Articles by New Leaf Technologies

Why Memes Are a Fun and Effective Way to Boost eLearning Engagement

“What’s in a meme?” may not have been the question Shakespeare asked, but it’s certainly one that’s relevant in the Learning and Development space today. The Origin of the Internet Meme The term “meme” has a surprisingly academic beginning. It was originally coined by evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins in 1970 to mean a “unit of
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Soft Skills for Success: Why Hard Skills Alone Aren’t Enough

The workplace is changing rapidly — think multigenerational workforces, massive technological changes, and work-from-home or hybrid work styles. These shifts have caused employers to rethink their priorities when making new hires.  This means that although hard skills — the technical capabilities that can be quantified and measured — may push a CV to the top
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Access Bank and aNewSpring: A Success Story

In May 2023, Access Bank reached out to New Leaf Technologies requesting a demo of our blended learning solution, the aNewSpring Learning Platform. Their goal was to conduct regulatory and compliance training for their employees and improve their L&D function. By September 2023, we had successfully rolled out the POPIA course — the first of
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Wellness is Vital for South Africa’s Private Security Sector

South Africa’s private security sector
In the evolving landscape of South Africa’s private security industry, with almost 10,000 companies and nearly 2.7 million registered personnel, the security industry is placing a growing emphasis on the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of its officers. In an environment where violent contract crimes, including murder and rape, sadly persist, the recognition of the
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How eLearning Meets the Training Needs of Security Personnel

meets the training needs of security personnel
In the heart of South Africa’s private security sector, the number of security officers surpasses that of the police force by a staggering 4 to 1. In 2022, according to figures from the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA), there were almost 2.7 million registered security guards, compared to the 140,048 on SAPS’ books. Every
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