In another article ChatGPT generated a proposal on how to implement, maintain and innovate a ServiceNow Platform. In this article you can find the average rates that were used by ChatGPT for that article per role, differentiating on seniority/experience and sourcing model. DISCLAIMER: the figures herein are indications. actual figures are subject to variations (up [...]

There are several ways to approach sourcing for a ServiceNow project in the Netherlands. You can opt to manage it internally, bring in temporary expertise, or partner with one of the Big Five consultancies—be it through local, nearshore, or offshore resources. Each of these options comes with its own set of pros and cons. Factors [...]

Organizations frequently experience confusion regarding Configuration Management Databases (CMDB's). This confusion arises because there is currently no single, universally followed standard. Various authorities, governance bodies, auditors, and technology vendors have each introduced overlapping frameworks. As a result, the definitions of key concepts—such as Configuration Items, CMDBs, and Assets—often differ depending on the source. Even within [...]

Below is an overview of 727 IT management tools meticulously grouped into eight primary categories. This compilation highlights the breadth and depth of the IT management landscape, from strategic planning and governance to day-to-day operations and security oversight IT Enterprise Architecture (EA) – 33 Tools Focused on aligning technology strategies with overarching business objectives, [...]

Here’s an integrated overview of how your enterprise will handle the Joiner, Mover, and Leaver (JML) processes, utilising Workday, Azure AD, Saviynt, Intune, JAMF, Ariba, ADP, and ServiceNow while addressing all requested elements. 1. Joiner Process (Onboarding) 1.1 Triggering the Process Permanent Staff: Workday acts as the source of truth for HR master data. A new hire record is created [...]

What was once known as ITIL configuration management no longer exists in the same form or approach. However, the core principles – recording what will come, what currently exists, and what once was – remain intact. Those familiar with PRINCE2 might recall that it also had a configuration management component, though its meaning differed from [...]