In today’s fast-changing work environment, training employees is no longer about a one-time classroom session or a stack of manuals. Across Europe, companies are embracing digital learning platforms (LMS) to ensure their employees are always updated, efficient, and competitive. Italy, however, is still behind this trend — and the cost of delay is high.

Italy vs. Other EU Countries

While countries like Germany and France have widely integrated e-learning into their corporate culture, Italy remains slower to adopt. According to European training surveys, nearly 70% of German companies use digital platforms for employee training, while in Italy this figure is closer to 30–35%. This gap creates a risk: Italian businesses that don’t digitize training may struggle to compete with better-trained, more efficient European rivals.

Why Traditional Training Doesn’t Work Anymore

Most Italian companies still rely on experienced workers or managers to train newcomers. On the surface, it seems practical — but in reality, it’s expensive and inefficient. Every hour a senior worker spends teaching is an hour of lost productivity. Worse, knowledge transfer is inconsistent: one new hire may learn differently than another, leading to gaps that can affect quality, safety, and efficiency.

Advantages of Digital Training (LMS)

A Learning Management System (LMS) like Scuola Video transforms training into a modern, scalable process: 

• Consistency – All employees receive the same training materials, reducing mistakes. 
• Accessibility – Courses are available 24/7, on desktop and mobile, perfect for shift workers.
• Cost-effectiveness – No need for printing, travel, or dedicating senior staff to training.
• Scalability – Train 10 people or 1,000 with the same effort.

The Multilingual Workforce Factor

Italy’s workforce is multicultural. In 2023 alone, over 5.3 million foreign workers contributed to the Italian economy, many from Spain, Latin America, Pakistan, India, and other regions. Yet most company training remains in Italian only. This creates barriers, especially in safety training, where clear understanding is critical.

Scuola Video LMS offers multilingual content — English, Spanish, Urdu/Hindi, Punjabi — ensuring no worker is left behind. This isn’t just about inclusion, it’s about compliance, safety, and efficiency.

Beyond Employees: Educating Customers & Partners

Training doesn’t stop with employees. Many companies struggle with high volumes of customer service requests simply because their clients don’t fully understand the product. An LMS solves this problem:

• Product demos available anytime.
• Step-by-step tutorials that reduce calls to customer support.
• Partner training for distributors and retailers.

For example, a machinery manufacturer can create an LMS course showing buyers how to operate equipment safely — reducing accidents and improving customer satisfaction.

Competitiveness: The Case for Italy

Younger employees expect digital solutions. Companies that still rely on classroom-style or informal training risk being seen as outdated. On the other hand, those that embrace LMS platforms gain:

• Faster onboarding and retention.
• A more attractive workplace for skilled young talent.
• Stronger positioning in European markets.

In other words: adopting digital training is no longer a “nice to have.” It’s essential for staying competitive.

Scuola Video LMS: Built for Italian Companies

Scuola Video LMS is designed to help Italian businesses catch up with EU training trends. Companies can: 

• Upload their own materials (manuals, videos, presentations). 
• Request ad-hoc courses created by our experts. 
• Access multilingual courses already available, like our Patente Italiana preparation in English, Spanish, and Urdu/Hindi, or finance/banking courses in Punjabi and other languages.

Whether you run a factory, a retail chain, or a professional training center, Scuola Video LMS adapts to your needs.

Conclusion

Italian companies cannot afford to ignore the future of training. Digital learning is not just about saving costs — it’s about building safer, smarter, and more competitive businesses.

👉 The time to act is now. Explore how Scuola Video LMS can transform the way your company trains employees, educates customers, and competes in Europe.

Visit: www.scuolavideo.com or download our app on Android and iOS.