CIS-CSM - Certified Implementation Specialist - Customer Service Management
The CIS-CSM certification validates your expertise in implementing ServiceNow Customer Service Management solutions, including case management, customer portals, and customer service workflows.
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ServiceNow does not publish the cut score, and the official exam blueprint says it is not always 70%. Exams are registered and paid for in ServiceNow University, scheduled through Pearson VUE (source).
Exam Domains
From Official BlueprintThe CIS-CSM exam covers these key areas (per the official ServiceNow exam blueprint). Master each domain to maximize your chances of passing.
CSM Foundational Data Model
Business models (B2B, B2C, B2B2C), product models, install base management, and contracts/entitlements
CSM Configuration
CSM setup in ServiceNow, routing and assignment, case types, and communication channels
Case Management
Case state flows, major issue management, case digests, CSM workspace, case actions, tasks, and escalations
CSM Workspace, Portals, Service Catalog, Analytics, and Reporting
CSM Workspace, portals, Service Catalog, special handling notes, SLAs, targeted communications, and reporting
CSM Best Practices and Knowledge Management
ServiceNow architecture best practices, end-to-end processes, project scope, knowledge functionality, AQI, and knowledge blocks
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CSM Foundational Data Model
Business models (B2B, B2C, B2B2C, B2B2E), product models, install base management, and contracts/entitlements.
CSM Configuration
CSM setup in ServiceNow, routing and assignment, case types, and communication channels.
Case Management
Case state flows, major issue management, case digests, CSM workspace, case actions, tasks, and escalations.
Workspace, Portals & Analytics
CSM Workspace, customer portals, Service Catalog, special handling notes, SLAs, targeted communications, and reporting.
Best Practices & Knowledge Management
ServiceNow architecture best practices, end-to-end processes, project scope, knowledge functionality, AQI, and knowledge blocks.
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Prerequisites & Preparation
Prerequisites & Recommended Experience
- 1ServiceNow CSA certification (recommended)
- 2Customer Service Management implementation experience
- 3Understanding of customer service best practices
Exam Format
- •Multiple choice and multiple select
- •Registered and paid for in ServiceNow University, scheduled through Pearson VUE
- •Official blueprint KB0011529 v11.0, updated November 2025
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