Learning Organization Governance for Top Performers

The document discusses governance models for learning and development (L&D) organizations, including centralized, decentralized, and federated models. It uses Textron, a Fortune 500 manufacturing company, as a case study. Textron transformed from a decentralized to a networked model with common processes and a centralized L&D department called Textron University. Textron University uses a federated model with a central team and business unit involvement through a governance board to ensure strategic alignment and share best practices across businesses. The board provides oversight, accountability and helps measure the impact of L&D investments.