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S2E1: How to build dynamic templates with ServiceDesk Plus Cloud - Masterclass 2022

In this episode, we'll explore how IT service desk teams can save time and effort by creating customizable templates to handle various ITSM practices including incidents, service requests, problems, changes, projects, releases, and solutions. We'll also talk about simple, no-code techniques like field and form rules to make the templates dynamic and to streamline information collection from different stakeholders. Further, we'll explore how automations, workflows , SLAs and more can be connected to the templates to manage the complete life cycle of tickets effortlessly.

What is Enterprise Design Thinking?

Since IBM introduced its concept in the IT business landscape, enterprise design thinking has been making huge waves and has become a synonym for innovation. We have thoroughly explored the benefits and inner workings of traditional design thinking, but as with all great ideas and concepts, new and boundary-pushing versions tend to crop up with time. Enterprise design thinking takes elements from experience design and experience management to new levels.

The Basics of Vulnerability Management

Vulnerability management is a proactive and continuous process that seeks to keep networks, systems, and general applications as safe as possible from cyberattacks. Vulnerability management is a crucial aspect of security, and it's essential because it can help prevent data breaches that could result in severe damage to organizations. In this article, we'll delve into the definition of vulnerability management, its process, its importance, and some solutions to perform this task.

How secure tech can improve public service delivery in Australia

Australia’s government has big aspirations to increase public service capability and capacity. By reducing its reliance on external firms and bringing capabilities in-house, the government hopes to boost efficiency, improve spending, and become a more equitable, inclusive employer. This transition won’t necessarily be easy. Manual processes and disparate legacy systems will make it difficult for government agencies to deliver great employee experiences.

All you need to know about the Release Management Process

Release Management is one of those processes in software development that most of us would benefit from doubt. However, we think the process is good enough and needs a few tweaks to improve. The release management process combines the release management procedure, the related project management process, and the people involved. The release management process can also be referred to as the release management life cycle or release process.

Automation and low-code: Setting the stage for ongoing innovation

Digital transformation is a term you hear a lot these days, but it’s not always clear what a business means by it. For companies using the Now Platform to reinvent how they work, it has a pretty clear and compelling meaning. ServiceNow customers are using the Now Platform to expand their automation initiatives beyond department-specific, isolated tasks to include processes that cross organizational boundaries. After all, the typical business process doesn’t stay within a single department.

Keeping the lights on - The ITSM challenges conquered by the UK's national healthcare

Learn how the IT services team for National Health Service (NHS) Digital navigated smoothly through several disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Attend this webinar to understand the takeaways of NHS Digital's experience through the pandemic.

A Comprehensive Guide to Workflow Integration

Each step in a given workflow triggers another task in the process until you get to the desired result. When it comes to workplace processes such as a trouble ticket, these usually incorporate many steps, multiple applications, and routing to multiple engineers. These multifaceted and time-consuming steps are complex and rely on individuals, and they can be gated by the only people who have the “how to" knowledge.

System Administrator vs. Network Administrator: Which One Are You?

There’s an abundance of career opportunities in IT. It’s hard for newcomers to find their footing in the middle of complicated terminology, with similar job roles but not equal. One of these difficulties is the system administrator vs. network administrator issue. Are they two completely different careers? Today, we’ll help dispel any confusion so you can make an informed choice. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 5% growth for network and system administrators all through 2026.