Dignus Muneris

The learning organisation as a construct has its roots in organisational learning theory, but it has emerged as a result of specific factors that can be grouped within three categories: social and economic climate; work environment; and customer expectations. The emergent learning organisation, influenced by both theoretical ideals and practical experience, is a system that promotes the continual learning and development of its individual members and then leverages that collective learning for the overall improved performance of that organisation. From this perspective, businesses are seen as having taken control of learning initiatives to improve their chances for sustainable development, competitive advantage, and employee engagement.