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Knowledge Direct is a learning management platform that combines advanced technology with ease-of use, helping associations to develop rich, customized and social learning experiences that are accessible to anybody, anywhere.

Last updated: August 2022
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About the vendor
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Customers
  • Large Enterprises (>10,000)
  • Non Profits
  • Small/Medium Businesses
Use Cases
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Industries
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Deployment
  • Software as a Service / Cloud
Platforms
  • Mac
  • Windows
Browsers
  • Apple Safari
  • Google Chrome
  • Internet Explorer
Training
  • Documentation
  • Live Online
  • Online Tutorials
Support
  • 24/7
  • Email
  • Knowledge Base
  • Phone
Supported Specifications
  • SCORM 1.1
  • SCORM 1.2
  • Section 508
  • xAPI/Tin Can API
Languages Supported
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LinkedIn Page
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What is Knowledge Direct?

Digitec Interactive's LMS, Knowledge Direct, is an online learning platform that uses training automation to help leaders get their people smarter… faster with training that sticks.

Using triggered automation, our clients see higher learning retention over traditional methods, while saving time and money.

Digitec Interactive, the developers of Knowledge Direct, is the only team that combines over 20 years of experience with award-winning technology AND award-winning instructional designers.

We can help identify your training needs, then setup the learning journeys to get your people smarter… faster.

ON-DEMAND

Learners receive targeted instruction, available whenever and wherever.

TRAINING AUTOMATION

Learning journeys,
time-spaced reminders and messaging keep learners on track without you needing to nag!

EASY TO USE

Integrated content management means changes are easy. Create and manage all types of training, including self-paced, webinars – even live virtual conferences.

RESULTS

Automated reporting on events, webinars or self-paced learning, with a built-in testing engine and competencies to ensure mastery.

Overview of Knowledge Direct benefits

Knowledge Direct serves associations, non-profits, corporations, manufacturing, hospitality, IT, & medical organizations who want to provide education and training that produces results.

 
Activity Tracking
 
API
 
Assessment Management
 
Assignment Management
 
Asynchronous Learning
 
Blended Learning
 
Built-in Course Authoring
 
Certification Tracking
 
Compliance Management
 
Compliance Tracking
 
Content Library
 
Content Management
 
Course Authoring
 
Course Management
 
Course Tracking
 
Customizable Branding
 
Customizable Reports
 
eCommerce Management
 
eLearning Companies
 
Employee Portal
 
Gamification
 
Learner Portal
 
Learning Management
 
Learning Paths/Tracks
 
Mobile Learning
 
Multi-Language
 
Performance Metrics
 
Progress Reports
 
Progress Tracking
 
Reporting & Statistics
 
SCORM Compliance
 
Self Service Portal
 
Self-Learning
 
Single Sign On
 
Skills Assessment
 
Skills Tracking
 
Social Learning
 
Surveys & Feedback
 
Synchronous Learning
 
Tests/Assessments
 
Third-Party Integrations
 
Training Management
 
User Management
 
Video Conferencing

Features

Learn more about Knowledge Direct features that set it apart from the competition. Discover how its unique tools and capabilities enhance your processes.

Accounts

Add a new user Allows administrators to add new users directly to their LMS for streamlined user management.
Archive users Deactivate and store user accounts without deleting them.
Browse list of users View all registered users in the system.
Bulk User Actions Manage multiple user accounts at once.
Custom/Mandatory User profile fields Define required or optional fields for user profiles.
Upload users Import users via spreadsheet.

Activity grading

Course History View completed and ongoing courses for each user.
Gradebook
Gradebook audit trail
Gradebook comments
Manual Grading ("Marking") Manually review and grade submissions.
Multiple grading scales

AI Features

Adaptive Learning
AI Powered
Chatbot
Content development
Content Translation
Intelligent recommendations
Natural Language Processing
Predictive analysis
Quiz generation
Text-to-speech

Authentication

Active Directory/LDAP Integration Authenticate users via corporate directories.
Custom User login page Personalized login interface.
Manual Accounts
No login
SAML2/API Integration Single sign-on and external authentication.
Self-Registration Users create their own accounts.
Self-Registration w. Admin Confirmation User signup requires admin approval.

