Building & Managing A World Class IT Help Desk - Softcover

Bob Wooten; G. Robert Wooten

Softcover

ISBN 10: 007213237X ISBN 13: 9780072132373

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media, 2001

Synopsis

Get full details on how to set up an efficient help desk using this comprehensive resource. Real-world examples and step-by-step instructions for doing everything from choosing a staff to implementing the latest technologies make this book truly a blueprint for help desk success.

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About the Author

Robert Wooten (Yorktown, Virginia) is Manager of Information Technology Services and Operations for a large wholesale distributor with over 9,000 employees. He has over 13 years experience in the IT field and directs a staff of 95 associates offering Systems and Database Administration, Networking, Help Desk, Training and Documentation, Telecommunications, Internet and Intranet services, and Asset Management.

From the Back Cover

Professional Help for your Help Desk

Whether your goals include building a help desk from the ground up, or reinvigorating your existing help desk, this resource offers concrete methodologies for successful deployment. Determine the parameters of your ideal help desk, then follow a series of detailed procedures to create the organizational structure, build the space, and hire the people necessary to achieve your goals. Building & Managing a World Class Help Desk explains the short- and long-term benefits of operating a first-rate help desk, and how to maximize their impact on your company's efficiency, reputation, and ultimately its earnings.

• Identify critical drivers like customer base, company goals, and management style
• Examine the process of defining, documenting, and building your ideal help desk
• Establish a realistic budget and stick to it
• Find and keep the right people with step-by-step details on everything from defining skill sets to rotating staff and outsourcing
• Create organizational efficiencies with appropriate physical space and ergonomics
• Promote your help desk operations and services to customers
• Train, organize, and motivate your staff to prevent burnout and retain innovation
• Implement the latest technologies like workforce automation, customer relationship management, and system management packages

Edition details

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 007213237X
• ISBN 13: 9780072132373
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 583