HowNow is an integrated learning and skills platform that consolidates diverse learning resources and knowledge into a single interface, enabling employees to access relevant training in the flow of work. The platform addresses the challenge of fragmented learning experiences by automating skill tracking and providing tailored content to fill skills gaps efficiently.
Funding
$4.8M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Many organizations struggle with fragmented learning resources and a lack of visibility into employee skill sets, leading to inefficient training and difficulty in addressing skills gaps. Traditional Learning Management Systems (LMS) often fail to deliver personalized learning experiences in the flow of work, resulting in disengaged employees and underutilized training investments.
Solution
HowNow is an integrated learning and skills platform designed to consolidate learning resources, automate skills tracking, and deliver personalized content directly within the applications employees use daily. By centralizing access to diverse learning materials and knowledge, HowNow eliminates the "too hard to find" excuse and promotes a culture of continuous learning. The platform leverages AI to create detailed skills profiles for each employee, identify skills gaps, and recommend tailored learning pathways. Through integrations with popular HR tech and communication tools, HowNow ensures that learning is accessible and relevant, driving higher engagement and better knowledge retention.
Target Audience
HowNow is designed for HR and Learning & Development professionals in modern businesses looking to improve employee engagement, upskill their workforce, and drive business performance through effective learning strategies.
Features
- Centralized platform for creating, discovering, tracking, and managing all learning and skills resources
- AI-powered skills mapping to identify employee skill profiles and target skills gaps
- Personalized learning pathways curated with AI to address individual development needs
- Content creation tools for building structured courses, assessments, and knowledge nuggets
- Integration with external content providers for access to a vast library of off-the-shelf learning resources
- Chrome extension, Slack bot, and Microsoft Teams bot for delivering learning in the flow of work
- Comprehensive L&D data analytics and reporting to measure the impact of learning initiatives
- Automated onboarding workflows to help new hires quickly excel in their roles
- Compliance training management with easy reporting and automated renewal processes