The versatility of online learning has important implications for T&D, since the demand for an educated and empowered workforce is critical in the economy. The advantages of using e-learning are numerous: it is available anytime, anywhere in the
world, and in different languages. However, the biggest advantage is cost savings. According to Paul walliker, Caterpillar Inc/s collaboration and online training man- ager, “'lo create an e-learning module is three times less expensive than it is to create an instructor-led class.