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How to Handle End-of-Year Tasks at The Service Desk: Service Desk Checklist

Don't let the end of the year catch your service desk off guard. This comprehensive checklist will guide you through essential tasks like code freezes, stakeholder communication, internal audits, resource planning, and more.
Date Published November 5, 2024 - Last Updated January 7, 2025

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

3 Ways to Enhance Change Management for Beginners

Struggling with Change Management? Discover 3 actionable tips to streamline your process, reduce risks, and improve IT service delivery. Learn how to simplify change types, establish a basic CAB, and track key metrics to drive success.
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

How to Calculate Cost Per Call in Help Desk and Remote Teams

Learn different approaches to calculating cost per call in help desk environments, from basic formulas to advanced cost-based accounting principles. Industry experts share insights on tracking split time, measuring true support costs, and using metrics effectively.
Date Published October 17, 2024 - Last Updated January 7, 2025

Why You Should Submit a Proposal to Speak at SupportWorld Live

Share your expertise at SupportWorld Live! Submit a proposal to speak and inspire others, grow your network, and establish yourself as a thought leader in IT service and support.
Date Published October 16, 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

What Happens When AI Meets ITIL?

Are you ready to witness the future of IT service management? If so, you don’t want to miss this session with Jeff Rumburg, managing partner at MetricNet, LLC during HDI's Service Management World, Nov. 17-21 in Orlando.
Date Published October 8, 2024 - Last Updated January 7, 2025