SAX LLP Leverages Amplifire eLearning to Gain Over 50% Time Back in CPE Credit Completion and Unearth Knowledge Gaps

SAX LLP faced a dual challenge that is not uncommon in the Accounting industry. First, supporting their staff with their CPE requirements in an efficient and effective way. Secondly, assessing their existing and potential new hires’ knowledge for effective support and placement.   

To tackle these challenges, SAX LLP partnered with Amplifire to develop and roll out 10 courses across a variety of important subjects including Audit, Communication and Time Management Skills, Preparing Tax Returns, and more. Amplifire’s adaptive eLearning platform was not just about delivering content; it was about deeply understanding where their learners stood in terms of knowledge and how to enhance it efficiently.

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Recap of AONL 2025: Amplifire Highlights

The AONL 2025 event was a remarkable gathering of nursing leaders and innovators, setting the stage for the latest advancements in the nursing and medical fields. This year, Amplifire had the honor of participating and presenting groundbreaking insights on our adaptive learning platform and its critical role in reducing Hospital-Acquired Infection (HAI) rates with one of our esteemed clients, Providence. The event brought together a diverse group of professionals, all committed to improving patient care and healthcare outcomes through innovation and collaboration.

Throughout the presentation with Troy J. Larkin, PhD, RN Associate Vice President, Clinical Education & Nursing Research from Providence, we were able to emphasize how adaptive learning, with its personalized and data-driven approach, has proven to be a game-changer in the realm of clinical education. By identifying and addressing gaps in knowledge and correcting Confidently Held Misinformation™, our platform has significantly improved competency among healthcare professionals.

With improved competency, Providence saw improved outcomes. Larkin shared these substantial improvements in CAUTI (Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections) and CLABSI (Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections) rates, showcasing a 51% decrease in CLABSI rates, equating to 85 cases avoided and 21 potential deaths prevented. These outcomes highlight the effectiveness of adaptive learning in enhancing patient safety and care quality.

Nurse Training at Scale: Decreasing HAI Rates with Adaptive Learning 

During the presentation, we had the opportunity to share several crucial aspects of our adaptive learning platform that have driven these impressive outcomes. We highlighted the role of microlearning, which provides quick, focused educational interventions that are easy to integrate into busy clinical schedules. The use of patented Amplifire Analytics and Gap-Finder Technology was also a focal point, demonstrating how these tools identify and address knowledge gaps at both individual and departmental levels.

We discussed how our multi-interventional approach, tailored to the specific needs of different units, has led to remarkable improvements post-COVID. This stratified approach, combined with on-site practice observations and continuous feedback, has been instrumental in driving change and improving outcomes. 

Expressing Gratitude to AONL for a Successful Event

We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the AONL for hosting such a successful and impactful event. The opportunity to share our work and connect with like-minded professionals was invaluable. The AONL 2025 event not only highlighted the latest advancements in healthcare but also fostered a sense of community and collaboration that is essential for driving progress in the field.

In conclusion, our participation in AONL 2025 was a resounding success, and we are excited to continue our journey of innovation and excellence in healthcare education. We look forward to future opportunities to share our insights and collaborate with others who are equally passionate about improving patient care and outcomes. Thank you, AONL, for a great week!

4 Key Takeaways from Elevating Clinician Training: The promise of AI for Personalized Workforce Development, a conversation with Amplifire

In the face of a growing healthcare staffing shortage, particularly among nurses, the need for innovative solutions to workforce training has never been more urgent. In a recent episode of Becker’s Healthcare podcast, Bob Burgin, CEO of Amplifire, joined Lukas Voss to explore the powerful role that AI and adaptive learning are playing in reshaping how healthcare professionals are trained. This conversation highlights how personalized, AI-driven training not only addresses workforce challenges but also enhances clinical performance, improves patient care, and supports long-term healthcare system sustainability.

Key Takeaways:

1. The Complex and Evolving Healthcare Landscape

Healthcare is one of the most complex industries to manage, and with constant changes, staying updated is crucial. The stakes in this sector are life and death.

2. The Power of Personalized Learning

Research has shown that 1:1 expert training is up to two orders of magnitude more effective than standard training. While personalized expert training is impractical at scale, adaptive online learning powered by AI can bridge this gap and make it accessible at a fraction of the cost.

