It can make sense to investigate the present state of the work organization, or the prevailing beliefs of employees on some matter, beforehand so that the training can be planned and used to address the most pressing concerns. Studies can be online surveys or they can be interviews conducted with a sample of employees. The latter are especially useful when one wants to understand a specific work situation or context better.
An integral part of conducting a study is that the data is analyzed and the results presented to the relevant audience. Possible actions aligning with the findings can then be worked out in collaboration with the client. If the organization already has a data that needs analyzing this can also be done.
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