December Instructional Design SIG: Workflow Optimization

Hello ATD Detroit Members,

We’re excited to invite you to the Instructional Design Special Interest Group (SIG) session!

Date: Thursday, December 10th, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM ET
Location: Virtual (Zoom – link provided after registration)
Cost: Free for ATD Detroit and local ATD chapter members

This month's Topic: Workflow Optimization: Architecture for Faster Content Turnaround

Managing subject matter experts (SMEs) is often the slowest part of any instructional design project. Sifting through dense technical data and endless review cycles drains your time and delays critical training deployments. Explore an operational blueprint to fix that bottleneck. You will learn to:

• Build a structured learning architecture framework that defines clear boundaries for SME input and eliminates scope creep.
• Implement an optimized intake workflow to extract high-yield performance data from technical experts in half the time.
• Transform messy, raw SME information into lean, targeted decision scenarios without losing technical accuracy.
• Establish a streamlined review protocol that shortens approval cycles and keeps project timelines moving forward.

Speaker: Sarah Maier

What’s a SIG?
Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are small, member-driven communities focused on particular aspects of Talent Development. SIGs provide a space for members to dive deeper into shared interests, skills, and roles while building valuable connections.

For more information about the Instructional Design SIG, please contact:

• Laurie Zeller – lauriezeller365@gmail.com

• Misty Minna – Misty.minna@gmail.com

• Julie Pochik - julieapochik@gmail.com 

We hope to see you there!