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25Mobile device management: definition, applications and best practices
With an ever-increasing and diversified device environment in modern organizations, effective device management is crucial. This article explains what mobile device management is. It also discusses why it is important and how to implement it effectively.
Continuous improvement: principles, goals, relationships
Achieving optimization is not only a frequent objective, but often also an absolute necessity. Companies must constantly improve individual processes and workflows in order to be competitive and strengthen their positions.
Continuous improvement process (CIP) is the article’s topic. The article explains how this can best be achieved, specifically in ITSM.
Kanban board – for agile project management
Kanban is a method used in agile project management to make work processes visible and thereby improve them. A Kanban board is a project management tool that uses the principle of visualization. This means teams can work transparently on tasks and problems. This article shows how Kanban can be used effectively and will be used as a feature in OTRS.
Self-service: what it means
Customers want one basic thing: quick solutions to their concerns and problems. An intelligent self-service portal makes this possible, improving the customer journey and saving service employees’ time. However, it is important that companies approach this area in a precise and structured manner.
Workflow management system: definition, benefits, tips
Good workflow management requires the right system. This article explains how the system adds value and key things to consider when selecting a tool.
Process optimization – how continuous improvement works
A process is a repeatable path a business takes to achieve its goals. Process optimization is used to analyze this path, improve it and intervene in a targeted manner in the event of obstacles or innovations. This article explains why this is so important, what the goals of process optimization are and which methods are best suited for this.
Process automation: More freedom to drive added value
Challenges, such as high costs and competitive pressure, characterize the professional world. At the same time, many companies are squandering their potential with unnecessarily long routine tasks. The solution is to automate repetitive business processes. This article shows exactly what this means and how it can work for your business.
Process management improves work quality and efficiency
Processes move goals forward. So if a business wants to achieve its goals, it should definitely take a close look at its processes. This article explains what business process management is and how it can be successfully implemented.
How to optimize information flows in the company
Information is supposedly the most important commodity of our time. With the prevailing overload of information, it has recently become important to manage and filter it in a targeted manner - especially for companies. In this article, we explain why accurate information flows are so immensely important and how they can be optimized.
IT Services Defined. Plus, 10 Helpful Examples.
In the modern corporate world, information technology (IT) services largely determine success and failure. IT forms the backbone of a company and gives it creative power. To stay competitive in business, technology must support profitability and sustainability.
In this article, we offer a definition of IT services and present 10 important examples of what these are. This gives you a comprehensive overview of this important area.
Business Process Automation Trends: Where Do Companies Stand?
What is the state of workflows and business process automation in companies? The latest OTRS Spotlight looks at obstacles and BPM trends.
What is important in customer service as the company grows?
What are the challenges for customer service in growing companies, and how can they be met?
Resource Management Improves Business Efficiency
Drive efficiency with resource management. Understand what risks exist and how to avoid these.
How artificial is artificial intelligence?
Artificial intelligence has been part of our lives for a long time. What exactly do we mean by this, how is machine learning to be classified and is AI used everywhere?
Experiences with OTRS 8 After One Year
How modern OTRS 8 gives
customers more flexibility,
speed and customization.
7 Cost-Cutting Measures That Put Your Business At Risk
Are you planning budget for 2023? We give you 7 tips on what you should pay attention to now and what you shouldn't cut costs on.
How to Avoid Stress in Customer Service Teams
Having a high turnover rate is costly for businesses and destroys team morale. Learn how to avoid stress in customer service teams.
10 Steps to Process Design Preparation for OTRS Process Management
Building processes in OTRS? A piece of cake with good preparation. We show you 10 steps that are part of a good preparation.
Improve Call Center Efficiency: Process Management is The Key
Call centers may handle several hundred inquiries every day. Learn how you can make your processes more efficient and thus increase customer satisfaction.
Slower Customer Experience Adoption in Public Sector Organizations
Navigating public sector services often feels like the complete opposite of a good customer experience. In 2020, why is this still the case?
How Digital Transformation Is Impacting the Public Sector
About the difficulties of the public sector in implementing the digital transformation.
Best Practice Tips for Building
Cross-functional Teams (XFTs)
Cross-functional teams can bring great added value to the company. If you want to exploit the full potential, you should consider a few points.
Improving Enterprise-Wide Service Operations
Have you ever thought about using ITIL to structure other areas of your business than IT?