Optimizing Portfolios: Strategic Benefits of MoP
In today’s dynamic and competitive business environment, effective portfolio management is crucial for organizations aiming to achieve strategic objectives and maximize returns on investments. Portfolio management is the coordinated management of one or more portfolios to achieve organizational objectives. A portfolio is a collection of projects, programmes, sub-portfolios, and operations that are grouped together to […]
‘Learning is not compulsory … neither is survival’*
Introduction Just over 18 months ago I was tasked with creating a knowledge management solution to define and maintain a series of processes, procedures and knowledge artifacts for a client. In this blog I will outline some of the principles of knowledge management, how they influenced the activities we then undertook and how we implemented […]
The Where, When, Who and How: Part Two MSP & Prince2
Introduction Sorry this has taken soo long. I have been busy with work, qualifications and breaking a foot. My aim here is describe not only the MSP & Prince2 but also how they fit together. I also want to demonstrate how each best practice can help client engagement and ensure that the each of the […]
The Why and What
I keep six honest serving men, they taught me all I knew. Their names are What and Why and When and How and Where and Who. Update Summer 2024 I have updated my qualifications in the past year with a refreshed Prince2 and ITIL 4 Specialist in Monitor, Support and Fulfil which when combined with […]
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The Synergy of Qualifications and Experience: A Personal Tale
Recently, I added the ITIL Master Certificate to my Propath Portfolio Director Certificate from PeopleCert. Combine that with thirty years of experience in service and project management, and you could say I’m a bit of a veteran in the field. But let’s be honest, having all these qualifications and experience isn’t just about collecting shiny badges—it’s about creating a powerful synergy that makes navigating the professional world a whole lot smoother.
Experience over certificates? Why not have both?
Recently, I proudly added the ITIL Master Certificate to my Propath Portfolio Director Certificate. Yes, I’m now officially a walking, talking acronym! But amidst the celebration, I couldn’t help but notice the growing criticism about the commodification of knowledge through the training industry. Many argue that real-world experience is far more valuable than a wall full of certificates. While I get where they’re coming from, I believe the best approach is to balance both experience and certifications.