{"id":32655,"date":"2021-12-15T15:12:43","date_gmt":"2021-12-15T14:12:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ductus.global\/?p=32655"},"modified":"2024-11-11T15:55:22","modified_gmt":"2024-11-11T14:55:22","slug":"what-is-it-service-management-itsm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ductus.global\/sv\/what-is-it-service-management-itsm\/","title":{"rendered":"What is IT Service Management, ITSM?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull\" style=\"min-height:300px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-ductus-turquoise-background-color has-background-dim-80 has-background-dim\"><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1824\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/ductus.global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/ductus-developing.jpg\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"50% 12%\" style=\"object-position:50% 12%;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ductus.global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/ductus-developing.jpg 1824w, https:\/\/ductus.global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/ductus-developing-300x164.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ductus.global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/ductus-developing-768x421.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ductus.global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/ductus-developing-1024x561.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ductus.global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/ductus-developing-1536x842.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ductus.global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/ductus-developing-91x50.jpg 91w, https:\/\/ductus.global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/ductus-developing-804x441.jpg 804w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1824px) 100vw, 1824px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-ductus-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-852aa93410dfa14fcdebe303b2e41f19\">INSIGHT<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-ductus-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-18a76740780f58c5a991e97535766f01\" style=\"font-size:42px;font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">What is IT Service Management, ITSM?<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-preamble-font-size\">IT Service Management, usually referred to as ITSM, is a broad area. It encompasses all IT services which contribute to an organization\u2019s operations \u2013 both in terms of the day-to-day running of the business as well as the delivery and aftersales support of products and services. Good ITSM takes a user-based approach to IT operations \u2013 focusing on user needs as opposed to hardware and software.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"cta-button wp-block-button ductus-cta-block aligncenter\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"\/servicedesk\/\"  \t\t\t\tclass=\"ductus-btn-angle has-ductus-green-background-color md\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-gtmtrack=\"true\" data-trackelement=\"call-to-action\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-trackvalue=\"Discover our service desk and ITSM services\">Discover our service desk and ITSM services<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-importance-of-itsm\">The importance of ITSM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>ITSM touches every part of an organization and every person working within it, as the lines between business operations and IT blur. What was once a siloed part of the organization, now permeates everything from the device a mail is sent on to the IoT sensor monitoring a product to the secure cloud that you access for data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The acceleration of digitalization has further increased the reliance on effective ITSM as more organizations transition to the cloud and utilize the multi-service provider model for business-critical operations. With this comes new complexities. Therefore, at the heart of any ITSM approach, is a <a href=\"\/servicedesk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">competent service desk function<\/a> that can manage end-to-end IT such as handling user issues, managing backend operations, and dealing with service providers on behalf of an organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When ITSM is implemented correctly, it streamlines operations, promotes collaboration, and drives productivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-benefits-of-itsm\">The benefits of ITSM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not surprisingly effective ITSM offers many benefits, particularly if outsourced as it allows an organization and its IT department to concentrate on core operations. Benefits include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reduces costs through effective procurement and management of licensing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improved efficiency thanks to a holistic approach to IT services, operations and delivery&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proactive service management for reduced operational issues&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Greater transparency for all IT stakeholders with clear lines of accountability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improved service for customers and employees&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faster support and escalation of issues for quick resolution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduced burden on an organization\u2019s IT team<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Robust IT operations, smooth processes and reliable networks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Agile services that scale with needs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A complete managed digital workplace<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-ductus-brightblue-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-ductus-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-745071492c32b3770187bf5ac0020ef0\">Glossary &#8211; ITSM, ITIL and DevOPs <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ductus-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8ff71673de6184eb6f51f5f0b74f3157\">There are a number of different acronyms that can be found in the IT service management field. These include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ductus-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e2e1b1c1862f6cda0288c3f462a60257\"><strong>ITSM<\/strong> is the approach and operating model used to deliver and manage IT services organization-wide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ductus-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-905cef2e6aae18934db84cf5512fe521\"><strong>ITIL<\/strong> is a framework that supports the delivery of IT services, ensuring they facilitate the business operations for an organization. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ductus-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3c131800b8f35026f60ccbf38f973bd7\"><strong>DevOps<\/strong> is a team and process that ensure development is aligned with operations ensuring collaboration is smooth and delivery is streamlined.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-it-service-management-processes\">IT Service Management processes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Service Strategy <\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>At the top of the hierarchy is the strategy that will be deployed to best serve an organization. This is dependent on multiple correlated elements including the organization\u2019s needs, their business and market, IT capabilities and the relationship between IT and operations. The ultimate aim is to create a strategy that will enable IT to support and facilitate operational goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Service Design <\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>Based on the strategy, IT services will have to be redesigned to deliver improvements. New services will also be required. It\u2019s important to consider compliance, security, UX, longevity, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Service Transition <\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>Following the design of a service, a coordinated build, deployment, and transition must take place, with the right support for those involved and\/or impacted. This can include anything from ensuring the development team has the right capabilities, to managing assets to training users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Service Operation <\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>Once a service is launched, it must be run smoothly. Achieving this requires bug fixes, updates, handling user requests and managing incidents, ad much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Continual Service Improvement <\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>Launching a service is the beginning of a process \u2013 continuous improvement and development are central to its long-term success. Regular technical and user reviews will define must-dos and nice to-dos.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-it-service-management-best-practices\">IT Service Management best practices<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Utilizing best practices will ensure a smoother implementation of ITSM processes and ultimately improve results in accordance with SLAs and KPIs. Typical best practices are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take a user approach that adds value to the business and those utilizing the service. Let technology facilitate not dictate service offering.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Think long-term. ITSM isn\u2019t a quick fix it\u2019s a new way of operating and an organization has to accept that there will be changes for the better that are not always popular.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review, assess, improve. Review, assess, improve. ITSM is a continuous improvement cycle that has to move with an organization, technology and users.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use data to identify efficiencies and meet and prove KPIs ad SLAs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automate where possible so human resources can concentrate on core activities that drive value.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use the right tool for your operations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-d-mocha-light-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-choose-an-itsm-tool\">How to choose an ITSM tool<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing the right ITSM tool and partner is critical for success. Bringing in an external consultant to assess your needs objectively can be the best way forward. Key criteria to consider for a tool include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ITSM needs and wants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ITSM scope<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Budget and time requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Levels of integration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Internal capabilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Outsourcing vs inhouse<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-ductus-white-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">To find out how we can help you with your ITSM contact us today.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"cta-button wp-block-button ductus-cta-block aligncenter\">\n\t<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ductus.global\/formpage?d=Zm9ybT0yJnRpdGxlPUhvdyBjYW4gd2UgaGVscCB5b3U\/JmJ1dHRvbl90ZXh0PUdldCBpbiB0b3VjaCZidXR0b25fY2xhc3M9aGFzLWR1Y3R1cy1ncmVlbi1iYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yIG1kJnJlc3BvbnNpYmxlJnJlZGlyZWN0X3VybCZzZW5kX3VybD1odHRwczovL2R1Y3R1cy5nbG9iYWwvc3Yvd3AtanNvbi93cC92Mi9wb3N0cy8zMjY1NS8mcmVnaW9uPVdoYXQgaXMgSVQgU2VydmljZSBNYW5hZ2VtZW50LCBJVFNN\" role=\"button\" title=\"Get in touch\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"ductus-btn-angle has-ductus-green-background-color md\"  data-gtmtrack=\"true\" data-trackelement=\"form-button\" data-trackvalue=\"Get in touch\">Get in touch<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:150px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>IT Service Management, usually referred to as ITSM, is a broad area. 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