Reimagining Employee Training with Grasply and the SAMR Model

Doreen Wolfgram
December 6, 2024
5 min read

Effective employee training is critical for companies to stay competitive, compliant, and customer-focused in today's fast-paced business world. Traditional methods often fail to engage employees or address their unique learning needs. That’s where Grasply, powered by AI, can transform employee training programs. Using the SAMR model—Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, and Redefinition—Grasply can elevate professional development and employee training. 

In this post, we’ll explore how Grasply transforms training within a financial institution, though its impact reaches far beyond banking to countless industries.

S - Substitution: Digital Convenience

Grasply replaces traditional paper-based or static digital training materials with interactive, accessible content.


Example

Instead of providing thick binders of compliance manuals, a financial institution can use Grasply to deliver these documents as digital learning modules that employees can access on demand through any device. This simple substitution streamlines content distribution, ensuring employees can access the latest materials without hunting through outdated paperwork or email attachments.

A - Augmentation: Interactive Learning

Grasply enhances these digital materials with interactive features like quizzes, videos, and AI-driven feedback.

Example

Employees no longer just read about anti-money laundering (AML) policies; they can engage with video walkthroughs and complete embedded quizzes that provide instant feedback on their understanding. This approach increases engagement and ensures critical concepts are understood, not just skimmed.

M - Modification: Personalized Training Paths

Grasply redesigns how employees learn by tailoring training modules to individual needs.

Example

An employee struggling with fraud detection concepts receives additional scenarios and practice quizzes, while another employee excelling in customer service gets advanced modules on resolving complex customer issues. By analyzing performance and adapting content, Grasply ensures employees receive the training they need to excel in their professional roles.

R - Redefinition: Transformative Experiences

Grasply creates immersive and adaptive learning experiences previously impossible with traditional training methods.

Example

Employees participate in AI-driven simulations and role-play as loan officers or fraud investigators. The AI Trainer provides real-time feedback, while the AI Manager generates detailed performance insights, enabling company leadership to make data-driven decisions.

This approach doesn’t just teach employees; it gives them hands-on experience in a risk-free environment, preparing them for real-world challenges.

From Banking to Any Industry: Grasply’s Transformative Power

Using the SAMR model and AI, Grasply redefines employee training, ensuring employees are informed, confident, and prepared for industry challenges. While this post focuses on banking, Grasply’s innovative approach is adaptable to countless industries—from healthcare to retail to education. Wherever staff members need effective training, Grasply is ready to deliver personalized, engaging, and impactful learning experiences that drive real-world success.

Doreen Wolfgram
Doreen Wolfgram is a seasoned educator, education writer, and professional development expert.