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The SFIA team and key stakeholders have been through the change requests for the next version of SFIA and have decided that they are:
- Accepted: change requests which will be incorporated into requirements and solutions for the next version of SFIA. They may be combined with other change requests and/or themes.
- Declined: change requests which have been rejected. Reasons for rejection are given.
- Deferred: change requests which have merit but which are not yet fully agreed. Deferred requests will be considered for the next-but-one revision of SFIA.
Pending change requests are awaiting a decision.
We invite your comments on how we plan to meet the accepted change requests in the upgrade to SFIA 8.
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Enhancements to PBMG from Software Development Apprenticeship Standard 0 #1425 15 May 2021
Enhancements to PBMG from Software Development Apprenticeship Standard (Reference ST0116)
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Enhancements to PBMG from Software Development Apprenticeship Standard 0 #1424 15 May 2021
Enhancements to PBMG from Software Development Apprenticeship Standard (Reference ST0116)
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Enhancements to SLMO Generic from Software Development Apprenticeship Standard 0 #1423 15 May 2021
Enhancements to SLMO from Software Development Apprenticeship Standard (Reference ST0116)
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Enhancements to RELM-3 from Software Developer Apprenticeship Standard 0 #1422 15 May 2021
Enhancements to RELM-3 from Software Development Apprenticeship Standard (Reference ST0116)
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Enhancements to TEST-2 from Software Development Apprenticeship Standard 0 #1421 15 May 2021
Enhancements to TEST-2 from Software Development Apprenticeship Standard (Reference ST0116)
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Enhancements to BUAN-3 from Software Developer Apprenticeship Standard 0 #1420 15 May 2021
Enhancements to BUAN-3 from Software Developer Technician Apprenticeship Standard Reference ST0116.
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Enhancements to REQM-3 from Data Analyst Apprenticeship Standard 0 #1419 15 May 2021
Enhancements to REQM-3 from Software Developer Technician Apprenticeship Standard Reference ST0116.
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Enhancements to PROG-3 Generic from Data Analyst Apprenticeship Standard 0 #1418 15 May 2021
Enhancements to PROG-3 from Software Developer Technician Apprenticeship Standard Reference ST0116.
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Enhancements to SWDN-3 from Software Developer Technician Apprenticeship Standard 0 #1417 15 May 2021
Enhancements to SWDN-3 from Software Developer Technician Apprenticeship Standard Reference ST0116.
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Enhancements to DATM Generic from Data Analyst Apprenticeship Standard 0 #1416 15 May 2021
Enhancements to DATM from Data Analyst Apprenticeship Standard
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Enhancements to DATM Generic from Data Analyst Apprenticeship Standard 0 #1415 15 May 2021
Enhancements to DATM from Data Analyst Apprenticeship Standard
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Extend Learning Delivery (ETDL) to level 6 and merge in aspects of Teaching and Subject Formation (TEAC) 0 #1414 13 May 2021
What if we extended Learning Delivery (ETDL) to level 6 and wrapped in the delivery part of Teaching and Subject Formation (TEAC)? See also CR#1413 - https://sfia-online.org/en/sfia-8/change-requests/update-teac-to-not-be-focussed-on-teaching-it If we remove the requirement for Teaching and Subjec…
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Update TEAC to not be focussed on teaching IT 3 #1413 13 May 2021
The professional activity of teaching doesn't depend on the subject matter. Currently teachers outside of IT are "relegated" to other skills like ETDL and TMCR purely on the basis of the subject matter they teach.
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Addition of Level 4 to VISL 0 #1412 3 May 2021
The Data Analyst (Level 4, Standard Reference ST0118) standard defines a number of competencies aligned with VISL at level 4. These are less complex than the definitions in INAN.
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Enhance TEST-3 0 #1411 3 May 2021
The Software Tester (Level 4, Standard Reference ST0129) defines a wider set of competencies for a level 3 software testing which should be considered to enhance the TEST-3 definition.
