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The Power of Critical Thinking: 10 Steps for Personal and Professional Growth

Do you ever wonder why some people seem better at solving problems or making decisions than others? It’s not just luck or talent – it’s the power of critical thinking! Critical thinking is an essential skill that helps us analyze information, identify biases, evaluate evidence, and make informed decisions. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or someone who wants to improve their critical thinking skills, this article is for you.

The Many Benefits of ITSM and ITAM Working Together

IT service management (ITSM) and IT asset management (ITAM) were finally brought together in the ITIL 4 body of service management best practices. ITAM is one of the 34 ITIL 4 management practices. However, while there has usually been some overlap between the two disciplines, ITSM and ITAM have traditionally been treated separately. It’s understandable, as ITSM and ITAM are different IT management disciplines.

5 Best Process Mapping Tools and Software 2023: A Complete Guide

Did you know that 57% of customer success organizations have taken the time to create a journey map? Process mapping is a critical business tool that helps organizations to visually depict their business processes, identify inefficiencies, and optimize their workflows. In this blog, we will learn what process mapping is, explore the different types of process mapping tools available, and discuss their features and benefits. Let’s dive in.

How to make the most of distributed product planning

Whether you call it program increment (PI) planning, quarterly planning for product teams, or even big room planning, the reality is the same: These sessions are complex undertakings, even more so in our current hybrid reality. Every 8-12 weeks, dozens, hundreds, or — in some cases — thousands of product team members meet to to align on a shared vision, pinpoint cross-team dependencies, discuss features, and, ultimately, plan their product roadmap.

Understanding the Escalation Rate KPI to Improve Ticket Management

A ticket has its own lifecycle, and understanding each stage is crucial to providing top-notch customer support. One of the most critical help desk metrics is the Escalation Rate. This Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reflects the percentage of tickets that require the intervention of a higher-level support team. Understanding how this KPI works can help identify gaps in the support process, improve team efficiency, and increase customer satisfaction.

4 Ways Ticket Deflection and Routing Helps Customer Service Teams Maximize Efficiency

Even a fantastic customer service team can be plagued by poor ticket deflection and routing. Your stellar agents may be equipped to answer many customer questions, but if they need to sift through dozens of issues that range from simple inquiries to complex matters, then they aren’t maximizing the ways in which they can help customers. This is where ticket deflection and routing comes in: to maximize the time and effort of your customer service agents.