{"id":22144,"date":"2026-04-22T11:19:23","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T09:19:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cerca.io\/?p=22144"},"modified":"2026-04-22T11:19:23","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T09:19:23","slug":"reduce-the-training-costs-of-its-network-and-if-ai-could-help-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cerca.io\/en\/reduire-les-couts-de-formation-de-son-reseau-et-si-lia-pouvait-vous-aider\/","title":{"rendered":"Reduce your network's training costs: What if AI could help?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"22144\" class=\"elementor elementor-22144\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-ab8f621 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"ab8f621\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-cfd4774\" data-id=\"cfd4774\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dc59411 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"dc59411\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2049\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/cerca.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ENG_Visuel-7.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-19509\" alt=\"Reduce training costs\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cerca.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ENG_Visuel-7.png 2049w, https:\/\/cerca.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ENG_Visuel-7-300x105.png 300w, https:\/\/cerca.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ENG_Visuel-7-1024x360.png 1024w, https:\/\/cerca.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ENG_Visuel-7-768x270.png 768w, https:\/\/cerca.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ENG_Visuel-7-1536x540.png 1536w, https:\/\/cerca.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ENG_Visuel-7-18x6.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2049px) 100vw, 2049px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-91a9acf elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"91a9acf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Training quickly, well and cost-effectively: the challenge of multi-location networks<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-aeba652 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"aeba652\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>In a multi-location network, training is the lifeblood of the business. You need to pass on best practices, guarantee a consistent customer experience and, above all, train teams quickly to keep pace with the network's growth. But let's be honest, it's not<\/p><p>Fortunately, artificial intelligence (AI) and its video avatars can help us. This technology, still unknown to some, is revolutionizing training by offering a solution that combines efficiency, speed, and savings. We explain why and how.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b6d8807 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b6d8807\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">The challenges of network training<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-412c8ae elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"412c8ae\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"flex-shrink-0 flex flex-col relative items-end\"><div class=\"pt-0\"><div class=\"gizmo-bot-avatar flex h-8 w-8 items-center justify-center overflow-hidden rounded-full\"><div class=\"relative p-1 rounded-sm flex items-center justify-center bg-token-main-surface-primary text-token-text-primary h-8 w-8\">As you can see, the success of a multi-location network depends on its ability to ensure that each location follows the same processes and quality standards. In this context, training is not just a \u201cplus\u201d; it is a real lever for ensuring the network's sustainability and growth. But whether using traditional face-to-face methods or creating video content for e-learning, networks face several significant obstacles.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bb56ae1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"bb56ae1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">1. The costs and logistics associated with face-to-face training<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e3028df elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e3028df\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"flex-shrink-0 flex flex-col relative items-end\"><div><div class=\"pt-0\"><div class=\"gizmo-bot-avatar flex h-8 w-8 items-center justify-center overflow-hidden rounded-full\">Face-to-face training involves high logistical costs that can quickly weigh on a company's budget. Between trainer travel, room rentals, accommodation, and other related expenses, the costs add up. When the network spans multiple sites, these costs become a major obstacle. In addition, the time required to organize these training sessions can disrupt the network's productivity, thereby affecting overall performance. It then becomes clear that conducting all training in person is not an optimal solution.<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"gizmo-bot-avatar flex h-8 w-8 items-center justify-center overflow-hidden rounded-full\">This is where e-learning comes in as a strategic solution. It reduces training costs while offering rapid, consistent, and accessible distribution of content across the entire network.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f873a8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8f873a8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"color: #1284e0;\"><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Find the right balance<\/strong><\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"color: #1284e0;\"><a style=\"color: #1284e0;\" href=\"https:\/\/cerca.io\/en\/train-your-network-e-learning-module-cerca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">E-learning<\/span> <\/a>is a flexible and powerful solution, but it must be used strategically. Certain topics, such as practical scenarios or collaborative exchanges, can still benefit from face-to-face learning to maximize learner engagement. The key is to intelligently combine formats to meet your training objectives.