IT4IT™ Foundation (The Open Group)

Overview

IT4IT Foundation validates foundational knowledge of the IT4IT reference architecture for managing the IT value chain and running IT like a business using a standard operating model.

What it covers

• IT value chain concepts (Strategy to Portfolio, Requirement to Deploy, Request to Fulfill, Detect to Correct)
• Core IT4IT reference architecture components and terminology
• Functional components and data objects
• How IT4IT supports IT governance and operating models

Quick snapshot

Steps to get certified

1. Review the IT4IT reference architecture basics and key concepts
2. Study the IT4IT Foundation syllabus and glossary
3. Use practice questions to test understanding
4. Register for the IT4IT Part 1 exam through The Open Group/Pearson VUE
5. Pass the exam and receive your certification

Free study resources

• IT4IT overview and materials on The Open Group site
• YouTube: IT4IT Foundation summaries and walkthroughs
• Practice quizzes (community-created)
• Enterprise architecture blogs covering IT4IT value chain concepts

Communities & discussion

• The Open Group forums and announcements
• LinkedIn: enterprise architecture groups
• Reddit: enterprise architecture / IT governance discussions
• Local EA/ITSM meetup groups

Example jobs with this cert

• Enterprise Architecture Analyst
• IT Operating Model Analyst
• IT Governance Analyst
• ITSM/IT Operations Analyst
• Transformation Analyst