3 top benefits of AI for the IT support desk

Healthcare IT leaders face challenges in finding cost-effective solutions to improve service desk operations, service delivery, and customer satisfaction. AI can streamline operations, boost productivity, and reduce the time spent on repetitive tasks. Aligning with Gartner’s 2024 priorities for customer service, AI tools for internal support enhance efficiency without the risks of customer-facing AI for complex issues. These tools offer significant benefits for healthcare IT service desks.

Saving time through case summarization

One of the strongest AI use cases in service desk management is the ability to generate clear and concise case summaries. This capability significantly reduces the time support personnel spend on manual documentation and piecing together case history. ServiceNow's AI-driven case summarization is a great example, as the feature automatically pulls together relevant details from the contact, thus reducing handle time for the agent. The initial use of these capabilities shows support personnel can spend up to 30% less time reviewing cases and a 40% reduction in time spent documenting resolutions. These time savings directly enhance productivity and boost employee satisfaction, which is crucial for maintaining a high-performing IT support team, especially in healthcare settings.

Strengthening expertise through knowledge management

AI is also transforming IT support through advanced knowledge creation and search functionalities. These AI tools take knowledge management to the next level in streamlining information access for faster issue resolution and better service delivery. Historical case data is analyzed to quickly create or update relevant knowledge base articles that are easy to search and access. This makes it faster and easier for support teams to find solutions to recurring problems without reinventing the wheel whenever an issue arises. AI-powered search functionality takes this further by providing more contextually relevant results, reducing the time spent navigating vast information repositories. This means faster resolutions and fewer bottlenecks for healthcare IT teams, ultimately leading to more efficient service delivery.

Streamlining efficiency through task completion

AI's knack for handling repetitive tasks is a significant development for healthcare IT support. By taking care of routine items, such as updating case fields or initiating follow-ups, AI allows IT personnel to focus on the trickier, more high-impact tasks. This automation is a time-saver and comes with the benefits of fewer workflow hiccups, more consistent completion of service-level agreements (SLAs), and extra time for personnel to tackle tougher tasks. It's like giving the team superpowers to deal with the complex world of healthcare IT.

As healthcare expands the functionality of the EHR in caregiving, IT support is becoming increasingly important. By bringing AI into the mix for service desk management, healthcare organizations can step up their IT support game. Better IT support enables more efficient organizations and saves precious time for patient-focused initiatives. Looking ahead, the use of AI in service desk management is going to play a large part in IT support delivery. It's not just a nice-to-have anymore – it's becoming essential for staying ahead in the healthcare game.

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