Competency Library

Central library

Maintain all your competencies in one central repository in your competency management system, so you make changes in just one place. Always access both current and historical records.  Centranum has a huge library of core, leadership and functional/technical competencies that you can use and adapt.

Customizable content

Supports multiple frameworks and multi-level competencies.

Define and update the competencies needed for success in your organization, with language your staff will relate to.

Improve Health & Safety and other regulatory Compliance  by defining these expectations as competency standards.

As many competencies as you need. You can include values based behaviours, core competencies, leadership competencies, compliance and technical competencies. Customize rating scales to competencies,  behaviours and standards.

Include validation methods and linked learning resources.

If you are not sure where to start use our AI assistant to tailor competencies specific to your industry, operation and job roles.

Competency Mapping Software

A well-designed competency management system maps out the skill sets and competencies of employees across various departments. This organized information helps in quickly spotting candidates who meet the requirements for open roles, ensuring that the right people are considered for advancement opportunities.

With a clear understanding of employee capabilities, organizations can confidently fill vacancies with internal talent, leveraging existing knowledge and experience while maintaining continuity and minimizing onboarding time. This strategic approach supports a dynamic workforce, ready to meet evolving business needs.

Profile Library

Dedicated module for mapping competencies to profiles.

Any combination of competencies and standards can be mapped to requirement profiles.  Link individuals to one or more profiles for assessment and reporting.

Departmental subject matter experts manage technical profiles in their area of expertise.

Use special profiles for those competencies that are part of your performance management system.  They will automatically appear in your informal and formal performance appraisals.

Define core and multi-level leadership competency models for your organization.

Quick and easy revision process ensures competency profiles remain up to date whilst preserving the integrity of historical records.

Extensive profile format options cover all assessment methods.

Career/Learning pathways

Display career pathways in each competency profile.  Both hierarchical and lattice views.

Interactive view so staff can easily see all the possibilities and associated learning resources

Specialist career pathways can be indicated using multiple levels within competencies to highlight requirements by role seniority.

Competency Assessment Software

All the flexibility you need

Managers and decision-makers can ensure their team possesses the necessary skills by using advanced competency management tools to;

• Assess Current Competencies: Evaluate employees’ existing skills accurately through detailed analytics.
• Identify Skill Gaps: Pinpoint areas where improvement is needed and tailor development plans accordingly.
• Create Targeted Development Plans: Design personalized training programs that align with both individual and organizational goals.

By systematically employing these strategies, leaders can not only enhance workforce capabilities but also improve overall productivity and job satisfaction.

Stand-alone Competency Assessment Software

Supports all assessment methods, including workplace based assessment

Staff, line managers and HR staff can all initiate assessments, nominating assessment content and assessors.

Automated assessment set up processes to minimise administrative work

Go beyond assessment just by rating – add in validation and evidence.

Track assessment progress and results in real-time

Automated alerting

Assessors receive automated notifications and reminders when evaluations are due. The message content and timing is configurable.

Comprehensive Management Reports give real time information on Competency Gaps and Levels as well as comparative data and trends.

Competency matrix reports by competency, indicator/behaviour and competency profile.

Risk and Quality Management

Demonstrate workforce functional competence for quality assurance programmes.

Identify those with particular competencies for project teams.

In today’s complex and dynamic operational environments. you need to be able to show that your workforce has the skills and knowledge needed to make the right judgments and decisions

Knowledge is the key – Today competency requires much more than the ‘right behavior’.  Especially in complex roles competencies are built on a foundation of knowledge.   Now you can test whether staff  have the knowledge they need for top performance.

Test Platform   Central question library.  Construct  Multiple Choice Questions with rich media,  linked directly to competency requirements.   Create  test templates and manage knowledge testing with automatic update of competency assessments.

 Flexible  Departmental subject matter experts manage their own areas within the test platform.

Gap Analysis

Real time individual and consolidated reports on gaps at a detailed level enable targeted learning initiatives.

Reports on test results across questions enable quality control of the test bank itself.

Competency management improves communication by establishing a clear framework for discussing skills and development.

• Shared Skill Expectations: Clearly defines required competencies, ensuring managers and employees have a common understanding of role expectations.
• Career Development Alignment: Helps align employee skill growth with both personal career goals and organizational needs.
• Ongoing Skill Conversations: Encourages regular discussions on strengths, skill gaps, and development opportunities.
• Personalized Learning Paths: Enables managers to tailor training and upskilling efforts to individual needs.
• Technology-Driven Insights: Platforms like SAP SuccessFactors provide data on skill progress, guiding informed discussions.

By fostering open, skills-focused dialogue, competency management supports continuous growth and stronger manager-employee relationships.

Competency Linked Learning Management System – Link Learning to business priorities

Providing training to address competency gaps is essential for a skilled, adaptable workforce. It boosts employee confidence, enhances productivity, and ensures teams can keep up with industry changes. Investing in development also reduces turnover by fostering loyalty and cultivates innovation by encouraging creative problem-solving. Ultimately, ongoing training strengthens a company’s foundation, driving long-term success.

Real time need registration –

Staff and managers use the Individual Development Plan to register competency linked development needs as they arise, anytime during the year.

Effectiveness tracking

Clients find many training needs can be met very cost effectively with on lone support materials, on job training and coaching.

Course evaluations can be requested automatically after course completion.

Management reports provide details of all individual learning initiatives, with costs, approvals, progress status and manager assessment of effectiveness.

Targeted learning

The Individual Development Plan enables selection of competency linked learning strategies, formal and informal resources.  Optional configurable approval processes for registration on designated course types.

Training Management

Approval and Progress on each learning objective is tracked. Completed Learning Initiatives are automatically updated as individual training records.

Competency Reporting

Real time rich information and reporting

Real time reporting

Management reports provide on demand information about current competency requirements, competency levels, competency gaps, comparisons between periods and competency trends right through the organization.

Reports drill down to the level of particular standards or behaviors to enable a laser targeted approach to training.

Competency management systematically monitors an employee’s skill growth throughout their career. It begins with an initial assessment to establish a baseline, followed by personalized development plans that include training and mentorship. Regular evaluations and feedback integration ensure continuous improvement, while performance metrics track progress.

Competency management supports career pathing and succession planning, helping employees prepare for future roles. This structured approach ensures ongoing skill development, keeping employees and organizations competitive.

To effectively model their career paths, employees can:

• Compare Job Competencies: By evaluating their current skills against those required for desired positions, employees can clearly see the gaps they need to fill.
• Identify Specific Skills and Development Needs: Understanding the particular competencies required for advancement allows employees to tailor their development strategies accordingly.
• Set Career Goals: Employees with a clear vision of their desired roles can focus their efforts on acquiring the necessary skills and experiences to reach those positions.

Competency management is key to business success by developing employee skills and preparing individuals for future roles. Investing in workforce development creates a strong talent pipeline, while advanced tools help identify skill gaps and strengths for targeted growth. Regular assessments ensure alignment with strategic goals, enabling businesses to adapt, stay competitive, and achieve long-term success.