Jul 24, 2025 5 reflections on the launch of Helix Now we're two weeks post-launch, CEO Philip Huthwaite shares his thoughts on the launch of Helix, 5app's new AI skills intelligence solution.
Jul 22, 2025 Two ways to see Helix for yourself! Helix, 5app's new AI skills intelligence tool, is now in early access, and we want you to experience it first! Discover the two ways you can see it...
Jul 15, 2025 How Hemsley Fraser used 5app to transform communication, collaboration and culture See how Hemsley Fraser partnered with 5app to fundamentally change the way they work, communicate, collaborate and learn.
Jul 15, 2025 How ProblemShared automated its training in a fast-growing business ProblemShared worked with 5app to automate training across the fast-growing mind health business with a new LMS. Find out more in our case study.
Jul 15, 2025 5app's Helix launch in photos 5app launched Helix, its new AI skills intelligence solution, in London in July. Missed the event? See how it unfolded in photos!
Jul 10, 2025 Meet Helix, the next chapter in AI skills intelligence Our new AI skills intelligence solution, Helix, is almost here, and we can't wait to share it with you. Find out what you can expect with Philip...
Jul 8, 2025 Behind the scenes of Helix with Rob Mackenzie We've just launched Helix, 5app's brand-new AI skills intelligence platform! Take a peek behind the scenes with Rob Mackenzie, Head of Technology.
Jul 1, 2025 Skills, not spreadsheets: why dynamic skills management matters When it comes to skills training, spreadsheets no longer cut it. Find out why dynamic skills management is key to more efficient, accurate skills...
Jun 24, 2025 The secret to identifying emerging skills with AI If you struggle to identify the emerging skills within your organisation, it could be time to consider AI skills intelligence to pinpoint new skills.
Jun 19, 2025 What’s the difference between tasks, skills, competencies and capabilities? There's a lot of confusion around the difference between tasks, skills, competencies and capabilities, so we're here to set the record straight!
Jun 17, 2025 Why skills visibility is key to unlocking your hidden talent If you're worried you're missing out on some of your employees' hidden talents, skills visibility is a must. Find out how AI skills intelligence...
Jun 12, 2025 What’s new in VeeCoach: practical AI that works for you AI-powered authoring tools aren't just the future of content creation - they're the right now. Find out why 5app's VeeCreate is a must-have tool for...
Jun 9, 2025 Here’s what L&D gets wrong about skills training Skills training might seem easy, but it's often far from it - especially if you want it to make a real impact. Find out what L&D gets wrong here.
Jun 3, 2025 Why continuous skills assessments are today's performance solution Move over annual appraisals - continuous skills assessments are today's modern performance management solution, and here's why.
Jun 2, 2025 The 9 soft skills we’re starting with (and why they matter) 5app is almost ready to launch its new AI skills intelligence solution, and we're kicking off with nine key skills. Find out which with Philip...
May 27, 2025 Soft skills, hard data: measuring human skills in a digital world As important as soft skills are, they're not always easy to measure. Discover how we can get better at measuring human skills in a digital world.
May 20, 2025 The good, the bad and the ugly of learning impact measurement Learning impact measurement isn't always easy - but we're better at some aspects than others. Discover the views and challenges of real learning...
May 14, 2025 Fixing the ROI problem in learning with AI The way L&D teams are measuring learning impact in 2025 is fascinating. Discover our findings from candid interviews with 50+ learning leaders.
May 13, 2025 How are L&D teams measuring learning impact in 2025? The way L&D teams are measuring learning impact in 2025 is fascinating. Discover our findings from candid interviews with 50+ learning leaders.
May 8, 2025 L&D is working hard. It’s time for tech to catch up 5app CEO Philip Huthwaite spoke to lots of L&D leaders to find out their biggest challenges and hopes for measuring learning ROI. Discover the key...
May 6, 2025 How unconscious bias can destroy your performance management programme Is unconscious bias destroying your performance management programme? Find out why it's so insidious, and how AI can help you overcome it.
Apr 30, 2025 VeeCoach: AI tutor agent integrated into your learning system Unlock faster access to knowledge and real-time coaching with our AI-powered tutor agent, VeeCoach
Apr 29, 2025 The 9 hardest skills to measure (and how to measure them) Soft skills, like coachability and communication, are notoriously hard to measure. Here are 9 of the hardest skills to measure and how to change that.
