Course Outline
Introduction to ISO/IEC 20000 and ITSM
- Overview of ISO/IEC 20000 structure and requirements
- Introduction to the concepts of IT Service Management
- Benefits of implementing ISO/IEC 20000
- Key terminology and principles of ITSM
- Case studies of ISO/IEC 20000 implementation
Planning for ISO/IEC 20000 Implementation
- Initiating an ITSM project: Scope and objectives
- Leadership and commitment from top management
- Planning and managing an ISO/IEC 20000 project
- Risk management for ITSM projects
- Creating an implementation roadmap
Implementing ISO/IEC 20000 Requirements
- Detailed analysis of ISO/IEC 20000 clauses
- Implementing the ITSM processes:
- Service delivery processes
- Control processes
- Resolution processes
- Relationship processes
- Documenting and managing ITSM policies and procedures
- Creating a Service Management System (SMS) manual
Measuring, Monitoring, and Continuous Improvement
- Key performance indicators (KPIs) for ITSM processes
- Monitoring and measuring ITSM performance
- Internal audit of ITSM practices
- Management reviews and continual improvement process
- Corrective and preventive actions
Preparing for Certification and Lead Implementer Role
- Preparing for ISO/IEC 20000 certification audit
- Selecting and interacting with certification bodies
- Lead Implementer's responsibilities and challenges
- Ensuring continual improvement post-certification
- Review and mock exam preparation for the ISO/IEC 20000 Lead Implementer exam
Summary and Next Steps
PECB ISO/IEC 20000 Lead Implementer Certification Path and Requirements
After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for one of four professional credentials depending on your experience level. All credentials require passing the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 20000 Lead Implementer Exam (or an approved equivalent) and signing the PECB Code of Ethics.
1. Certified ISO/IEC 20000 Provisional Implementer
Ideal for individuals who have mastered the theoretical framework of a service management system (SMS) but do not yet have practical field implementation experience.
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Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 20000 Lead Implementer Exam (or equivalent)
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Professional Experience: None required
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SMS Project Experience: None required
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Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics
2. Certified ISO/IEC 20000 Implementer
Designed for professionals with foundational, hands-on experience executing and managing IT service management processes.
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Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 20000 Lead Implementer Exam (or equivalent)
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Professional Experience: Two years total, with at least one year of specific work experience in IT Service Management
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SMS Project Experience: A minimum total of 200 hours of qualifying project activities
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Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics
3. Certified ISO/IEC 20000 Lead Implementer
The standard credential for experienced professionals qualified to plan, execute, and completely manage an organization's entire IT service management system implementation.
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Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 20000 Lead Implementer Exam (or equivalent)
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Professional Experience: Five years total, with at least two years of specific work experience in IT Service Management
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SMS Project Experience: A minimum total of 300 hours of qualifying project activities
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Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics
4. Certified ISO/IEC 20000 Senior Lead Implementer
The highest tier for expert practitioners with comprehensive, long-term leadership experience orchestrating complex, large-scale service management system architectures.
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Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 20000 Lead Implementer Exam (or equivalent)
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Professional Experience: Ten years total, with at least seven years of specific work experience in IT Service Management
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SMS Project Experience: A minimum total of 1,000 hours of qualifying project activities
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Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics
Qualifying Project Activities Note: To be accepted by PECB, your logged hours should directly relate to the design and deployment of an SMS. Valid activities include drafting implementation plans, initiating and rolling out the SMS, actively managing and maintaining system performance, and identifying opportunities for continual improvement.
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of ISO/IEC 20000 or other IT Service Management standards
Audience
- IT service managers
- IT consultants
- Project managers
- Compliance officers
Testimonials (4)
Theory followed by practical examples and exercices. Job well done!
Vincenzo Delle Donne - Department of National Defence
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the expertise & knowledge of the trainer
Erica DeRosa DeRosa - Aecon Group INc.
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I enjoyed the quizzes, and Driton's style of teaching.
Chloe - SEEC MM Ltd.,
Course - ISO 9001 Lead Implementer
With both my 2022 ISO 9001 audit prep-related training & the recently completed ISO 9001 audit prep refresher course; Dereck has helped me significantly with regards to gaining a new & practical perspective of the ISO 9001:2015 clauses & sections & how they apply to our business. Dereck has also helped me with both training courses --- to improve my ISO-related communications both with our company's employees and the external ISO Auditors .