{"id":150315,"date":"2026-02-07T09:16:21","date_gmt":"2026-02-07T12:16:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pmgacademy.com\/?p=150315"},"modified":"2026-02-12T15:55:30","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T18:55:30","slug":"is-itil-4-still-worth-it-now-that-itil-version-5-has-just-been-born-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pmgacademy.com\/en\/articles\/is-itil-4-still-worth-it-now-that-itil-version-5-has-just-been-born-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Is ITIL\u00ae 4 Still Worth It\u2026 Now That \u201cITIL Version 5\u201d Has Just Been Born?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let me start in the most honest (and very real-life) way possible: most people who ask this are not really asking about versions. They are asking about risk.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u201cIf I invest time and money in ITIL 4 now\u2026 will I become \u2018outdated\u2019 tomorrow?\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a breath. Because the game is not \u201cITIL\u00ae 4 vs.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmgacademy.com\/en\/itil-version-5-launch-official-information-pmg-academy\/\"> ITIL\u00ae (Version 5)<\/a>\u201d.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> That kind of fight is the Post-it Civil War: fun for the audience, terrible for those who actually need to deliver working services and products in the real world.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, is ITIL\u00ae 4 still worth it? Yes. And here\u2019s why.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmgacademy.com\/en\/articles\/itil\/the-definitive-guide-to-itil-version-5-foundation\/\">The Definitive Guide to ITIL 5<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Navegue por t\u00f3picos de interesse:<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 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ITIL\u00ae 4 did not \u201cdie\u201d with the launch of ITIL Version 5<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pmgacademy.com\/en\/articles\/is-itil-4-still-worth-it-now-that-itil-version-5-has-just-been-born-2\/#2_ITIL%C2%AE_4_Foundation_is_still_valid_as_a_base_and_that_changes_everything\" >2) ITIL\u00ae 4 Foundation is still valid as a base (and that changes everything)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pmgacademy.com\/en\/articles\/is-itil-4-still-worth-it-now-that-itil-version-5-has-just-been-born-2\/#3_The_official_message_is_%E2%80%9Cevolution_not_rupture%E2%80%9D\" >3) The official message is \u201cevolution, not rupture\u201d<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pmgacademy.com\/en\/articles\/is-itil-4-still-worth-it-now-that-itil-version-5-has-just-been-born-2\/#Time-based_scenarios_what_actually_makes_sense_no_guesswork\" >Time-based scenarios: what actually makes sense (no guesswork)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pmgacademy.com\/en\/articles\/is-itil-4-still-worth-it-now-that-itil-version-5-has-just-been-born-2\/#Scenario_A_%E2%80%94_You_need_to_decide_now_0%E2%80%933_months\" >Scenario A \u2014 You need to decide now (0\u20133 months)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pmgacademy.com\/en\/articles\/is-itil-4-still-worth-it-now-that-itil-version-5-has-just-been-born-2\/#Scenario_B_%E2%80%94_You_can_plan_3%E2%80%9312_months\" >Scenario B \u2014 You can plan (3\u201312 months)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pmgacademy.com\/en\/articles\/is-itil-4-still-worth-it-now-that-itil-version-5-has-just-been-born-2\/#Scenario_C_%E2%80%94_You_are_looking_12_months_ahead\" >Scenario C \u2014 You are looking 12+ months ahead<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pmgacademy.com\/en\/articles\/is-itil-4-still-worth-it-now-that-itil-version-5-has-just-been-born-2\/#When_waiting_actually_makes_sense\" >When waiting actually makes sense<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pmgacademy.com\/en\/articles\/is-itil-4-still-worth-it-now-that-itil-version-5-has-just-been-born-2\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_the_ones_that_really_unlock_decisions\" >Frequently Asked Questions (the ones that really unlock decisions)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_ITIL%C2%AE_4_did_not_%E2%80%9Cdie%E2%80%9D_with_the_launch_of_ITIL_Version_5\"><\/span><b>1) ITIL\u00ae 4 did not \u201cdie\u201d with the launch of ITIL Version 5<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no announced retirement date for ITIL\u00ae 4, and the expectation is that both versions will coexist in parallel for at least 12 months (so ongoing learning journeys are not destroyed).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In other words: nobody is going to pull the plug tomorrow and say,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u201cSorry, your certificate just turned into a pumpkin.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_ITIL%C2%AE_4_Foundation_is_still_valid_as_a_base_and_that_changes_everything\"><\/span><b>2) ITIL\u00ae 4 Foundation is still valid as a base (and that changes everything)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you take (or already have) ITIL\u00ae 4 Foundation, you do not need to redo it to enter the advanced modules of ITIL\u00ae (Version 5). It is a recognized prerequisite for the advanced qualifications in the new scheme.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the sentence that calms both your wallet and your career:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> your investment is not wasted.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_The_official_message_is_%E2%80%9Cevolution_not_rupture%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><b>3) The official message is \u201cevolution, not rupture\u201d<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ITIL\u00ae (Version 5) is presented as an evolution to deal with a faster, more complex digital world, with more \u201cAI in the middle of the road.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And it explicitly reinforces compatibility with previous versions, precisely to protect investments in training, certifications, and organizational adoption.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So yes, ITIL\u00ae 4 is worth it.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> But in the right way: as a foundation that prepares you to grow into the New ITIL at the right time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Time-based_scenarios_what_actually_makes_sense_no_guesswork\"><\/span><b>Time-based scenarios: what actually makes sense (no guesswork)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scenario_A_%E2%80%94_You_need_to_decide_now_0%E2%80%933_months\"><\/span><b>Scenario A \u2014 You need to decide now (0\u20133 months)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go with ITIL\u00ae 4 Foundation without guilt.