The document outlines the new guidance and certification scheme for managing benefits developed by APMG International, aimed at addressing significant issues in the success rates of change initiatives and government projects. It emphasizes the necessity for effective benefits management, citing research that highlights the high failure rates of such initiatives, and introduces a multi-disciplinary approach integrating various fields. Upcoming key events include the publication of the guide, a launch event, and the introduction of exams in late 2011 and early 2012.