How to improve conditions for workplace learning : Addressing barriers to learning is important

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Different types of barrier can impede the learning that is critical within workplaces that are complex and challenging. Firms that identify and successfully address these barriers become better placed to create conditions that are more conducive to workplace learning. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.