Another research conducted by Hoffman and Mehra (1999) provided evidence for the relationship between workplace
learning and performance. The sample was 100 managers of a medium size manufacturing company. They identified
several critical issues, such as (1) unplanned approach for improving productivity; (2) weaknesses in supervisory
training relate to productivity problem; (3) poor investment in employee training; (4) lack of communication; and (5)
poor involvement and commitment of top management (Hoffman & Mehra, 1999). Based on this research, it seems that
training as formal learning is the key factor in performance improvement programs.