From classification to capability (part 1): building enterprise service tiering

Natasha French explains how service tiering evolved from a loosely discussed concept into a practical capability that shaped how her organisation designed, delivered and operated services and what they learned along the way.
The biggest barrier to CSI… is ITIL v3

Ian MacDonald considers some common reasons why continual improvement is hard to introduce, and explains why ITIL might be partly to blame.
AI governance does not start with AI

AI has made many organisations look again at their existing IT governance practices. Kaimar Karu considers how ready we are for AI governance, and how we should prepare for its challenges.
“Embrace every opportunity” – life as ITSM Young Professional of the Year

Chloe Mackay of VOIS talks to Rhys Elis Jones about becoming itSMF UK Young ITSM Professional of the Year 2025. In this Q&A Chloe shares her journey into ITSM, reflects on her achievements, and offers honest advice for young professionals looking to make their mark in ITSM.
Women in ITSM: insights and inspiration

Vawns Murphy reflects on a day spent learning from women leaders and discovering the strength of community.
SIAM Body of Knowledge: what’s in the latest refresh?

One of the great benefits of being part of the dynamic SIAM community is access to a frequently updated and expanded Body of Knowleldge. Michelle Major-Goldsmith and Simon Dorst explain what’s new.
ITIL 5, AI, and the return of grown-up service management

Barry Corless considers why accountability, governance, and judgement matter more than ever in an AI-driven world
ITSM25 – spies, shadow AI, vibe coding and wizards

Simon Rolley offers his key takeaways from ITSM25, itSMF UK’s Annual Conference
Five reasons why ITSM26 should be your next conference

Claire Burn reflects on two days very well spent at our flagship event.
Why I chose a career in service management – and why you should too!

Rhys Elis Jones offers some encouragement and advice for those considering a career in IT service management.
V3 or not V3 – that is the question

ITIL V3 may have officially retired in 2022, but it’s far from gone. Articles, forum posts, and countless practitioner discussions show that many organisations are still holding on, choosing familiar V3-based ways of working over ITIL 4. Ian MacDonald wonders why.
Bridging the gap

Chantal Grevatte-Ball takes us on a personal journey into the value of liaison roles in IT service management