In a recent a Network World article by Denise Dubie the today’s economic reality was made clear,
“ … Globe One assessed its client base and learned that present employers prefer that candidates have ITIL certification, and will reward them with salaries that are 40% more for such qualifications. Without ITIL certification, employers would expect potential candidates to have 10 to 15 years experience to earn the same pay. Globe One estimates IT professionals with ITIL certifications could see salaries increase by as much as $28,000 per year. ‘ITIL has steadily become an industry imperative, and by offering higher salaries, companies are clearly recognizing its business value."