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Survey: Cybersecurity requires risk-based management approach

We’ve entered a new era of cyber risk where cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue, according to findings from a May 2022 ThoughtLab global survey co-sponsored by ServiceNow. Although cyberattacks and breaches are increasing, many organizations are unprepared to respond. The problems come down to three main areas.

Top 5 CMDB Best Practices (And Worst CMDB Mistakes)

A robust IT asset management solution is key to the efficient delivery of IT services to an organization. It’s important to keep track of the organization’s assets, both hardware and software, to ensure continued service delivery. Without this, these assets may fail or stop functioning as intended and can cause inconvenient service disruption.

Why a software self-service portal is a must

Imagine you’re in an airport and going through security. Why do you have to go through such rigorous checks? These security checks protect the passengers and the aircraft themselves from accidental harm and possible crime. Assume you’re in the office now. You enter the office after showing your ID card. Even if you forget your ID card, all you have to do is tell the receptionist your employee ID and they can let you in.

Automating the employee offboarding experience

For the past year, the unprecedented movement of workers leaving jobs and switching career paths (aka the Great Reshuffle), has been top of mind for most organizations. Although losing talent is largely inevitable and a natural part of any company’s ongoing evolution, many organizations are recognizing the velocity of employee exits as one of the greatest risks they face today. To assess your organization’s risk, answer these questions.

Singapore Airlines embraces digitalization to soar to new heights

Few industries have been more affected by the COVID-19 pandemic than travel. Singapore Airlines (SIA) faced a more difficult situation than most airlines given the lack of a domestic market in the geographically small nation-state. A robust digitalization push in the years leading up to the pandemic softened the worst effects and allowed the airline to quickly pivot.

Co-creating business value with ITSM

IITL has been adopted by organizations to streamline their IT service management since its conception in the 1980s. ITIL talks about co-creating value from a service management perspective in its latest version. ITIL 4 can be considered a modernized framework that is more in line with changing technologies; unlike previous versions, it emphasizes the importance of stakeholder collaboration for co-creating value. The latest version aligns with new work models such as lean, agile, and DevOps and supports modern technologies like AI and the cloud.

ServiceNow launches 3 innovations to help improve customer efficiency

At ServiceNow, we’re continually innovating to help make work better for everyone. I’m excited to announce the launch of three new Now Platform® solutions to help enterprises advance their digital transformation efforts. These solutions include new features to unlock productivity, low-code governance, and innovation for the new world of work.

Connecting people to our purpose

We have a saying at ServiceNow that the world’s biggest challenges are our biggest opportunities. Our purpose is to make the world work better for everyone — from the daily conveniences we’ve come to expect, to the larger-than-life experiences we’ll never forget. There are infinite ways we can help solve the world’s toughest business challenges, and we want to celebrate all of them. That’s why we’re unveiling the next phase of our brand evolution.

5 Best Practices For Helpdesk Support Software

Helpdesk support software is used by organizations of all sizes to effectively manage support requests from customers. When support teams have access to the right tools, they can elevate customer experiences and inspire retention. Investing in robust helpdesk support software is a no-brainer for your organization. ‍ The question is, what are the best practices for implementing helpdesk support software? Typically, support teams already have firmly established workflows and processes in place.