Convert SOPs into actionable, automated processes with Unified Runbooks
The Challenge: Drowning in a Sea of Tickets
Whether you’re an MSP or an internal IT team, you probably face a daily deluge of support tickets. This constant influx of requests strains resources, impacts service quality, and hinders growth. Many of these are recurring issues that experienced technicians can solve with their eyes closed:
Client or employee onboarding and offboarding
Password resets and account lockouts
System performance optimization
Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) troubleshooting
Email configuration and problem-solving
While these tasks are familiar, they consume valuable time that could be better spent on complex issues, maintenance, or strategic IT initiatives.
The Power of Standardization
By identifying patterns in ticket data, IT teams can develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that:
Streamline response processes
Ensure consistency in service delivery
Facilitate knowledge transfer within the team
Pave the way for automation
Standardizing processes for common issues can significantly reduce resolution times, improve service quality, and free up technicians to focus on more complex, high-value tasks.
From Static SOPs to Dynamic Workflows: The Automation Imperative
While SOPs provide a solid foundation for efficiency, they remain static checklists without automation - essentially glorified Excel sheets. The true power of SOPs is unlocked through automation, transforming them into dynamic, actionable workflows.
Introducing Unified Runbooks: Your New Operational Edge
Enter SuperOps’ Unified Runbooks – a revolutionary feature designed to take automation to the next level. This innovative feature integrates seamlessly with all the PSA and RMM functionalities, allowing technicians to execute tasks directly from within a ticket.
The Power of Unified Runbooks
Imagine working on a ticket and having access to:
A comprehensive checklist of required actions
The ability to create and assign tasks
One-click access to relevant IT documentation
The capability to run scripts on associated assets
A streamlined approval initiation process
Custom automation triggers
All of this, without ever leaving the ticket interface.
Features That Make a Difference
Task Assignment: Create individual or grouped tasks using pre-defined templates.
Script Execution: Run OS-specific scripts with dynamic variable mapping.
IT Documentation Access: Instantly retrieve relevant guides.
Communication Tools: Send replies and initiate side conversations seamlessly.
Approval Requests: Configure and send stakeholder approvals effortlessly.
Ticket Field Updates: Pre-fill or prompt for values dynamically.
Note and Worklog Integration: Document actions and time spent directly in tickets.
Auto Actions: Taking Automation Further
Auto Actions takes SOP automation to new heights:
Automatically assign tasks or groups of tasks
Send pre-configured client or internal team responses
Set ticket field values without manual input
Add internal notes and work logs automatically
The result? Improved accuracy, real-time feedback, and truly seamless execution of routine tasks.
The Value of Automation: Unlocking Efficiency and Growth
By implementing SOPs and automation through Unified Runbooks, MSPs and IT teams can achieve significant gains:
Time Savings: Unlock over 26 additional productive hours per month for each technician.
Improved Satisfaction: Faster resolution times lead to happier clients or employees and potentially higher retention rates.
Enhanced Service Quality: Automated processes ensure consistency in service delivery, reducing errors and improving overall quality.
Increased Scalability: Handle growth more effectively without a linear increase in staffing needs.
Competitive Advantage: For MSPs, faster and more efficient service delivery can set you apart in a crowded market. For internal IT teams, it showcases their value and boosts operational efficiency across the organization.
Benefits Across the Board
For Technicians:
Execute tasks seamlessly without tab-hopping
Access checklists, assign tasks, run scripts, and update tickets in one place
Refer to IT documentation with a single click
Streamline communication with pre-configured templates
For Managers:
Visualize task dependencies
Track progress in real-time
Manage approvals efficiently
Ensure compliance with standardized processes
For Business Owners and IT Directors:
Increase operational efficiency
Streamline processes for cost savings
Reallocate resources to higher-value activities
The Bottom Line
SuperOps’ Unified Runbooks redefine efficiency for MSPs and IT teams. By consolidating all necessary actions and information within the ticket interface, technicians can focus on what truly matters – solving problems and delivering exceptional service.
For organizations looking to achieve operational excellence, increase profitability, and set the stage for sustained growth, Unified Runbooks is not just a feature – it’s a game-changing solution that paves the way to success in the competitive world of IT service management.