How do you maximize your company's competitive advantage? In the past, the answer was technology But in today's global marketplace, nearly all corporations are technology-oriented The new competitive edge is human performance Unfortunately, few executives realize that a technology exists for developing and managing performance That's озлфы where this book comes in How to Make Smart Decisions About Training provides training and human resource professionals with a practical, step-by-step guide to: - Assessing the value of proposed training programs - Choosing training programs that will deliver intended results - Ensuring that training focuses on critical skills learners need to perform their jobs competently - Securing needed buy-in and support from key stakeholders.  InterchISBN 1879618206.