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A Step-by-step Guide to Implementing a Patch Management Process

A proper Patch Management process is crucial as it helps prevent data breaches by fixing security vulnerabilities and bugs. It is also the way to make sure all your devices run the latest software versions, which implies having access to updated functions and characteristics. Just so we are all on the same page, Patch Management consists of acquiring, testing, distributing, and installing updates or software patches.

Barcode trends: The future of inventory management

With advances in technology, inventory management has evolved considerably, from traditional manual methods to more automated and intelligent systems. In this article, we’ll take a look at barcode trends, exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) and new technologies are revolutionizing the way companies manage their inventory.

Special report: Putting GenAI to work in the enterprise

Generative AI (GenAI) is on track to be the most powerful technology of our time. As such, it’s created quite a buzz. “Generative AI has awakened people's imagination for AI,” explains ServiceNow Chief Information Officer Chris Bedi. “AI has been around for a long time. People use machine learning models, but they couldn't feel and touch it like generative AI.

How to Build a Change Management Workflow

Change Management is a critical practice for organizations to effectively adapt, innovate, and maintain stability. It involves various aspects of an organization's IT infrastructure, applications, processes, and policies. As the scope and complexity of changes continue to grow, the need to automate a Change Management workflow becomes paramount. In this article, we will explore the different types of changes described by ITIL to then break down the process behind automating the Change Management process.

OnPage-ServiceNow Bi-Directional Integration

Discover how OnPage's incident alert management solution can be seamlessly extended to ServiceNow's ITSM solution to provide a more efficient and streamlined service delivery experience. The two-way integration ensures that high-priority alerts are given top priority and reach the right team member in a timely manner. And, that's not all -- IT teams gain synchronization across audit trails, alert statuses, and notes, eliminating the need for app hopping and providing all the necessary information in one location.

Level Up Your IT Service Management with Best Practices! - Infraon

Looking to enhance your IT service management? Discover the top best practices in the industry in this exciting video from Infraon. Dive into the world of ITSM and explore proven strategies to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and deliver exceptional user experiences. From incident management to change management, this blog covers it all. Embrace the latest trends and expert insights to elevate your IT service management game in 2023 and beyond. Don't miss out on this valuable resource for IT professionals and business leaders!

AI in field service: Using technology in the service of people

When customers need field service, the stakes are high, whether they’re getting started with a new product or service or something crucial to their business needs repair. These make-or-break moments influence customers’ long-term perception of your brand. Yet they're often complicated by internal system disconnects that require significant manual intervention.

What's New With InvGate: September Updates

We start September with some exciting news and brand new functionalities for both of our products, InvGate Service Desk and Insight. Fasten your seatbelt because you’re about to see some serious improvements in user experience, workflows, security, Data Management, and more. In particular, we’ll introduce you to: Let’s get into details!

Why The Pentagon Has The Worst IT Help Desk in The US Government - And How to Avoid it

No one wants to have the worst IT help desk, but someone has to. And the title was recently earned by the Pentagon. According to a survey, the Department of Defense (DoD) was the last in line regarding help desk support, behind 23 other federal departments. But how did it get there? And, more importantly, how can you avoid being the last in line? Let’s see.

Ethics of Telemetry Collection for Employee Experience Improvement

Data collection has become an increasingly essential tool for businesses, allowing them to gather insights about their customers and employees. But it also raises the question of ethics: what data should be collected, how should it be used and who should have access to it? In this article, we'll explore the ethical implications of collecting employee experience data through telemetry.