Guide

TMS vs. LMS: why one isn’t enough

Struggling to manage complex training logistics with tools that weren’t built for the job? This guide breaks down the real differences between a TMS and an LMS—so you can pick the system that actually supports your training operations:

Learn the key differences between a TMS and LMS—so you choose the right system for your needs.
Understand how a TMS streamlines operations like scheduling, resource planning, and compliance tracking.
Get practical examples of how enterprise teams scale training without spreadsheets or manual work.

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You can get more out of your LMS

ILT is a manual mess

Copying, pasting, tweaking—building live training in an LMS takes way too long.

Too many moving parts

Instructor schedules, venue changes, last-minute updates—none of it fits neatly in your LMS.

Your data is scattered

Spreadsheets everywhere, reports nowhere. You can’t improve what you can’t see.

Administrate integrates with key systems—CRM, HRIS, Docebo, training websites, calendars, financial tools, and reporting—creating a unified hub for managing enterprise training operations. This diagram from Administrate shows the TMS as the operational core, connecting and syncing data across all training-related platforms.

Your TMS is the system that holds it all together

Your LMS handles content. Your HRIS tracks people. But only a TMS connects the dots—so training actually runs smoothly.

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