ProgrammesDevOps Foundation gives a broad entry point into DevOps principles, practices, terminology, and ways of working.
| Deliver specific, outputs within a set time and cost.90 minutes duration | Achieve a broader set of strategic outcomes by managing a group of interrelated projects.26 or more (65%) correct answers to pass | |
| Scope and timeframeClosed-book. | Have a defined scope and timescale.DevOps Leader (DOL) | Have a broader scope, comprising multiple related projects. Their timescale continues until all the desired outcomes are achieved.® |
| Management approachDOL is for individuals who are leading/will lead a DevOps cultural transformation programme. You will study for this qualification the human dynamics of cultural change. It will equip you with practices, methods, and tools to engage people across the DevOps department. | Focuses on the delivery of specific outputs, This certification covers:managing risksDevOps and time, issues, quality, and stakeholders.Companies doing DevOps | Focuses on coordinating multiple related projects to achieve a common outcome. Also focuses on managing project interdependencies and realizing benefits.Key differences between DevOps IT and traditional IT |
Benefits of programmesBecoming a DevOps organisation
There are multiple benefits to an organization if it manages its change initiatives as programmes.Transformational leadership
Strategic alignmentRedesigning an organization for
Programme managementDevOps ensures that all projects within a programme align with the broader organizational goals, ensuring resources are channelled towards initiatives that match the strategic vision.Design principles
Optimized resource allocationValue Stream Mapping
Resources, including time, manpower, and finances, are allocated and utilized more efficiently across various projects, preventing redundancy and waste.Squad organisational model
Risk managementManaging cultural change
By looking at a collection of projects, programme management can identify, mitigate, and manage risks that might not be visible at the individual project level.Culture and its impact on performance
Enhanced stakeholder engagementPopular DevOps tools and practices.
Provides a structured framework for consistent and effective communication with all stakeholders, fostering trust and collaboration.Exam format:
Management of interdependencies40 multiple choice questions
Enables efficient handling of dependencies between projects, ensuring that the progress or outcome of one project doesn’t adversely impact another.90 minutes duration
Improved decision-making26 or more (65%) correct answers to pass
Offers a holistic view of all projects, leading to better-informed decisions based on comprehensive data and insights.Closed-book.
Benefits realizationAgile Service Management
Goes beyond just completing ®projects certifications on time and budget, focusing on achieving the desired outcomes and ensuring that the anticipated benefits are realized and sustained.The DevOps institute has special certifications for Agile Service Management. A prerequisite for these certifications is the completion of a pre-class assignment.
Increased flexibilityCertified Agile Service Manager
Provides a framework that can adapt to changes in the business environment or organizational strategy, ensuring projects remain relevant and aligned.
Consistency and standardization®
By adopting a standardized approach, organizations can ensure consistency in the delivery and quality of projects across the board.CASM introduces you to Agile Service Management, the application, and integration of agile thinking into service management processes and process design projects. It is suitable for anyone requiring an overview of agile service management.
Continuous improvementThe certification covers:
Facilitates a culture of learning and improvement by regularly reviewing performance, capturing The Agile Manifestolessons learnedAgile principles, and implementing best practices across all projects.Agile practices like
Value for moneyScrum
Ensures that investments in individual projects culminate in the desired benefits, yielding a positive return on investment for the organization., Lean and Kanban
Boosted morale and team cohesionAgile Service Management
With clear objectives and coordinated efforts, teams have a clearer sense of purpose, leading to increased motivation and collaboration.Process design basics
In essence, Agile Service Management technologies.programme managementExam format: offers organizations a structured and strategic approach to managing multiple projects, ensuring not just their successful delivery but also the realization of broader business objectives and benefits.40 multiple choice questions