IT Standards

Develop and review of standard operating procedures as well as service expectations for IT-related activities and processes. This includes the provision of clear guidelines for the organisation to carry out IT-related tasks in a manner that is effective, efficient and consistent with the IT service standards and quality standards of the organisation

Type

Functional

Competency Area

Governance and Compliance

Levels

Review current practices

Review current practices of performing IT-related activities against the organisation's desired standards and guidelines

Evaluate relevance of global industry standards to the organisation’s internal standards

Analyse gaps between current practices and user and business IT requirements

Propose revisions to IT service standards and protocols based on new directions, so as to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of IT service delivery

Set guidelines in alignment with global industry standards

Articulate guidelines for the organisation to carry out IT-related activities in alignment with service and quality standards

Make informed decisions on the applicability of global industry standards to the company's context

Determine new IT practices based on refinements to the organisation's service standards

Review revisions to practices and service protocols for IT activities

Define content for materials, handbooks and manuals

Inspire enhancements in line with the evolving landscape

Evaluate impact of evolving market trends on service expectations

Inspire enhancements and redefine IT standards in consideration of emerging industry trends and requirements

Approve new policies and policy updates to align IT processes with the organisation's desired standards and priorities