CIS-ITSM - Certified Implementation Specialist - IT Service Management
The CIS-ITSM certification validates your expertise in implementing ServiceNow IT Service Management solutions including Incident, Problem, Change, and Request Management.
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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-ITSM exam covers these key areas (per the official ServiceNow exam blueprint). Master each domain to maximize your chances of passing.
ITSM Overview
ITSM fundamentals, ITIL alignment, and module relationships
Incident Management
Advanced incident configuration, major incidents, and escalations
Problem Management
Problem analysis, known error management, and workarounds
Change Management
Standard/normal/emergency changes, CAB, and risk assessment
Request Management
Service requests, catalog items, and fulfillment workflows
SLA Management
SLA definitions, schedules, and breach handling
Reporting & Metrics
ITSM reports, KPIs, and Performance Analytics
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Incident Management
Advanced incident configuration including major incidents, escalations, parent-child relationships, and SLA management.
Change Management
Standard, normal, and emergency changes with CAB approval workflows, conflict detection, and risk assessment.
Problem Management
Root cause analysis, known error management, workarounds, and permanent solutions.
Request Management
Service requests, catalog items, record producers, and fulfillment workflows.
ITSM Overview
ITSM fundamentals, ITIL alignment, and module relationships.
SLA Management
SLA definitions, schedules, and breach handling.
Reporting & Metrics
Reporting capabilities and key ITSM metrics.
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Prerequisites & Preparation
Prerequisites & Recommended Experience
- 1CIS-DF (Data Foundations) certification, required before you can register for this exam
- 2ServiceNow CSA certification (recommended)
- 3ITSM implementation experience
- 4ITIL Foundation knowledge recommended
Exam Format
- •Multiple choice and multiple select
- •Registered and paid for in ServiceNow University, scheduled through Pearson VUE
- •Official blueprint KB0011560 v12.0, updated January 2026
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