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Competency Management: From Frameworks to Measurable Growth
The competency management market reached $103 billion in 2023 and is projected to hit $154 billion by 2030, according to Grand View Research. That kind of growth suggests organizations are investing heavily in defining and developing workforce capabilities. But spending doesn't equal adoption. Most competency frameworks end up as beautifully formatted documents that nobody uses after the first quarter. Competency management is the practice of defining, assessing, and developing the skills and be
Dec 4 · 4 min
Who Knows What? How to Find (and Prove) Expertise Inside Your Company
Finding experts fast is critical for workforce planning, client success, and compliance. Learn how an internal expert finder—using skill flags, a skills matrix, and competency mapping—helps you prove employee competence with audit-ready evidence.
Sep 11 · 5 min
The New SkillsDB: Making Learning Culture Universal
Exciting new SkillsDB marketing website launch, along with a refreshed brand.
Jun 2 · 4 min
The 4 Types of Competency Models: How to Choose the Right One
Competency models vary depending on their purpose. This article will go through four and explain which ones are the most effective.
Oct 9 · 4 min
How to Build a Competency Development Plan That Actually Works
A competency development plan enhances workforce skills, reduces frustration in employees and strengthens the teams for higher performance. Learn more in this article.
Sep 26 · 3 min
Competency Based Assessments: A Critical Tool for Success
Employees aren't born job-ready. Competency based assessments are the right tool for discovering and developing skills further.
Aug 20 · 4 min
How to Implement a Competency-Based Training Program in 5 Phases
Read this article to understand best practices for implementing a competency-based training program.
Jun 11 · 5 min
Skills vs Competencies: What's the Difference and Why It Matters
Skills are a good place to start but the real focus has to be on competency development. Although they sound similar, they are very different.
May 24 · 6 min
How to Create a Competency Definition for Your Organization
A competency definition works as the foundation for skill requirements to specify the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for success at work.
Mar 19 · 3 min
New Hire Training Plans Using Competency Modeling
New hire training: learn how to teach your employees the skills they need for their new job. Not about how to get an HR manual in their hand.
Feb 25 · 5 min