How to Write Email Templates That Build Rapport

IT service providers must use templates to keep up with communication, but that doesn’t mean the interaction has to sound wooden. Here’s how to breathe life in these interactions.
Date Published June 20, 2022 - Last Updated January 20, 2023

IT Organizations Feeling Increased Pressure to Disclose Cyberattacks

Federal officials are attempting different methods to incentivize companies and organizations to disclose cyber-intrusions.
Date Published June 14, 2022 - Last Updated January 20, 2023

Explosion of Connected Assets Requires IT Management Evolution

A strong IoT management strategy includes having the right skills and training in-house to leverage existing capabilities and services with the technology required for managing those assets.
Date Published June 13, 2022 - Last Updated January 20, 2023

It’s Time to Rethink the Culture of Hiring

Too often, organizations are hiring with pre-pandemic processes. It’s time to examine whether you are hiring applicants or candidates.
Date Published June 7, 2022 - Last Updated January 20, 2023

Announcing the 2022 HDI Awards Winners

At the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, we handed out 10 awards to those who demonstrated excellence in the IT service and support industry.
Date Published May 18, 2022 - Last Updated January 20, 2023

How Involvement with the HDI Local Chapters Helped Shape My Career

For one man, finding the HDI community at the beginning of a transition to the IT service and support made all the difference.
Date Published May 18, 2022 - Last Updated January 20, 2023

What Will Automation Do to the IT Service and Support Workforce?

We asked thought leaders in the industry what the future will look like when AI and automation handle much of what is now lower-level ticket requests.
Date Published May 10, 2022 - Last Updated January 20, 2023

Hire the Right Manager for a Hybrid Workplace

Today’s IT leaders will need a unique set of skills to ensure the well being and effectiveness of the workforce. Here’s how to help them develop those skills.
Date Published May 9, 2022 - Last Updated January 20, 2023

How to Stop Negative Behavior from Escalating

Toxic behavior, no matter how small, can escalate and create a poor work culture. Here is how to nip smaller issues before they become big ones.
Date Published April 26, 2022 - Last Updated January 20, 2023

The Power of Knowing How Long the Line Is in IT Service

Everyone hates to wait for help, but there are a few simple steps IT service and support teams can do to make the end user feel better about the wait.
Date Published April 25, 2022 - Last Updated January 20, 2023