What is the 'service strategy process' and why do you need to learn it?
The 'service strategy process' is a way to plan and deliver technology support services in a more timely and efficient manner. When you enroll in the I.T. Service Strategy Toolkit you will learn all the essential principles and steps, showing you how to streamline key strategic planning activities and quickly meet key goals and objectives. As you can see from the curriculum list below, the Toolkit course covers all the elements you need to know, from how the process works, to the actual steps you can follow and deploy. The Toolkit course covers multiple topics including crafting an I.T. management vision, building I.T. end-user partnerships, and multiple strategic practices including "Define, Align and Approve", the "Manage by Process Framework" and proactive problem management planning. And, you also get instant access to multiple template downloads you can use to create all the essential process plans and deliverables.
Toolkit Course Curriculum
When you enroll, you'll find 50+ learning components, including e-book lessons, video presentations, reference materials, templates and more. And enrollment includes all future updates and additions to these components.
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Welcome to the Toolkit
- Welcome Message
- The Big Picture Video Part 1: What is Fast Track Management? (No Audio)
- The Big Picture Video Part 2: Introducing the Service Strategy Process (No Audio)
- The Big Picture Fact Sheet (PDF)
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Chapter 1 Introducing the Strategy
- Quick Start Video (No Audio)
- Lesson 1 - IT Management Basics (PDF)
- Lesson 2 - The IT Management Vision (PDF)
- Lesson 3 - Vision Risks and Constraints (PDF)
- Lesson 4 - Vision Management Skills (PDF)
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Chapter 2 Creating the Strategy
- Lesson 1: Using "Define, Align, Approve" (PDF)
- Lesson 2: IT Management Stakeholders (PDF)
- Lesson 3: The IT Service Portfolio (PDF)
- Lesson 4: IT Vision Statements (PDF)
- Lesson 5: IT Service Level Agreements (PDF)
- Lesson 6: IT Policy Making (PDF)
- Lesson 7: Decision Making Strategies (PDF)
- Lesson 8: Return On Investment (PDF)
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Chapter 3 Promoting the Strategy
- Lesson 1: The IT / End-User Partnership (PDF)
- Lesson 2: End-User Roles in IT Projects (PDF)
- Lesson 3: Customer Service Strategies (PDF)
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Chapter 4 Sustaining the Strategy
- Lesson 1: The Value of Standards in IT (PDF)
- Lesson 2: The Manage by Process Framework (PDF)
- Lesson 3: Project Management in IT (PDF)
- Lesson 4: Problem Management in IT (PDF)
- Lesson 5: The IT Service Review (PDF)
- Interact: Service Strategy Stages Quiz
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Chapter 5 Service Review Practices
- Lesson 1: Service Review Process Standards (PDF)
- Lesson 2: Service Review Process Triggers (PDF)
- Lesson 3: Service Review Size & Scope (PDF)
- Lesson 4: Service Review Stakeholders (PDF)
- Lesson 5: Service Review Steps & Activities (PDF)
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Chapter 6 Service Review Deliverables
- Lesson 1: What is a Service Review Deliverable? (PDF)
- Lesson 2: The Planning Deliverables (PDF)
- Lesson 3: The Data Collection Deliverables (PDF)
- Lesson 4: The Data Reporting Deliverables (PDF)
- Lesson 5: The Data Analysis Deliverables (PDF)
- Lesson 6: Service Review Lessons Learned (PDF)
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Reference for Strategy Introduction
- Creating the Strategy - Concepts Diagrams
- Infographic: Step by Step to a Service Strategy
- Infographic: Managing IT With a Strategic Vision
- Vision Skills Assessment Tips
- Vision Skills Assessment Quiz
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Reference for Strategy Creation
- Service Strategy Steering Committees (Charter Template)
- Infographic: The Keys to Sound IT Policy
- Disaster Recovery Policy Planning (PDF)
- IT Asset Management Policy Planning (PDF)
- Policy Template: Disaster Recovery Plan (Word Format)
- Policy Template: Multi-Purpose for IT Management Policy
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The Service Strategy Tools and Templates
- Template Instructions (PDF)
- Spreadsheet Instructions (PDF)
- Reference: Survey Statement Examples (PDF)
- The IT Vision Statement Template (Word Format)
- The IT Service Review Process Plan (Word Format)
- The Service Review Survey Template (Excel Format)
- The Survey Results Template (Excel Format)
- The Service Review Analysis Template (Word Format)
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Miscellaneous
- Terms of Use
- Privacy Policy
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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What's inside the I.T. Service Strategy Toolkit?
You'll find 50+ learning components, including e-book lessons (in PDF format), video presentations, infographic charts, reference materials and downloadable templates (in Microsoft Office Word format). You can download certain components for offline use as well.
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What is the enrollment fee?
The fee to enroll in the IT Service StrategyToolkit course is $49. The enrollment fee can be paid with most major credit and/or debit cards. Payment processing is fully secure.
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Does enrollment expire?
No. The Toolkit enrollment fee provides lifetime access to all course components, including all future additions and updates at no additional charge. Course contents can be accessed from any internet connected device pursuant to the license and terms of use.