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Add a level 3 skill to BENM 0 #1410 3 May 2021
The Business Analyst (Level 4, Standard Reference ST0117) defines a benefits management competency at level 3 which is not in SFIA 7.
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Add a level 3 skill to BPRE 0 #1409 3 May 2021
The Business Analyst (Level 4, Standard Reference ST0117) defines a business analysis, business modelling, requirements gathering and business process improvement. However many duties (competencies) are not currently in SFIA7.
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Enhancements to RELM-3 from DevOps Engineer (Level 4, Standard Reference ST0825) 0 #1408 3 May 2021
The DevOps Engineer (Level 4, Standard Reference ST0825) enhances the definition of Release and Deployment at level 3.
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Enhancements to SINT-3 from Cyber Security Technician Apprenticeship Standard 1 #1407 3 May 2021
The DevOps Engineer (Level 4, Standard Reference ST0825) enhances the definition of Systems Integration and Build (SINT) at level 3.
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Enhancements to PROG-3 from DevOps Engineer (Level 4, Standard Reference ST0825) 0 #1406 3 May 2021
The DevOps Engineer (Level 4, Standard Reference ST0825) enhances the definition of programming/software development at level 3.
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Enhancements to SMLO-2 from Information Communications Technician (Level 3, Standard Reference ST0973) 0 #1405 3 May 2021
After reviewing the Information Communications Technician (Level 3, Standard Reference ST0973) apprenticeship standard it is suggested that SMLO-2 is enhanced.
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Enhancements to HSIN-2 from Information Communications Technician (Level 3, Standard Reference ST0973) 0 #1404 3 May 2021
After reviewing Information Communications Technician (Level 3, Standard Reference ST0973) apprenticeship standard it is suggested that HSIN-2 is enhanced.
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Enhancements to USUP-2 from Information Communications Technician (Level 3, Standard Reference ST0973) 0 #1403 3 May 2021
After reviewing the Information Communications Technician (Level 3, Standard Reference ST0973) it is suggested to enhance the definition of USUP-2.
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Enhancements to NTAS-2 from Information Communications Technician (Level 3, Standard Reference ST0973) 0 #1402 3 May 2021
The Information Communications Technician (Level 3, Standard Reference ST0973) enhances the definition of NTAS as level 2.
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Rename Penetration Testing to Threat and Vulnerability Management 0 #1401 3 May 2021
PENT includes threat intelligence, vulnerability assessment as well as penetration testing. This change request is to ask that the skill name is reconsidered to cover threat and vulnerability management.
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Rename Penetration Testing to Threat and Vulnerability Management 0 #1400 3 May 2021
PENT includes threat intelligence, vulnerability assessment as well as penetration testing. This change request is to ask that the skill name is reconsidered to cover threat and vulnerability management.
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Extend PENT to level 2 - from Cyber Security Technician Apprenticeship Standard 0 #1399 3 May 2021
The Cyber Security Technician Apprenticeship standard (Level 3, Standard Reference ST085) enhances the definition of penetration testing at Level 2.
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Enhancements to SCTY-3 from Cyber Security Technician Apprenticeship Standard 0 #1398 3 May 2021
The Cyber Security Technician Apprenticeship standard (Level 3, Standard Reference ST085) enhances the definition of security at Level 3.
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Extend SCTY to level 2 - from Cyber Security Technician Apprenticeship Standard 0 #1397 3 May 2021
The Cyber Security Technician Apprenticeship standard (Level 3, Standard Reference ST085) enhances the definition of security and this change is to request the addition of a level 2 security skill.
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Enhancements to SCAD-2 from Cyber Security Technician Apprenticeship Standard 0 #1396 3 May 2021
The Cyber Security Technician Apprenticeship standard (Level 3, Standard Reference ST0795) enhances the definition of security administration at Level 2.
