Earning Criteria

• Must be an employee of IBM.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Cloud Transformation Strategy outcomes including: Target Operating Model, Application Assessment, Portfolio disposition, Cloud Architecture and Roadmap, Financial modelling and DevOps practices. Successfully completed the associated learning path and knowledge assessments for a total of 20 hours. Successfully attended Cloud Advisory Bootcamp and passed the knowledge assessment for a total of 24 hours.
• Demonstrated the application of knowledge by performing activities that include: Participate in Cloud Advisory client engagements and co-create an Enterprise Cloud Transformation Strategy; Use IBM Cloud Garage Method; Lead client discussions on Cloud Strategy and Transformation; Lead discussions on various Cloud platforms and enable customers to choose the right one.
• Demonstrated successful application of the knowledge and activities on at least two Cloud Advisory engagements at IBM Experienced Level.
• Performed at the IBM Experienced level, supported by two stakeholder feedback statements for two different periods. The IBM Experienced level is defined as: Repeated, successful application of the subject area with demonstrable results in multiple environments. Has a solid level of expertise in this subject area.
• Demonstrated the core skills: Core Consulting Skills, Tools and Methods of CSTO offering
• Earned the IBM Cloud Transformation - Essentials badge
• Is a member of the Cloud Advisory community and communication channels
• You can apply by using this link which brings you to the application form that allows you to submit your evidence. Your submission will be validated by a subject matter expert (or team of experts). Once approved, the badge will be automatically issued. It is expected that your application will be validated within 6 weeks.