I Redefined Success to Include Capturing Moments of Joy With My Family

A poignant movie distills an important lesson for one IT service and support industry road warrior, and causes him to redefine what is important in life. After all, he said, nobody on their deathbed ever said, "I wish I spent more time at work.”
Date Published June 29, 2021 - Last Updated July 26, 2021

IT Should Closely Align with HR to Shape the Future of Work

COVID-19 has given rise to a slew of new trends in onboarding, offboarding, remote work, and disaster recovery plan creation, and HR departments are racing to catch up. IT departments should take note and align closely with HR priorities to have a strong say in how the future will look.
Date Published June 28, 2021 - Last Updated December 16, 2021

Top 6 Ways to Help IT-Business Alignment in Your Organization

IT-business alignment essentially refers to internal organizational coordination in which IT objectives are brought in line with the business goals of the organization. In practice, this means that every department actively works towards attaining business objectives through improved business...
Date Published June 23, 2021 - Last Updated July 26, 2021

10 More Metrics That Matter for IT Service and Support

Jeff Rumburg of MetricNet has delivered many great columns that examine some of the key performance indicators of the IT service and support industry. Here are ten to consider when you need to refresh on some of the key performance indicators of the industry.
Date Published June 22, 2021 - Last Updated July 26, 2021

Avoid Robotic IT Service and Meet the Underlying Needs of Your Customers

Bad service calls become the stuff of internet legend, and they should be avoided at all costs. Here’s an argument for ditching the script or step-by-step procedure when the situation clearly warrants it, and meeting the psychological needs of your clients or customers.
Date Published June 16, 2021 - Last Updated December 16, 2021

The Chief Information Officer Role is Changing

The CIO used to be considered the chief nerd who lacked an eye for business. As businesses rely increasingly on digital sales and interactions, that has rapidly changed. Now the CIO is an integral part of the C-suite. We ask 7 CIOs how things have changed.
Date Published June 15, 2021 - Last Updated July 26, 2021

When Expanding Globally, Don’t Lose Sight of Customer Experience

There are two key ingredients to successfully entering a new market abroad - a deep cultural understanding and a commitment to the core of your organization. Here is an argument for why both are so important to success, both locally and globally.
Date Published June 14, 2021 - Last Updated July 26, 2021

Take a Quiz on Your Organization’s Mission Statement

Here is a way to assess your mission statement to ensure it acts as a north star to good outcomes for both your organization and your customers. Here, we also provide criteria for a solid mission statement. Take the quiz and see where you land.
Date Published June 10, 2021 - Last Updated July 26, 2021

“You Must Accept and Adapt to Change.”

We ask five questions of NJ Robinson, who serves as Deputy Director of the 794th Communications Squadron of the United States Air Force. He suggests that flexibility and soft skills are keys for longevity and success in the IT service and support industries.
Date Published June 9, 2021 - Last Updated July 26, 2021

Why IT Roles Are Broadening

The world of IT is constantly evolving and with it, IT positions. However, there's no one path that will suit all organizations. Here, IT thought leaders share how they think the titles and roles will evolve in the near future.
Date Published June 8, 2021 - Last Updated July 26, 2021