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Manage improvements in ICT sustainability

Manage improvements in ICT sustainability

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTSUS805
State Code
AWD72
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/07/2016
Field of Education
031399 - Electrical And Electronic Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
05/07/2016
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to improve energy conservation and energy efficiency in information and communications technology (ICT) operations and to encourage changing user behaviour.It applies to individuals who work in a managerial capacity with a high degree of autonomy and high level of responsibility with excellent communication skills, high level technical management abilities and a broad knowledge of the design of system networks. In this role, individuals research and analyse network management databases, plan changes, diagnose and fix network problems, and report outcomes.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Critically analyse organisation’s ICT assets energy footprint
  • 1.1 Audit and assess level and type of use across range of ICT devices, infrastructure and software
  • 1.2 Audit and establish baselines of ICT energy consumption and other elements contributing to organisation’s carbon footprint
  • 1.3 Assess ICT usage in relation to its contribution to organisation’s business goals and priorities
  • 1.4 Determine critical issues for organisation relevant to ICT usage and carbon footprint
  • 1.5 Assess current ICT usage in relation to sustainable asset management
  • 1.6 Apply industry best practice where appropriate
2. Develop ICT sustainability strategies and policy
  • 2.1 Include goals for reduction of sustainability impacts and equipment life cycle management approaches in organisational policy
  • 2.2 Check policy scope is consistent with industry standards and benchmarks, and amend where necessary
  • 2.3 Ensure policy reflects organisation’s commitment to sustainability as integral part of business planning and business opportunity
  • 2.4 Consult with stakeholders as integral part of policy development, implementation and review processes
  • 2.5 Recommend policy options based on effectiveness, timeframes and cost
  • 2.6 Develop and produce strategies for implementation, monitoring, review and audit as part of policy documentation
3. Formulate technical and behavioural solutions to improve ICT sustainability
  • 3.1 Determine and document hardware, software, network and interface requirements of solutions
  • 3.2 Develop strategies to improve sustainability outcomes, including energy efficiency and alternative energy sources
  • 3.3 Develop guidelines for improving sustainability through asset management
  • 3.4 Document requirements, resource allocations, training needs, hazard controls and implementation timelines for selected strategies, and obtain sign off from relevant stakeholders
4. Monitor and evaluate sustainability data
  • 4.1 Develop criteria for measuring performance improvement
  • 4.2 Identify trends that may indicate need for remedial action and use to promote continuous improvement of performance
  • 4.3 Modify policy and technical solutions in response to data analysis, to ensure improvements are made
  • 4.4 Determine scope, frequency and method of monitoring and reporting in consultation with stakeholders
  • 4.5 Review data to ensure compliance with management of sustainability and legislative requirements
  • 4.6 Document findings and present to stakeholders
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State Code National Code Title Type
D3427 ICTSUS7236A Manage improvements in ICT sustainability Unit of competency