Aspeling, Jonathan M.Mason, Roger Bruce2020-08-112020-08-112020-07Mason, R.B. and Aspeling, J. M. 2020. Towards an E-Learning support strategy for the retail sector in South Africa. International Journal of Web-Based Learning and Teaching Technologies. 15(3): 1-18. doi:10.4018/ijwltt.20200701011548-10931548-1107 (Online)http://hdl.handle.net/10321/3435E-learning is of increasing importance in delivering flexible and distributed programmes for workforce skill development such as induction, product knowledge, systems compliance, and customer service. This research consists of a desktop exploratory review of e-learning concepts, policies, surveys, and a set of proposals and recommendations from research into e-learning in the retail sector. The article presents international and local experience, relevant post-school education and training policies and key variables and themes that impact on e-learning. Institutional approaches in supporting e-learning within different countries are also contrasted. The outcomes are general recommendations regarding the focus, alignment and integration of e-learning for the retail sector, with activities proposed to support e-learning.18 penDeveloping countryEducationE-learningRetailTechnologyWorkplace LearningArticle2020-07-2710.4018/ijwltt.2020070101