CIS-DF - Certified Implementation Specialist - Data Foundations
The CIS-DF certification validates your expertise in CMDB and Common Service Data Model (CSDM) fundamentals. This certification is now a required prerequisite for multiple CIS certifications including CIS-ITSM, CIS-HAM, CIS-SAM, CIS-Discovery, CIS-SM, CIS-SIR, and CIS-VR.
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Exam Domains
The CIS-DF exam covers these key areas. Master each domain to maximize your chances of passing.
Configuration
Build and manage CMDB schema, identifiers, and reconciliation
Ingest
Import, normalize, and reconcile CI data with IRE and Service Graph Connectors
Govern
Apply health KPIs, governance processes, and lifecycle controls for trusted data
Insight
Use Query Builder, dashboards, and Unified Map for reporting and impact analysis
CSDM Fundamentals
Apply the Common Service Data Model to services across the lifecycle
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Practice by Topic
Focus on specific areas to strengthen your weak points.
Configuration
Build and manage CMDB schema, CI classes, identifiers, relationships, CSDM data model setup, and CMDB Workspace configuration.
Ingest
Import, normalize, and reconcile CI data using IRE, Service Graph Connectors, import sets, and integration tools.
Govern
Apply health KPIs, governance processes, lifecycle controls, data certification, and remediation for trusted CMDB data.
Insight
Use Query Builder, dashboards, CMDB 360, Unified Map, and reporting tools for CMDB data analysis and impact assessment.
CSDM Fundamentals
Apply the Common Service Data Model (CSDM) to organize services across their full lifecycle.
Sample Practice Questions
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Prerequisites & Preparation
Recommended Prerequisites
- 1ServiceNow CSA certification
- 2Understanding of CMDB concepts
- 3Familiarity with Common Service Data Model (CSDM)
Exam Format
- •Multiple choice and multiple select
- •Proctored online or at testing center
- •Results available immediately
- •Valid for current release (Zurich)
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