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The Latest from SupportWorld

What Works in Training: Make It Challenging!

Making learning challenging is a best practice and a research-proven technique for helping training work.
Date Published June 28, 2017 - Last Updated December 6, 2017

#HDIchat Recap: How Do You Handle Staff Vacation Time?

It’s summertime in the northern hemisphere, and many people are taking vacation. That includes people who work in support centers, where staffing levels can be critical.
Date Published June 28, 2017 - Last Updated December 6, 2017

Lessons in Leadership: Reflections from Matt Hooper

Matt Hooper was named one of HDI’s Top 25 Thought Leaders in Technical Support and Service Management. Learn what motivates Matt to be involved in the community.
Date Published June 27, 2017 - Last Updated December 6, 2017

Let’s Be Careful How We Spend Our Money: And Other Tech Support Myths

Consider all the costs, including personnel and dollars, before you decide whether to purchase a tool for your support center.
Date Published June 22, 2017 - Last Updated December 6, 2017

A Support Center Transformation to Shift Left

Learn how one support center made the journey to shift left.
Date Published June 21, 2017 - Last Updated December 6, 2017

Lessons in Leadership: Reflections from Jeff Rumburg

Jeff Rumburg was named one of HDI’s Top 25 Thought Leaders in Technical Support and Service Management. Learn what motivates Jeff to be involved in the community.
Date Published June 20, 2017 - Last Updated December 6, 2017

The Mission of Tech Support Has Changed: We Have to Do Better

According to HDI research, support ticket volume including both incidents and service requests has gone up year after year. But why are things breaking so much?
Date Published June 15, 2017 - Last Updated April 19, 2019

Synchronize Your Team

A synchronized team consists of different behavior types or dimensions. Learn the four core dimensions that balance a team to ensure success.
Date Published June 14, 2017 - Last Updated December 6, 2017

Lessons in Leadership: Reflections from Jeremy Watkin

Jeremy Watkin was named one of HDI’s Top 25 Thought Leaders in Technical Support and Service Management. Learn what motivates Jeremy to be involved in the community.
Date Published June 13, 2017 - Last Updated December 6, 2017

Service Management Is Like Mowing Your Lawn

Service management needs continuous care and feeding. Following frameworks and best practices can help.
Date Published June 8, 2017 - Last Updated December 6, 2017