{"id":73327,"date":"2026-01-29T12:54:48","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T12:54:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.totara.fortyapp.com\/articles\/totara-unveils-compliance-skills-ai-features-product-update\/"},"modified":"2026-01-29T15:39:48","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T15:39:48","slug":"totara-unveils-compliance-skills-ai-features-product-update","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/staging.totara.fortyapp.com\/us\/articles\/totara-unveils-compliance-skills-ai-features-product-update\/","title":{"rendered":"Totara Unveils Compliance, Skills and AI Features in Latest Product Update"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class='inline-text-container MobileAlignment DesktopAlignment'>\n  <div class='richText'><p class=\"\"><strong><i>Totara Version 20 boosts compliance with flexible multi-year recertification pathways, functionality to identify and close skill gaps, improved content discovery for learners and streamlined admin workflows.<\/i>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">London, January\u00a027,\u00a02026\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Totara has announced the release of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/staging.totara.fortyapp.com\/articles\/whats-new-totara-version-20\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Version\u00a020<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0of its platform, introducing features that support complex compliance needs, close skills gaps, improve content discovery and time-saving enhancements to core workflows.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">New\u00a0recertifications &amp; improved reporting to boost compliance rates<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Totara Version\u00a020 introduces new workflows that allow for <a href=\"https:\/\/staging.totara.fortyapp.com\/articles\/recertification-cycles\/\">flexible recertification paths<\/a> to be created. This makes it easier to create targeted certification renewal paths once a certification has expired, allowing\u00a0organisations\u00a0to efficiently\u00a0maintain\u00a0compliance over time.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">New reporting blocks make it easier for leaders to\u00a0get <a href=\"https:\/\/staging.totara.fortyapp.com\/articles\/certification-compliance-reporting-block\/\">instant insights into organisation and certification compliance statuses<\/a>,\u00a0encouraging\u00a0quicker remedial action\u00a0while supporting\u00a0an \u2018audit-ready\u2019\u00a0focus.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Enhanced Skills functionality that helps\u00a0identify\u00a0and close gaps<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Totara Perform, <a href=\"https:\/\/staging.totara.fortyapp.com\/performance-management-platform\/\">Totara\u2019s skill development and performance management product<\/a> that supplements\u00a0its\u00a0core LMS,\u00a0includes updates that\u00a0help leaders\u00a0identify, report on, and close skill gaps:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Team Skill Proficiency report block\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">provides\u00a0managers\u00a0and line managers\u00a0with\u00a0a clear view of\u00a0their\u00a0team\u2019s current skill levels.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Skill rating by audience\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">enables flexible on-the-job assessments of skills to\u00a0be made by\u00a0audiences and roles\u00a0of your choice\u00a0(e.g.\u00a0field specialists and practitioners)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">New audience type of \u2018skill proficiency\u2019\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">enables smarter enrolments and targeted next-step learning, as well as increased reporting options.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Workflow enhancements that boost the learner experience and streamline administration<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Totara\u00a0Version 20 includes\u00a0four AI-Powered plugins\u00a0that\u00a0help streamline content creation (text\u00a0and\u00a0image creation assistants), drive engagement on social learning resources (AI-powered\u00a0informal quizzes),\u00a0and help\u00a0set\u00a0SMART\u00a0goals to\u00a0aid\u00a0personal development.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improved content discovery and search options make it easier for learners to discover relevant learning\u00a0via\u00a0dashboards and catalogues, while\u00a0learners\u00a0can now\u00a0self-enrol to programs and certifications.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Site administrators\u00a0benefit\u00a0from\u00a0a number of\u00a0UX and UI improvements that support efficient audience\u00a0management,\u00a0digitise seminar attendance\u00a0records,\u00a0and\u00a0free up admin time on everyday tasks, such as new \u2018background\u2019\u00a0exports on\u00a0large-scale reports.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Dave Cruickshank,\u00a0Chief Executive Officer of Totara Learning Group, commented:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cThis release focuses on fine-tuning Totara\u2019s capabilities to drive meaningful impact for our Totara community. We\u2019re introducing powerful enhancements to boost compliance, close skill gaps, and embracing AI to improve the learner experience. We\u2019ve also listened closely to user feedback, streamlining core workflows to free up L&amp;D\u2019s time so they can do what they do best, and focus on offering a compelling and effective learner experience\u201d \u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cMaintaining compliance\u00a0year-on-year is a challenge that complicates when\u00a0L&amp;D\u00a0scales\u00a0with thousands of learners with highly bespoke individual needs. Totara\u2019s new recertification and reporting options meet these needs head on, offering efficiency gains that\u00a0support leaders in\u00a0highly regulated\u00a0industries\u201d\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">About Totara<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Totara is a global leader in learning management technologies, supporting over 1,500 customers and 21 million users worldwide. Its flagship product, Totara Learn, is a customisable LMS\u00a0that\u2019s\u00a0trusted to deliver mission-critical learning for multinational corporations, government agencies, and mid-sized enterprises.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Totara\u00a0serves the UK Government and Healthcare sectors and the US public sector, with\u00a0TotaraGov\u00a0offering a FedRAMP\u00ae Authorized LMS purpose-built for government training.\u00a0Totara\u00a0also\u00a0operates\u00a0through a global network of 75+ partners who provide implementation, customisation, and support\u00a0across\u00a0a variety of\u00a0industries.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">With offices in the UK, US, and New Zealand, Totara\u2019s 200+ team members continue to deliver reliable, mission-critical\u00a0compliance and\u00a0learning worldwide.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>","protected":false},"template":"","tax\/tags":[682,698,684,720,691],"tax\/solutions":[778,798,1192],"tax\/topics":[],"tax\/industries":[],"tax\/article-types":[813],"class_list":["post-73327","article","type-article","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.totara.fortyapp.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/articles\/73327","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.totara.fortyapp.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/articles"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.totara.fortyapp.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/article"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.totara.fortyapp.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=73327"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.totara.fortyapp.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tax\/tags?post=73327"},{"taxonomy":"solution","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.totara.fortyapp.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tax\/solutions?post=73327"},{"taxonomy":"topic","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.totara.fortyapp.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tax\/topics?post=73327"},{"taxonomy":"industry-tax","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.totara.fortyapp.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tax\/industries?post=73327"},{"taxonomy":"article-type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.totara.fortyapp.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tax\/article-types?post=73327"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}