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Choosing the Right Asset Type

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Quick Answer

Choosing the right Pinnacle Series asset type depends on the content you're creating: use a Workflow for multi-step processes, a Course for structured learning with tracking and assessments, a Document for static reference material, and a Video for visual demonstrations.

What This Article Helps With

  • Choosing the right content type when creating Pinnacle Series content
  • Understanding the strengths of the Workflow, Course, Document, and Video asset types
  • Applying best practices for LMS content strategy

Why It Matters

Matching the content type to the material makes training more impactful and accessible. Each format has distinct strengths that affect learner engagement and retention.

When to Use Each Asset Type

  • Workflow - Best for multi-step processes with structured dependencies, guided actions, and tool links. Useful for standardizing recurring tasks across teams. Key benefit: consistency and efficiency.
  • Course - Best for structured learning paths that combine several content types, when you need progress tracking and assessments. Suited to onboarding, best-practice rollouts, and certifications. Key benefit: structured knowledge transfer.
  • Document - Best for static reference material such as SOPs or checklists, and for detailed, text-heavy instructions or policies. Use it when content needs to be printable or easy to share. Key benefit: easy access to knowledge.
  • Video - Best for visual demonstrations, software walkthroughs, and tutorials, especially when showing a process works better than describing it. Key benefit: engagement and understanding.

Helpful Tips

  • Design content around the learner's workflow and habits.
  • Use analytics on usage and completion to refine future content.
  • Involve subject matter experts for technical accuracy and real-world relevance.
  • Support accessibility with captions, alt text, and mobile-friendly formats.

Common Questions

Which Asset Type Should I Use for a Multi-Step Process with Tool Links?

Workflow. It's built for structured dependencies, guided actions, and tool links, and is useful for standardizing recurring tasks across teams.

Which Asset Type Should I Use if I Need Progress Tracking and Assessments?

Course. Courses combine several content types into a structured learning path and support progress tracking and assessments.

Which Asset Type Is Best for a Printable Reference Document?

Document. It's suited to static reference material such as SOPs or checklists, and to content that needs to be printable or easy to share.

Which Asset Type Is Best for Showing Someone How to Do Something?

Video. It's best for visual demonstrations, software walkthroughs, and tutorials, especially when showing a process works better than describing it.

Still Need Help?

If you have questions about choosing an asset type, log a support ticket.