{"id":21776,"date":"2024-09-30T16:30:56","date_gmt":"2024-09-30T14:30:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.scheer-imc.com\/?page_id=21776"},"modified":"2025-11-26T09:15:10","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T08:15:10","slug":"lms-upgrade-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.scheer-imc.com\/download-elearning-resources\/lms-upgrade-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"The LMS Upgrade Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-21776\"  class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-21776-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\"  style=\"--mobile-padding:;\" ><div id=\"pgc-21776-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-21776-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-up-hero panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"0\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-up-hero so-widget-zrm-up-hero-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n    <div class=\"widget widget--update widget--hero_update widget--show\" style=\"--margins-desktop:0px 0px 120px 0px;--margins-mobile:0px 0px 60px 0px;\">\n        <div class=\"hero\">\n            <div class=\"hero__content\">\n                <div class=\"hero__labels text_small_update bold\">\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <h1 class=\"hero__headline h1_update bold\">The LMS Upgrade Guide<\/h1>                <div class=\"hero__copy text_medium_update\">The ultimate guide to moving to a better enterprise LMS: why and how to make the switch<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hero__links\">\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/learningsuite.scheer-imc.com\/lms-upgrade-guide-2025\" title=\"Get the free guide\" target=\"_self\" class=\"button button--update button--red button--normal button--solid hero__link\">\n                                Get the free guide                            <\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"hero__media\">\n                <img width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.scheer-imc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Website-Headers_LMS-Upgrade-EN-1024x512.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"LMS Upgrade Guide\" decoding=\"auto\" fetchpriority=\"high\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.scheer-imc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Website-Headers_LMS-Upgrade-EN-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.scheer-imc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Website-Headers_LMS-Upgrade-EN-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.scheer-imc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Website-Headers_LMS-Upgrade-EN-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/www.scheer-imc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Website-Headers_LMS-Upgrade-EN-1536x768.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.scheer-imc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Website-Headers_LMS-Upgrade-EN-2048x1024.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-21776-1\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\"  style=\"--mobile-padding:;\" ><div id=\"pgc-21776-1-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-1-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-mobile-last\" ><div id=\"panel-21776-1-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-headline panel-first-child\" data-index=\"1\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-headline so-widget-zrm-headline-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"widget widget--headline widget--center widget--show sm  \">\n\t<div class=\"preline\"><\/div>\n\t<h2 class=\"headline h2\">The ultimate guide to switching to a new LMS<\/h2>\t<div class=\"subline\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-21776-1-1-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-editor\" data-index=\"2\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-editor so-widget-zrm-editor-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"widget widget--editor widget--show md\">\n\t<p style=\"text-align: center\">Discover why organisations are upgrading their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scheer-imc.com\/learning-suite\/\">learning management systems<\/a> (LMS) and how to ensure a smooth and successful transition. Whether you're dealing with outdated technology, scaling issues, or the need to consolidate learning platforms, this guide provides all the answers you need.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-21776-1-1-2\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-up-buttons panel-last-child\" data-index=\"3\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-up-buttons so-widget-zrm-up-buttons-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n    <div class=\"widget widget--update widget--buttons_update widget--show\" style=\"--margins-desktop:0px 0px 120px 0px;--margins-mobile:0px 0px 120px 0px;\">\n        <div class=\"buttons\" data-align=\"center\">\n                                <a href=\"https:\/\/learningsuite.scheer-imc.com\/lms-upgrade-guide-2025\" title=\"Get the guide\" target=\"_self\" class=\"button button--update button--black button--normal button--solid\">\n                        Get the guide                    <\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-1-2\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-21776-2\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\"  style=\"--mobile-padding:;\" ><div id=\"pgc-21776-2-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-2-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-mobile-last\" ><div id=\"panel-21776-2-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-headline panel-first-child\" data-index=\"4\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-headline so-widget-zrm-headline-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"widget widget--headline widget--left widget--show xs  \">\n\t<div class=\"preline\"><\/div>\n\t<h3 class=\"headline h3\">Why download the LMS upgrade guide?<\/h3>\t<div class=\"subline\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-21776-2-1-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-editor panel-last-child\" data-index=\"5\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-editor so-widget-zrm-editor-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"widget widget--editor widget--show lg\">\n\t<p>Organisations evolve, and so do their learning needs. Outdated LMS platforms can hinder growth, reduce employee engagement, and lead to inefficiencies. If you're considering a move to a new LMS, this guide will help you:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Understand the key reasons to upgrade.