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Addition of Level 3 to VISL 0 #1395 3 May 2021
The Data Technician Apprenticeship standard (Level 3, Standard Reference ST0795) defines a set of competencies for data visualisation at lower levels that in SFIA 7.
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Addition of Level 3 to VISL 0 #1394 3 May 2021
The Data Technician Apprenticeship standard (Level 3, Standard Reference ST0795) defines a set of competencies for data visualisation at lower levels that in SFIA 7.
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DGFS - broaden scope from computer-related evidence 0 #1393 18 Apr 2021
minor but important clarification from being specifically "computer-related evidence" to material on any device capable of storing digital data.
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Add a new skill “Data Science” at levels 4, 5 and 6 (see also RFC#1359) 0 #1392 16 Apr 2021
SFIA v7 identifies a range of roles which collectively provide the ‘data science’ function. While it is true that no one individual can adequately deliver ‘data science’, it is also the case that many organisations hire data scientists, and many individuals describe themselves thus. In relat…
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Move assessment of Learning activities from competency assessment. 0 #1391 1 Apr 2021
Move "... assessing impact of learning/educational activities ..." from LEDA to Learning Design and Development (TMCR) or Teaching and Subject Formation (TEAC).
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Smart Systems 2 #1389 12 Mar 2021
Include 'Smart Systems' in the SFIA theme, 'Artificial intelligence and machine learning skills'.
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Overlap with CORE and TEST 0 #1388 8 Mar 2021
the testing of Services in TEST and business processes in CORE (and proposed AUDT CR#1379) overlap with BPTS
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consider CR#56 CR#1331 1 #1387 8 Mar 2021
CRs raised against PENT SCAD but seems more appropriate here
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Types and levels of testing 1 #1386 8 Mar 2021
Include distinctions between types of testing, the point in the lifecycle and scope of test
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CORE SUPP overlaps 0 #1385 8 Mar 2021
there are overlaps between Supplier Management and CORE (independent appraisal)
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audit of service provision overlap with other skills 2 #1384 8 Mar 2021
SLMO audit of service overlaps with CORE and process audits elsewhere (e.g. QUMG, CR1379)
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CFMG - improving definition of CI and configurations in guidance 0 #1383 8 Mar 2021
CFMG - inadequate definition of CI (configuration items) in description and guidance to show that CIs should have a relationship and coherence between them. Services as human activities are not "assets and artefacts" and cannot be fixed as a version or state (the documents and process definitions …
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Overlap of TEST with CORE - re Services 0 #1382 8 Mar 2021
Suggested that services are removed from scope of TEST to focus this skill more directly on product (hardware, software, etc) rather than activity.
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CORE PENT TEST overlaps to not draw sufficient differences between skill sets 5 #1381 8 Mar 2021
Testing, Penetration Testing and Testing skills have overlaps Level 6 CORE 6 review of implementation and use of standards and the effectiveness of operational and process controls PENT 6 seeking vulnerabilities across the full spectrum of organisation policies, processes Level 5 TEST 5 Defines…
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DGFS level 7 - for development? 1 #1380 8 Mar 2021
more senior Digital Forensics skills that provide an external commentary, policy making or expert witness role.
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add skill for Audit 1 #1379 25 Feb 2021
Consider adding an Audit skill to SFIA 8 to describe a range of audit responsibilities including - but not limited to - audits related to information and cyber security systems and processes.
