Development of a SCORM-Compliant Learning Management System with Multi-Subscription Capabilities

The client, an educational institution focused on professional licensing and continuing education, faces challenges in integrating diverse third-party content, ensuring compliance with industry-standard eLearning protocols (SCORM 1.2 & 2004), delivering an intuitive user experience, and expanding revenue streams through flexible content distribution and subscription models. Tight deadlines for deployment further complicate platform development without compromising quality.

A mid to large-sized educational institute specializing in professional training and certification across multiple fields, seeking a scalable eLearning platform.

• Develop a scalable, SCORM 1.2 and SCORM 2004 compliant LMS to support seamless third-party content integration.
• Enable creation and distribution of diverse professional development courses with a versatile course builder.
• Implement intelligent course recommendation and learner profiling for personalized learning paths.
• Support multiple subscription plans with configurable whitelabel options for tenants or partners.
• Incorporate flexible course delivery methods including blended, instructor-led, self-paced, and webinars.
• Integrate secure eCommerce capabilities for course purchases via external payment gateways and internal credit systems.
• Provide comprehensive progress tracking, certification generation, and reporting functionalities.
• Ensure rapid deployment within 8 months while maintaining high quality and accommodating future scalability.

• Advanced course builder capable of compiling lessons from various content types including SCORM modules, presentations, videos, quizzes, discussions, and external resources.
• Full integration and support for SCORM 1.2 and SCORM 2004 standards to ensure compatibility with third-party eLearning content.
• Smart search and course recommendation engine utilizing learner profiles, learning history, and certification requirements to personalize course suggestions.
• Multi-tier subscription management supporting different access levels, branding customization, and domain isolation (whitelabel).
• Multiple course delivery options: blended, instructor-led, self-study, and webinars, with support for resumable video playback and mobile compatibility.
• Comprehensive learner enrollment system allowing course bundle selection, instructor assignment, and scheduling.
• Integrated eCommerce module supporting payments via PayPal and internal credit systems.
• Certificate generation with customizable templates, eSignatures, and export options in PDF format.
• Robust communication features including messaging, forums, notifications, and alerts.
• Ticketing system for support and issue tracking.
• Detailed reporting dashboard covering users, course completion, purchases, tickets, and progress metrics.

• SCORM content platforms for content ingestion
• Payment gateways such as PayPal
• Learning content repositories
• Notification and messaging services
• Content management systems for whitelabel customization

• System must support at least 10,000 concurrent users with minimal latency
• Ensure compliance with relevant data security standards (e.g., GDPR, PCI-DSS for payments)
• High availability with 99.9% uptime
• Scalable architecture to handle future content and user growth
• Responsive UI optimized for desktop, tablet, and mobile devices

The implementation of this SCORM-compliant LMS is expected to significantly enhance the client’s market position by enabling seamless integration of third-party content, expanding course offerings across multiple fields, and providing flexible distribution channels. The platform aims to shorten time-to-market, support rapid scaling, and generate increased revenue through diversified subscription models and content monetization. Overall, the project will facilitate improved learner engagement, higher certification compliance rates, and stronger competitive advantage in professional education markets.