When the calendar flips to October, it reveals a special occasion that deserves attention and appreciation: Customer Service Week. From October 2-6, 2023, this week is a tribute to the unsung heroes who are behind the service desk and go above and beyond to deliver exceptional customer experiences. This year's theme, "You Make the Magic Happen," adds a touch of enchantment to the celebration, emphasizing the pivotal role of service desk agents in creating memorable interactions.

Communication consultant Matt Abrahams flips conventional wisdom on its head, sharing tips and tricks for better thinking (and speaking) on your feet.

Globally, a staggering 16% of the workforce has embraced remote work freedom. The traditional office-based 9-to-5 model has given way to a new paradigm in a rapidly evolving work landscape. Whereas an even more significant 62% have opted for the hybrid work approach, a blend of in-office and remote work. With this seismic shift, the need to evaluate and maximize productivity within hybrid workforces has never been more critical.

Time management scheduling is a crucial aspect of life. It is essential in running every kind of business successfully. When an individual manages time efficiently, they can better coordinate their tasks and activities and maximize their productivity.The key purpose of time management is to find more time to perform additional tasks. This might include investing time in leisure activities or investing in skill improvement.

As previously detailed on the Exoprise blog, the ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol) is crucial for troubleshooting, monitoring, and optimizing network performance in today’s Internet-connected world. Despite historical security concerns, disabling ICMP is unnecessary and hampers network troubleshooting efforts. Modern firewalls can effectively manage the security risks associated with ICMP.

We all know the famous saying: “What gets measured gets managed.” But resources are finite, so you can only monitor KPIs (Key Performance Indicator) for some things in your business. You need to choose what gets measured and what gets managed wisely. This article will argue that employee satisfaction is one of the most critical metrics. And that any business looking to grow and satisfy its customers should be measuring it as a priority.

In the digital age where location no longer ties us to an office, the rise of remote working is an incontrovertible reality. A recent study by Upwork suggests that by 2025, an estimated 22% of the workforce in America will be working remotely—an 87% increase from the pre-pandemic era. The rise of this trend represents an exciting shift towards a flexible and accommodative work culture. However, working remotely comes with its unique set of hurdles, notably staying productive.

Enterprise Service Management (ESM) is a powerful and dynamic approach that empowers organizations to streamline support processes and elevate employee experience. As such, implementing an ESM strategy is paramount to remain competitive and align service delivery with overarching company goals. Because the key concepts of this practice build on IT Service Management (ITSM) principles, the tools adopted were originally designed for this field.