Why A Business Simulation for Training and Development

Hello SimDev Community-

We have covered this topic one way or another, but not directly. Why use a business simulation for learning and development? There are many answers, but the easiest is: A Business Simulation helps change things quicker. When we say things, we really mean behavior. The whole goal of training is to create positive change. The best way to create change is to let people try a theory and learn themselves. The learning then becomes natural. Simply telling a manager, "these leadership competencies are good" is rarely enough. They need to try applying the competencies to experience how it positively impacts their business.

This brings us to a second important point. A business simulation is best when it applies to their business. A generic business simulation helps, but isn't optimal. A custom business simulation that is not just tailored, but completely customized around a business works best. This way, the participants are given the opportunity to try the learning content theory on their own business. Thus, the solution is far more applicable. This accomplishes a few important aspects of learning:

1. A business simulation enables participants to try your training and development content
2. A custom business simulation enables participants to try your training and development content on their business
3. A custom business simulation quickly changes behavior which helps a company quickly move in the direction needed

We're going to continue to talk about this in the future, but thought this would be a good place to start.

Have a great weekend!