OTRS Features

Allows users to customize chat colors, text, logos, and branding.

Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc.

Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes

Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress

Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities

Access software remotely via mobile devices

User Experience of creating and submitting a ticket

User Experience of responding and receiving a response

Route tickets based on values of fields, changes to ticket status and time based conditions

Set and monitor service level agreements to ensure timely response and resolution

Documents and files can be attached to the ticket to communicate with customer issues/resolutions

Share and collaborate on tickets with multiple customer service representatives

Central repository for account and contact information

Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks

Manage a repository of information that includes articles, FAQs, or tutorials used for self-service support

Track, manage, or resolve user requests and IT incidents/issues

Manage all call center activities including call monitoring, call recording, call answering, call transfer, etc.

Monitor wait time and abandonment for incoming requests that have not been routed

Organize, prioritize, and manage incoming communications

Allow customers/users to submit support queries and service requests

Manage, store and organize emails within the system or via third-party apps

Allows fully customizable portal for customer to enter tickets, provide feedback and communicate with service agents

Ability for customer service agents to communicate via email and email conversations are automatically tracked in ticket

Ability for customer service agents to communicate with customers via live chat to solve problems live

Make and receive calls directly in the application. Track and record calls for analysis.

Chat with your counterparts over the video in real time

Routes tickets automatically to the appropriate user.

Prioritizes tickets based on factors configured by the user.

Notifies the IT team when a ticket needs action.

Provides a forum for answers to common questions.

Integrates knowledge base articles into a ticket.

Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs

Displays important metrics relating to performance.

Tracks time worked on a ticket.

Provides surveys to measure employee satisfaction.

Track and document all activities across devices, networks, and other systems

Enables access to service desk features via mobile device.

Enables employees to view the status of their tickets.

Provides a directory of all users within an organization.

Enables access to service desk features through multiple channels such as email, phone, or the portal.

Access software remotely via mobile devices

Tools to track and implement required IT changes in a system.

Tools to organize and manage all IT assets within an organization.

A means to view and analyze a large amount of data in order to gain business insights.

Managing inventories and tracking changes to hardware and software configurations

Gather, organize, share, and analyze knowledge in terms of resources, documents, and people skills

Plan and coordinate all the resources, costs and time needed to execute assignments

Set and monitor service level agreements to ensure timely response and resolution

Create, manage and track all task activities and progression

Assign, track and manage customers' service requests such as service enquiry, feedback/complaints and more

Planning, scheduling, and overseeing the release of software or system changes into a live or production environment

Identify component attributes like servers, hardware, software, and manage relationships across all services

Track, manage, or resolve user requests and IT incidents/issues

Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks

Identify and solve underlying cause of incident(s), and prevent future incidents from occurring

Manage and track all disruptions and incidents

Track, store, and access client contracts or licenses

Allow customers/users to submit support queries and service requests

Manage a repository of information that includes articles, FAQs, or tutorials used for self-service support

Monitor service demand and performance to plan for adequate resources that meet business needs

Monitor and analyze the availability of resources to help plan and streamline the service delivery to clients

Track and manage inventory levels to maintain proper supply

Provides screen sharing options to allow access to view or control real-time activities.

Provides easy and seamless file transfer and sharing capabilities to increase productivity and collaboration while working remotely.

Provides the ability to record remote access and support sessions.

Provides remote access to computers at any time, without an end-user present.

Provides multiple technician support simultaneously.

Allows users to switch between multiple end users’ monitors with a single click.

A place for users to submit tickets when they require IT help.

Reports based on IT incidents so IT members can prioritize high risk issues and maintain a record of problems and how often they occur.

The ability to create flowcharts and other means to outline specific processes to ensure that all requirements are met.

Alter the layout and content of reports

Provides a service desk for users to submit tickets for IT-related issues.

Tracks action-by-action asset performance with machine- or human-readable logs.

Creates alerts when tracked assets encounter errors or performance issues.

Automates repetitive tasks associated with IT service operations and maintenance.

