L-1B Dismissed — Information Technology (2020): did not establish the beneficiary possesses the required

Decision Summary

The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary possesses the required specialized knowledge. The evidence showed the beneficiary's training and certifications were from third parties and generally available within the industry, not proprietary to the company. The petitioner did not sufficiently document how the beneficiary's knowledge of the company's systems and procedures was distinct or advanced compared to other similarly employed workers.

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