We need to talk.
It’s not us… well, actually, it is you.
You were there when we first dipped our toes into virtual instructor-led training (vILT). You gave us breakout rooms. You gave us recording options. You gave us those awkward moments when someone forgot they were unmuted and started yelling at their cat mid-session.
For a while, it worked. You were dependable. You were familiar. You were the default choice.
But somewhere along the way, things changed. And now Cisco has announced you’re sunsetting. It feels like we didn’t even get closure. One day you were there, the next you’re on the chopping block.
So here it is, our breakup letter. A little dramatic, sure, but you deserve honesty: we’ve found something better.
Let’s Face It, You’ve Been Distant Lately
Remember the early days? You were shiny, new, the platform that gave us confidence to deliver training without plane tickets and hotel bills. You were the friend we could count on when in-person wasn’t an option.
But somewhere between 2015 and today:
- Your interface started aging like milk left out on a summer day.
- You kept demanding installs, plug-ins, and weird workarounds. Plug-ins! In 2025!
- Reporting never got past “who clicked join” and “who maybe stayed logged in.”
- You left instructors squinting at their screens with zero visibility into what students were actually doing.
And then? You announced your own sunset. Like getting dumped by text. Ouch.
We stayed longer than we should have, hoping for one last big update. But the truth? You were built for meetings, not training. We wanted more, and you just couldn’t give it.
What We Really Needed All Along
It wasn’t about virtual backgrounds or fancy meeting layouts. What we actually needed was a true Webex Training Center alternative:
- Smooth access: Browser-based, no plug-ins, no “Did you install the extension?” panic.
- Instructor visibility: Real-time monitoring so we know who’s on track and who’s lost in the menu bar.
- Hands-on labs: Not just screen-sharing, but actual practice environments where learners can get their hands dirty.
- Engagement tools: Polls, timers, task tracking — the things that make training feel like training.
- Analytics: Dashboards and reports that don’t require a detective degree to interpret.
- Support: Real people to call when something breaks, not a self-help forum last updated in 2019.
Basically, we needed a training partner. Not a glorified conference call.
Meet ReadyTech: The Rebound That’s Actually an Upgrade
Okay, technically we could call ReadyTech a rebound… but that feels unfair. This isn’t about finding anyone to replace you. This is about finding someone who actually understands us.
ReadyTech is built for training. Full stop. We’ve been doing this for 25+ years, and we know the difference between “a decent webinar” and “a real learning experience.”
Built for Virtual Instructor-Led Training, Not Meetings
Let’s be honest: Webex Training Center always felt like a meeting tool in training clothing. ReadyTech? It’s training-first.
- Instructors get straightforward controls (mute, webcam, audio modes) without digging through five menus.
- Breakout rooms keep lab context intact — no “wait, where’d my environment go?” moments.
- Materials are stored in a central library, organized and reusable.
- Sessions start in the browser. No plug-ins. No “wait, let me download something” stall-outs.
It’s the UX we wish you had, but never delivered.
Real Hands-On Labs
Here’s the part you never gave us, Webex. ReadyTech brings real, interactive labs to every training session:
- Over-the-Shoulder View: Instructors can literally see what students are doing, in real time.
- Remote Lab Control: Step in and guide a learner when they’re stuck.
- Task tracking + timers: Keep the session on schedule.
- Demo mode: Let learners show their work to the class.
This isn’t just content delivery. It’s actual skill building.
Analytics You Can Actually Use
Your reports told us who logged in. That’s it.
ReadyTech goes deeper:
- Engagement dashboards during class
- Time-on-task metrics
- Attendance + participation logs
- Completion tracking
- Instructor performance insights
Finally, data that proves training works — and helps you improve it.
Integration-Friendly, IT-Approved
Let’s not forget IT. They never loved you, Webex.
ReadyTech is different:
- LMS integrations keep learning data connected
- Secure enough for enterprise and government
- Compatible with AWS, Azure, GCP, and hybrid setups
- Entirely browser-based — no more installs to roll out
IT doesn’t sigh when they hear “ReadyTech.” They actually nod.
You Deserve a Partner That Gets You
Look, moving on is never easy. We get it. But switching platforms doesn’t have to feel like pulling teeth.
With ReadyTech, migration is fully guided — our specialists walk you through every step.
🟧 Your existing lab environment? It still works — including on-prem systems.
🟧 Prefer the cloud? We support ReadyTech’s cloud infrastructure as well as AWS, GCP, and Azure.
🟧 Instructors get templates, onboarding, and hands-on support.
🟧 Learners get 24/7 live assistance from real humans.
We’ll make your move smoother than your last password reset — and a whole lot more rewarding.
You Deserve a Partner That Gets You
| Feature | Webex Training Center | ReadyTech |
|---|---|---|
| Built for VILT | ❌ Meeting-focused | ✅ Purpose-built |
| Browser-based | ❌ Requires plug-ins | ✅ 100% browser-based |
| Hands-on labs | ❌ Limited | ✅ Full support |
| Lab monitoring | ❌ None | ✅ Over-the-Shoulder View |
| Breakouts with lab context | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Engagement tools | ❌ Minimal | ✅ Polls, timers, dashboards |
| Analytics | ❌ Basic attendance | ✅ Full reporting |
| Support | ❌ Forums & KB | ✅ 24/7 live humans |
Time’s Ticking. Don’t Get Ghosted.
Cisco is pulling the plug. Wait too long, and you’ll be scrambling:
- Rebuilding courses overnight
- Stressing instructors who already have enough on their plates
- Watching learners get confused while IT sighs loudly in the background
Or… you could plan now, transition smoothly, and come out looking like the hero who had it figured out months ahead of time.
Ready to Move On?
Webex Training Center is ending. But your best training is just beginning.
With ReadyTech you get:
- A platform purpose-built for vILT
- Real hands-on labs
- Live monitoring and control
- Engagement + analytics tools that actually help
- Guided migration and onboarding
- 24/7 human support
Because this isn’t just a breakup. It’s a glow-up.
Closing the Letter
Webex Training Center, we’ll always remember you. The dog barks. The “Can you see my screen?” chants. The awkward five minutes of silence before someone said, “You’re on mute.”
But it’s time to let go. And honestly? We’re excited about what’s next.
Sincerely,
Everyone who’s switching to ReadyTech.