Apr 25, 2025 AI reigns supreme at Learning Technologies 2025 James Cranwell shares his take on the key trends at Learning Technologies 2025, including AI, data and the convergence of the L&D industry.
Apr 22, 2025 Your most valuable learning data is hiding in plain sight It's time to ditch the vanity metrics and start measuring what actually matters: real performance data. Unlock your most valuable data with these...
Apr 16, 2025 VeeCreate: AI-powered content creation at your fingertips AI-powered authoring tools aren't just the future of content creation - they're the right now. Find out why 5app's VeeCreate is a must-have tool for...
Apr 14, 2025 What does performance management look like in 2025? Performance management has changed significantly over the years. But what does it look like in 2025? From AI to tackling skills gaps, get the inside...
Apr 9, 2025 Designing L&D that proves itself Course completions aren’t enough. Learn why L&D metrics fall short—and how a new way to measure real skill growth is just around the corner
Apr 8, 2025 The problem with vanity metrics in L&D Why are so many learning professionals so stuck on L&D vanity metrics? Here's why it's a problem, and why focusing on the wrong metrics is so...
Apr 3, 2025 Anthony Nolan drives digital transformation with 5app Find out why non-profit Anthony Nolan chose 5app as the best LMS to drive its digital transformation with a new learning platform for medical...
Apr 3, 2025 Fast, admin-free coaching and cohort-based learning with MyTeams Boost job coaching and cohort-based learning with MyTeams. Track progress, share content and manage teams – powered by AI and free from admin.
Mar 31, 2025 Learning ROI is broken. Here’s why Learning has an ROI problem. We don't measure enough, and what we do measure isn't usually the right things. Why is measuring ROI for L&D so...
Mar 24, 2025 How to impress your CEO when starting a new job Starting a new job? We spoke to 5app CEO Philip Huthwaite to find out how you can impress your CEO (or manager) from day one with these top tips.
Mar 19, 2025 Smart learning anywhere: 5app's mobile learning platform 5app’s PWA & AI-powered VeeCoach deliver seamless mobile learning (mLearning)—instant access, no downloads, and AI-driven insights anytime, anywhere
Mar 18, 2025 How to retain employees with your best-ever onboarding If you're struggling with employee retention, this post reveals how to retain employees by starting at the very beginning - with great employee...
Mar 10, 2025 Upskilling your new accidental managers for long-term success Is upskilling your new managers a priority? If not, it's time to help your accidental managers develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed.
Mar 10, 2025 Introducing 5app's new pricing tiers: more choice, more value, more innovation With new AI-powered learning comes new 5app pricing tiers! The new 5app pricing makes it easy to know exactly what you're getting at each tier.
Mar 6, 2025 How seamless LMS integrations elevate the employee experience Discover how 5app integrates with leading HRIS platforms like Workday, Oracle, and HiBob to streamline user management by syncing employee data...
Mar 4, 2025 Choosing the best LMS for employee onboarding What is the best LMS for employee onboarding? It needs to be intuitive, surface relevant content and integrate with other systems... a lot like 5app!
Feb 27, 2025 The easiest way to give your people a PepTalk is… Good news - 5app is now partnered with PepTalk! Find out more about our new learning content partner, including why we love their expert-led videos.
Feb 25, 2025 Remote employee onboarding: nailed Struggling to make an impact with your remote employee onboarding? Check out our top tips for effectively welcoming your remote employees to your...
Feb 20, 2025 Unlocking the future of learning with AI-powered learning experiences Discover how AI-powered learning platforms like 5app enhance content creation, discovery, and delivery—making learning smarter, faster, and more...
Feb 18, 2025 Why employee reskilling is an essential part of onboarding Beyond the basics, employee reskilling is an essential part of the onboarding process... or at least, it should be. Find out why in 5app's post.
Feb 13, 2025 The power of the PoC A proof of concept (PoC) is a crucial part of the software development process. Philip Huthwaite reveals why 5app embraces the PoC for better...
Feb 11, 2025 Using AI to elevate the employee onboarding experience If you're looking to elevate your employee onboarding experience, here's why AI could be your new best friend, with AI agents, content authoring and...
Feb 6, 2025 Unlocking seamless content sharing with distributed Playlists Discover how 5app’s Distributed Playlists enable seamless content sharing for L&D, helping providers like Hemsley Fraser & FTL scale learning...
Feb 4, 2025 Your step-by-step employee onboarding programme If your employee onboarding programme is lacking, we've got you covered. Create your best employee onboarding programme yet with our step-by-step...
