The six articles in this publication provide information on how basic skills education and training can contribute to corporate profitability, using case studies and examples from corporations that promote employee training. The following articles are included: "Laying the Foundations for a Competitive Advantage: Emson's Skills Enhancement Program" (Zane Bail); "Education Drives America" (Michele Perry); "Designing Curriculum for Workplace Literacy Programs" (Eunice N. Askov); "Proving It Works? Overcoming Business Roadblocks to Re-Educating the American Worker" (Edward E. Gordon); "Using ROI [Return on Investment] to Link Community College Resources and Workplace Training Needs" (Denise P. Rzonca, Jim M. Graber); and "Problem Solving, Teamwork, and Continuous Learning--Cornerstones for Success" (J. William McVey). (KC)