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HWDE3 additional Skill at a lower Level requested 0 #1377 22 Feb 2021
New lower Level (HWDE) is to ensure adequate coverage for Digital Apprenticeships. This has already been added to the BCS SFIAplus detailed standard. All details including the additional six HWDE3 component descriptions are available on the BCS members protected site. Skill at a Level description is…
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Add new skill "Data Engineering" at levels 4, 5 and 6 0 #1373 19 Feb 2021
Over the last decade, data infrastructure teams were stood up in larger companies and the new competency or profession of a “Data Engineer” became to emerge while Data Science also became a new discipline and was maturing. Inspired by software engineering, data engineers build tools, infrastruct…
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Add a new skill “DevSecOps Engineering” at levels 4, 5 and 6 0 #1356 2 Feb 2021
With the adoption of cloud computing services the traditional functions and roles of Software Engineers, Cyber Security Experts and Operations/Information Technology (Ops/IT) Specialists are blurring, and a new discipline known as Development Security Operations (DevSecOps) Engineering has emerged. …
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Add a new skill “Cloud Engineering” at levels 4,5 and 6 0 #1355 2 Feb 2021
Over the last years Cloud engineering emerged as a new field of engineering that focuses on cloud services, such as "software as a service", "platform as a service", and "infrastructure as a service". The term of cloud engineering is at least ten years old. Extensive research has been conducted on s…
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BURM – consider making risk management skills applicable across more domains. 2 #1349 31 Dec 2020
Risk management is applicable in a number of business and technology domains. At first glance the name of the skill and some of the description may get in the way of wider adoption.
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GOVN – consider making governance skills applicable across many domains 2 #1348 31 Dec 2020
Governance is applicable in a number of business and technology domains. At first glance the name of the skill and some of the description may get in the way of wider adoption.
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Role of embedded systems and edge processing design 0 #1344 30 Nov 2020
Embedded systems design and peculiarities of edge processing must reflect at level 5 at least.
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Role for edge processing system design and development 0 #1342 30 Nov 2020
Skills related to design of edge processing systems should be part of embedded systems design.
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GOVN - Enterprise IT governance - amend level 7 0 #1341 17 Nov 2020
From review of SFIA in the context of information and cyber security and the US government NIST cybersecurity framework.
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INAS - Information assurance - add level 4 0 #1340 17 Nov 2020
From review of SFIA in the context of information and cyber security and the US government NIST cybersecurity framework.
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OCDV - Organisational capability development - response to security incidents 0 #1339 16 Nov 2020
From review of SFIA in the context of information and cyber security and the US government NIST cybersecurity framework.
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RLMT - Relationship management - consider coverage of "public relations" 1 #1338 16 Nov 2020
From review of SFIA in the context of information and cyber security and the US government NIST cybersecurity framework.
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SUPP - Supplier management - amend level 4 0 #1337 16 Nov 2020
From review of SFIA in the context of information and cyber security and the US government NIST cybersecurity framework.
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IRMG - Information governance - amend level 4 0 #1334 16 Nov 2020
From review of SFIA in the context of information and cyber security and the US government NIST cybersecurity framework.
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PENT - Penetration testing - separate research and testing elements 0 #1331 16 Nov 2020
Separated into the skills that ‘research, discover and develop exploits, reverse engineering and researching of mitigation bypasses’ and the skills to implement and test etc.
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Digital Credential Design 1 #1325 28 Oct 2020
Digital Credentials, sometimes known as Open Digital Badges, are a relatively new form of digital asset that provide a visible, verifiable, immutable and portable form of credential that is awarded on completion of learning and assessment. The design of Digital Credentials and credential programme (…
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QUAS - too much focus on audit? 1 #1324 14 Oct 2020
Change request based on a review of skills associated with the Testing profession.
