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Oct. 27, 1:00-4:30 How to Write Fail-Safe SLAs” Presenter: Naomi Karten, principal, Karten AssociatesA service level agreement (SLA) is a highly effective tool for helping providers and customers manage expectations, communicate effectively, clarify responsibilities, improve service effectiveness, and build strong relationships. Yet, despite their proven effectiveness, not all SLAs are successful. Indeed, SLAs can create bigger problems than those it is trying to solve. In this workshop, Naomi Karten will provide recommendations, guidelines and examples to highlight the key factors that contribute to (or hinder) SLA success. This workshop will increase your confidence in your ability to establish and manage new SLAs, evaluate and strengthen existing SLAs, identify and resolve flaws in current or planned SLA projects, and lead successful SLA efforts. Here’s what you’ll learn during the workshop:
Naomi Karten is a prolific speaker and writer who has delivered seminars and presentations to more than 100,000 people worldwide. Her handbook, How to Establish Service Level Agreements, is an influential industry classic that has helped numerous companies establish successful SLA programs. (please select WK#5 on the registration form) |












