SDI® Service Desk Analyst Course Overview

Target Audience for SDI® Service Desk Analyst

The SDI® Service Desk Analyst course is designed for IT professionals focused on customer support and service desk operations.

• Service Desk Analysts

  
  

• Technical Support Staff

  
  

• IT Support Engineers

  
  

• Helpdesk Technicians

  
  

• IT Service Desk Technicians

  
  

• Customer Support Representatives

  
  

• IT Specialists involved in customer service

  
  

• Technical Service Representatives

  
  

• IT Helpdesk Coordinators

  
  

• Desktop Support Analysts

  
  

• Client Services Analysts

  
  

• IT Customer Service Professionals

  
  

• Service Desk Team Leaders (seeking to understand analysts' roles)

  
  

• Support Center Analysts

  
  

• Entry-level IT professionals looking to specialize in service desk roles

  
  

• IT professionals seeking certification in service management

  
  

• IT Managers who need to understand the role and function of the service desk

  
  

• Anyone aiming to improve their IT service desk communication and problem-solving skills

  
  

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this SDI® Service Desk Analyst?

Introduction to Learning Outcomes:

The SDI® Service Desk Analyst course equips participants with essential skills, from mastering communication and problem-solving to understanding ITSM processes, aimed at enhancing Service Desk operations.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Grasp the role, responsibilities, and desired attributes of a professional Service Desk Analyst to effectively support users.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of communication principles and techniques for improving customer interactions across various channels.
• Acquire key customer service skills, emphasizing the art of questioning and active listening in the IT context.
• Learn strategies for effective cross-cultural communication, managing conflict, and handling work-related stress.
• Recognize the impact of internal and external factors on motivation and the significance of ethics and teamwork in the Service Desk environment.
• Understand essential ITSM processes related to the Service Desk and the Analyst's role in incident, problem, and change management.
• Comprehend the importance of Service Level Agreements (SLAs), the use of metrics, and the value of customer satisfaction surveys in maintaining service quality.
• Enhance problem-solving abilities by employing creative techniques and practicing structured approaches.
• Familiarize with the latest support tools, technologies, and industry terminology to streamline Service Desk functions.
• Explore methods for implementing self-help and self-service options to empower end-users and optimize resource allocation.