Provides graphics, dashboards, and general reporting around IT service, assets, and incidents.

Provides administrative tools for routine maintenance, upkeep, and tracking.

Gives administrators control over user privileges and accessibility for IT assets.

Gives administrators control over hardware and software resource allocation and tracking.

Controls policies and configurations across business applications and hardware.

Active reporting of data and metrics

Remotely wake, restart, and install applications on sleeping devices.

Print files from remote computer onto the local printer, without having to transfer the file between computers.

Connects instantly via group chats, web-based chats, offline messaging, persistent chat groups, and customer-initiated chat.

Provides voice over IP calling solutions.

Provides pre-session or in-session video call options to resolve issues.

Allows to draw, highlight, encircle, and box certain areas on the screen of the remote computer to enhance support and communicate better.

Implements encryption standards to secure data both in transit and at rest.

Provides compliance to multiple industry standards like HIPAA and GDPR.

Allows mobile device access to provide support or connect to your computer from anywhere.

Provides support across iOS, Mac, Android, PC and other devices.

Allows cross-platform device support, supporting Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, and Chromebook devices.

Supports various video file formats

Provides robust reporting capbilities like session details, technician performance information, and end users’ survey summaries.

Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt.

Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.

Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.

Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input

Ability to break down and plan multi-step processes

Works across multiple software systems or databases

Improves performance based on feedback and experience

Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation

Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting

Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives

Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes

Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input

Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation

Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting

Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input

Ability to break down and plan multi-step processes

Works across multiple software systems or databases

Improves performance based on feedback and experience

Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation

Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting

Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives

Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes

Assign available resources (human and/or non-human) to various projects and tasks

Manage and support multiple languages

Arrange tasks based on the level of priority or urgency

Track work performed and resources used for past customers, sites, or assets

Private online space that lets businesses securely share documents and provide information access to clients

Customize contracts and forms to collect specific information

A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users

Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases

Database containing accurate and up-to-date information on all operational services

Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs

Security protocol that ensures secure, encrypted communication over the internet, safeguarding sensitive data from unauthorized access

Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities

Active monitoring of systems, applications, or networks

Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.

Gauge satisfaction and receive information for improvement and success

Assemble applications and processes by dragging over and arranging pre-built components

Online portal through which end users can access the system, manage tasks, or obtain information

Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges

Automatic reply functionality for incoming messages

Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding

Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements

Track the status of support tickets/escalations as they move through the service queue

Tickets are automatically assigned to specific agents based on predefined rules

Templated responses for responding quickly to recurring support requests

Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together

Allows communication with customers or users via multiple channels such as phone, email, live chat, etc.

Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns

Customize data fields to support various needs and use cases

Track and document all activities across devices, networks, and other systems

Search and/or filter for items using names, keywords, descriptions, tags, metadata, etc.

System alerts about the need to escalate an issue or request

Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems

Creation and customization of dashboards

Control system behavior and appearance, and access and report on system status/health from a distant location

Monitor the usage of assets, such as equipment, tools, software, etc., throughout their lifecycle

Communicate using direct chat or messages within the system

Manage the process of evaluating documents or requests submitted for approval

A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc.

Tickets are automatically assigned to specific agents based on predefined rules

AI-based platform which conducts a conversation via auditory or textual methods

Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns

Create and automatically send premade copy in response to customer messages

A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users

Active monitoring of systems, applications, or networks

Built-in customer relationship management (CRM) capabilities or integration with a third-party CRM system

Games or game-like elements to track progress and reward accomplishments

Recording, transcription, and analysis of sales calls for the purpose of training and generating insights

Customize data fields to support various needs and use cases

Gauge satisfaction and receive information for improvement and success

Quantifiable metrics to track objectives, gauge milestones, and evaluate the success of a particular activity

Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together

Allows communication with customers or users via multiple channels such as phone, email, live chat, etc.

