These 9 individuals have been selected to provide advice and perspective on the ever-changing IT service and support industry, based on their deep experience in the field. See who’s on the list, and congratulate your colleagues for being outstanding members of our community.
Tag(s): supportworld, coaching, collaboration, communications skills, communications technology
February 5, 2021
In this second part of a series on the future of delivering an excellent customer experience in times of uncertainty, a CX expert shares the concrete steps to take to make sure your team has success in exceeding client and customer experiences.
Tag(s): supportworld, coaching, collaboration, communications skills, communications technology
February 3, 2021
In the first of this two-part series on how to deliver good service in the coming months of uncertainty, a customer experience expert shares the characteristics of a team poised to deliver a great experience every time for clients or customers.
Tag(s): supportworld, coaching, collaboration, communications skills, communications technology
February 2, 2021
Budgets are tight in the post-COVID-19 era. It will be more important than ever to ensure that you can justify every line item. Here are five tips for telling the story of your proposed budget in a way that creates a conversation and gets results.
Tag(s): supportworld, service quality, service desk, service management, best practice, business alignment, capacity management, cost models
February 1, 2021
We asked you who were your mentors and gurus in the IT service and support industry, and you responded. Now, we present to you our list of the top thought leaders who helped us navigate a turbulent year and a changing landscape.
Tag(s): supportworld, service desk, service management, customer service, ethics, HDI, ITSM, ITIL, leadership
January 27, 2021
In a time when our teams are spread out geographically, it’s more important than ever to employ new tools and best practices for collaboration and support. Such collaboration can create many advantages for your team, each team member, and your bottom line.
Tag(s): supportworld, coaching, collaboration, communications skills, communications technology
January 26, 2021
In these days of semi-permanent distance work, it’s more important than ever to take the time to take tangible steps to build up the values that are needed for your business to succeed. Here are two key areas of focus to consider for creating accountability at every level.
Tag(s): supportworld, ethics, leadership
January 25, 2021
A service call should never be just a service call. Instead, it can be an opportunity to gather important information about the in-field experience of your customers and clients with your tech products. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn more about the customer experience.
Tag(s): supportworld, service quality, service desk, service management, service delivery
January 20, 2021
Jeff Rumburg explains why ticket backlog is an important metric to measure, illustrates how to measure it, and suggests some performance targets.
Tag(s): supportworld, metrics and measurements, workforce enablement
January 19, 2021
Keep your team from spreading itself too thin and show the C-suite that you are aligned with company goals at the same time. Here are ways to reflect on whether your team is pulling toward bigger goals, and how to keep everyone engaged in those goals.
Tag(s): supportworld, business intelligence, communications skills, people, teamwork, practices and processes, process, productivity
January 19, 2021