Course Overview
This qualification covers the Service Management discipline of Service Level Management as described in the IT Infrastructure Library Service Delivery book. The qualification also covers ITIL Service Management principles in general, and the interdependencies between these and Service Level Management.
Course Outline
I. Planning
The planning and implementation of the Service Level Management process.
On completion of the course, the candidate should be able to:
- Understand the planning activities involved in implementation of Service Level Management
- Understand the potential costs, benefits and problems associated with the implementation of SLM
- Know the objectives and scope of SLM
- Understand the importance of good Customer relations
II. Create the Service Catalogue
The compilation of a Service Catalogue to describe the available IT services.
On completion of the course, the candidate should be able to:
- Create a service catalogue
- Identify and document specific services provided
- Establish the relevant characteristics and service requirements for each service
- Identify the relevant information on the use of a service
III. Define the Format
The identification and definition of the appropriate SLA format
On completion of the course, the candidate should be able to:
- Identify which OLAs are required to deliver the services
- Define the type and format of the SLAs required
- Identify which elements need to be included in the SLA
- Understand the impact of OLAs and Underpinning Contracts on the overall SLA
IV. Negotiate the SLAs
Negotiate, agree and document service levels which match customer business needs and the capabilities of the IT service provider.
On completion of the course, the candidate should be able to:
- Identify the Service Level Requirements for each service
- Relate customer requirements to elements which will be included in the SLA
- Negotiate with the customer to achieve agreement on matching his requirements to the services available
- Produce SLAs which meet the Customer requirements, are unambiguous and written in clear, concise language
V. Monitor and Improve Service
Monitor and report on service levels achieved against agreed targets. Manage a Service Improvement Programme.
On completion of the course, the candidate should be able to:
- Monitor, review and report on performance against targets
- Compile and circulate performance reports and SLAM charts
- Report on service level breaches
- Identify where non-conformity occurs and improvements can be implemented
- Make recommendations and implement actions to rectify any problems identified
- Create and manage a Service Improvement Programme
VI. Review the SLM Process
Ensure the overall process is effective and responsive to changing requirements.
On completion of the course, the candidate should be able to:
- Recognise where amendments may be necessary to existing SLAs
- Understand the process for introducing new services and SLAs
- Review the Service Level Management process
- Understand and report on the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of SLM
- Identify areas of weakness and instigate resolution and proactive improvements
VII. Interfaces and Dependencies
The appreciation and understanding of the interfaces and dependencies of Service Level Management with other IT and Service Management processes.
On completion of the course, the candidate should be able to:
- Identify and understand the interfaces that Service Level Management has with the other IT and Service Management processes
- Define and document the dependencies of the other Service Management processes on Service Level Management processes and information
- Define and document the dependencies of Service Level Management on the other Service Management processes and information
- Implement procedures that facilitate the interfacing and dependence of Service Level Management with all other IT and Service Management processes.
Recommended minimum number of hours training in the above syllabus: 18 Hours
This training course is presented on behalf of CourseMonster by an ISEB accredited training provider.