3. Addressing Workforce Shortages with AI

As the U.S. faces a looming nursing shortage, especially with many nurses having under 2 years of experience, there is a critical need to scale workforce training. AI can help pinpoint knowledge gaps and deliver personalized, precision training that’s easy for healthcare professionals to absorb and apply effectively.

4. AI’s Expanding Role in Healthcare Beyond Education

Healthcare leaders are increasingly using AI not just for training, but for tasks like drug discovery, documentation, and other operational efficiencies. However, true success with AI in healthcare lies at the intersection of curated content and expert systems.

The podcast delves into how AI-powered personalized training offers a scalable solution to the current workforce crisis, bridging the gap between expert-level training and everyday healthcare professionals.

Listen to the full podcast to learn more about the role of AI in healthcare training and workforce development!

Elevating Clinician Training: The promise of AI for Personalized Workforce Development, a conversation with Amplifire

Elevating Clinician Training: The promise of AI for Personalized Workforce Development, a conversation with Amplifire

In a recent episode of the Becker’s Healthcare podcast, Lukas Voss spoke with Bob Burgin, CEO of Amplifire, about the transformative role AI and adaptive learning are playing in healthcare workforce development. The conversation highlights the urgent need to address staffing shortages, particularly among nurses, and how personalized, AI-driven training is not only enhancing clinical performance but also improving patient care.

Mastering Tax Season: How Personalized Learning and Time Management Fuel Team Success

Tax season can be one of the most demanding times for accounting professionals. With tight deadlines, high workloads, and the pressure to deliver accurate results, the potential for stress and burnout is high. As leaders, it’s crucial to equip your workforce with the right tools and strategies to optimize their performance and reduce the strain that comes with this busy period. By adopting personalized learning and smart time management techniques, you can help your team boost productivity, give them more time to focus on critical tasks, and reduce stress- setting them up for success.

The Connection Between Personalized Learning and Time Management

Personalized learning tailors training to each employee’s unique needs, preferences, and skill levels. In a high-pressure field like accounting, this approach ensures your team focuses on what matters most, optimizing both time and efficiency. By leveraging adaptive learning technologies, training can be accelerated, allowing employees to spend less time on training and more on high-priority work.

The key advantage is that personalized learning helps your workforce work smarter, not harder. By targeting knowledge gaps, employees can skip irrelevant content, moving through training faster and freeing up time to focus on essential tasks during busy periods.

Platforms like Amplifire take this a step further, dynamically adjusting training to each learner’s specific needs. This reduces unnecessary check-the-box training and ensures better retention of critical knowledge, ultimately enabling your team to focus on delivering high-quality work when it matters most.

Time Management Techniques for Supporting Your Workforce

Effective time management is essential during high-pressure periods like tax season. As leaders, you can help your team adopt personalized time management strategies to maximize productivity while minimizing overwhelm. Here are a few approaches to consider:

• Prioritize with Purpose: Encourage your team to start each day by identifying the most important tasks and tackling them first. By focusing on critical deadlines and tasks, they can avoid getting sidetracked by less urgent matters.
• Leverage Focused Work Periods: Encourage the use of techniques like the Pomodoro Method, which involves working in short, focused bursts (e.g., 25 minutes) followed by brief breaks. This strategy can help maintain energy levels and concentration throughout the day.
• Break Large Tasks Into Manageable Steps: Complex tasks can be daunting, but breaking them into smaller, more manageable pieces can help your team maintain a sense of control and reduce stress.
• Leverage Digital Tools: The use of digital tools like task management software and calendars can help streamline workflows and keep everyone on track. These tools not only enhance organization but also ensure that important deadlines are met without added confusion.

How Adaptive Learning Reduces Stress and Accelerates Your Training

Adaptive learning is a game-changer when it comes to supporting your team’s development. By personalizing training content to everyone’s needs, adaptive learning accelerates the training process, allowing employees to focus on the most relevant information and avoid wasting time on irrelevant content.

For accounting teams, this is especially crucial during tax season, as it reduces the need for repetitive training or re-learning. With tailored learning paths, your employees are more likely to retain key knowledge long-term and be better prepared for high-stakes tasks. In fact, studies show that adaptive learning can boost knowledge retention by up to 50%, significantly improving both individual performance and overall team efficiency during critical periods like tax season.

