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IT Due Diligence Checklist and Best Practices for CIOs

IT Due Diligence Checklist and Best Practices for CIOs

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IT Due Diligence Checklist and Best Practices for CIOs Course Curriculum



Course Overview

This comprehensive course is designed for Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and IT professionals to master the art of IT due diligence. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service.



Course Objectives

  • Understand the importance of IT due diligence in mergers and acquisitions
  • Develop a comprehensive IT due diligence checklist
  • Identify best practices for IT due diligence
  • Analyze IT infrastructure, applications, and services
  • Assess IT risks and opportunities
  • Develop a strategic plan for IT integration


Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to IT Due Diligence

  • Definition and importance of IT due diligence
  • Types of IT due diligence: buy-side, sell-side, and internal
  • Role of CIOs in IT due diligence
  • IT due diligence process overview

Module 2: IT Due Diligence Checklist

  • IT infrastructure assessment: hardware, software, and networks
  • IT applications and services review
  • IT security and risk assessment
  • IT compliance and regulatory review
  • IT service management and support evaluation

Module 3: IT Infrastructure Assessment

  • Hardware assessment: servers, storage, and network devices
  • Software assessment: operating systems, applications, and middleware
  • Network assessment: LAN, WAN, and cloud connectivity
  • Data center and disaster recovery evaluation

Module 4: IT Applications and Services Review

  • Application portfolio analysis
  • Application functionality and performance review
  • Application security and risk assessment
  • IT service management and support evaluation

Module 5: IT Security and Risk Assessment

  • IT security controls and policies review
  • Threat and vulnerability assessment
  • Risk assessment and prioritization
  • Compliance and regulatory review

Module 6: IT Compliance and Regulatory Review

  • Regulatory requirements overview: GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, etc.
  • IT compliance assessment: policies, procedures, and controls
  • Compliance risk assessment and prioritization

Module 7: IT Service Management and Support Evaluation

  • IT service management framework review: ITIL, etc.
  • IT support processes evaluation: incident, problem, and change management
  • IT service desk and support assessment

Module 8: IT Due Diligence Reporting and Recommendations

  • IT due diligence report structure and content
  • Findings and recommendations presentation
  • Prioritization and remediation planning

Module 9: IT Integration Planning

  • IT integration strategy development
  • IT integration planning: timeline, budget, and resources
  • IT integration risks and mitigation planning

Module 10: Case Studies and Group Discussions

  • Real-world IT due diligence case studies
  • Group discussions: lessons learned and best practices


Course Features

  • Interactive and engaging: video lessons, quizzes, and discussions
  • Comprehensive and up-to-date: latest IT due diligence best practices
  • Personalized learning: self-paced and flexible
  • Expert instructors: experienced CIOs and IT professionals
  • Certification: certificate issued by The Art of Service upon completion
  • Lifetime access: access to course materials and updates
  • Mobile-accessible: learn on-the-go
  • Community-driven: discussion forums and group discussions
  • Actionable insights: practical and applicable knowledge
  • Hands-on projects: real-world IT due diligence projects
  • Bite-sized lessons: easily digestible content
  • Gamification: engaging and interactive learning experience
  • Progress tracking: track your progress and stay motivated


What You'll Receive

  • A comprehensive IT due diligence checklist
  • A Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
  • Lifetime access to course materials and updates
  • A community of peers and experts for networking and support
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