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-471bae4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"471bae4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">2. The challenges of creating and producing video training content<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2b4ca2a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2b4ca2a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"flex-shrink-0 flex flex-col relative items-end\"><div><div class=\"pt-0\"><div class=\"gizmo-bot-avatar flex h-8 w-8 items-center justify-center overflow-hidden rounded-full\">However, although e-learning offers many advantages, creating high-quality video content for online training courses remains a challenge. The initial investment can be costly and time-consuming, requiring resources to produce relevant content tailored to the specific needs of each location. Between purchasing or renting equipment (cameras, lighting, etc.), travel expenses for trainers and technical teams, preparation time, and the multiple takes required, costs can quickly add up. Added to this is the cost of video editing, often carried out by external service providers or specialized internal teams, which further increases expenses. And let's not forget the unexpected events that can occur during filming (script errors, oversights, or technical problems), which can prolong the process and increase costs.<\/div><\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div>That said, once your e-learning content has been created, it is an investment that pays off in the long term. Unlike face-to-face training, where you have to allocate a budget for each session (travel, rentals, etc.), e-learning allows you to deliver the same modules as many times as necessary, at a lower cost. An initial investment that, once made, allows you to train your network with ease, without additional costs for each new session.<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div><strong>But then, how can we further reduce the costs of this initial investment while ensuring high-quality content?<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a7fe071 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"a7fe071\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">AI avatars: a solution to revolutionize network training<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49d2963 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"49d2963\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>This is where the magic of AI comes into play. Imagine a video avatar capable of delivering a clear and powerful message, in both French and English (or any other language, for that matter). This avatar can deliver training in a setting that is entirely branded to your company, providing a consistent and professional experience. And the most impressive thing? With today's technology, these avatars are so realistic that it can sometimes be difficult to tell whether you are talking to a human or a digital creation.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1ae3d42 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1ae3d42\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">So why bet on an AI avatar?<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-56c05d1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"56c05d1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li><strong>Saving time and money:<\/strong> Creating an e-learning video with an AI avatar costs much less than hiring an in-person trainer, especially if you need multilingual content.<\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>A simplified update:<\/strong> In networks that are constantly seeking to improve their processes and achieve operational excellence, AI avatars are becoming a powerful ally. Need to adjust training following a change in methodology or new regulations? No need to reorganize an entire shoot: simply update the text, and the avatar is generated in a new video in no time. Fast, economical, and perfectly suited to the needs of demanding networks.<\/li><\/ul><p>According to a recent study by Deloitte, integrating AI into training processes reduces costs by an average of 30% while increasing perceived effectiveness among learners. Pretty appealing, right?<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-22f3d52 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"22f3d52\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">The inspiring example of Dreams Donuts<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cdca858 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cdca858\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>If you still have doubts about the potential of AI avatars, the story of <span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #1284e0;\"><a style=\"color: #1284e0; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamsdonuts.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Dreams Donuts<\/a><\/span> should convince you. At an event organized by Cerca, Ilyass Aoussar, CEO and founder of the company, used a video avatar to present the advantages of this technology. And suffice to say, the audience was blown away.<\/p><p>This avatar, perfectly fluid and believable, demonstrated how Dreams Donuts uses AI to:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Quickly create high-quality educational content<\/strong>,<\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Standardize messages within your network<\/strong>,<\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Preparing for international expansion without breaking the bank on training costs<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><p>A solution that impresses with its effectiveness and realism. If you're curious, the video of this intervention is a must-see. \ud83d\udc47<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-115a528 elementor-widget elementor-widget-video\" data-id=\"115a528\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;youtube_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/youtu.be\\\/0F55jaVat_0&quot;,&quot;loop&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;video_type&quot;:&quot;youtube&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"video.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-wrapper elementor-open-inline\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-video\"><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f4cd1b9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f4cd1b9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">The AI avatar: A solution to reduce your training budgets<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-04357ca elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"04357ca\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Reducing training costs while improving quality and efficiency is possible thanks to AI and digital tools. AI avatars offer a practical, economical, and modern solution.