My primary Key Performance Indicator (KPI) is to adhere to the Service Level Agreement (SLA).

My primary Key Performance Indicator (KPI) is to adhere to the Service Level Agreement (SLA).

SLA - Service Level Agreement

Actually, my work is based on the SLA, and it must be properly fulfilled, and to be honest, I start using it in my personal life.

For example, you can use it to set expectations in relationships, such as what you expect from each other and how you will work together. You can also use an SLA to set goals and objectives for personal projects and tasks, such as how much time you want to dedicate to a certain activity or how you want to measure your progress. An SLA can also be used to structure agreements between family members and friends, such as how you will divide tasks or how you will handle disputes.

Why SLA is important

SLA (Service Level Agreement) is a document that formalizes the agreement between a customer and a service provider. It outlines the services the provider will deliver and the customer's expectations. It is important because it sets expectations and provides the customer with a set of standards that must be met. This helps to ensure that the customer receives the services they need in a timely and reliable manner.

Furthermore, it also helps to ensure that any disputes that arise can be quickly resolved.

SLA helps to protect both the customer and the service provider, and it is essential for maintaining a successful long-term relationship.


Best practices for SLA

Excited, I approached our Director for advice on SLAs (Service Level Agreements) and took notes during our discussion.

  1. Establish Clear Terms - Make sure that the SLA clearly defines the rights and responsibilities of both the customer and service provider.
  2. Set Service Level Objectives - Identify the goals and objectives of the service agreement. This should include the quality of service expected, the response time for requests, and the target resolution time.
  3. Define Roles and Responsibilities - Clearly define the roles and responsibilities of both parties to ensure that everyone understands their obligations.
  4. Employ Performance Measurement - Measure the performance of both the customer and service provider against the SLA to ensure that the agreed-upon standards are being met.
  5. Monitor and Review - Regularly monitor and review the SLA to ensure that it is still relevant and meets the needs of both parties.
  6. Ensure Compliance - Ensure that both parties are compliant with the terms of the SLA and make changes where necessary.


What do I need to know about SLA?

  1. SLA is a legally binding contract between a service provider and a customer.
  2. The SLA outlines the services the provider will deliver and the customer's expectations.
  3. The SLA should be clear and include objectives, roles and responsibilities, performance measurements, and review and monitoring processes.
  4. SLA helps to protect both the customer and service provider and is essential for maintaining a successful long-term relationship.
  5. Regularly review and update the SLA to ensure that it meets the needs of both parties.


Yuvo At our company, we offer a variety of SLAs to meet the unique needs of our customers. Our standard SLA includes a 24/7 support hotline and a guaranteed response time of two hours for critical issues. For customers who require even faster response times, we offer an enhanced SLA that provides a guaranteed response time of just 15 minutes.


When they say "SLA is valid"

Having an SLA (Service Level Agreement) provides peace of mind as it outlines the rights and responsibilities of both the customer and service provider, ensuring that the customer receives timely and dependable services. The presence of an SLA also reduces the likelihood of disputes and lays a strong foundation for a long-lasting customer-provider relationship. The clarity of the agreement offers security, and the avoidance of potential conflicts brings relief.

Good job Dali, thanks for tackling this subject ! You can also talk on sample SLAs, like Response time for FO and Resolution Time for BO. How they are monitored : Using timers set in the Ticketing tool, so each incident is measured as SLA compliant or Breached based on measuring the actual consumed time vs the agreed contractual time.

Larbi BEN MUSTAPHA

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Bonjour Si Mohamed Ali, soyez le bienvenu.

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