For over 20 years, one question keeps resurfacing: How do we secure buy-in from senior management for our ITSM initiatives ? It’s a challenge that never seems to fade. Like any good mystery, just when you think you have it solved, a new player enters the scene and changes the game. In February 2024, we were delighted to have David Cannon and Ken Jarvis present our monthly webinar, on the topic  Getting and Keeping Executive Buy-in for your ITSM Program .  I personally find it difficult to revisit all the audio content on my wishlist, so I appreciate it when I can read a concise summary - like CliffsNotes for Webinar. Or in this case, LisaNotes, as I am building on some of the ideas presented.  In prepping for the webinar, Donna Knapp  postulated, "Are we even asking the right question? Should we be asking instead, What will make executives care about ITSM ?"   As Dr. Lanning says in the movie I, Robot, "That, detective, is the right question".  The ...

I realized recently that while many organizations and jobs require ITIL certification, few say why. I've thought about it, and here is what I came up with... The reasons behind this requirement are multifaceted and deeply rooted in ITIL practices' benefits to an organization. Standardization and Best Practices ITIL provides a set of standardized best practices for IT service management (ITSM). This standardization ensures that all certified professionals have a consistent understanding of IT processes, leading to more efficient and predictable outcomes. By implementing ITIL, organizations can align their IT services with business needs, reducing waste and increasing value delivery. Enhanced Service Delivery One of the core objectives of ITIL is to improve service delivery. ITIL-certified professionals are trained to optimize IT services, ensuring they meet the expectations and requirements of customers. This leads to higher customer satisfaction and retention, as well as...

ITIL, originally known as the IT Infrastructure Library, serves as a globally recognized framework for IT service delivery. It advocates for best practices in IT Service Management (ITSM), fostering the standardization of various processes and stages across the IT lifecycle. Initially introduced by the British government's Central Computer and Telecommunications Agency (CCTA) in the 1980s, ITIL aimed to establish consistent guidelines and mitigate disparities among evolving IT architectures. Over the years, ownership has changed multiple times. In 2021, PeopleCert bought AXELOS, the owners of ITIL. ITIL 4 represents the latest iteration of the framework, and holds significant importance for organizations for several key reasons: Standardization : ITIL provides a set of best practices and guidelines for IT Service Management (ITSM). By implementing ITIL practices, organizations can standardize their IT processes and procedures, ensuring consistency and reliability in service deliver...

Investing in ITIL 4 is widely recognized as a strategic advantage for organizations aiming to enhance their service management capabilities. With its modern, flexible, and customer-centric approach, ITIL 4 provides the tools and practices needed to thrive in a dynamic and complex IT environment. Based on conversations with high-performing organizations, we compiled five compelling reasons why organizations should invest in ITIL 4: 1. Enhanced Agility and Flexibility In a rapidly changing business environment, the ability to adapt quickly is vital. ITIL 4 is designed to provide organizations with the agility needed to respond to new opportunities and challenges. How ITIL 4 Helps : Service Value System (SVS): ITIL 4 introduces the SVS, which provides a holistic approach to service management, ensuring flexibility and quick adaptation to changing business needs. Guiding Principles : The framework’s guiding principles, such as “focus on value,” “start where you are,” and “progress iterati...