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Software Engineering Economics 0 #1320 8 Oct 2020
Introduction of an additional skill covering economics and estimation at levels 2 to 6, separate from Systems Development Management (DLMG) and considering SWEBOK 3.0 Chapter 12
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Sustainability – Software Engineering 0 #1319 8 Oct 2020
Expand the scope of this skill to embody the software engineering related aspects of energy consumption, expanding the descriptions for application at Levels 2 and 3
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Consider splitting skills descriptions (and level descriptions) into atomic sentences 0 #1317 30 Sep 2020
Some approaches to assessment of competence against SFIA look for evidence of repeated, successful application of a proportion of the facets of a skill. However, some skill / level descriptions are single paragraphs. It would support such assessment approaches if the skill descriptions published i…
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Make inheritance from lower levels explicit in generic (level of) responsibility characteristics 0 #1316 30 Sep 2020
To make the framework and model more accessible to *users*, revisit the presentation of the incremental model implicit in SFIA, to reduce the risk that components of either the generic (level of) responsibility characteristics or a skill defined at one level, and not expanded at the next higher, mig…
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Quantum Computing Programming 1 #1314 29 Jul 2020
Programming a Quantum Computer requires unique skills that are not readily transferrable from the realm of binary computing. This change request is a placeholder for a future set of skills around Quantum Computing code design, development and testing.
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Alignment with ISCO-08 1 #1313 14 Jul 2020
Consideration should be given to the relationship between SFIA and ISCO-08. the International Standard Classification of Occupations.
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software/systems engineering professionals - alignment to ISO/IEC 24773 0 #1312 25 Jun 2020
ISO/IEC 24773 references some standards that can be used to define tasks. As SFIA skills descriptions are activity based, perhaps we should check these standards to ensure that we have covered all the tasks.
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New Skill: Learning Experience Design 0 #1309 6 Jun 2020
Learning Experience Design is a new skill that is born of the digitisation of learning and a shift in focus from learning content to learner centric context
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Definition of Competency in context of Skills 1 #1308 6 Jun 2020
SFIA needs to clearly define what competency is.
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Need to cater for Service Integration and Management (SIAM) 1 #1307 2 Jun 2020
Service Integration and Management (SIAM) is being increasingly used to improve end-to-end service quality and value in complex multi-vendor environments.
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Inclusion of Organisational Change Management (OCM) aspects in ORDI, OCDV and CIPM 1 #1306 21 May 2020
Currently these skills lack any specific mention of OCM and stakeholder management.
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Language and Bullets 0 #1304 29 Apr 2020
Move the descriptions and texts into bulleted lists
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Agile Software Engineering 2 #1303 28 Apr 2020
A new sub-category is needed to address the lack of clarity around agile software development.
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Move Security component from the Business Skill generic 0 #1302 27 Apr 2020
Security is addressed at all levels in the Business Skill generic attribute. It should be brought out as a generic attribute in its own right.
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USUP Incident management - skill-level descriptions 1 #1301 24 Apr 2020
Skill-level descriptions for Incident management, particularly Level 5, needs to be better aligned to SFIA Levels of Responsibility.
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IT Infrastructure ITOP skill 0 #1298 23 Mar 2020
Change to the general description of IT Infrastructure ITOP Skill/ Italian Version
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LoRs - add horizontal presentation 0 #1297 6 Mar 2020
It can be very useful to compare the generic attributes (autonomy, influence, complexity, knowledge, business skills) across levels
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Decouple Test from Release Management 0 #1296 23 Jan 2020
The description of Release Management and skill levels make extensive reference to test as part of release management. This should be decoupled.
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A-Z skills lists - add the relevant skill levels 0 #1295 14 Jan 2020
The A-Z is a popular way of viewing the framework and the addition of the applicable skill levels will enhance its usability and value to people browsing the framework online.
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Compatibility with COBIT 2019 and KING IV 0 #1294 27 Nov 2019
KING IV and COBIT 2019 have changed the definition of the term "IT" in line with the requirements of the fourth industrial revolution. SFIA should also align with them.
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CIPM - introduce level 4, refresh wording across the skill descriptions 1 #1291 27 Nov 2019
The importance of effective change management in order to deliver business value from investment in new digital, data and technology capabilities.
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How SFIA works page 0 #1290 6 Nov 2019
Missing word in sentence "These descriptions provide a detailed definition what it means to practice the skill at each level of competency."