Categories

Assign Courses to categories Organize courses under specific categories.
Create new Categories Add new organizational groups for courses.
Manage Categories Edit, delete, or update categories.
Priced Categories (Bundle)

Certificate management

Certification life-cycle Track generation, renewal, and expiration.
Manage certification templates Customize certificate formats.
Predefined certification templates Use ready-made certificate designs.
Unique Certificate by Course
Unique Certification by Curriculum Different certificate per learning path.

Compliance management

Certificate expiration notifications Alerts when certificates are near expiry.
Certification Expiration Management Manage timelines and renewal rules.
Due Date notifications Notify learners of upcoming deadlines.
Soft/Hard Stop Due Dates Allow or block access after due dates.

Course Creation

Assignments Engine Create and manage learner assignments.
Built-In Authoring Tool Create content directly inside the platform.
Can reuse PPTs, PDFs, Videos Upload and repurpose existing material.
Changing Course default settings
Consume online video content Embed or stream video lessons.
Content Library
Course backup Options Backup and restore course data.
Drag & Drop Interactions
Hybrid Learning Courses
Learning Paths (Curriculums) Sequence courses into structured programs.
LRS
Scheduling LIVE events Plan webinars or virtual classes.
Survey Engine Create learner surveys.
Tests Engine Build quizzes and exams.
Upload courses Import courses into the platform.

Customization

Mobile Learning Support
Personalized views Customize interface per user.

Enrollment

Attendance Tracking Track presence in sessions.
Automated Enrollment (based on User data)
Guest Access Settings
Manual Enrollment Manually assign users to courses.
Progress Tracking
Self-enrollment Allow learners to join courses freely.
Self-enrollment (with a PIN #)
Survey enrollment (based on a response)

Format

Course Discussions Forum-style communication.
Gamification Format
Learner Upload
LIVE Chat Option Real-time messaging inside courses.
Social Format
Topics Format Organize course by topics.
Video Conferencing Integration Connect with tools like Zoom/Teams.
Weekly Format

Gamification

Badge customization
Badges Award digital achievements.
Customize Gamification mechanics
Leaderboards Rank learners based on achievements.
Levels
Points Award points for activity.
Rewards

Interface options

Additional external pages
Block Management Control layout blocks/widgets.
Calendar Settings Configure system calendar.
Language settings Set default or custom system language.
Learning Accessibility
Location Settings Configure regional settings.
Media embedding settings Control embedding permissions.
Multilanguage Support
Ready-made Themes Prebuilt platform designs.

Learning types

Asynchronous Instructor-led Instructor-led but not in real time.
Asynchronous Self-paced Learners progress independently.
Blended Learning Mix online and face‑to‑face training.
Synchronous Virtual Classroom

Mobile learning

Offline (disconnected Mobile app)
Online (Internet connected) Access content with full connectivity.

Offline

Support for offline access to content

Reports

Automated Report Scheduling Send reports automatically.
Canned Reports Prebuilt report templates.
Dashboards and Graphic Reports Visual analytics dashboards.
Email delivery of Reports Send reports via email.
Exporting Reports in variety of formats Export data as PDF, Excel, etc.
Grading Report Settings
Learning Analytics Tools
Training Record Maintenance

Roles

Define roles Create custom permission roles.
Role Assignment Assign roles to users.
System Permissions per role Control access rights.
Teams and Team Hierarchies

Security

Anti-spam
Anti-virus
IP Blocker
Restrict registration to specific domains
Strong Passwords Enforce secure password rules.

Shopping cart

Built-In Shopping Cart Sell courses directly.
Shopping Cart as Plug-In

System reports

Automatic email reports in predefined intervals Send periodic system reports.
Custom reports generator Create custom report layouts.
Email notification settings Control notification rules.
Live Logs Monitor system activity in real time.
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Pricing

Learn more about Knowledge Direct's pricing options, cost, and plans so you can make a well-informed, business-wise decision on the best software to use for organization.

Pricing Model
  • Subscription
License
  • Paid
Starting Price
  • N/A
Free Trial
  • No

Pricing is based on number of active users, customizations and integrations, and subscription fees.
Integrations

Learn more about Knowledge Direct's integration options.

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Salesforce CRM

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