with professional development and personal development opportunities.
Not having a risk management strategy
In the event that your organisation has not produced or maintained a risk management strategy, this may be extremely problematic for you. Make sure you also participate in a full risk audit, which will allow you to identify any gaps in your system, policies, procedures and practices, and then target and eliminate them in a methodical fashion. Risk management consultants are qualified professionals who are skilled in the field of risk management. They offer advice, consultation and audit services to help businesses, corporations or individuals reduce their exposure to various types of risk.
The pace of change
Education and training organizations are responsible for the future of millions of learners. They cannot afford to be left behind, but it is no easy task to keep up with the pace of change. The ever-evolving nature of new technologies has changed the way that we work and live. The way that learners interact with content is also changing all the time, necessitating a shift in teaching styles to meet their needs. For example, mobile device usage has increased massively in recent years. A significant number of mobile users say they "never" use desktops or laptops anymore. This relatively sudden shift in technology will have an effect on how educators deliver learning material. With the fast pace of change, it is important for an education and training organization to keep up with the changes and offer solutions such as e-learning, m-learning according to the client's expectations and the requirements dictated by the time and technologies.
New entrants into markets and new services
The need for a better product or service is what will drive new entrants to the market. In order to ensure you are ready to face them, you must conduct business analysis to analyze what your competitors offer and how you can improve on it. One of the best ways of doing this would be by looking at their digital footprint and studying social conversations about them on social media.
In order to make sure that you are successful in your new endeavor, you should:
- Create an all-encompassing value proposition statement for your product and services,
- Establish credibility with customers through testimonials and case studies,
- Use the right marketing channels and tools such as ad networks or search engines
How to manage the disruptions?
Business upheavals and disruptions are continuously questioning the effectiveness of risk management policies and procedures. Risk management policies and procedures should consider these factors and evolve to keep up with these changes. This will ensure that businesses are at an advantage during such times of business upheavals and disruptions.
Why use CAQA services for risk assessment and risk management
The CAQA team can guide you to make well informed decisions about your organisation’s current and future needs. We consult businesses on how to manage their operations and increase profits. We do this by providing high quality, independent and impartial advice tailored to suit your situation. We are committed to the success of our clients, and we approach each task with care and attention. When you come to CAQA for help, you can be confident that we will listen carefully and work with you in your best interests.
You may be asking as to how we might assist you with business development, business analysis, risk management, auditing and regulatory compliance consulting. Please contact us by email at info@caqa.com.au.