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Digital Signal Processing (DSP) 1 #1287 26 Sep 2019
We should review whether DSP is sufficiently covered in SFIA
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PROD - review use of phrase "product collateral" 0 #1278 3 Aug 2018
It has been highlighted that this phrase may not have universal understanding or interpretation. We should maybe include a more descriptive phrase. It has also caused some issue with translation in to Spanish.
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Change Management 1 #1276 16 May 2018
There is no skill level that includes the skills that the Change Manager uses - this is essentially a governance role ensuring that RFCs are submitted in the correct format, with adequate plans, and then ensures the change is communicated and approvals sought. Its a non technical role whereas most o…
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SFAS - review examples used 0 #1269 15 May 2018
From Pete Brink - SWEBOK Evolution team: IEC 61508 Safety Integrity level Level 3 is usually just referred to as SIL3 or Safety Integrity Level 3. Also, I don’t think we want to vary the level by SFIA level, everyone should be able to assess any SIL based on the specification. Do you want to …
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Project Definition (Workshop) PDW 0 #1266 18 Apr 2018
This is the process of defining where we are today (A point), where we wish to be (B point) and the activities to move the organisation from A to B. It sounds corny but it works and provides valuable documentation for future changes, uppgrades or trouble shooting.
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Rename to "Implementation" rather than "Installation" 0 #1265 16 Apr 2018
The term "installation" alludes to implementaiton of physical infrastructure. Renaming this skill to "Systems Implementation/Decommissioning" better reflects the "cloud-first" world we operate in today.
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Cybersecurity 0 #1245 26 Feb 2018
Cybersecurity is a growing aspect of all IT professionals roles and as such should be included in the framework. The description below highlights particular areas missing from our organisations perspective.
What we decided:
Include in review of Information and cyber security skills for SFIA 8
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Skills needed for creation and maintenance of a Service Catalogue 0 #96 2 Jan 2018
Change Request raised on behalf of itSMF International via Barry Corless (Director - itSMF International) The creation and maintenance of a service catalogue is touched on very briefly in portfolio (POMG) and in more (but still insufficient ) detail in Service Level Management (SLMO). Suggest this…
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New Skill - Coaching/Mentoring 1 #85 30 Dec 2017
Transfer of skills and knowledge through hands-on mentoring/coaching is an important part of the professional environment. At present this kind of skills/knowledge transfer is not well articulated by a skill in SFIA.
What we decided:
Deferred. Add to development roadmap after SFIA7. See also change request #72.
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New skill - Team/Exec Support 0 #84 30 Dec 2017
The currently isn't a specific skill that covers the role of Team Administrator / Personal Assistant / Exec Assistant adequately.
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Create a glossary of SFIA terminology 0 #79 15 Dec 2017
It may be helpful to new or inexperienced SFIA users if we create and publish a glossary of SFIA related terms.
What we decided:
Deferred. Consider as potential for development post SFIA7.
The SFIA7 guidance notes could form the first candudates for a glossary of terms.
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Review Skills from an IT Supplier's Perspective 0 #78 10 Dec 2017
When viewed from an IT supplier or vendor perspective, and the skills required for that organisation, SFIA throws up some interesting white areas. Among others these include marketing, HR, finance, pre-sales & sales & education. Consulting or professional services while being pretty well covered ma…
What we decided:
Deferred.
This is a very broad set of suggestions.
Some of the topics are covered in SFIA, some are not.
Further work needs to be done to decompose this into specific change requests and/or requests for changes of scope for the SFIA framework as a whole.
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Digital Entrepreneurship 0 #69 29 Nov 2017
This is a request to stretch the boundaries of SFIA to encompass the skill needed to identify a business opportunity using novel digital technologies, and then acquire and deploy the necessary resources required for its commercial exploitation.
What we decided:
Deferred.
Add to roadmap for potential development.
See also change request #27.
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CORE COMPETENCIES 0 #67 28 Nov 2017
Add ACCURACY to Autonomy, Influence, Complexity and Business Skills.