Recognize/detect varying frequencies in a person's voice to identify/verify "who" is speaking

Ability to chat online in real time

Automatically handle routine, repetitive tasks and processes without the need for manual intervention

Read and accept a combination of touch tone keypad selections and voice inputs and provide the appropriate prerecorded voice response

Identify different languages

Allows users to manage data from a number of sources

Predict future data based on historical data sets

Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases

System alerts about the need to escalate an issue or request

Protect sensitive data for digital privacy

Track interaction history by documenting conversations for contacts

Arrange tasks based on the level of priority or urgency

Securely stores data to prevent data loss or breaches

Templated responses for responding quickly to recurring support requests

A set of indicators that tracks the performance of networks, applications, systems, teams, etc.

Allow users to access multiple services after entering their login credentials once

Access the system via a mobile application

View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data

Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems

Pre-made examples and templates for emails

Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs

Automatic reply functionality for incoming messages

Import and export data to and from software applications

Adjust communications based on previous interactions or personal preferences

Streamlining repetitive tasks and activities through automated and predefined workflows

Plan and coordinate all the resources, costs and time needed to execute assignments

Organize and manage all processes/procedures involved in purchasing goods and/or services

Configuration Management Database

A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users

Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.

Manage risks related to IT systems

Database containing accurate and up-to-date information on all operational services

Track and manage inventory levels to maintain proper supply

Gauge satisfaction and receive information for improvement and success

Communicate using direct chat or messages within the system

Track and monitor efficient handling of all changes/transitions

Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns

Create, manage and track all task activities and progression

Pre-made examples and templates for emails

Compare key metrics for the business against prominent players in the industry

Adapt content to display differently based on viewer location

Active reporting of data and metrics

Provide online support for your customers through live chat or help desk functionality

Set a time to generate routine reports automatically

System alerts about the need to escalate an issue or request

Planning, coordinating, and executing the deployment of software or system changes into a live or production environment

Manage, store and organize emails within the system or via third-party apps

Track, store, and access client contracts or licenses

Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks

Identify and solve underlying cause of incident(s), and prevent future incidents from occurring

Tools for the systematic analysis of various types of data or statistics

Set and monitor service level agreements to ensure timely response and resolution

Identify component attributes like servers, hardware, software, and manage relationships across all services

Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases

Managing inventories and tracking changes to hardware and software configurations

Access work applications remotely, for when working away from the office and/or traveling

Ability to chat online in real time

Alter the layout and content of reports

Manage and track all disruptions and incidents

Manage assets throughout their lifecycle to optimize profit

Allow customers/users to submit support queries and service requests

Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements

Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding

Remotely monitor and manage client networks, endpoints, systems, and devices via locally installed applications

A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users

Security protocol that ensures secure, encrypted communication over the internet, safeguarding sensitive data from unauthorized access

Move files across different systems or networks

Extra layer of security that requires not only a password and username but also something specific to that user

Allow users to access multiple services after entering their login credentials once

Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier

Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together

Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities

Communicate using direct chat or messages within the system

Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.

Transfer a support session to another team member

Deploy updates or install new software remotely

A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc.

Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding

Continuously scan servers on a designated network to monitor health and search for any irregularities or failures

Receive system updates as soon as any changes are made

Take actions to troubleshoot issues for networks, devices, etc.

Active monitoring of systems, applications, or networks

Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks

Allow multiple users with individual logins and varying permissions to use the same account, software, portal, or service

Allows communication with customers or users via multiple channels such as phone, email, live chat, etc.

Built-in customer relationship management (CRM) capabilities or integration with a third-party CRM system

Gauge satisfaction and receive information for improvement and success

Track and document all activities across devices, networks, and other systems

Online portal through which end users can access the system, manage tasks, or obtain information

Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases

Allow customers/users to submit support queries and service requests

Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems

Access work applications remotely, for when working away from the office and/or traveling

Manage user accounts, profiles, roles, permissions, and other details across applications, devices or networks

Alter the layout and content of reports

Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs

Connect with meeting participants remotely over video

Access client's system information, including hardware and software configuration, to perform diagnostics

Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes

View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data