The Certified ISO 20000:2018 Lead Implementer program is globally designed to develop expertise in implementing IT Service Management Systems (ITSMS), enabling organizations to establish, manage, and continually improve IT service delivery aligned with ISO 20000 standards.
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Once you become a Certified ISO 20000 Lead Implementer, you'll be able to:
•Introduction to ITSM: Business Justification and initial design
•ITSM Scope: Defining the boundaries of ITSM
•Benefits and Significance of ITSM
•ITSM Policy: Establishing guidelines for ITSM
•Process and Procedure Documentation for ITSM
•Defining Management Systems and Process Approach
•Principles of Information Technology in ITSM
•Preliminary Analysis and Assessing Current IT Level
•Developing a Project Plan for ITSM
•IT Service Accounting: Managing Finances and Budgeting
•Understanding ISO/IEC 20000: Definition and Purpose
•Advantages of Implementing ISO/IEC 20000
•Breakdown of ISO/IEC 20000 Parts
•ISO/IEC 20000:2018: An Overview
•Key Contrasts between ISO 20000 and ITIL®
•ITIL® Life Cycles in Relation to ISO/IEC 20000
•Clauses of ISO/IEC 20000:2018
•Responsibilities of Management within the SMS
•Oversight of Processes Managed by External Parties
•Administration of Documents in the SMS
•Establishment and Enhancement of the SMS
•Management of Resources within the SMS
•Explanation of Auditing and its Purpose
•Various Types of Audits
•Internal Audits
•External Audits
•Terminology Used in Auditing
•Advantages of Conducting Audits
•Auditor and Auditee Roles
•Team Composition for Audits
•Guides and Observers in the Auditing Process
•Responsibilities of a Lead Auditor
•Management of Audits
•Ensuring Confidentiality in Auditing
•Independence of Auditors
•Adopting an Evidence-Based Approach
•Upholding Integrity in Auditing
•Delivering Fair Audit Reports
•Personnel Management by the Auditor
•Preparation of Audit Checklists
•Defining the Scope of Work
•Administration of Audit Programs
•Effective Communication across Organizational Levels
•Skills and Competencies Required for Internal Auditors
•Identification
•Safeguarding
•Proactive measures
•Commence the report initiation process
•Organize and plan activities
•Develop audit plans
•Assign tasks to the audit team
•Prepare necessary documents
•Conduct an open meeting
•Prepare and distribute audit reports
•Finalize the audit process
•Perform follow-up activities
•Utilize the audit triangle concept
•Implement audit templates and work documents
•Management of Service Levels
•Overall Requirements
•Cataloging of Services
•Agreements on Service Levels
•Supplementary Agreements
•Service Processes
•Defining the Scope
•Considering Scope Parameters
•Formulating the Scope Statement
•Reaching Scope Consensus
•Configuration and Release Management
•Change Management
•Capacity and Availability Management
•Service Continuity Management
•Implementation of IT Security Policies
•Assessment of Security Risks
•Implementation of Controls
•Management of Documents and Records
•Operational Management
•Process for Service Delivery
•Process for Resolution
•Process for Relationship Management
•Process for Control
•Process Monitoring
•Internal Audit Function
•Metrics Development
•Performance Indicators and Dashboards
•Review Management
•Continual Improvement Program Implementation
•Audit Preparation
•Contractual Dispute Management
•Internal Audit Template for Implementers
•AI Prompts for Implementation Audits
•ISO 20000 Implementation Checklist
•Top Common Implementation Non-Conformities
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There is no such recommended experience required for getting this certification. Although your ITSM basics should be clear
Exam Questions
40
Exam Format
Multiple choice
Language
English
Passing Score
65+
Duration
90 min
Open Book
No
Certification Validity
5 Years
Complimentary Retake
Yes

The GSDC Certified ISO 20000 Lead Implementer certification is designed for professionals seeking expertise in implementing and managing an IT service management system based on the ISO 20000:2018 standard. This certification validates your ability to effectively plan, implement, and maintain the IT service management processes and activities within an organization.
With the GSDC Certified ISO 20000 Lead Implementer certification, you demonstrate your competence in aligning IT services with business objectives, improving service quality, and enhancing customer satisfaction.
This certification serves as a testament to your skills and knowledge in IT service management, providing you with a competitive edge in the industry.