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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.

  • Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 20000 Lead Implementer Exam (or equivalent)

  • Professional Experience: None required

  • SMS Project Experience: None required

  • 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.

  • Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 20000 Lead Implementer Exam (or equivalent)

  • Professional Experience: Two years total, with at least one year of specific work experience in IT Service Management

  • SMS Project Experience: A minimum total of 200 hours of qualifying project activities

  • 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.

  • Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 20000 Lead Implementer Exam (or equivalent)

  • Professional Experience: Five years total, with at least two years of specific work experience in IT Service Management

  • SMS Project Experience: A minimum total of 300 hours of qualifying project activities

  • 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.

  • Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 20000 Lead Implementer Exam (or equivalent)

  • Professional Experience: Ten years total, with at least seven years of specific work experience in IT Service Management

  • SMS Project Experience: A minimum total of 1,000 hours of qualifying project activities

  • 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.

https://pecb.com/en/education-and-certification-for-individuals/iso-iec-20000/iso-iec-20000-lead-implementer

Requirements

  • Basic knowledge of ISO/IEC 20000 or other IT Service Management standards

Audience

  • IT service managers
  • IT consultants
  • Project managers
  • Compliance officers
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