How Data Rebels Advanced With Reporting and Automation

Data Rebels is on a mission to close the gap between businesses and data. The team helps companies build AI-driven solutions, upskill, and reskill the workforce, so it can speak the language of data fluently. 

Before EducateMe, their training delivery relied on a traditional LMS, Canvas. While functional, Canvas brought with it a host of headaches: clunky interfaces, disjointed reporting, and a lack of customization.

The platform wasn’t built for Data Rebels’ unique cohort-based learning model. They needed something more adaptable, more intuitive, and more aligned with their fast-paced delivery model. 

We talked to Eduardo de la Garza Sanchez, CEO & Founder at Data Rebels, and Helena Corona, Head of Delivery about how EducateMe LMS transformed their educational workflows and helped them understand learning/learners better.

The Challenges Before EducateMe

Data Rebels faced several obstacles with their previous LMS setup, each of which hindered their ability to deliver the kind of impactful training programs their learners deserved. 

Here’s a closer look at the key issues — and how EducateMe rose to the challenge.

1. Burdensome Tracking of Learner Data 

Before EducateMe, the team couldn’t easily track how their learners were doing. Engagement metrics were either buried or had to be pieced together manually, which was time-consuming and frustrating.

EducateMe Solution 

The platform’s centralized dashboard provided at-a-glance insights on everything from course progress to learner activity. With automated data collection, the team could monitor participation without breaking a sweat.

2. Course Delivery & Management Automation

Many routine tasks, such as scheduling Zoom classes, uploading and tracking assignments, and capturing learner feedback, were done manually. This was not just time-consuming but also prone to errors, particularly with a fast-moving learning program.

EducateMe Solution

With EducateMe’s automation features, tasks like scheduling and recording Zoom classes, sharing those recordings, and tracking assignments were streamlined. The platform also enabled instructors to authorize assignment uploads and collect feedback automatically.

3. Lack of Support and Responsiveness

Canvas catered primarily to larger clients like universities, which left smaller startups like Data Rebels feeling overlooked. They found it difficult to get the customized support they needed to scale their programs and solve issues quickly.

EducateMe Solution

EducateMe stood out by offering personalized support tailored to small and middle businesses. The team responded quickly to questions via Slack and even LinkedIn, creating a sense of partnership that Canvas lacked.

4. Difficulties in Feedback Collection

Feedback is critical to improving learning experiences, but collecting it effectively was a significant challenge for Data Rebels. With their previous LMS, learners rarely shared their thoughts, and the manual feedback collection process made it even harder to gather actionable insights.

EducateMe Solution

EducateMe was helpful to some degree and helped Data Rebels better understand learners at first. They also integrate feedback opportunities into the learning journey, guaranteeing that participants can share their experiences without interrupting their workflow.

5. Learners Found the Platform Overwhelming

For business-focused learners, the complicated interface of the previous LMS was a turn-off. Many learners struggled to navigate the platform, leading to lower engagement and occasional frustration.

EducateMe Solution

EducateMe’s intuitive design made day-to-day navigation much simpler for learners. The platform minimizes the need for excessive clicking and provides clear, user-friendly access to calendars, assignments, and course materials. Learners also appreciated the dashboard feature, which gives a clear overview of their progress, including pending assignments and completed tasks. 

Why Data Rebels decided to use EducateMe LMS

Making the switch to EducateMe wasn’t just a matter of convenience; it was a transformative decision that addressed key challenges and opened new possibilities for Data Rebels. 

Here’s what made EducateMe the perfect fit for their needs:

Deep understanding of small organization needs

EducateMe’s pricing and flexibility made it an ideal choice for a growing startup like Data Rebels, especially compared to platforms like Canvas, which cater primarily to large institutions. The affordability of EducateMe allowed them to access powerful tools for scaling their training programs without straining their budget.

Seamless Zoom integration

EducateMe’s built-in integrations simplified course delivery significantly. Features like Zoom scheduling, automatic recording, and seamless sharing of recorded sessions meant that both instructors and learners could focus on the content rather than the logistics. These integrations not only saved time but also created a smoother learning experience across cohorts.

Responsive and personal support

Unlike other LMS platforms, EducateMe provided personalized, real-time support tailored to Data Rebels’ needs. Whether it was resolving issues or answering questions, the EducateMe team made themselves available through Slack and even LinkedIn, creating a partnership-like relationship.

Automation that saves time and energy

EducateMe changed the way how Data Rebels handled repetitive tasks like gathering feedback, scheduling sessions, tracking assignments, and collecting data. By automating these processes, the platform freed up valuable time for instructors to focus on delivering high-quality training and mentoring their learners.

Thanks to EducateMe, Data Rebels turned their training programs into an optimized and automated learning journey for both instructors and learners. Here’s what they achieved:

1. 95% of learners certifications
2. 25% faster reporting & data analysis
3. 30% improved engagement

Data Rebels’ journey with EducateMe LMS shows what’s possible when technology aligns with ambition. With smarter tools, better insights, and seamless delivery, they’ve not only scaled their operations but also transformed how enterprise learners approach data and AI.

For Data Rebels, EducateMe isn’t just a platform — it’s a partner in their mission to create a data-literate workforce.