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Take control of service delivery! This intermediate course, led by Dr. Xavier Bruce, will equip you to understand and leverage Service-Level Agreements (SLAs).
What you'll learn:
- Define SLAs and their role in setting clear expectations between service providers and customers.
- Identify the key components of an SLA, including metrics, targets, and responsibilities.
- Explore different types of SLAs used for various service arrangements (IT, cloud storage, etc.).
- Understand the benefits of SLAs for both providers and customers.
- Learn how to effectively measure and monitor SLA performance.
- Gain a basic understanding of what to include when drafting an SLA document.
Why take this course?
SLAs are critical for ensuring successful service delivery. This course will empower you to:
- Improve communication by establishing clear expectations.
- Manage risk by defining acceptable service levels.
- Deliver high-quality service by holding all parties accountable.
Real-world examples:
- We'll explore how outages can impact businesses, highlighting the importance of SLAs.
- Case studies will showcase how SLAs are used in e-commerce and IT departments.
Get hands-on!
- Develop a basic SLA for a practical scenario.
- Analyze an existing SLA to identify strengths and weaknesses.
- Troubleshoot situations where an SLA is not being met.