Competency mapping: A myth or reality?

Organizations prosper on people's success which is observed through the people's performance. Performance can be considered as a combination of knowledge and skill which is considered under the term Competency. Competency Mapping has become a buzz word in many organizations. Attempts are being made to use this concept in various functions of HR. Hence this study is undertaken to understand this concept and study the expediency in various dimensions of Human Resource Development. The paper tries to understand the conceptual framework of competency, competency mapping and various approaches and methods to carry out the same. The paper is based on data collected through secondary sources which highlight the use of competency mapping process in different organizations. The study reflects the use of concept majorly in Performance Management System wherein employee involvement is a common thread observed for the success in this exercise.