By continuously assessing knowledge and tailoring learning paths, Amplifire helps you stay focused on the most important material, improving retention, and enhancing performance during critical times like tax season. It accelerates training processes, allowing accountants to spend more time on their core work rather than revisiting training content they’ve already mastered.

Leveraging Technology for Efficiency

In today’s digital era, technology plays a vital role in streamlining operations and enhancing team productivity. By leveraging automation tools and cloud-based platforms, your team can reduce the time spent on routine administrative tasks and focus on higher-value work. Automation tools can handle repetitive tasks, leaving your employees with more time to engage in strategic work that adds value to the organization.

Reports indicate that 75% of accountants believe automation has reduced stress and improved productivity by handling repetitive tasks. By incorporating these tools into your team’s workflow, you can help them work more efficiently, reducing stress while maintaining the quality of their work.

Conclusion

Tax season doesn’t need to be a time of overwhelming stress and burnout. As a leader, you can set your team up for success by integrating personalized learning, effective time management, and the right technology into their daily routine. Adaptive learning accelerates the development process, ensuring your team focuses on what’s most important while cutting down on irrelevant content. Combined with strategies like time management techniques and digital tools, your team will be better equipped to handle the challenges of busy seasons with greater efficiency, focus, and less stress.

Amplifire provides a personalized learning experience that helps employees hone in on the skills they need to succeed, increasing retention and freeing up more time for high-value work. When you invest in your team’s personalized development and support their time management efforts, you set them up to excel during critical periods and beyond.

References:

• Accounting Today (2022). How accountants use digital tools to improve time management. Retrieved from Accounting Today
• National Center for Biotechnology Information (2020). Impact of adaptive learning on knowledge retention. Retrieved from NCBI
• Deloitte (2021). How automation is transforming accounting: Reducing stress and increasing efficiency. Retrieved from Deloitte

On The Floor Faster, Better Patient Care

Intermountain Health Saint Joseph Hospital’s Nurse Onboarding Overhaul

In 2022, Intermountain Health Saint Joseph Hospital, formerly SCL Health, faced resource-straining onboarding processes and wanted to reduce nurse turnover. To address these challenges, a revamped onboarding strategy was implemented, featuring a standardized approach and the integration of Amplifire’s adaptive e-learning platform. This overhaul was aimed at enhancing efficiency, reducing training time, and improving patient outcomes.

Intermountain Health Saint Joseph Hospital’s streamlined onboarding process now serves as a benchmark for other healthcare organizations, demonstrating how adaptive e-learning can facilitate quicker onboarding, smarter learning, and better patient care.

Redefining Epic Training in Healthcare

How UCHealth Eliminated Misinformation through Personalized Learning Paths

Traditionally, EHR onboarding training follows a “one-size-fits-all” approach, which fails to address the individual learning needs of both new and experienced clinicians and directly contributes to clinician dissatisfaction and burnout. Learn how UCHealth, a nationally recognized network of 14 hospitals and more than 33,000 employees, reimagined their EHR onboarding and training program to better meet their providers’ needs by partnering with Amplifire.

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Clinicians are asking for better training: are you listening?

As we step into 2025, healthcare organizations are facing a mounting challenge—clinician turnover. This issue has only intensified in recent years, with factors like burnout, stress, and poor system adoption contributing to the growing instability within the workforce. However, as we reflect on how to make this year a success, one crucial element that can help reduce turnover and improve clinician satisfaction is effective training.

The State of Clinician Turnover

According to KLAS Research’s Clinician Turnover 2024 report, turnover remains a significant concern in healthcare. High levels of attrition have resulted in increased workloads for remaining clinicians, a disruption in continuity of care, and overall decreased job satisfaction. The report highlights that turnover isn’t just about clinicians leaving; it’s about the ripple effect that happens when new staff members are constantly coming in and out of organizations without the necessary support and training to succeed.

One major takeaway from the report is the importance of developing strategies to improve retention and support clinicians in their roles. A robust training program is a critical strategy to consider as the report highlights that the “lack of EHR education can be detrimental for at-risk clinicians. 40% of nurses and 59% of physicians who did leave their organization report they wanted improved education,” December 2024, Clinician Turnover 2024 – Arch Report.

When clinicians are properly trained, they’re more confident, competent, and satisfied in their roles, resulting in better retention rates.

