MOF Companion Guides
Published: April 21, 2009 | Updated: June 19, 2009
Download MOF Companion Guides
Launch the download of Planning for Software-plus-Services: A MOF Companion Guide.
Launch the download of Cross Reference ITIL V3 and MOF 4.0.
Launch the download of MOF to COBIT/Val IT Comparison and Cross-Implementation Guide.
Launch the download of Using MOF for ISO/IEC 20000.
Visit the Microsoft Download Center to find additional MOF 4.0 supporting content.
Overview
MOF 4.0 companion guides are intended to help IT pros and business and technical decision makers perform IT-related activities effectively and cost-efficiently, seamlessly aligning IT and business goals. Each guide applies MOF 4.0 principles to specific activities—making MOF’s guidance even more practical and usable.
MOF Companion Guide for Plan Phase
Planning for Software-plus-Services. This guide provides a framework for considering and planning a software-plus-service strategy, using concise guidance and implementation strategies from MOF 4.0 core content. The guide will help enable you to make informed, cost-effective decisions and choose a qualified service provider. The steps outlined in this guide will help you evaluate how software-plus-services can best help your organization.
MOF Framework Comparison Companion Guides
Using MOF for ISO/IEC 20000. This guide ** will help IT management, staff, and service providers to understand ISO/IEC 20000 requirements and help them use MOF as a means to streamlined and efficient implementation. The guide enables users to take informed steps toward certification, make cost-reducing process improvements, and increase organizational efficiency and flexibility. Ultimately, the steps outlined in this guide will help an organization meet ISO/IEC 20000 requirements and deliver effective IT services.
Cross Reference ITIL V3 and MOF 4.0. This guide compares the similarities and differences between two of the leading service management frameworks—the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) and Microsoft Operations Framework (MOF). The guide provides background information on IT Service Management (ITSM), introduces ITIL and MOF, and then discusses the two frameworks’ alignment, cross-referencing, and application. It will enhance readers’ understanding of the main characteristics of these frameworks and how they align.
MOF to COBIT/Val IT Comparison and Cross-Implementation Guide. This guide connects MOF, COBIT, and Val IT, enabling IT operations managers and professionals to understand how to best meet the mounting challenge of managing IT services in a way that appropriately demonstrates compliance. This guide will ultimately help users understand how MOF aligns with and supports the governance frameworks as well as the vital role MOF plays in integrating governance, risk, and compliance capabilities into the daily operations of delivering quality and reliable IT services.
- Launch the download of the MOF to COBIT/Val IT Comparison and Cross-Implementation Guide.
- Learn more.
Related Downloads
- Launch the download of the MOF 4.0 core documentation in its entirety.
- View the entire list of MOF supporting content available for download.
- Launch the download of MOF graphics and mind maps.
- Download the MOF IT Pro Quick Start Kit.
Join the Beta
Additional MOF guides are available as beta releases on the Connect Web site. These are open beta downloads. To join the MOF beta, follow these steps:
- Visit the MOF beta at https://connect.microsoft.com.
- Sign in using a valid Windows Live ID to continue to the Invitations page.
- Scroll down to Microsoft Operations Framework.
If you have not previously registered with Microsoft Connect, you might be required to do so before continuing with the invitation process.
If the link in step 1 does not work for you, copy and paste the link into the Web browser address bar.
Learn More
For more information, visit www.microsoft.com/MOF.
Feedback
Please send questions or comments about this guide to mof@microsoft.com.
About Solution Accelerators
Solution Accelerators are authoritative resources that help IT pros plan, deliver, operate, and manage IT systems that address real-world scenarios. Solution Accelerators provide free, prescriptive guidance and automation to accelerate cross-product integration, core infrastructure development, and other enhancements.
Sign up to receive the Solution Accelerator Notifications newsletter so that you can stay informed about new Solution Accelerator releases and updates. The newsletter covers such areas of interest as:
- Communication and collaboration
- Security, data protection, and recovery
- Deployment
- Operations and management