In the dynamic landscape of IT service management, ITSM, two concepts reign supreme - Incident Management and Problem Management. They might seem similar, and many use these terms interchangeably, but they serve distinct purposes. Through this article, we’ll navigate the nuanced differences between Incident Management and Problem Management, and apply these concepts in our own approach to incident management.

Root Cause Analysis (RCA) is a systematic process designed to uncover the fundamental, underlying issues that lead to IT incidents. These 'root causes' are often masked by surface-level symptoms, making them challenging to identify without a systematic approach. Root Cause Analysis serves as a metaphorical excavation, drilling past the initial problems to discover deeper, hidden issues.

In today's business environment, the continuity of IT systems is crucial to the success of an organization. Unforeseen disasters, such as infrastructure failures or cyber attacks, can severely impact the productivity of your organization. To mitigate these risks, IT departments must develop and implement robust disaster recovery (DR) plans. But, how can you ensure that these plans work effectively in times of crisis?