In the last year it has been very noticeable how the number of delegates attending learning events has reduced significantly. Here at Fluid we design and deliver a range of sessions, workshops and seminars: some cost money; some are first thing in the morning; others during the daytime or at the end of the day. However, irrespective of the location and subject, in many cases we find it tough to get sufficient bums on seats to cover the costs of the venue and catering!

Other providers we talk to are finding the same, with employers cutting back on what are often considered optional costs as belts are tightened.

Of course, at Fluid we would argue that such reductions are a false economy; when the upturn comes, organisations that have invested in their people will be poised to take advantageof the opportunities.