Future Of Learning Management Systems
30 Jan, 2026
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Executive Summary
As workforces scale and job roles become more nuanced, the difficulty of managing all aspects of training, development and continuous learning has increased. Learning management systems (LMSs) are central to addressing this challenge, whether deployed as standalone solutions or embedded in broader EHS software suites. This report is aimed at LMS product teams seeking to understand how growing customer expectations, advances in AI, and an expanding ecosystem of specialist content and software providers are redefining what a ‘good’ LMS looks like. It assesses the capabilities required to lead the market and highlights vendors that are making meaningful progress in differentiating their LMS offerings.Summary for decision-makers
Learning management systems (LMSs) ensure safety compliance and competency at scale
LMSs streamline the administration and organization of programmes that enhance workers’ learning and development
LMSs deliver greater impact by accommodating individual needs
Firms with strong workforce training, learning and development needs will influence LMS product roadmaps
AI and vendor expertise are driving the development of the LMS market
AI integration will create a new class of enhanced LMS vendors
The effectiveness of LMSs will hinge on integration with specialist EHS software and content providers
Figure 1. LMS functionality to support training, learning and development workflows
Figure 2. Different learning styles applied to EHS training
Figure 3. How LMSs support contractor safety management through the project life cycle
Figure 4. Features that will differentiate the next generation of LMSs
Figure 5. EHS software vendors featured in the 2025 Verdantix EHS software Green Quadrant
3E, AMCS, Atlantic
Training, AutoVRse, Avetta, Benchmark
Gensuite, ClickSafety, Cognassist, ComplianceQuest, Cority, Danone, DNV, dss+, DuPont, EcoOnline, ecoPortal, EHA
Soft Solutions, EHS
Insight, Enhesa, ERM, Evotix, HSI, Ideagen, iHasco, Immerse, Intelex, International
Energy Agency (IEA), IsoMetrix, Jincom, KPA, Luminous, MARCOM Group, Microsoft, OpenSesame, Origami
Risk, Pisys, Pixaera, RSG
Mining, SafetyCulture, SafeXtend, Skillsoft, Sphera, TenForce, The
Access Group, Train
Together, UL
Solutions, VelocityEHS, Virti, Vubiz, Wolters
Kluwer Enablon, Zillow
About the Authors

Moses Makin
Industry Analyst
Moses is an Industry Analyst specializing in contractor management and the application of AI to safety management. He advises technology vendors and practitioners on real-worl...
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Nathan Goldstein
Senior Manager
Nathan is a Senior Manager at Verdantix, specializing in EHS software and the convergence of sustainability, EHS and operational risk. He leads research that helps corporate d...
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