The Role of Training in Reducing Turnover

Training isn’t just a one-time event—it’s an ongoing investment. As noted by Judy Faulkner in her blog “Hey Judy”, “Good training is one of the most important parts of installing a new system. If we teach users to do things the right way, and we teach them before bad habits get calcified in the brain, they are much more likely to use the software well and to be happy, proficient users. If the users don’t get good training, and instead bad habits get solidified, they might never catch up.”

This quote underscores the critical role training plays in the early stages of EHR adoption. If clinicians don’t receive adequate training before they get comfortable with shortcuts and incorrect processes, they may never be able to overcome these bad habits. This leads to frustration, inefficiency, and ultimately, burnout. When clinicians are unable to efficiently use the tools that are meant to help them, it adds to their already heavy workloads and increases the likelihood of turnover.

Preparing for a Successful 2025

As healthcare organizations look ahead to 2025, investing in training and development must be a top priority. If your teams are not adequately supported with comprehensive, ongoing education, the cycle of turnover will continue, and productivity will suffer. Here’s five ways that healthcare organizations can align training with turnover reduction strategies:

• Implement Continuous Training Programs: Make training an ongoing process, not just a one-time event. Regular refresher courses, support sessions, and real-time assistance can help clinicians stay up to date and prevent bad habits from taking hold.
• Tailor Training to Specific Roles: Clinicians have varying needs based on their roles, and training should reflect that. Role-specific training helps clinicians understand how to use systems in ways that are relevant to their daily tasks, ensuring they feel confident and proficient.
• Emphasize Change Management: Training should be accompanied by strong change management strategies that foster clear communication, accountability, and user engagement throughout the transition to new systems.
• Personalize the Training Experience: Clinicians’ time is valuable, so instead of offering generic training, provide personalized learning experiences that respect their time and address their specific needs.
• Measure Training Success: Regular feedback and performance metrics should be used to assess the effectiveness of training programs and adjust as necessary.

Looking Forward

As healthcare enters 2025, supporting your workforce through comprehensive training and development isn’t just a “nice-to-have”—it’s essential to reducing clinician turnover and improving the overall work environment. By investing in your clinicians’ skills, you’ll build a workforce that feels valued, empowered, and equipped to deliver high-quality care.

With the right training, you’re not just mitigating turnover; you’re ensuring that your clinicians have the tools they need to thrive in the ever-evolving healthcare landscape. Let’s make 2025 the year that we empower our healthcare workforce with the support they deserve.

Amplifire Named to the 2025 GSV 150: A Top Transformational Growth Company in Digital Learning & Workforce Skills

Recognized among the world’s top 150 private companies driving advancements in digital learning, Amplifire’s adaptive learning technology is empowering organizations to revolutionize workforce performance and resilience.

Boulder, Colorado, Dec. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Amplifire, the leading adaptive learning platform, has been named to the prestigious 2025 GSV 150, GSV Ventures’ annual list of the top 150 private companies globally transforming digital learning and workforce skills.

Amplifire’s inclusion recognizes its innovative workforce development solutions that empower organizations to transform and grow their workforce to meet the demands of an evolving future. By leveraging its science-based learning platform, Amplifire helps organizations improve employee performance, reduce risk, and adapt effectively in dynamic industries.

“We’re honored to be recognized as a transformational leader in digital learning,” said Nitin Walia, President of Amplifire. “This accolade underscores the critical role Amplifire plays in preparing organizations for the future. By equipping workforces with adaptive learning tools and strategies, we help our clients achieve measurable improvements in operational performance and workforce resilience.”

GSV Ventures noted that the 2025 GSV 150 reflects significant advancements in digital learning, including the integration of generative AI to drive personalization and productivity, further reinforcing Amplifire’s leadership in the space.

View the full GSV 150 list at https://www.asugsvsummit.com/gsv-150.

About Amplifire
Amplifire is a next-generation adaptive learning platform with more than four billion learner interactions and is an innovator in high-stakes workforce training for critical roles. The Amplifire platform harnesses advances in cognitive and learning science to create personalized learning and drive successful outcomes. The platform’s adaptive algorithm guides millions of learners to mastery across healthcare, accounting and professional services, government, military, food service, corporate, and education segments, providing unique learner analytics that offer valuable insights.

Source: GlobeNewswire

What is Confidently Held Misinformation?

