Knowledge Management: Use It or Lose It
Introduction In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations face the challenge of managing vast amounts of information. The effective utilization of knowledge can be a game-changer, leading to improved decision-making, innovation, and competitive advantage. In this blog, we explore the intersection of two powerful frameworks—ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and PRINCE2 (Projects IN Controlled Environments)—and […]
Know Your Client’s Business for Effective ITIL & PRINCE2 training
When delivering training on ITIL or PRINCE2, it’s crucial for trainers to understand the business context of their trainees. This understanding enables trainers to provide relevant examples and case studies that resonate with the trainees’ real-world experiences, thereby enhancing the learning process. Here’s why this approach is vital: 1. Enhances Relevance and EngagementTrainees are more […]
The Value of Experienced Trainers in ITIL & Prince2 training
In the rapidly evolving landscape of IT and project management, certifications such as ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and PRINCE2 (Projects IN Controlled Environments) are invaluable. These certifications, provided by PeopleCert, are globally recognized benchmarks of competence in IT service management and project management, respectively. However, the efficacy of these training programs heavily depends on […]
Optimizing Portfolios, Programmes and Project management with P3O
Introduction Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices (P3O) is a guidance developed by Axelos and PeopleCert that provides a set of principles, processes and techniques to help organizations deliver their strategic objectives through effective portfolio, programme and project management. P3O enables organizations to establish, develop and maintain appropriate governance structures that facilitate decision making, prioritization, resource […]
‘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 […]
Manual Tabs
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Service Request Management Webinar
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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.