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Recognized is GPAU's highest assessment level, providing in-depth insights, official maturity recognition, and eligibility for the Performance Excellence Awards.

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Overview

Purpose

Recognized Assessments are delivered by GPAU Accredited Assessors applying the full methodology of our proprietary maturity models. Organizations evaluated receive official maturity certificates demonstrating their commitment to business excellence and continuous improvement. Moreover, high maturity scores can also lead to obtaining a certification of compliance with GPAU International Standards and nomination for the Performance Excellence Awards.

Use Case Scenario

Ideal for organizations with established or advanced performance management systems that want independent validation, formal recognition, and a rigorous assessment to refine or elevate their practices. This assessment is also required for organizations seeking eligibility for the Performance Excellence Awards.

Why It Matters

A Recognized Assessment strengthens the organization's external reputation through formal certification, provides validated insight into maturity and improvement priorities, and unlocks eligibility for the Performance Excellence Awards.

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Methodology

Internal documents review.
Survey dissemination across various functions.
Interviews with internal stakeholders.
The maturity score calculation includes assessor and survey scores.

Format

Remote assessment, but on-site visits can be included on demand.
Typically 2 to 3 weeks per capability framework.
For Integrated Performance, the full process typically takes 3 to 4 months.

Prerequisites

A designated liaison person from the assessed entity.
Commitment to engage various internal stakeholders throughout the assessment.
Access to confidential documents for evaluation.
Ability to access and disseminate online surveys in the organization.

Deliverables

Comprehensive Assessment Report (findings & recommendations).
Executive Dashboard with maturity scores.
Roadmap for Improvement Report and Overview.
Findings presentation with assessment conclusions and priority actions.
Official Certificate of Recognition.

Methodology

Internal documents review.
Survey dissemination across various functions.
Interviews with internal stakeholders.
The maturity score calculation includes assessor and survey scores.

Format

Remote assessment, but on-site visits can be included on demand.
Typically 2 to 3 weeks per capability framework.
For Integrated Performance, the full process typically takes 3 to 4 months.

Prerequisites

A designated liaison person from the assessed entity.
Commitment to engage various internal stakeholders throughout the assessment.
Access to confidential documents for evaluation.
Ability to access and disseminate online surveys in the organization.

Deliverables

Comprehensive Assessment Report (findings & recommendations).
Executive Dashboard with maturity scores.
Roadmap for Improvement Report and Overview.
Findings presentation with assessment conclusions and priority actions.
Official Certificate of Recognition.

The 8 steps to excellence

The assessment process:

01.

Activate project

Meet the GPAU Accredited Assessors team and discuss the implementation timeline and requirements from the client organization.

02.

Collect internal documents

The liaison person on behalf of the client organization collects and prepares all necessary documentation for the evaluation. Several discussions about the files submitted can take place at this stage.

03.

Deploy survey

Disseminate the maturity survey for each capability among relevant groups inside the client organization.

04.

Conduct interviews

The GPAU Accredited Assessors will have several interviews with internal stakeholders, usually managerial roles, to get a better understanding of the organizational practices.

05.

Evaluate organizational practices

Data from document review, surveys, and interviews are consolidated to conclude on the maturity scores. An in-depth analysis is performed to outline strengths and improvement opportunities.

06.

Obtain outputs

A first draft of the assessment report is submitted for observations, followed by the final report, and the roadmap for improvement brief.

07.

Understand next steps

The assessment findings and recommendations are presented during the assessment closure meeting.

08.

Maturity Certificate release

The GPAU releases the official recognition for the maturity stage achieved for each capability. Furthermore, many organizations chose to organize an internal ceremony for certificates handover.

Applicable only within six months from the last assessment

Quick Reassessment

Optional follow-up assessment designed to reflect short-term improvements.
Includes documentation review only, covering all or selected parts of the previous assessment.
Provides updated Recognized Assessment deliverables.
Leads to an updated maturity certificate.

Applicable after six months from the last assessment

Standard Reassessment

Optional follow-up assessment designed to reflect medium- or long-term improvements.
Includes full reassessment through documentation review, surveys, and interviews across all areas of the Recognized Assessment.
Provides all Recognized Assessment deliverables, including comparison analysis.
Leads to a new maturity certificate.

Several Reassessment options are available to organizations, depending on the timeframe from their last evaluation and the completion of the changes implemented. Contact us to find the best reassessment option!

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