Overview
ServiceNow is a cloud-based workflow automation platform that enables enterprise organizations to improve operational efficiencies by streamlining and automating routine work tasks.
With roots in IT Service Management, ServiceNow has evolved to become the enterprise service management platform for organizations, uniting all business functions from customer service to HR to security, and more.
“ServiceNow is one of those rare software platforms that can show a rapid return on investment, and continue to deliver strong value as the organization expands its use.”
ServiceNow Products
Businesses that use ServiceNow are able to rapidly achieve improved self-service capabilities for all users (both employees and customers) and elevated efficiencies in service operations.
ITSM
Information Technology Service Management
ServiceNow IT Service Management (ITSM) helps you accelerate your digital transformation by enabling services for your end-users wherever they are, whenever they need it, and from any device they have.
ITBM
Information Technology Business Management
Information Technology Business Management (ITBM) is a set of workflows and tools for optimally developing, delivering, and managing business services through an IT-focused lens.
CSM
Customer Service Management
Customer Service Management (CSM) is a set of workflows and tools for optimally overseeing and tracking all interactions with a business’s customers with the goal to comprehensively manage the customer experience (CX).
ITAM
Information Technology Asset Management
Information Technology Asset Management (ITAM) is a set of business practices and tools for optimally supporting lifecycle management of IT assets with the goal of ITAM helping organizations manage their hardware and software inventory more effectively.
SAM
Software Asset Management
Software Asset Management (SAM) is a set of business practices and strategies for optimally managing acquisition, usage, and lifecycle maintenance of software that enables organizations to create an accurate system of record for all software assets.
HRSD
Human Resource Service Delivery
HR Service Delivery (HRSD), also known as HR Service Delivery, is a best-practices approach for automating and standardizing HR processes within your organization that enables organizations to provide engaging, holistic HR services to employees.
Key Benefits of ServiceNow
From planning to operations, companies can transform their IT value chain and drive innovation on a single cloud platform while ensuring better alignment with their business priorities.
Automates Routine Processes
ServiceNow streamlines employees’ day-to-day workload by automating routine tasks, significantly reducing the amount of time spent on administrative work.
Assigns And Prioritizes Work Automatically
ServiceNow automatically assigns and prioritizes incoming work requests based on agent availability, capacity, and skill level.
Maintains Clear Visibility To Stakeholders
ServiceNow provides a single platform for transparency and collaboration in all projects – maintaining clear visibility to all stakeholders at your company.
Consolidates Systems into a Single Architecture
ServiceNow’s integrations and flexibility allow your company to consolidate various IT systems into a single platform – an advantage in today’s connected workplace.
About ServiceNow as a Company
ServiceNow was founded in 2003 by developer Fred Luddy and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California. During its early years, ServiceNow was marketed as an ITSM (Information Technology Service Management) solution and garnered rapid adoption from IT professionals. However, because of its elegant, intuitive platform design, ServiceNow has increasingly been incorporated into other service and business unites across a growing list of industries.
ServiceNow and Partners
ServiceNow relies on partners to sell and implement the platform for their customers. Crossfuze is one of a limited number of ServiceNow partners to earn the top-tier Elite Partner status and has been recognized by ServiceNow for a number of success metrics.
Modern Services Priorities
ServiceNow looks to three overarching principles that have guided the development and evolution of its business solutions:
Step 1: Modernize
ServiceNow focuses on accelerating the speed of IT service delivery, with a consumerized experience and service intelligence. Similar to a sophisticated online store, ServiceNow offers users a low friction experience in which the software often anticipates the user’s needs.
Step 2: Transform
ServiceNow helps companies achieve their digital transformation goals by aligning IT and business initiatives with IT Operations Management; Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC); IT Business Management,; and Software Asset Management (SAM).
Step 3: Innovate
ServiceNow fuels strategic business growth across an organization. In particular, ServiceNow offers automated, user-friendly solutions for areas such as Security Operations, Customer Service Management, Human Resources, Facilities, and Business Applications.
THE BUSINESS CASE FOR SERVICENOW
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Business Case
According to Forrester Consulting’s 2017 The Total Economic Impact of ServiceNow report, ServiceNow customers benefit from a 20% increase in IT productivity and enjoy, on average, a 195% ROI and payback in less than nine months.
While Forrester provides numerous benefits and statistics quantifying ServiceNow’s ROI, businesses should also develop a customized business case for their own organization. Crossfuze can create a detailed ServiceNow business case for any qualified organization that requests one.
Additional Resources
PILLAR SERIES
10 Pillars of ServiceNow Success for CIOs
Unlock the secrets of platform success from over 500 ServiceNow implementations by reading the 10 Pillars of ServiceNow Success for CIOs eBook. Join the hundreds of readers who have used these tips to quickly and strategically align their ServiceNow investment with business outcomes.
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Must-read Resources While Evaluating ServiceNow
Are you considering investing in the ServiceNow platform for your organization? Or have you recently invested in the ServiceNow platform and want to make sure you get the most from your investment? Put away your search engine of choice, because we’ve done all the research for you. Here’s a handy list of resources to help you learn more about ServiceNow.
BLOG
ITSM vs. ITIL: What’s the Difference Between ITIL & ITSM?
In the IT world, it’s assumed you understand the difference between the terms ITSM and ITIL. However, not everyone uses these ITSM and ITIL correctly; some even use ITSM and ITIL interchangeably, which magnifies everyone’s confusion.
CASE STUDY
ServiceNow Success Story: Gary Collins, Finastra
Gary Collins shares his experience working with Crossfuze on launching Smart Launch for ServiceNow ITSM in this informative video. Onboarding ServiceNow has never been so easy since Smart Launch for ITSM. With Finastra’s ITSM success, Gary and his team are now working with Crossfuze on the next stage of their ServiceNow roadmap.
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3 Reasons Why Modernizing IT Service Management Will Improve Employee Engagement and Experiences
Operational efficiency impacts the bottom line of every organization. When employees are faced with IT issues, the most common way to a resolution is to march into the IT office and find help.
EBOOK
ServiceNow Onboarding Success Workbook
This highly interactive workbook will position you for early and often platform wins. Dive in and start building your ServiceNow foundation for success using the workbook’s advice, tips, and dynamic forms. Capture your goals, strategies, and tactics all in one spot. Collaborate and share with colleagues.
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