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
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
Inclusion is not just a box to be checked off for a public relations advantage. A diverse and inclusive workforce offers advantages to the bottom line for a business. Learn how to enlist frontline workers for the best results with any inclusion initiative.
Date Published December 16, 2020 - Last Updated December 16, 2020
IT service and support is all about working with technology, but sometimes teams may resist automation to their processes. Here is an argument for how ITSM automation might benefit a team by streamlining processes and increasing chances for customer feedback.
Date Published December 9, 2020 - Last Updated December 10, 2020
At a time when so much is unknown, it is more vital than ever to strengthen the leadership skills that can help you steer your team through murky waters. Here are three concepts of leadership to consider as you retool for 2021.
Date Published December 8, 2020 - Last Updated December 14, 2020
An overview of how to construct training that meets your company’s specific needs and budget, with tips on how to get approval for the program, how to work within a tight budget, and what alternatives to consider to the traditional outside trainer.
Date Published December 7, 2020 - Last Updated January 14, 2021
The only way for managers to help their team stay engaged is to stay engaged themselves. Here are some suggestions for ways to keep the batteries recharged in the face of so many demands on your time as a team leader.
Date Published December 2, 2020 - Last Updated November 30, 2020
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 November 30, 2020 - Last Updated November 30, 2020
Metrics must reflect the increasing complexity of interconnected systems and services. But they must also do so in a way that shows the forest from the trees. Here is how to create and gather useful metrics about the true customer experience.
Date Published November 17, 2020 - Last Updated November 17, 2020
In the face of the COVID-19 crisis, IT showed incredible innovation and resolve, and silos were broken down between IT and other departments to deliver value to businesses. The question will be how to sustain such innovation now that the crisis has become the new normal.
Date Published November 17, 2020 - Last Updated November 30, 2020