Publisher's Synopsis
The first and second editions of this book are regarded as a classic in its field. Now, in an expanded and updated version of The Art of Service's book, the authors once again present a step-by-step guide to ISO/IEC 20000.
The aim of ISO 20000 is to provide a common reference standard for any enterprise offering IT services to internal or external customers. Given the importance of communication in Service Management, one of the most important targets of the standard is to create a common terminology for service providers, their suppliers and their customers.
The primary goal of this book is to provide the quality education and support materials needed to enable the understanding and application of the ISO/IEC 20000 standard in a wide range of contexts, this IS the best-selling ISO/IEC 20000 quality management handbook from one of the worlds leading experts on the ISO 20000 family of standards.
Plus, in this third edition of the book, with improved and updated content, in accordance with the release of Part 3 of the standard, 'Guidance on scope definition and applicability of ISO/IEC 20000-1'. Fully updated with the latest experiences of successfully working with the standard from industry and the service sector, plus quality auditors.
Analyzes each section, clause and requirement in detail, with practical implementation guidance.
Whether establishing an ISO/IEC 20000 quality management system for the first time, or upgrading an existing system, this handbook is ideal for students, practitioners, managers, instructors and auditors. It is supported by a wide range of solutions, FAQs, tips for implementers, and a glossary of terms that will be invaluable in any sector, industry, business or organization.
Considering the increasing number of IT Professionals and their Organizations who want to be actively involved in IT Service Management and ISO 20000, this book should do at least as well as the first and second edition, which is a bestseller.
