TY - JOUR AB - Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.Findings Finding an approach to learning that meets their requirements remains a challenge for SMEs. An appropriate blend of formal and informal learning aspects offers some encouragement and problem-based learning has the potential to tick the right boxes in this respect.Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format. VL - 34 IS - 3 SN - 1477-7282 DO - 10.1108/DLO-11-2019-0273 UR - https://doi.org/10.1108/DLO-11-2019-0273 PY - 2020 Y1 - 2020/01/01 TI - Increasing learning effectiveness in an SME context: How problem-based learning can help T2 - Development and Learning in Organizations: An International Journal PB - Emerald Publishing Limited SP - 35 EP - 37 Y2 - 2024/09/19 ER -