A training and development manager believes that in addition to providing superior benefits to employees, it is important to create an environment in which employees are able to develop. She suggests a new program that encourages employees take time out of their workday to research relevant topics and share knowledge with their colleagues. Which statement best demonstrates the positive or negative value of this program to the company?

Multiple Choice

Any increase in learning activities in an organization increases workload and decreases the time available to handle the workload.

Conversing with co$-$workers should occur during employees' free time, not as part of their daily work activities.

The time that employees spend in research may interfere with projects that must be accomplished under tight deadlines.

Shared knowledge can lead to new innovations for the company, as well as the development of internal talent.

Employees will use the knowledge they've acquired to look for jobs with competitors.