As part of our commitment to providing the most current and relevant learning content, we regularly update our library. This process includes the retirement of content that is no longer up-to-date or relevant.
When content is retired, Go1 uses a multi-step process incorporating a similarity scoring model and AI to identify suitable alternatives. These recommendations are reviewed and refined by Go1's team of content and learning specialists.
Stay informed with monthly retirement emails
Go1 processes approved retirements on the 1st of each month, following a predictable monthly cadence. All retirements carry a minimum 3-month advance notice, giving you a guaranteed window to review impact and plan transitions before content is removed.
You can opt into monthly retirement email notifications from Go1 Learn. This email notifies you of content scheduled to retire from your library in the coming month, so you can take action early.
Stay informed with monthly retirement notifications
Go1 processes approved retirements on the 1st of each month, following a predictable monthly cadence. All retirements carry a minimum 3-month advance notice, giving you a guaranteed window to review impact and plan transitions before content is removed.
You can opt into monthly retirement email notifications from Go1 Learn. This email notifies you of content scheduled to retire from your library in the coming month, so you can take action early.
What happens at each stage
Content retirements follow three stages between notification and full removal:
Stage | When | Search & Discovery | Learner Access |
Retirement Scheduled | 1st of the approved month | Content remains fully discoverable in search and browse | All learners can access and start the content as normal |
Retired | 2 months before removal date | Content is removed from search and browse — new learners can no longer find it | Learners already enrolled can still access and complete the content |
Removed | Requested removal date | Content no longer appears anywhere | Content is fully removed and no longer accessible to any learner |
Example: A retirement approved for removal on 1 August would follow this timeline:
1 May — Retirement Scheduled. You're notified. Content is still fully available.
1 June — Retired. Content disappears from search. Enrolled learners can still complete it.
1 August — Removed. Content is completely inaccessible.
This gives you a clear window to review impact, reassign learners, and find alternatives before access is removed.
Manage Upcoming Retirements
In Go1, Admins have access to an overview of upcoming content retirements in Go1's catalog, in the Content administration section.
View Retirements
You can see a list of content that is scheduled to be retired soon or has already retired, enabling you to plan accordingly.
In the latest Go1 experience, navigate to Content and select the Retirements tab to view:
Retirement date: When content stops appearing in search and discovery (but remains playable for enrolled learners)
Removal date: When content becomes completely unavailable to all users
Assignment status: Flag showing if content is assigned as mandatory to learners
Enrolment data: Number of learners enrolled and last completion dates
Content details: Title, description, content type, and language
You export this list of retirements as a CSV file with complete content metadata, retirement and removal dates.
Discover Suggested Alternatives
For retiring content, Go1 provides alternative content recommendations ranked by a system combining a similarity scoring model, AI assessment, and feedback from Go1's content and learning specialists. Up to twenty alternatives are suggested for each retiring item.
In the example here, the content Open-End Credit Requirements is retiring soon and a number of alternatives including Trade Finance 101: Open Account are recommended as a swap.
How are content alternatives determined?
To ensure a smooth transition when content is retired, Go1 uses a model that identifies the most suitable alternatives. This model evaluates several key factors to minimize disruption to learners:
Provider: We first prioritize content from the same content provider to maintain consistency.
Content Similarity: Alternatives are selected based on how closely they match the original content.
Duration: We favor alternatives with similar duration to meet learners' time expectations.
Type of Content: We aim to match the format (e.g., video, course, or interactive) for a seamless learning experience.
Content Quality: Higher-rated alternatives are prioritized to ensure a valuable and high-quality learning experience.
Alternatives are then reviewed in an automated assessment step powered by AI, and ranked by a similarity score to help you easily identify the best replacements. Go1's content and learning specialists contribute their feedback to continuously improve this model.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How often is the retirements tab updated?
The Go1 Learn retirements tab is continuously updated to display the latest information regarding course retirements and replacements.
What happens if no replacement course is listed?
If no replacement course is suggested by our automated model, consider searching Go1 for courses in similar categories or keywords that match your learning needs.
How far in advance will I know about retirements?
All retirements now carry a minimum 3-month advance notice. You'll see upcoming retirements in the Retirements tab and receive monthly email notifications (if opted in) well before content is removed.
Will retirements affect my assigned or mandatory content?
The Retirements tab flags content that is part of mandatory assignments, so you can prioritise action on compliance-critical retirements first.