Introduction
A shared language for skills enables consistent development and assessment. This taxonomy provides the structure for understanding, measuring, and developing workforce capabilities.
Phase | Architect |
Lens | Experience |
Purpose | Create structured skills framework |
Output | Skills Taxonomy Map |
Who's Involved | L&D, HR, subject matter experts, managers |
Duration | 4-8 hours |
Steps
Define skill categories aligned to strategy and work
Identify specific skills within each category
Define proficiency levels with clear criteria
Map relationships and prerequisites between skills
Align skills to roles and WorkPackages
Validate with stakeholders and subject matter experts
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