Unless it causes a reduction in production it is

Unless it
causes a reduction in production it is considered acceptable. There is also a risk of
possible unwanted communications between employees on social media which could be
harassing or abusive.
4. Training, informal learning, and knowledge management can benefit from use of social
media because trainees can use social media to share their knowledge and skills. Social

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collaboration tools include platforms that allow for virtual group meetings such as
Flowdock, Wimi, GoToMeeting and many more. The advantages of utilizing them
include reduced travel cost, increased access to knowledge, increased employee
satisfaction and communication cost savings.
5. Staff involvement in training and development is the most important organizational
characteristic that influences training because it determines how well a company
training program is used. Management knows the direction they want the company to
go, thus their input is pertinent to ensure the training remains focused on the company’s
goals. Employee input drives the needs for improvement and the depth of detail
needed in training.
6. Provide Development Opportunities and Communicate with Employees is the strategic
training and development initiative that should be supported regardless of economic
conditions. If employees do not have a current understanding of the equipment and
programs used to do their jobs they will fail as will the company. Allowing employees