Performance Improvement Standards The 10 Standards are based on ISPI's four principles, following a systematic process, and agreeing to a Code of Ethics. They are summarized below: - Focus on results and help clients focus on results.
- Look at situations systemically taking into consideration the larger context including competing pressures, resource constraints, and anticipated change.
- Add value in how you do the work and through the work itself.
- Utilize partnerships or collaborate with clients and other experts as required.
- Be systematic in all aspects of the process including: The assessment of the need or opportunity.
- Be systematic in all aspects of the process including: The analysis of the work and workplace to identify the cause or factors that limit performance.
- Be systematic in all aspects of the process including: The design of the solution or specification of the requirements of the solution.
- Be systematic in all aspects of the process including: The development of all or some of the solution and its elements.
- Be systematic in all aspects of the process including: The implementation of the solution.
- Be systematic in all aspects of the process including: The evaluation of the process and the results.
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Code of Ethics
The Code of Ethics is intended to promote ethical practice in the profession. In order to be certified or re-certified, you must sign a statement that you agree to conduct yourself in ways that are in keeping with the principles on which the Code is based. The code of ethics is based on six principles. 1. Add Value Principle
Strive to conduct yourself, and manage your projects and their results, in ways that add value for your clients, their customers, and the global environment. 2. Validated Practice Principle
Make use of and promote validated practices in performance technology strategies and Standards. 3. Collaboration Principle
Work collaboratively with clients and users, functioning as a trustworthy strategic partner. 4. Continuous Improvement Principle
Continually improve your proficiency in the field of performance technology. 5. Integrity Principle
Be honest and truthful in your representations to clients, colleagues, and others with whom you may come in contact with while practicing performance technology. 6. Uphold Confidentiality Principle
Maintain client confidentiality, not allowing for any conflict of interest that would benefit you or others.
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