Emily Bennett

I bridge the gap between complex code and compelling stories. As a US-based journalist, I specialize in the IT and SaaS landscapes, breaking down global tech news for leading online media. With deep expertise in ITIL frameworks, I don't just report on the industry—I understand how it works. When I'm not chasing the next big scoop, you’ll find me testing the latest gadgets or training for my next match. Tech-savvy. Data-driven. Sport-loving.

ITSM Tools That Balance Autonomy and Governance

A practical shortlist of ITSM platforms that support flexible workflows without losing governance, approvals, and auditability.

Problem Management in ITSM: A Practical Guide to Root Cause and Prevention

A practical, step-by-step guide to ITSM problem management, including triggers, RCA methods, known errors, workarounds, and validating recurrence reduction.

Best Problem Management Tools for Root Cause Analysis and Known Errors

This shortlist focuses on tools commonly used for problem records, RCA workflows, known error tracking, and linking problems to incidents and changes.

SLA and OLA Management in ITSM: Setting Targets, Escalations, and Reporting

Transform broken SLAs into operational success. Master service-based targets, align OLAs for accountability, and automate escalations to ensure predictable ITSM delivery.

Managed Service Provider ITSM Tools in 2026: What to Choose and Why

Managed Service Providers (MSPs) have unique service management needs: multi-customer operations, standardized service levels, consistent onboarding, and clear accountability across multiple clients and environments. Many MSPs also pair ITSM with PSA and RMM systems, so integration and workflow clarity become critical.

Best ITSM Tools for Remote and Distributed IT Teams in 2026

Remote and distributed IT teams need more than ticketing. They need consistent intake, strong self-service, clear escalation rules, and collaboration patterns that work across time zones. The best-fit ITSM tools for distributed teams reduce context switching, make approvals and handoffs explicit, and keep end users informed without agents having to “chase” updates.

CMDB Basics: What to Model First and How to Keep Data Accurate

A practical CMDB guide: what a CMDB is, what to model first, which relationships matter, and how to maintain data quality over time.

Incident Management Workflow: A Practical Step-by-Step Guide

A practical incident management workflow with roles, states, SLAs, escalation rules, and metrics that improve resolution time.

Best ITSM Tools for Enterprise Service Management in 2026

A vendor-neutral guide to ITSM tools for ESM, with what to evaluate when expanding beyond IT and how to avoid tool sprawl.

Best ITSM Tools with Asset Management and CMDB Support

A practical shortlist of ITSM tools that support asset management and CMDB workflows, plus what to model first and how to keep data reliable.