CIH Solutions Lifecycle Approach – Stage 2: Discovery
Stage 2: Discovery – finding the information we need to build the right solution for you This is the second of our deep-dive articles, walking our customers through our new Technical Delivery Lifecycle approach, which we’ll implement in early 2024. If you haven’t already, please read the introductory article, which
CIH Solutions Lifecycle Approach – Stage 1: Triage
Stage 1: Triage – how we assess your request This is the first of our deep-dive articles to walk our customers through our new Technical Delivery Lifecycle approach, which we’ll implement in early 2024. If you haven’t already, please read the introductory article first. It will give you an overview of our approach, why we’re adopting it, and how it will help ensure better outcomes for you and your organisation. What
CIH Solutions Lifecycle Approach – Introduction
Achieving better outcomes with our new Lifecycle approach At CIH Solutions we always believe in ensuring our valued customers receive the best possible service from us, delivered in the most transparent ways we can. That’s why we’ve been working hard behind the scenes to define our new ‘Technical Delivery Lifecycle’
Navigating the Future: How CIHS can support Cherwell Users Beyond its 2026 End of Life
With Ivanti’s announcement that they will discontinue the Cherwell product in 2026, many Cherwell users are now contemplating their ITSM strategy and how to respond. Since Ivanti’s acquisition of Cherwell in March 2021, there has been a sense of uncertainty. However, with the news of Cherwell’s end of life, maintaining
ITSM Trends for 2024
ITSM in 2024: Our Guide to Upcoming Trends: As we cast our look towards 2024, the landscape of IT Service Management (ITSM) is evolving with several key trends that IT professionals should consider. At CIHS we’re committed to providing a clear, professional analysis of forthcoming changes and how we can
How to ensure your IT Automation is successful?
The Path to Automation, part 6: It’s automated. What’s next? Once you’ve automated your first process… hold on! Don’t fall into the trap of rushing headlong into the next one. The single most important thing you can do now is wait. That is, wait until you’ve had time to run
How to implement automations for IT Services?
The Path to Automation, part 5: We’ve picked one. What do we do next? So, you’ve reviewed your data and made a decision on what to automate first. Brace yourself: now it’s time to put into action everything you’ve planned. How you come at the project will naturally vary, depending
What are the benefits of IT Service automation?
The Path to Automation, part 4: Is time saved the only consideration? Time saved is nearly always the most important factor when it comes to the benefits of automation. However, it is not the only factor. In a simple world, you’d pull a report of all the tickets that are
How to implement IT Service automation?
The Path to Automation, part 3: We’re ready. Now what? Once you’re in a position to make smart decisions about what to automate, based on your data, you’ll need to run a report to retrieve and analyse it. At this point, many organisations should be prepared for a shock. Certain