Book excerpt: A learning management system is the cornerstone of any organization’s online training and development process. Like buying a car, purchasing an LMS is a significant investment and requires care and consideration. In “Lay the Groundwork for LMS Success,” Konstance Allen unpacks the process for choosing and purchasing an LMS. She details: · what an LMS is capable of · the individuals who should be on your LMS selection committee · how to create a request for information · the type of support you should expect from an LMS supplier.