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A Service Request is the standard method by which for Users to request a ServiceServices. Users can identify a Service Request by the initials SR in the column labeled SD NumberSD Number column.

A Work Request is the standard method for requesting work. Users can identify a Work Request by the WR initials in the SD Number column.

An Incident Request is typically generated by a customer that who has reported a specific problem with a piece of Equipment or Service. Users can identify an Incident Request by the initials 'IR' in the column labeled SD Number column.

An Inquiry is generated when the User organization's Service Desk email account receives an email from a Customer seeking clarification or consideration for a concern. New incoming emails are processed and designated as new Inquiries or added as threaded messages to existing Service Desk items. Inquiries can also be generated by the CustomerCenter General Request link. Users can identify an Inquiry by the initials 'IQ' in the column labeled ' Number' column. For more information on Inquiries, see the Original Inquiry tab page.

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On the Requests Grid, double-click or highlight any existing item and click the Edit SelectedImage Removed image-20241115-162503.pngImage Added  button above the Grid to edit.

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  1. From the Actions tab click the Add button. 

  2. The Add New Service Desk Action dialog opens.

  3. Select the Action you need from the dropdown.

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  4. Select the Service Catalog picker. 

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  5. Add any other relevant overrides.

  6. Click the Save New button. 

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To convert the Request to a Service Order, open the Service Request's data entry form and change the SD Type from Service Request to Service Order. The User is prompted to confirm this change. If accepted, the Service Desk item disappears from the Service Request Grid and appear on the Service Order Grid.

Advancing a Work Request

The Work Request is exactly that, a Request for work. Once you have determined that the Request is valid, enter the GLAs and other pertinent information. You may then convert the Work Request to a Work Order. Converting a Request is necessary when it is determined that the Request is valid and the work is approved. A User may convert the Work Request to a Work Order at any point in the process as long as all required data fields have been satisfied.

To convert the Request to a Work Order, open the Work Request's data entry form and change the SD Type from Work Request to Work Order. The User is prompted to confirm this change. If accepted, the Service Desk item disappears from the Work Request Grid and appear on the Work Order Grid.

Advancing an Incident Request

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