Learning Accelerator can significantly reduce the time it takes for users to master Lawson

ST. PAUL, Minn., Mar 06, 2007 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Lawson Software (Nasdaq:LWSN) today introduced Lawson Learning Accelerator, a Lawson Learning solution designed to improve adoption of Lawson applications and help customers gain the most from their ERP investment. Learning Accelerator delivers interactive simulations, based on a customer's configured software, directly to the user's desktop. By giving users the opportunity to practice using Lawson in a simulated setting, new skills are gained and quickly transferred to the job without risk to live systems.

"Learning Accelerator gives us a way to capture best practices in completing key tasks, and then builds them into realistic practice activities. Learning this way is very engaging for users and we have found that learning retention is extremely high," said Alan Hupp, vice president, Lawson Learning. "A successful ERP implementation hinges on whether users actually know how to use the system - and how long it takes to get there. In addition to the initial learning for the user, Learning Accelerator produces tests, job aids and documentation that continue to reinforce successful job performance."

Lawson Learning Accelerator was developed based on industry best practices and in collaboration with technology training expert Charles Fred, CEO of the Breakaway Group, a management consulting firm that focuses on training, performance and growth. "Learning Accelerator can reduce training content development time by as much as 80 percent," said Fred. "It allows us to quickly create interactive simulations that fit individual learning styles and the specific tasks associated with individual roles."

Learning Accelerator is designed to help predict successful job performance by allowing learners to demonstrate that they know how to properly complete key tasks by testing out on a series of practice exercises. The process delivers valid assessments and measures learner progress as well as their adoption of the specific software application.

"User adoption is a make-or-break challenge in all enterprise software implementations, and effective training is the key to user adoption," said Hupp. "Businesses make significant investments in enterprise applications, so it's critical that effective learning is built into their planning for these kinds of technology implementations."

About Lawson Software

Lawson Software provides software and service solutions to 4,000 customers in manufacturing, distribution, maintenance and service sector industries across 40 countries. Lawson's solutions include Enterprise Performance Management, Supply Chain Management, Enterprise Resource Planning, Customer Relationship Management, Manufacturing Resource Planning, Enterprise Asset Management and industry-tailored applications. Lawson solutions assist customers in simplifying their businesses or organizations by helping them streamline processes, reduce costs and enhance business or operational performance. Lawson is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn., and has offices around the world. Visit Lawson online at www.lawson.com.

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