There is so much more information that can be gleaned from metrics beyond the raw numbers offered about self-help page views. In this second installment of the Self-Service Metrics series, Chris Chagnon offers key steps to take to turn data into action.
Date Published January 5, 2021 - Last Updated January 14, 2021
Too often, new initiatives are derailed because frontline workers have not been brought in for input at the early stages of planning. If you include employee input, your organization might benefit, as employees will feel valued and want to see new processes succeed.
Date Published January 4, 2021 - Last Updated December 23, 2020
A well-done value stream map helps organizations understand what the customer values and the most efficient way of delivering that value.
Date Published December 28, 2020 - Last Updated December 14, 2020
The value of a good problem management practice is more than just identifying and resolving causes of incidents.
Date Published December 27, 2020 - Last Updated December 16, 2020
Customers, either internal or external, are people first. Treat them as such and you will stand a better chance of providing quality service, even when things go wrong. Here are seven tips for IT service professionals to communicate with customers with empathy.
Date Published December 26, 2020 - Last Updated December 14, 2020
While the implementation process for a chatbot is relatively easy, you must establish a strategy that lets you experiment and learn from the experience.
Date Published December 23, 2020 - Last Updated December 14, 2020
Phyllis Drucker offers a bit of help identifying IT improvements that will take your service up a notch.
Date Published December 22, 2020 - Last Updated December 14, 2020
Root cause analysis can play an important role in continuous improvement and general IT operations, especially if you are concerned about customer experience.
Date Published December 18, 2020 - Last Updated October 10, 2024
Change management should focus less on outputs and more on the desired outcomes the organization requires of change.
Date Published December 17, 2020 - Last Updated December 14, 2020
The Change Advisory Board inadvertently can create a crutch that gets in the way of members of an organization taking accountability for proposed initiatives. Here are the reasons why that might be, and what to do to combat those fears.
Date Published December 16, 2020 - Last Updated December 23, 2020