The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO, Office of Employment and Training (OET), in collaboration with the Illinois workNet (IwN) team, is upgrading the Illinois Workforce Development System (IWDS) platform to create "IWDS 2.0". This new, more intuitive application will be the system of record for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I programs starting July 2026. It will feature a modern, user-friendly interface designed with accessibility and responsive design standards, focusing on an ideal customer workflow to meet federal and state reporting and case management requirements for Title I and Trade data.
This system update is part of OET's broader commitment to a consistent, statewide customer-centered service delivery approach for the workforce development ecosystem. This approach prioritizes the participant's unique strengths, needs, goals, and challenges, ensuring efficient and streamlined services for all, regardless of their entry point.
For more information​ and to get connected to IWDS 2.0 required kickoff webinars, demonstrations, technical assistance webinars, and other events related to the IWDS Transition please click this link here: IWDS Transition & Training
On the IWDS Transition & Training page, select your role to find the resources and trainings you need to register for upcoming sessions. Prepare for the July 1 IWDS 2.0 launch by attending virtual training courses designed to support your role.
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