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why?<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is still recognized as a prerequisite for ITIL\u00ae (Version 5) advanced modules.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parallel coexistence exists exactly so this transition does not turn into chaos.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When this is perfect:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promotion or interview coming,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A formal requirement in a job posting,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A career shift,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Or you simply want to \u201cspeak the language\u201d of ITSM as soon as possible.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scenario_B_%E2%80%94_You_can_plan_3%E2%80%9312_months\"><\/span><b>Scenario B \u2014 You can plan (3\u201312 months)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here you have two solid routes:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Route 1 (pragmatic):<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ITIL\u00ae 4 Foundation now + plan the jump later.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You secure your base and avoid being stuck waiting for the \u201cperfect moment\u201d (which never exists).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Route 2 (fully aligned with the new):<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Start directly with ITIL Foundation (Version 5).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This makes sense if your priority is to enter immediately into the New ITIL package:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stronger product + service integration,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">digital experience,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and an \u201cAI-native\u201d world.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scenario_C_%E2%80%94_You_are_looking_12_months_ahead\"><\/span><b>Scenario C \u2014 You are looking 12+ months ahead<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now the game changes: ITIL Version 5 tends to become the \u201cdominant language\u201d of the market, especially around product, experience, and AI.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But again: since no retirement date for ITIL\u00ae 4 has been announced, the decision is still less about \u201cversion\u201d and more about \u201cyour timing and objectives.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_waiting_actually_makes_sense\"><\/span><b>When waiting actually makes sense<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waiting can be smart when:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You have no urgency and want to start directly with ITIL Foundation (Version 5), riding the wave of new content.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your focus is exactly what Version 5 emphasizes:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">product and service integration,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">digital experience,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AI and automation context.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You are aiming at specific advanced modules and want to align your studies with the new format (including planned open-book exams in some advanced modules).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_the_ones_that_really_unlock_decisions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions (the ones that really unlock decisions)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>1) \u201cIf I have ITIL\u00ae 4 Foundation, do I need to redo Foundation in Version 5?\u201d<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> No. ITIL\u00ae 4 Foundation is recognized as a prerequisite for ITIL\u00ae (Version 5) advanced modules.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>2) \u201cHow long will ITIL\u00ae 4 and ITIL\u00ae (Version 5) coexist?\u201d<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> There is no announced end date. The expectation is at least 12 months in parallel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>3) \u201cI have an unused ITIL\u00ae 4 Foundation voucher. Did I lose it?\u201d<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The guidance is that unused ITIL\u00ae 4 Foundation vouchers will be exchangeable for ITIL Foundation (Version 5) vouchers (with specific rules to be defined).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>4) \u201cHow will exams work in ITIL\u00ae (Version 5)?\u201d<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The proposal is:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foundation and Practices: closed MCQ exams.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modules like Product, Service, Experience, Strategy, and Transformation: planned open-book exams.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>5) \u201cAre there extension modules?\u201d<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> In ITIL\u00ae (Version 5), AI Governance appears as the extension module in the scheme.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to stop \u201cguessing\u201d and start deciding with confidence, we built a landing page that solves this practically:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quick map: <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWhich path makes more sense for me: ITIL\u00ae 4 or ITIL Version 5?\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time-based decision checklist (0\u20133 \/ 3\u201312 \/ 12+ months)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning path recommendation (for your career or for adoption in your company)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udc49 Access the LP and choose your route by <a href=\"https:\/\/www2.pmgacademy.com\/en-blog-lp-itil-5\">clicking here.<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Let me start in the most honest (and very real-life) way possible: most people who ask this are not really asking about versions. They are asking about risk. \u201cIf I invest time and money in ITIL 4 now\u2026 will I become \u2018outdated\u2019 tomorrow?\u201d Take a breath. 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