PerforAssess™ Recognized — Formal Maturity Recognition

PerforAssess™ Recognized is the Global Performance Audit Unit's formal recognition assessment for organisations, based on the extended and standard methodology of GPAU's Maturity Models, including document review, surveys, and interviews. It is also the only evaluation that provides eligibility to compete for GPAU’s Performance Excellence Awards.

No. The performance results of the assessed organisation are not included as assessment criteria. The GPAU Maturity Models used in PerforAssess™ Recognized evaluate the tools, processes, and architecture of the performance management system, not the extent to which the organisation achieves its targets.

The Roadmap for Improvement Report includes basic details on implementing the assessor’s recommendations. However, it does not contain a ready-to-use action plan for each recommendation. Samples of PerforAssess™ Recognized assessment outputs are available in the Assessment Resources Library.

No. Organisations receive a formal maturity certificate reflecting their current maturity level for each capability assessed, regardless of the level achieved (I, II, III, IV, or V). However, eligibility for GPAU’s Performance Excellence Awards requires at least maturity Level IV.

PerforAssess™ Recognized status, reflected through GPAU’s Maturity Certificate, signals that an organisation’s performance management system has been independently assessed and validated against an internationally referenced framework. It provides objective evidence of institutional capability, relevant for government accountability, investor relations, and leadership credibility.

The GPAU's Maturity Certificate is offered as per the maturity model framework, which is active at the moment of the assessment. Maturity Models are updated every three years. GPAU encourages reassessment at regular intervals to confirm sustained maturity and to reflect ongoing improvements. The frequency of reassessment varies from one organization to another, and it is usually discussed during the engagement.

Yes. For the Integrated Performance Maturity Model, organisations receive a separate maturity certificate for each capability assessed, as well as one for overall Integrated Performance. Capability scores and maturity levels may vary.

For the Operations Performance Maturity Model, only one maturity certificate is issued for each division assessed.

Organisations that achieve maturity level IV or V may be listed in the Global Performance Audit Unit's public directory, and may be eligible for nomination at the Performance Excellence Forum and Awards Gala. Publication of recognition status is done with the organisation's consent and constitutes a significant positive reputational signal in the business environment.

Organisations interested in a PerforAssess™ Recognized assessment can express their interest through the official form. The GPAU team will follow up to discuss eligibility, assessment scope, and next steps.