SAS Management, Inc. to lead the global launch of the new ITIL on 12 February 2026
Makati, Philippines — SAS Management, Inc., in partnership with PeopleCert, will lead the global launch of the new ITIL® on 12 February 2026, delivering the world’s first ITIL® (Version 5) program and setting a new global standard for digital product and service management.
Following a landmark year of international recognition for excellence in ITIL® delivery, SAS Management, Inc. now takes on an even more significant role: becoming the trusted organization to introduce and deliver the next evolution of the world’s most widely adopted service management framework.
From recognition to global first
In 2025, SAS Management, Inc. was recognized for its outstanding approach to delivering ITIL® , praised for combining rigor, relevance, and real-world application. That recognition has now evolved into global trust.
In 2026, SAS Management, Inc. will not only support the transition to the new ITIL®. It will define how the world experiences the new ITIL® for the very first time.
“This is more than a launch. It is a responsibility,” said Deep Rawat, Vice-President for Service Delivery of SAS Management, Inc. “The new ITIL® represents a fundamental shift in how organizations design, manage, and deliver digital products and services. Being entrusted with its first global delivery is both an honor and a testament to the trust placed in our expertise.”
About the New ITIL®
The new ITIL® reflects the realities of today’s digital- and AI-driven environment. Developed by thousands of practitioners worldwide, the new framework connects digital product management and service management, emphasizing clear value streams, ownership, adaptability, and measurable outcomes across the enterprise.
Designed to be practical by nature and future-ready by design, the new ITIL® enables organizations to move faster, work smarter, and continuously adapt, without losing control or alignment.
A defining moment for the global ITIL® community
The global launch on 12 February 2026 marks a defining milestone for the ITIL® community worldwide. As the first organization to deliver the new ITIL® , SAS Management, Inc., in partnership with PeopleCert, stands at the forefront of this transformation, setting the standard for how the new ITIL® is understood, adopted, and applied across industries.
With decades of experience in professional training and consulting, SAS Management, Inc. continues to lead with credibility, innovation, and impact, shaping not just how frameworks are taught, but how they deliver real business value.
The new ITIL® begins on 12 February 2026.
…and it begins with SAS Management, Inc.
Backgrounder: PeopleCert
PeopleCert is a global leader in the development and delivery of professional skills certifications. As the owner and steward of ITIL®, PeopleCert works with governments, enterprises, and training organizations worldwide to ensure that global best-practice frameworks remain relevant, rigorous, and aligned with the needs of modern organizations. PeopleCert oversees the governance, accreditation, and continuous evolution of ITIL® and other internationally recognized certifications.
Backgrounder: SAS Management, Inc.
SAS Management, Inc. is a leading professional training and consulting organization in Asia-Pacific, recognized for delivering globally accredited programs in IT service management, digital transformation, project management, and governance. Known for its practitioner-led, outcome-focused approach, SAS Management, Inc. serves enterprises, governments, and multinational organizations across the region.
SAS Management, Inc. is a subsidiary of NXT SAS Global, a regional technology and services group headquartered in Singapore, supporting organizations worldwide in building future-ready capabilities.