What we decided:
Include in review of Levels of Responsibilities for SFIA 8
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Include responsibilities for Diversity and Inclusion 0 #63 21 Nov 2017
Promoting and supporting diversity in the workplace is an important aspect of good people management - it’s about valuing everyone in the organisation as an individual. To realise the benefits of a diverse workforce it’s vital to have an inclusive environment where everyone feels able to parti…
What we decided:
Deferred. Additions made to generic business skills level 6 & 7. There maybe more to be done.
Will be kept in the backlog of change requests and considered during continuous consultation.
See also change request #49.
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Review each skill description to establish if it should reflect the SaaS 0 #58 6 Nov 2017
With an increased focus on the end user (general public), consider each skill description to see if it should reflect the need to include the "service" element of the skill as all participants in delivery need to consider and often work with the end user.
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Security Administration - Consider Blockchain and Cryptography 0 #56 31 Oct 2017
Consider whether dealing with Blockchain and Cryptography would be skills in their own right. Suggested adding administration of these to Security Administration
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Pen Testing - reflect how this has evolved as a component of acceptance testing 1 #54 31 Oct 2017
Consider adding in as a component of Acceptance testing or adding acceptance testing into the description of Pen testing.
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Information Security - Minor change around risk and consideration of security architect 0 #53 31 Oct 2017
This change identifies a minor change to wording and also raises a couple of points about the security architect role.
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Blockchain, Distributed Ledger Technology, Smart Contracts, Crypto 0 #44 1 Oct 2017
Blockchain, DLT, SmartContracts, Crypto are topics I believe SFIA need to incorporate into the scheme without delays.
What we decided:
Deferred. Add to SFIA7 roadmap for investigation post SFIA7 launch.
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What about automation / engineering skill sets? 0 #43 1 Oct 2017
Skills focused Operational Technology? With industry 4.0 and IT/OT convergence bringing IT and OT skill sets closer than ever, it would be great to see how these skills sets might work closer together with in the SFIA framework.
What we decided:
Deferred. Will be kept in the backlog of change requests and considered during continuous consultation.
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Digital Use Skills - introduce this area 0 #28 6 Sep 2017
Introduce a number of 'digital Use skills'
What we decided:
Deferred. Add to SFIA development roadmap as a priority after SFIA7 launch.
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New Entrants and repositioning - guidance needed 0 #23 6 Sep 2017
Consider introducing guidance around new entrants to IT and repositioning
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Verification, Validation & Testing - Improvements to address needs of Software Engineering 0 #19 10 Aug 2017
Should the description of skills related to verification / validation activities be standalone or embedded in each individual software engineering related skill.
What we decided:
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PORT - Improvements to address needs of Software Engineering 1 #17 9 Aug 2017
Some changes in emphasis and wording across the Skill description and skill level descriptions to ensure Software Engineering is addressed.
What we decided:
Deferred. Will be kept in the backlog of change requests and considered during continuous consultation.
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SYSP - Improvements to address needs of Software Engineering 0 #13 8 Aug 2017
Some changes in emphasis and wording across the Skill description and skill level descriptions to ensure Software Engineering is addressed.
What we decided:
Deferred. Will be kept in the backlog of change requests and considered during continuous consultation.
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Audio Visual skills 0 #3 27 Jul 2017
A couple of user organisations and individuals have suggested that the AV aspects could be developed further.
What we decided:
Deferred. Will be kept in the backlog of change requests and considered during continuous consultation.
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Add in an entry point at responsibility level 4 for the CNSL skill 2 #92 11 Jul 2014
I have worked in a consulting firm for 20 years and we have found that our entry point is actually at SFIA level 4. Our senior consultant role is at level 5 and our principal consultant role is mainly at level 6. This should not be confused by the fact that may contractors refer to themselves as …
What we decided:
Deferred. Will be kept in the backlog of change requests and considered during continuous consultation.