IT staff management has changed significantly over the last few years. Many organisations face new challenges today, such as increased workloads and budget constraints, rising cybersecurity concerns, and leadership struggles with maintaining staffing levels. Managers are feeling the strain, too. They’re often overwhelmed, struggling to balance strategic tasks with daily responsibilities. Employee engagement also suffers due to the complexities ofContinue reading “IT Staff Management: Balancing Time, Resources, and Wellbeing”
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We’re Delighted To Announce Our SDI Awards 2024-25 Finalists
🎊 After much anticipation, the SDI Awards shortlist has been refined, and the standout SDI Awards Finalists for 2024-25 have been chosen by the judges! These outstanding finalists have set new standards in service excellence, innovation, and commitment—and now it’s time to cheer them on as they head into the final stretch. The winner of each category will be revealedContinue reading “We’re Delighted To Announce Our SDI Awards 2024-25 Finalists”
Are You Ready for the Next Generation of Service Desk Tools, or Still Stuck in the Past?
Let’s be honest—are you ready? Sure, you’re handling tickets like a pro, and your service desk team is putting out fires left and right. But ask yourself this: Are you prepared for the massive shifts happening in IT Service Management (ITSM) right now? Or are you just coasting on last year’s strategies, hoping they’ll hold up? Spoiler alert: They won’t.Continue reading “Are You Ready for the Next Generation of Service Desk Tools, or Still Stuck in the Past?”
Avoiding the Next MGM-Style Cyberattack: Lessons from Frank Abagnale
One successful Gen AI attack on your IT Help Desk could destroy your business. Frank Abagnale tells how MGM resorts were attacked and how you can avoid being the next victim. It’s September 2023 and at the iconic Las Vegas hotels Bellagio, Cosmopolitan and Mandalay Bay, guests are suddenly unable to use their key cards or are finding that roomContinue reading “Avoiding the Next MGM-Style Cyberattack: Lessons from Frank Abagnale”
Empowering IT Service Desks: Trends, Tools, and Training Insights
In this blog, we’ll explore key findings from our recent 2024 Service Desk Benchmarking Report. This year’s findings highlight significant shifts: despite concerns over automation, 41% of organisations are planning to expand their IT teams. This suggests ongoing demand for skilled professionals amid technological advancements. There’s also a clear shift towards shorter training programs for service desk analysts, potentially indicatingContinue reading “Empowering IT Service Desks: Trends, Tools, and Training Insights”
The Secret World of ITSM Tool Vendors: Navigating PeopleCert’s Accredited Tool Vendors Programme Like a Pro
Hey there, ITSM buyers! So, you’re on the hunt for the perfect ITSM tool? Great! But wait, before you start asking about ITIL compatibility and fancy integrations, let me introduce you to something magical: the PeopleCert ATV Programme. No, it’s not a programme for off-road vehicles in the wild world of ITSM (though that’d be fun). ATV stands for Accredited Tool Vendor,Continue reading “The Secret World of ITSM Tool Vendors: Navigating PeopleCert’s Accredited Tool Vendors Programme Like a Pro”
We’re Delighted To Announce Our SDI Awards 2024-25 Shortlist
🎊 We are delighted to share that the Service Desk Awards for 2024-25 have received an great number of entries. The judges were deeply impressed by most of the entries received, which has made their task all the more challenging but exciting. We are thrilled to announce the shortlist for 2024-25, who will be presenting to the judges virtually fromContinue reading “We’re Delighted To Announce Our SDI Awards 2024-25 Shortlist”
World Class 5-star Service Desk Accreditation to Microland and Clifford Chance
🎉 SDI is delighted to announce that the Microland and Clifford Chance Service Desk has secured the prestigious SDI Service Desk Certification 5-star ‘World Class’ status for the first time. This outstanding achievement not only underscores Microland’s and Clifford Chances’ unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional services but also serves as a shining example of the tangible benefits of the SDI Certification journey. This accreditation recognises Microland’sContinue reading “World Class 5-star Service Desk Accreditation to Microland and Clifford Chance”
Escape the Cubicle (or Home Office)! 6 Fun Reasons To Get Away From Your Service Desk
Whether you’re staring at the same four walls in the office or in your home office, even the most passionate ITSM professionals need a change of scenery now and then. That’s why getting out to attend a Service Desk Institute (SDI) event is more than just a break—it’s an opportunity! The upcoming event on Driving Continual Service Improvement in November 2024 isContinue reading “Escape the Cubicle (or Home Office)! 6 Fun Reasons To Get Away From Your Service Desk”
AI-Powered Service Desk: We Tested Best AI Prompt Frameworks
When it comes to ChatGPT prompts, finding the right framework is key! It can totally transform your AI-generated responses, making them more accurate and on point. So, whether you’re a Service Desk Manager, a developer, a Marketer, a content creator, or just curious about the fascinating world of AI, exploring these commonly used ChatGPT prompt frameworks can be a game-changer. In thisContinue reading “AI-Powered Service Desk: We Tested Best AI Prompt Frameworks”