E-learning is the delivery of a learning, training or education program by electronic means. It offers companies greater flexibility when it comes to product demonstrations, staff training, or safety briefings, for example.

Information can be relayed via computer, CD-ROM, DVD, or electronic device such as a PDA or mobile phone.

And it is highly cost effective, reducing the need for organised training sessions, and creating programs that are engaging as well as informative.

E-learning’s development has been assisted through the demand for long distance learning, as it overcomes timing, attendance and travel problems.