<\/p><p>Creating training videos with an AI avatar means producing consistent content that is easy to update and translate into many languages, without having to hire new trainers.<\/p><p>At Cerca, we integrate AI into every aspect of our software, including digital training. We can help your network create its AI avatar to design powerful educational videos that are perfectly tailored to your needs. <strong>So, are you ready to revolutionize your network training?<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49a6d72 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"49a6d72\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm elementor-animation-bob\" href=\"\/en\/free-trial-foc-2\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Talk to a Cerca consulting 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It\u2019s essential to share best practices, ensure a consistent customer experience, and, above all, train teams quickly to keep pace with the network\u2019s growth. But let\u2019s be honest\u2014it\u2019s not always easy: between logistical costs, time constraints, and the risk of inconsistent messaging, the challenges are numerous. Fortunately, artificial intelligence (AI) and its video avatars can help. This technology, still unfamiliar to some, is revolutionizing training by offering a solution that combines efficiency, speed, and cost savings. We\u2019ll explain why and how. The Challenges of Training in Networks As you\u2019ve likely realized, the success of a multi-location network depends on its ability to ensure that every location follows the same processes and quality standards. In this context, training isn\u2019t just a \u201cnice-to-have\u201d\u2014it\u2019s a key driver for ensuring the network\u2019s sustainability and growth. But whether using traditional in-person methods or creating video content for e-learning, networks face several significant obstacles. 1. The Costs and Logistics Associated with In-Person Training In-person training entails high logistical costs that can quickly strain a company\u2019s budget. Between travel expenses for trainers, room rentals, lodging, and other related costs, expenses add up. When the network spans multiple sites, these costs become a major obstacle. Furthermore, the time required to organize these training sessions can disrupt the network\u2019s productivity, thereby affecting overall performance. It then becomes clear that conducting all training in person is not an optimal solution.\u00a0This is where e-learning emerges as a strategic solution. It reduces training costs while providing rapid, consistent, and accessible delivery of content across the entire network. \ud83d\udca1 Find the Right Balance E-learning is a flexible and powerful solution, but it must be used strategically. Certain topics, such as practical simulations or collaborative discussions, can still benefit from in-person sessions to maximize learner engagement. The key is to intelligently combine formats to meet your training objectives. 2. The Challenges of Creating and Producing Video Content for Training However, although e-learning offers many advantages, creating high-quality video content for online training remains a challenge. The initial investment can be costly and time-consuming, requiring resources to produce content that is relevant and tailored to the specific needs of each location. Between purchasing or renting equipment (cameras, lighting, etc.), travel expenses for trainers and technical teams, preparation time, and the multiple takes required, costs can quickly add up. Added to this is the cost of video editing, often handled by external service providers or specialized in-house teams, which further increases expenses. And let\u2019s not forget the unforeseen issues that can arise during filming\u2014such as script errors, omissions, or technical problems\u2014which can prolong the process and drive up costs. That said, once your e-learning content is created, it\u2019s an investment that pays off in the long run. Unlike in-person training, where you have to allocate a budget for each session (travel, rentals, etc.), e-learning allows you to deliver the same modules as many times as necessary, at a lower cost. An initial investment that, once made, allows you to train your network with ease, without additional costs for each new session. But then, how can you further reduce the costs of this initial investment while ensuring high-quality content? AI Avatars: A Solution to Revolutionize Network Training This is where the magic of AI comes into play. Imagine a video avatar capable of delivering a clear and impactful message, in both French and English (or any other language, for that matter). This avatar can deliver training in a setting fully customized to your brand\u2019s identity, offering a consistent and professional experience. And the most impressive part? With today\u2019s technology, these avatars are so realistic that it\u2019s sometimes hard to tell whether it\u2019s a human or a digital creation speaking to you. So, why invest in an AI avatar? It saves time and money: Creating an e-learning video with an AI avatar costs far less than hiring an in-person trainer, especially if you need multilingual content. Simplified updates: In organizations constantly striving to improve their processes and achieve operational excellence, the AI avatar becomes a powerful ally. Need to adjust a training course following a change in methodology or new regulations? There\u2019s no need to reshoot the entire video\u2014simply update the text, and the avatar is generated in a new video in no time. Fast, cost-effective, and perfectly tailored to the needs of demanding organizations. According to a recent Deloitte study, integrating AI into training processes reduces costs by an average of 30 % while increasing the effectiveness as perceived by learners. Pretty compelling, isn\u2019t it? The Inspiring Example of Dreams Donuts If you still have doubts about the potential of AI avatars, the story of Dreams Donuts should convince you. At an event organized by Cerca, Ilyass Aoussar, CEO and founder of the company, used a video avatar to showcase the benefits of this technology. And let\u2019s just say the audience was blown away. This avatar, which was perfectly fluid and believable, demonstrated how Dreams Donuts uses AI to: quickly create high-quality educational content, standardize messaging across its network, and prepare for international expansion without skyrocketing training costs. It\u2019s a solution that stands out for its effectiveness and realism. 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