Infrastructure Library for Information Technology Foundation

Master core v4 service concepts, the service value system, and foundational IT service management practices across five days.
Infrastructure Library for Information Technology Foundation

At a glance

Duration
5 days
Format
Classroom
Cities
Barcelona, Amsterdam, Kuala Lumpur, Prague, Muscat, Abu Dhabi and more
Next session
12 – 16 October 2026, Barcelona
Average fee
5,800 €

Overview

The Infrastructure Library for Information Technology Foundation provides entry-level grounding in modern IT service management, clarifying how technical teams and cross-functional business units co-create value through digital services. This introductory five-day syllabus introduces the core concepts of the v4 framework, including the four dimensions of service management, the service value system, and the guiding principles that steer daily operational decisions. Participants explore fundamental service management practices across incident resolution, problem identification, change enablement, and service desk coordination. Designed for professionals seeking foundational clarity and structured preparation for foundation-level assessment, this learning experience equips cross-functional staff with common terminology and operating concepts. This course is delivered by Agile Leaders Training Center.

Who Should Attend

  • New IT professionals seeking a solid grounding in IT service management principles
  • Project managers and business analysts coordinating technical delivery streams
  • Service desk technicians, support engineers, and technical operations staff
  • Quality assurance specialists and process coordinators working alongside IT teams
  • Cross-functional practitioners preparing for foundation-level certification examinations

Departments and Industries

This entry-level programme supports cross-functional teams and operational units across service-oriented sectors.

  • Information Technology and Technical Support Services
  • Service Desk and End-User Computing Units
  • Project Delivery and Business Operations Teams
  • Telecommunications, Digital Services, and E-Commerce
  • Healthcare, Banking, and Public Sector Organisations

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain the core concepts and terminology of the modern service management framework.
  • Describe the four dimensions of service management and their operational interdependencies.
  • Examine how the service value system and service value chain transform demand into value.
  • Apply the foundational guiding principles to routine technical and operational choices.
  • Distinguish between key general management, service management, and technical management practices.
  • Prepare systematically for formal foundation certification through practice reviews and scenario analysis.

Course Agenda

Day 1: Foundational Service Concepts and Guiding Principles

  • Introduction to IT service management terminology, service relationships, and co-created value
  • Understanding service offerings, utility, warranty, and stakeholder roles
  • Exploration of the four dimensions of service management: organisations, information, partners, and value streams
  • Reviewing the core guiding principles that support collaborative service culture
  • Initial review questions and terminology flashcard exercises

Day 2: The Service Value System and Value Chain

  • Architecture of the service value system and the role of governance
  • The six core activities of the service value chain: plan, improve, engage, design and transition, obtain and build, and deliver and support
  • Connecting consumer demand to realized value through end-to-end streams
  • Introduction to continual improvement as an overarching operational habit
  • Practical mapping exercise tracing a customer request through the value chain

Day 3: Core Service Management Practices

  • Service desk functions and effective user interaction workflows
  • Incident management principles and prioritization mechanisms
  • Problem management fundamentals: distinguishing incidents, workarounds, and known errors
  • Service request management and standard fulfilment procedures
  • Scenario review comparing reactive firefighting with structured problem diagnosis

Day 4: Governance, Change, and Service Asset Practices

  • Change enablement basics: balancing operational agility with risk management
  • Service level management: establishing realistic expectations and performance indicators
  • Service configuration management and asset inventory concepts
  • Continual improvement register creation and baseline evaluation
  • Practice test questions covering service management practices and governance

Day 5: Implementation Readiness and Certification Preparation

  • Cross-functional collaboration and breaking down departmental silos
  • Practical steps for introducing foundational concepts into existing work environments
  • Sample examination practice with structured question debriefs and rationale analysis
  • Exam techniques, question breakdown strategies, and time management tips
  • Individual action planning for organizational adoption and examination readiness

Practical Exercises

Participants consolidate foundational theory through practical individual and group exercises.

  • Categorize organizational challenges against the four dimensions of service management.
  • Map a standard IT incident through value chain activities to identify handoff delays.
  • Review sample foundation exam questions and debate the rationale behind correct answers.
  • Develop a personal revision plan focused on high-weight framework practice areas.

FAQs

What level of experience is required for this course?

This is an introductory foundation-level course. There are no formal prerequisites, making it accessible to both new IT staff and experienced professionals seeking framework orientation.

How does this course prepare participants for foundation certification?

The syllabus covers all topics required for foundation-level understanding, supported by review questions, scenario analyses, and exam-taking strategies throughout the five days.

How does this foundation course differ from advanced service management training?

This course concentrates on core concepts, shared vocabulary, and baseline practices across the service value system, whereas advanced courses explore strategic architecture and complex implementation workflows.

Is this programme suitable for non-technical team members?

Yes. Business analysts, project coordinators, and cross-functional team members benefit from learning the common terminology and service delivery models used by technical departments.

Conclusion

By completing this course, participants gain a thorough understanding of the service value system, the four dimensions of service management, and core operational practices. Attendees leave equipped with common operational language, practical tools for everyday collaboration, and confident preparation to undertake foundation-level certification.

credits: 5 credit per day

Course Mode: full-time

Provider: Agile Leaders Training Center

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Barcelona Barcelona Week 42, 2026
12 – 16 October 2026
5 Days Onsite €5,700
Amsterdam Amsterdam Week 42, 2026
12 – 16 October 2026
5 Days Onsite €5,700
Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur Week 43, 2026
19 – 23 October 2026
5 Days Onsite €5,200
Prague Prague Week 43, 2026
19 – 23 October 2026
5 Days Onsite €6,000
Muscat Muscat Week 43, 2026
25 – 29 October 2026
5 Days Onsite €5,700
Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi Week 44, 2026
26 – 30 October 2026
5 Days Onsite €4,700
Tokyo Tokyo Week 45, 2026
2 – 6 November 2026
5 Days Onsite €10,000
Rome Rome Week 46, 2026
9 – 13 November 2026
5 Days Onsite €5,700
Vienna Vienna Week 46, 2026
9 – 13 November 2026
5 Days Onsite €5,700
Paris Paris Week 47, 2026
16 – 20 November 2026
5 Days Onsite €5,700
Milan Milan Week 47, 2026
16 – 20 November 2026
5 Days Onsite €5,700
Doha Doha Week 47, 2026
22 – 26 November 2026
5 Days Onsite €5,500
Cairo Cairo Week 48, 2026
23 – 27 November 2026
5 Days Onsite €4,100
Tbilisi Tbilisi Week 49, 2026
30 November – 4 December 2026
5 Days Onsite €5,000
London London Week 50, 2026
7 – 11 December 2026
5 Days Onsite €5,700
Amsterdam Amsterdam Week 50, 2026
7 – 11 December 2026
5 Days Onsite €5,700
Dubai Dubai Week 51, 2026
14 – 18 December 2026
5 Days Onsite €4,500
Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur Week 51, 2026
14 – 18 December 2026
5 Days Onsite €5,200
Madrid Madrid Week 51, 2026
14 – 18 December 2026
5 Days Onsite €5,700
Istanbul Istanbul Week 52, 2026
21 – 25 December 2026
5 Days Onsite €4,500

Frequently asked questions

What does this course cover?

OverviewThe Infrastructure Library for Information Technology Foundation provides entry-level grounding in modern IT service management, clarifying how technical teams and cross-functional business units co-create value through digital services. This introductory five-day syllabus introduces the core concepts of the v4 framework, including the four dimens…

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Yes. Available dates and destinations are listed in the course dates section on this page.

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