Technical Support Service Level Agreement (SLA)
1- Introduction
This agreement aims to establish standards for technical support delivery, ensuring prompt response and resolution of technical issues to maintain high operational efficiency.
2- Complaint Classification and Resolution Dates
Requests for support are handled based on priority and impact on workflow:
| Priority Level | Status Description | Response Time | Final Solution Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical (P1) | Complete System or Network outage affecting all staff. | 30 minutes | 4 hours |
| High (P2) | Issue affecting a full department or impeding a core task. | 1 hour | 8 working hours |
| Medium (P3) | Individual device or specific program issue (Partial operation continues). | 4 hours | 24 working hours |
| Low (P4) | General requests, inquiries, or non-urgent update requests. | 8 hours | 3 working days |
3- Hours of Work and Support
- Standard Support: From Sunday to Thursday, from 08:00 AM to 04:00 PM.
- Emergency Support: Available for P1 incidents 24/7 via the emergency hotline.
4- Responsibilities of the Parties
A- Responsibilities of the Information Technology Department:
- Receiving reports through approved channels (e-Task System, Email, Phone).
- Providing periodic maintenance for devices and systems to prevent malfunctions.
- Notify users of any scheduled maintenance at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled time.
b- User Responsibilities (Beneficiary):
- Provide an accurate description of the problem and attach screenshots if any errors are found.
- Do not attempt to access or download unauthorized devices or software.
- Maintaining password secrecy and not sharing it with the support team (support never requests the password).
5- Exceptions (Out of Service)
The deadline for resolution does not apply in the following cases:
- Failures caused by third-party service providers (such as internet outages from the operating company).
- Natural disasters or force majeure.
- Neglecting the intentional misuse or physical abuse of equipment.
- Orders that require the purchase of spare parts not available in the inventory (subject to lead time).