Jan 28, 2025 The must-know AI skills for L&D professionals in 2025 Looking to level up your AI skills for 2025? Take a look at the most important AI skills for L&D professionals, as well as how you can develop them.
Jan 22, 2025 What is a Playlist, and how can learning teams use them? Learn how 5app Playlists let L&D teams curate tailored experiences from any content. Explore benefits, use cases, and examples of content curation
Jan 21, 2025 The best AI prompts for truly brilliant learning If you're looking to level up your L&D with AI, check out the best AI prompts to use with ChatGPT, Perplexity and more for your best learning yet!
Jan 16, 2025 Click, create, learn: AI content authoring coming soon AI content authoring is coming to 5app soon, and we want to tell you why we think it'll be a win for customers looking to create great learning...
Jan 14, 2025 The best AI for generating images for your learning If you're looking for the best AI for generating images for your learning content, look no further! We've collected all the best inspo and tools for...
Jan 8, 2025 Delivering authentic communications with 5app Learn how the 5app Hub improves workplace communication with AI tools, video-first messaging and features to engage employees and build a connected...
Jan 7, 2025 How L&D can use AI for video editing If you're looking to improve your learning videos, we're sharing the best AI for video editing tools and tips to help you become an editing whizz.
Dec 18, 2024 The journey to VeeCoach: your new AI coach is ready for you Good news - your new AI coach is ready for you! Find out more about 5app's journey to VeeCoach with CEO Philip Huthwaite's peek behind the curtain.
Dec 17, 2024 The dos and don'ts of AI for copywriting in L&D Want to use copywriting for AI to make your elearning content resonate? Discover our dos and don'ts for copywriting for AI in learning and...
Dec 11, 2024 How 5app simplifies compliance training for small businesses Struggling with compliance training? Discover how 5app simplifies it for small businesses with streamlined tools to boost engagement and efficiency.
Dec 10, 2024 [Infographic] How businesses can benefit from AI agents Ready to get started with an AI agent? Take a look at the latest 2025 AI agent statistics to see how they're being used in L&D today.
Dec 10, 2024 Is AI good or bad? The case for and against AI in L&D Is AI good or bad? It's a question every learning and development professional is asking themselves right now. Let's do some AI mythbusting!
Dec 5, 2024 Making knowledge stick – AI's approach How can AI help make knowledge stick? Find out how AI - and specifically, an AI agent - is your secret weapon for ensuring knowledge retention.
Dec 3, 2024 How to use AI for personalised learning Wondering how to use AI for personalised learning? Take a look at our top 5 ways you can make the most of AI for more tailored training experiences.
Dec 2, 2024 Ascent's employee training soars to new heights with 5app Ascent Flight Training partnered with 5app to launch its new LMS for compliance training, onboarding, internal comms and more. Read all about it!
Nov 28, 2024 Reducing the LMS admin burden: how 5app empowers LMS administrators Streamline LMS management with 5app: automate tasks, simplify workflows, and focus on creating meaningful learning experiences that boost engagement
Nov 26, 2024 The best AI tools for small businesses Ready to experiment with AI? We've pulled together the best AI tools for small businesses to help you get started, even on a limited budget!
Nov 21, 2024 Introducing VeeCoach, our new AI tutor agent Meet VeeCoach, 5app's brand-new AI tutor agent! Philip Huthwaite explains how you can get early access to try VeeCoach for yourself.
Nov 19, 2024 The 12 best AI voiceover for video tools Creating content and need to know the best AI voiceover for video tools? We've got you covered with our list of the best AI voiceover tools for L&D.
Nov 14, 2024 How to get started with personalised learning pathways Learn how to build personalised learning pathways that help drive employee productivity and engagement - all within a simple learning platform
Nov 12, 2024 The ultimate list of AI tools for learning and development Considering using AI for L&D but don't know where to start? Check out our ultimate list of AI tools for learning and development for pointers.
Nov 7, 2024 Launching AI for learning: 5app’s approach to measuring success Wondering how to measure the effectiveness of your launch of AI for learning? CEO Philip Huthwaite reveals his top 6 ways to measure AI impact.
Nov 5, 2024 How to use AI for learning and development (without blowing your budget) Wondering how to use AI for learning and development? This post reveals how L&D is using it today for content creation, learning analysis and more.
