As 2025 draws to a close, 2026 rises before us as a new dawn.
Looking back, I feel a deep sense of satisfaction in seeing so many of you succeed—not only in earning your desired certifications, but also in carrying that knowledge forward into your careers and professions.
Your dedication has not only led to the successful completion of certifications but has also translated into something far more enduring - the ability to carry that knowledge into your professions and your daily lives.
These achievements are not mere credentials on paper, but they are also living proof of your passion, determination, resilience, and commitment. I have witnessed your journeys, and I acknowledge them in this post.
A few highlights are shared below.
CHAMP Review
The Certified Hybrid-Agile Master (CHAMP) review was written by Sanjeev Kaushal, PMP. He dedicated significant effort to master, drawing on both the CHAMP and MS Project courses to learn Traditional, Agile, and Hybrid-Agile Management using software tools.
CHAMP Review: Excellent Course in Mastering MSP in Both Agile and Hybrid-Agile Environments
CIPSA Success Story
The Certified In Practical Agile (CIPSA) certification was launched recently and has seen strong adoption among Scaled Agile Practitioners. Ravi O’Reilly, CIPSA, shares her detailed Success Story, highlighting its real-world applicability. She is a keen learner and also holds the CHAMP credential.
CIPSA Success Story: Taking Agile to the Next Level with Scaled Scrum and Scaled Kanban
RMP Success Story
RMP is a specialized certification in Risk Management. Vallabha Chebiyyam, RMP, PMP, shares his success story, having achieved the certification in record time. He highlights the course’s practical applicability and its value in his real-world fieldwork.
RMP Success Story: Mastering Risk, Not Just the Exam Using ManagementYogi’s RMP 30 Contact Hours
Multiple PfMP Success Stories
There have been numerous PfMP success stories. These are senior professionals who continue to learn and update regularly. It’s not at all easy to do so and it takes determination and perseverance. PfMP stands as the highest-level certification offered by PMI.
Karen Doolittle, PfMP, successfully cleared the PMI-PfMP exam. Although her application was initially not approved, it was later accepted, and she pursued the journey with determination to achieve her PfMP credential.
Dr. Felicien Dago, PfMP prepared with true sincerity for the PfMP exam and ultimately succeeded in earning the credential. You can read Dr. Dago’s detailed success story here.
Michael Iliakis, PfMP has successfully cleared the PfMP exam this year and later shared the news of his achievement.
There are many others who have also cleared the PfMP exam with my courses and/or book.
You can read their Success Stories.
New Articles: CIPSA and CHAMP Certifications
This year, I have written several articles and spoken in multiple webinars on CIPSA and CHAMP certifications, as well as on the Primavera P6 PPM tool and Artificial Intelligence.
A number of articles have been published on topics such as the Scaled Product Backlog, CIPSA Sprint Backlog, CIPSA Kanban Backlog, and CIPSA roles including PSM and PFM. You can check them below:
CIPSA – Practical Scaled Agile Management Articles
A number of articles have been published on the CHAMP certification, the proper use of Hybrid-Agile, and strategies for avoiding common pitfalls:
CHAMP – Practical Hybrid-Agile Management Articles
CIPSA and CHAMP are the world’s only practical, hands-on certifications in Scaled Agile and Hybrid-Agile. No other Scaled or Hybrid-Agile certification comes close.
New Articles: Artificial Intelligence and Primavera P6
In this year, several articles have been published on Artificial Intelligence (AI), covering its various types and practical applications. AI is poised to reshape the future.
Articles and Webinars: Artificial Intelligence and its Usages
Primavera P6 is a popular project-portfolio management software tool with heavy usage in construction and design industries. I’ve written a number of articles on it in 2025.
Conclusion
In conclusion, it is heartening to see you learning, achieving, and continuing to grow.
May the year 2026 be even brighter for you and bring greater success.
I wish you the very best as you step into the new year.
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