Volvo Transforms Virtual Training Efficiency and Engagement

Virtual training has become a cornerstone of professional development for organizations striving to adapt to evolving workforce needs. By combining dynamic, engaging learning experiences with streamlined operations, Class empowers businesses like Volvo to transform their training programs into strategic advantages.

Volvo's journey to modernize and improve its training initiatives showcases how Class supports those efforts to create more engaging virtual training environments, save time, and drive efficiency. Whether you're seeking to boost participant engagement or simplify operational workflows, Volvo's experience demonstrates how virtual classrooms can drive measurable results in professional development.

Reducing training preparation

Volvo’s training team has also experienced significant time savings thanks to Class. As Scott noted, “Flexibility is key for educators balancing teaching responsibilities with their own learning. Our tools provide them the freedom to grow at their own pace while ensuring the highest quality training.”

Behe’s observation highlights a critical factor in today’s professional development landscape: flexibility. Training programs must adapt to the demands of educators who are juggling multiple roles. By prioritizing tools that respect and accommodate their time, Volvo ensures its team can focus on what matters most—delivering meaningful, high-quality learning experiences.

Speaking to the power of flexibility in fostering learning, Liz Smith, the Aftermarket Training Manager at Volvo, highlighted the practical benefits: “The ability to access recorded sessions and revisit materials ensures that no one falls behind, even in a busy schedule.” When learners have the freedom to engage with materials on their own terms as their schedule permits, it not only supports diverse learning styles but also creates a culture of inclusivity.

Class allows training teams to:

• Reduce the time spent on logistical planning
• Offer recorded sessions for on-demand learning
• Streamline content updates across multiple cohorts

Streamlining workflows for greater efficiency

By integrating innovative solutions, Class helps organizations focus on delivering impactful training rather than getting bogged down by administrative tasks.

Juan Medina, Vehicle Sales Training Manager at Volvo, shared, “These tools have streamlined our workflows, saving us time and allowing us to focus more on delivering impactful training.” Medina’s experience illustrates a broader benefit: the ability to refocus on core objectives. By minimizing the time and energy spent on administrative overhead, Volvo’s training team can channel their efforts into creating meaningful learning moments that resonate with participants and drive tangible outcomes.

Deitra Dobbins, a Program Manager, added, “The insights we’re gathering from using Class have been invaluable in shaping how we approach training and engagement across the board.” The ability to gather actionable insights enables Volvo to continuously refine its approach, ensuring that its training programs remain relevant, engaging, and aligned with organizational goals.

The Class-Cornerstone integration

The recent integration of Class with Cornerstone’s learning and development platform marks a significant step forward in professional training. Behe explained, “By integrating with Cornerstone, we’re bridging the gap between dynamic virtual classrooms and comprehensive learning management systems.”

This integration reflects a forward-thinking vision for professional development. By combining the strengths of a dynamic virtual classroom with a robust learning management system, Volvo is poised to deliver training experiences that are both immersive and seamlessly managed.

Creating more engaging virtual training experiences

The shift from traditional to modern training methods isn’t just about technology; it’s about reimagining how instructors and learners connect. By adopting Class, Volvo also ensured that their training and development programs not only kept pace with changing expectations but also set a new standard for engagement and innovation.

“We wanted to simplify and enhance the professional development journey for educators,“ explained Scott Behe, Senior Manager of Operations at Volvo. “By leveraging dynamic virtual classrooms, we’re bridging the gap between traditional training methods and modern learning solutions.”

Volvo’s approach demonstrates that digital transformation doesn’t mean sacrificing the qualities that make training effective; instead, it’s an opportunity to enhance those qualities through new tools and techniques. This alignment of technology with participant needs is what makes their solution truly impactful. With interactive tools and real-time feedback, Class empowers learners to stay actively engaged in their training sessions, ensuring better retention and practical application of skills.

Zana Abdullai, a Training Specialist at Volvo, echoed this sentiment, noting, “Class has given us the ability to bring our in-person training into a virtual space without losing the engagement and hands-on experience our participants value.”

Driving efficiency and engagement with Class

Class ensures organizations like Volvo remain agile and forward-thinking in their approach to professional development. By offering unparalleled flexibility, leveraging data-driven insights, and integrating seamlessly with platforms like Cornerstone, Class transforms training into not just a necessity but a strategic advantage. Volvo’s experience underscores how these innovations create engaging, efficient, and future-ready training programs tailored to meet the demands of modern businesses.

Connect with a member of the Class team to discover how you can transform your organization’s virtual training programs into powerful paths for engagement, efficiency, and growth.