<\/li>\n<li>Build a strong business case to secure management buy-in.<\/li>\n<li>Discover essential features your new LMS must have.<\/li>\n<li>Follow a step-by-step process for a seamless migration.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid common pitfalls during LMS implementation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-2-2\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-21776-3\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\"  style=\"--mobile-padding:;\" ><div id=\"pgc-21776-3-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-3-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-21776-3-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-image panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"6\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-image so-widget-zrm-image-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"widget widget--image  widget--left widget--show lg\">\n\t<div class=\"image__file normalsize noshadow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.scheer-imc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/imc_customer_logo_agenda.svg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-3-2\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-mobile-last\" ><div id=\"panel-21776-3-2-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-headline panel-first-child\" data-index=\"7\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-headline so-widget-zrm-headline-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"widget widget--headline widget--left widget--show xs  \">\n\t<div class=\"preline\"><\/div>\n\t<h4 class=\"headline h4\">Executive summary<\/h4>\t<div class=\"subline\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-21776-3-2-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-editor panel-last-child\" data-index=\"8\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-editor so-widget-zrm-editor-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"widget widget--editor widget--show sm\">\n\t<p>A strategic look at the necessity of replacing your LMS and the steps required to make it a success.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-3-3\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-21776-4\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\"  style=\"--mobile-padding:;\" ><div id=\"pgc-21776-4-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-4-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-21776-4-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-image panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"9\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-image so-widget-zrm-image-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"widget widget--image  widget--left widget--show lg\">\n\t<div class=\"image__file normalsize noshadow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.scheer-imc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/imc_customer_logo_attention.svg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-4-2\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-mobile-last\" ><div id=\"panel-21776-4-2-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-headline panel-first-child\" data-index=\"10\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-headline so-widget-zrm-headline-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"widget widget--headline widget--left widget--show xs  \">\n\t<div class=\"preline\"><\/div>\n\t<h4 class=\"headline h4\">Key considerations before migrating<\/h4>\t<div class=\"subline\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-21776-4-2-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-editor panel-last-child\" data-index=\"11\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-editor so-widget-zrm-editor-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"widget widget--editor widget--show sm\">\n\t<p>Explore the vital factors to consider when planning your LMS migration to avoid costly mistakes and ensure future scalability.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-4-3\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-21776-5\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\"  style=\"--mobile-padding:;\" ><div id=\"pgc-21776-5-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-5-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-21776-5-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-image panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"12\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-image so-widget-zrm-image-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"widget widget--image  widget--left widget--show lg\">\n\t<div class=\"image__file normalsize noshadow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.scheer-imc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/imc_customer_logo_exam.svg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-5-2\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-mobile-last\" ><div id=\"panel-21776-5-2-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-headline panel-first-child\" data-index=\"13\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-headline so-widget-zrm-headline-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"widget widget--headline widget--left widget--show xs  \">\n\t<div class=\"preline\"><\/div>\n\t<h4 class=\"headline h4\">Step-by-step migration process<\/h4>\t<div class=\"subline\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-21776-5-2-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-editor panel-last-child\" data-index=\"14\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-editor so-widget-zrm-editor-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"widget widget--editor widget--show sm\">\n\t<p>Detailed guidance on the three stages of migration: planning, testing, and full migration.