This course is useful to anyone who would like a foundational understanding of IT service management, its key principles and practices, and how it will help deliver better value to your customers. You will explore introductory and key concepts behind ITIL. You'll also dive into the ITIL framework, particularly the four dimensions of service management and the service value system.

ITIL 4: Foundations and Framework
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ITIL 4: Foundations and Framework
This course is part of ITIL 4 Foundation Specialization

Instructor: Bill Rosenthal
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Understand the foundational components of the ITIL 4 Service Value System and explore how organizations co-create value with service consumers.
Examine the four dimensions of service management to balance people, technology, suppliers, and value streams for holistic service delivery.
Apply the seven ITIL guiding principles, governance activities, and management practices to drive continual service improvement.
Learn by doing. Perform guided, step-by-step hands-on activities on your own computer.
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