Oct 31, 2024 The best way for fast-growing SMBs to manage employee resources Learn how small businesses can move faster by consolidating learning content and employee resources into a single platform (LMS).
Oct 29, 2024 How to use AI for small business HR teams If you're looking to implement AI for a small business HR team, we've got you covered! Here's our take on building vs buying and the best AI tools...
Oct 28, 2024 5app named a Top 10 Employee LMS by Talented Learning 5app has been named a Top 10 Employee LMS by Talented Learning! Find out more about this placement and what John Leh had to say about the 5app LMS.
Oct 24, 2024 Empowering the future of learning and comms with AI-driven solutions Find out why 5app CEO Philip Huthwaite believes that AI-driven solutions are key to the future of learning and comms, and what we're doing about it.
Oct 22, 2024 How to use AI for HR (and make everyone's lives easier) If you're looking to use AI for HR, but don't know where to start, we've got you covered! Here are our top tools to make HR's life easier with AI.
Oct 21, 2024 5app goes to Women in Tech & Business Expo + DTX London The 5app development team visited Women in Business and Tech Expo and DTX London. Discover their key highlights and why AI was such a key theme.
Oct 16, 2024 7 employee onboarding best practices to turbocharge your new hires Is your onboarding setting new hires up for success? Learn 7 employee onboarding best practices that will help every new staff hit the ground...
Oct 11, 2024 Unlocking the power of sections in 5app From programmatic and cohort-based learning to employee onboarding - find out how you can further personalise your team's pathways in the 5app...
Oct 2, 2024 5 simple ways to improve employee engagement What is employee engagement, why is it so important and how can you improve it in your organisation? Find out with our 5 simple tips.
Oct 1, 2024 Squeezing more value out of your LMS If you're only using your LMS to manage formal elearning, you're probably missing out on lots of value. Find out how to squeeze more ROI from your...
Sep 25, 2024 How to make compliance training fun (yes, really!) in 5 steps Compliance training doesn't have to send your employees to sleep. Find out 5 easy ways to make compliance training fun.
Sep 24, 2024 Philip Huthwaite in conversation with Learning News Find out what 5app's new CEO Philip Huthwaite had to say when he caught up with Learning News' Rob Clarke, including L&D challenges, AI plans and...
Sep 18, 2024 3 reasons to go beyond the LMS If you're a L&D professional looking to do more with less, it could be time to look beyond your LMS as... well, just an LMS. Here's how to get more...
Sep 12, 2024 Creating better leaders through high-impact leadership training Find out how this oil and gas company used the 5app LMS to host its leadership training programme with excellent results.
Sep 12, 2024 Pharma company creates continuous learning culture with 5app Find out how a global pharmaceutical company implemented 5app's LMS to support a continuous learning culture with accessible, on-demand content.
Sep 9, 2024 How to choose the right corporate LMS in 5 simple steps Trying to choose your first corporate LMS, but don't know where to start? Worry not - we've got you covered with our top tips and tricks.
Sep 4, 2024 What's an intranet and do you still need one in 2024? What is an intranet, and do you need one? Discover all you need to know about the best intranet software and what you can use them for.
Aug 21, 2024 What is an LMS? A simple overview of learning management systems A learning management system is software you can use to organise, deliver and track learning content. Find out all you need to know about LMSs here.
Aug 6, 2024 5 ways to bring learning into the flow of work Ready to bring learning into the flow of work? Find out how microlearning, mobile learning and on-the-job training helps keep learning moving.
Jul 29, 2024 5app appoints Philip Huthwaite as CEO 5app is pleased to announce the appointment of its new CEO, Philip Huthwaite. Find out more about our new CEO here.
Jul 16, 2024 How to conduct a learning culture audit Looking to conduct a learning culture audit? Don't panic - we're here to help with five top tips for your best learning culture audit yet!
Jun 26, 2024 5 findings from Gallup's 2024 State of the Global Workforce report What are the key findings from Gallup's 2024 State of the Global Workforce report? Get the lowdown with 5app's take on the most interesting insights.
Jun 12, 2024 Seven ways to improve employee experience What is employee experience, and how can you improve yours? Find out with these 7 top tips to create a motivated, productive, highly skilled...
Jun 7, 2024 How managers can improve virtual communications and learning Discover the role managers have to play in supporting virtual communications, especially when underpinning today's hybrid and remote workforces.
Jun 6, 2024 Learning maturity models explained A guide to learning maturity models: how to embrace them, their pros and cons, and the huge role they play in corporate learning and development.
