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What topics are on the D-CS-DS-23 exam?

Transforming Traditional IT to Digital IT 8%

1.1

IT Transformation Fundamentals

3 subtopics

1.1.1Need for IT Transformation

1.1.2IT Transformation Initiatives

1.1.3Transformation Approaches and Impediments

Learning Objectives

Describe the need for IT transformation
Describe common IT transformation initiatives
Describe approaches and impediments to IT transformation

Domain Hands-on Skills

Assessing organizational readiness for transformationIdentifying transformation prioritiesCreating transformation roadmaps

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Underestimating cultural change requirements
Ignoring legacy system dependencies
Lack of clear business objectives

Cloud Services Lifecycle and Management 15%

Workforce Transformation for Cloud Services 17%

Multi-cloud Strategy for Cloud Services 12%

Cloud Services Operating Model 23%

Cloud-native Applications 17%

Business Resiliency Support for Cloud Services 8%

How do I earn the Dell Cloud Services Design 2023 certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: Cloud Services

Prerequisites

Next Steps

Current Level

D-CS-DS-23Dell Cloud Services Design 2023Professional
D-CI-DS-23Dell Cloud Infrastructure Design 2023Professional

Alternative Paths

Certification Maintenance

Recertification Options:
No recertification required - credential does not expire

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What's changed on this exam?

Technology Coverage

Dell APEX Cloud Services

Kubernetes and Container Orchestration

Infrastructure as Code Tools

Value Stream Mapping

Industry Trends

Shift from versioned to skill-based certifications across industry
Non-expiring certifications becoming more common
Multi-cloud and hybrid cloud skills increasingly demanded
Cloud-native application development as baseline requirement
Infrastructure as Code proficiency expected for cloud roles
DevOps culture integration in cloud services
Emphasis on practical, outcome-based skills over theory

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

Hands-on experience with cloud services
Understanding of IT transformation concepts
Familiarity with DevOps practices
Knowledge of cloud architectures

Experience Level: Professional With Cloud Architecture And Services Experience

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost	$[object Object] USD
Testing Centers	Pearson VUE
Online Proctoring	Available

What jobs can I get with this?

Career Benefits

Validates cloud services design expertise
Demonstrates understanding of IT transformation
Recognized by Dell Technologies and partners
Supports career advancement in cloud architecture
Non-expiring credential (unlike predecessor exams)

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