4 Ways to Build the Best IT Support Team

Struggling with team dynamics? Learn how to foster collaboration, resolve conflicts, and build high-performing teams. Discover effective strategies for improving communication, leveraging diverse skill sets, and creating a positive team culture.
Date Published November 4, 2024 - Last Updated January 7, 2025

Nominations Now Open: HDI's 2025 Top Thought Leaders

Nominations are open for HDI's 2025 Top Thought Leaders program, offering recognition, networking, and professional development for IT service management leaders.
Date Published October 30, 2024 - Last Updated January 7, 2025

How to Redefine Your Service Desk Culture

Discover how one IT leader transformed a struggling service desk culture. Learn about the importance of prioritizing internal customers, setting a strong example, and fostering a culture of service excellence.
Date Published October 30, 2024 - Last Updated January 7, 2025

5 Steps to Align IT Culture and Achieve Successful Change

Learn how aligning your IT team's culture with change initiatives can accelerate transformations and overcome the challenges of legacy behaviors with these five practical steps.
Date Published October 29, 2024 - Last Updated January 7, 2025

Crossed Arms Syndrome What Does Your Body Language Telling Your Customers?

Do you have Crossed Arms Syndrome? Learn how your body language hinders communication and improve your customer service skills by addressing nonverbal cues.
Date Published October 10, 2024 - Last Updated October 10, 2024

VIP Issues vs. VIP People: Responding to Incidents and Requests

Don't confuse VIP people with VIP issues. Prioritize service requests based on business impact, not individual status. Learn how to build a service desk culture that values both.
Date Published September 25, 2024 - Last Updated January 7, 2025

Learn from the Best: A Q&A with Gina Montague

A Q&A with Gina Montague from Infinite Campus, the winner of the Best Service & Support Culture award at the 2024 HDI Global Service and Support Awards.
Date Published September 25, 2024 - Last Updated January 7, 2025

Generative AI: Psychotherapy, Shia LaBeouf, Disney Princesses & A Leaders Guide to Hope (PART III)


This article discusses the importance of setting realistic expectations for Generative AI in IT support, drawing parallels to past AI developments and emphasizing the enduring value of human connection in service delivery.
Date Published September 3, 2024 - Last Updated January 7, 2025

Generative AI: Psychotherapy, Shia LaBeouf, Disney Princesses & A Leaders Guide to Hope (PART II)

Generative AI: Psychotherapy, Shia LaBeouf, Disney Princesses & A Leaders Guide to Hope (PART II)
Rocky McGuire
In part one of this series, we discussed what leaders are facing when it comes to Generative AI. Looking at the IT support landscape related to Generative AI — there are two...
Date Published August 26, 2024 - Last Updated January 7, 2025

Bridging the AI Gap - Best Practices for Adoption and Transformation

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the contact center and IT service desk sectors, yet many organizations are just beginning to navigate this transformative journey. While AI promises enhanced workforce efficiency and improved customer value, achieving full integration and maturity...
Date Published August 26, 2024 - Last Updated January 7, 2025