Jun 3, 2024 Introducing 5app partner DEfactoED 5app has joined forces with DEfactoED to deliver vibrant, high-impact digital skills training to students throughout India and across Asia. Find out...
May 14, 2024 Thomas Thor builds a thriving learning culture with 5app Find out how recruitment firm Thomas Thor uses 5app's learning and comms platform to create a thriving learning culture for its global workforce.
May 13, 2024 5 findings from the Hemsley Fraser 2024 L&D Impact Survey Report What's going on in the learning industry? We explore 5 key trends from the new Hemsley Fraser 2024 L&D Impact Survey Report.
May 2, 2024 The practical guide to building a learning culture We'll walk you through what a learning culture is, how it ties into company culture, and the practical steps to creating a good learning culture in...
Apr 30, 2024 What a good learning culture looks, sounds and feels like If you're new to the basics of learning culture, what does a good learning culture look, sound and feel like? Here are the signs to look out for.
Apr 16, 2024 Learning culture explained: the what, the why and the how Building a learning culture requires vision and purpose from the top team down. Find out how to focus on dialogue and continuous improvement.
Apr 3, 2024 10 steps to the best learning experience ever If you’re struggling to break down silos, to align everyone around your company goals and to get your message across, this playbook is for you. Here...
Mar 26, 2024 15 ways to revamp compliance training in 2024 Digital compliance training is often criticised for being little more than a box-ticking exercise. Find out about a more modern and effective...
Mar 20, 2024 Streamlining the workplace info influx If you struggle to share information efficiently in your business, you're not alone! Check out our top tips for streamlining your internal comms.
Mar 13, 2024 Bring your employees back into the loop If you struggle to get your messages to cut through, it's time to rethink your internal comms. Discover our tactics for crafting comms that resonate!
Feb 28, 2024 5 ways to save time with your learning platform Looking to save time with your learning? Find out how you can boost efficiency for admins, managers and learners with 5app academies.
Feb 22, 2024 5 times you might need project management training Project management training isn't just for project managers. Find out when it might come in handy in your business and how to access it quickly.
Feb 15, 2024 The future-proof way to close your skills gap Upskilling and reskilling have never been more important, so how can businesses ensure their skills development initiatives are up to scratch?
Feb 7, 2024 Turning down the volume on workplace noise What's causing all the noise in your business? Find out with the latest research from Brandon Hall Group, and how Greystar solved its noise problem.
Jan 24, 2024 Beyond the 9-5 with workplace personal development Workplace learning doesn't just benefit your employees at work - you can also offer personal development that helps them level up their holistic...
Jan 17, 2024 The secret to reducing workplace distractions is… If you're struggling with workplace distractions (who isn't?), how can you cut through the noise? Discover why 5app academies are the smart solution.
Jan 10, 2024 5 ways with 5app academies Looking to get started with 5app academies? Discover five ways you can make the most of them to streamline learning and comms across your business!
Dec 14, 2023 Is your learning culture fit for purpose? Does L&D have all the gear and no idea? Without the right learning culture in place, L&D is fighting a losing battle, according to 5app CLO Steve...
Dec 12, 2023 5app wins Gold and Silver Brandon Hall Group Awards 5app is a winner again! This time, we've won Gold and Silver Brandon Hall Group Excellence Awards for our core platform, and we couldn't be prouder.
Dec 6, 2023 Global insurance company brings learning into the flow of work with 5app How 5app helped a global insurance company create a user-friendly platform for blended learning.
Dec 6, 2023 A self-directed learning culture for 250 digital health employees How one company achieved self-directed learning and development for 250 employees, helping them build a vibrant learning culture.
Dec 6, 2023 5app enabled perfectly timed digital transformation for a global biotech company How one company worked with 5app and Hemsley Fraser to supports its employees throughout their professional development lifecycle.
Dec 5, 2023 5app launches new academies solution to maximise business growth 5app Academies is the new solution from the learning and comms platform experts, created to help businesses do more with less. Find out more here.
Nov 27, 2023 Hit the jackpot with your finance training Great learning and comms are crucial for the finance sector - especially where compliance and talent retention are concerned. So how do you do it...
Nov 23, 2023 How 5app keeps the FMCG industry moving The FMCG sector is constantly changing. That's why FMCG learning and comms platforms need to be flexible and nimble. Find out more in 5app's latest...