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-5-3\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-21776-6\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\"  style=\"--mobile-padding:;\" ><div id=\"pgc-21776-6-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-6-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-21776-6-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-image panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"15\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-image so-widget-zrm-image-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"widget widget--image  widget--left widget--show lg\">\n\t<div class=\"image__file normalsize noshadow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.scheer-imc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/imc_icon_translate_black.svg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-6-2\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-mobile-last\" ><div id=\"panel-21776-6-2-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-headline panel-first-child\" data-index=\"16\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-headline so-widget-zrm-headline-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"widget widget--headline widget--left widget--show xs  \">\n\t<div class=\"preline\"><\/div>\n\t<h4 class=\"headline h4\">Features of a modern LMS<\/h4>\t<div class=\"subline\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-21776-6-2-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-editor panel-last-child\" data-index=\"17\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-editor so-widget-zrm-editor-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"widget widget--editor widget--show sm\">\n\t<p>Discover essential functionalities for future-proofing your system, such as internationalisation, automated processes, and blended learning support.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-6-3\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-21776-7\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\"  style=\"--mobile-padding:;\" ><div id=\"pgc-21776-7-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-7-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-21776-7-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-image panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"18\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-image so-widget-zrm-image-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"widget widget--image  widget--left widget--show lg\">\n\t<div class=\"image__file normalsize noshadow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.scheer-imc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/imc_icon_interview_1_black.svg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-7-2\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-mobile-last\" ><div id=\"panel-21776-7-2-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-headline panel-first-child\" data-index=\"19\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-headline so-widget-zrm-headline-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"widget widget--headline widget--left widget--show xs  \">\n\t<div class=\"preline\"><\/div>\n\t<h4 class=\"headline h4\">Expert insights<\/h4>\t<div class=\"subline\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-21776-7-2-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-editor panel-last-child\" data-index=\"20\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-editor so-widget-zrm-editor-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"widget widget--editor widget--show sm\">\n\t<p>Hear from industry professionals about the biggest challenges in LMS migration and how to overcome them.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-7-3\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-21776-8\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\"  style=\"--mobile-padding:;\" ><div id=\"pgc-21776-8-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-21776-8-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-image panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"21\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-image so-widget-zrm-image-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"widget widget--image  widget--left widget--show lg\">\n\t<div class=\"image__file fullsize noshadow\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2667\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.scheer-imc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/imc_guide_banner_2_2024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-21776-9\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\"  style=\"--mobile-padding:;\" ><div id=\"pgc-21776-9-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-9-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-mobile-last\" ><div id=\"panel-21776-9-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-headline panel-first-child\" data-index=\"22\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-headline so-widget-zrm-headline-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"widget widget--headline widget--left widget--show xs  \">\n\t<div class=\"preline\"><\/div>\n\t<h3 class=\"headline h3\">Who should read this guide?<\/h3>\t<div class=\"subline\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-21776-9-1-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-editor panel-last-child\" data-index=\"23\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-editor so-widget-zrm-editor-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"widget widget--editor widget--show lg\">\n\t<ul>\n<li><strong>L&amp;D managers<\/strong>: Optimise learning and development for your organisation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>IT leaders<\/strong>: Understand technical requirements and ensure a smooth LMS transition.<\/li>\n<li><strong>HR professionals<\/strong>: Learn how a modern LMS supports company-wide training and employee development.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Business leaders<\/strong>: Make informed decisions to future-proof your organisation's learning infrastructure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-9-2\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-21776-10\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\"  style=\"--mobile-padding:;\" ><div id=\"pgc-21776-10-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21776-10-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-mobile-last\" ><div id=\"panel-21776-10-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_zrm-headline panel-first-child\" data-index=\"24\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-zrm-headline so-widget-zrm-headline-default-d75171398898-21776\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"widget widget--headline widget--left widget--show xs  \">\n\t<div class=\"preline\"><\/div>\n\t<h3 class=\"headline h3\">Why upgrade your LMS?<\/h3>\t<div 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