The principal activities of SLM are:
• to develop and negotiate SLAs with customers;
• to ensure SLAs are underpinned by internal (OLAs) and external (UCs) agreements that support the achievement of agreed service levels;
• to act as a bridge between the IT service provider and the business;
• to manage and maintain positive, constructive relationships with the
customer. As the primary interface between IT and the business, it must be kept up to date with all relevant developments.