Amplifire’s Patented, Confidence-Based Learning^®  Approach Explained

In educating learners, ensuring that learners understand and apply their knowledge correctly is paramount. However, one of the most insidious barriers to effective learning is Confidently Held Misinformation^TM (CHM^TM). Confidently Held Misinformation (CHM) instances occur when individuals believe they understand a concept or process but have actually learned it incorrectly—they are confident and wrong. Amplifire’s adaptive, confidence-based learning platform is designed to tackle this challenge head-on by identifying and correcting CHM. But what exactly is CHM, and why is it so critical to address? Let’s explore.

Understanding Confidently Held Misinformation^TM

CHM occurs when a person is convinced they know something accurately, but in reality, they have learned it incorrectly or have misunderstood the information. This type of misinformation is particularly dangerous because the confidence with which the incorrect information is held makes it harder to detect and correct.

For example, an employee might confidently believe they understand the proper procedure for handling a piece of machinery, but if they’ve misunderstood a critical step, this misinformation can lead to errors, inefficiencies, or even dangerous outcomes. The confidence they have in their incorrect knowledge means they are unlikely to seek out clarification or further training, perpetuating the misinformation.

The Dangers of Confidently Held Misinformation^TM

The impact of CHM can be far-reaching:

• Errors in Execution: Employees who act on CHM are likely to make mistakes. These errors can range from minor inefficiencies to major incidents that compromise safety, quality, and productivity.
• Increased Risk: In industries where precision and accuracy are critical, such as healthcare, manufacturing, or finance, CHM can pose significant risks. For instance, a healthcare professional who misremembers a dosage calculation could endanger a patient’s life.
• Resistance to Learning: When employees are confident, they may be resistant to corrective feedback or additional training. They may believe that further learning is unnecessary, which perpetuates the problem and makes it more difficult to correct.
• Wasted Resources: Training programs that fail to identify and correct CHM may lead to wasted time and resources. Employees may pass through training modules without realizing they’ve misunderstood key concepts, leading to continued mistakes on the job.

How Amplifire Addresses Confidently Held Misinformation^TM

Amplifire’s patented confidence-based learning platform is specifically designed to identify and correct CHM through a combination of advanced algorithms, data analytics, and real-time feedback mechanisms. Here’s how the platform works:

1. Initial Assessments to Gauge Understanding: Amplifire begins by assessing the learner’s current knowledge and confidence levels. The platform presents questions and scenarios designed to probe the learner’s understanding of key concepts. 
2. Confidence Calibration: Importantly, Amplifire also asks learners to rate their confidence in their answers. By comparing learners’ confidence levels with the accuracy of their answers, Amplifire can identify areas where CHM exists. If a learner is confident but incorrect, the platform flags this as an area that needs attention.
3. Targeted Feedback and Remediation: When CHM is detected, Amplifire provides both immediate and delayed targeted feedback. This feedback is designed to address the specific misconceptions the learner holds, offering explanations, clarifications, and additional resources to correct the misinformation.
4. Adaptive Learning Paths: Based on the identified CHM, Amplifire adjusts the learner’s path to ensure that they spend more time on areas where misunderstandings exist. The platform may present similar questions in different contexts or provide additional practice to reinforce the correct information.
5. Continuous Monitoring and Adjustment: Amplifire continuously monitors the learner’s progress, adjusting the learning experience as needed to ensure that CHM is corrected. This ongoing adaptation helps prevent the re-emergence of incorrect knowledge and promotes long-term retention of accurate information.

The Importance of Identifying and Correcting Confidently Held Misinformation^TM

The primary goal of any training program is to ensure that employees can accurately apply what they’ve learned in real-world scenarios. CHM undermines this goal by leading to mistakes and errors in execution, which can have serious consequences. By identifying and correcting these misconceptions, organizations can reduce risk, enhance safety, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Correcting CHM also improves overall learning outcomes since learners who receive targeted feedback and remediation are more likely to retain accurate information and apply it effectively.

By focusing on areas where misinformation exists, Amplifire’s adaptive, confidence-based learning platform ensures that training is both efficient and effective. This targeted approach minimizes wasted time and resources, allowing employees to focus on areas where they need the most support. Respecting learners’ time with personalized learning fosters a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Employees become more open to feedback, more aware of their knowledge gaps, and more proactive in seeking out additional learning opportunities.

Interested in learning more about how to correct CHM at your organization?