Does ITIL® Make Cents?

According to a recent article called, Top 10 Highest Paying Certifications in the Technology Industry, YES IT DOES! ITIL® certification ranked 5th in its ability to provide a financially fit lifestyle. Does ITIL® make sense, yes, and YOUR responses to the questions below should also substantiate that it makes cents!

Important questions for CIOs (or aspiring CIOs?)

	As a CIO would you be more inclined to select a vendor who has ITIL as part of their corporate structure?
	Would you feel more confident about partnering with an ITIL certified company especially if your company’s success is tied to this vendor’s?
	What does an hour of downtime or loss connectivity cost your company? Is it possible to measure the results of a frustrated customer?
	How much does it cost for ten of your employees to earn their v.3 Foundation Certificate? Review Exam Requirements
	Will being ITIL certified make your company more competitive when bidding on a contract?

Checklist for IT Professional?

	What skills are required for your perfect job? Does an ITIL certificate support this vision?
	How much will the certification cost?
	What does an hour of downtime or loss connectivity cost your company? Is it possible to measure the results of a frustrated customer?
	How much will it “cost” if you don’t obtain this certification?
	Do you want to be part of a winning team? Probably yes, considering the alternative. ITIL Certified® professionals are recognized as strivers who can be relied upon for contributing best practices to their team.