What are ITIL processes?
In this short blog guide, we aim to answer the questions: What are ITIL processes and how can businesses work with this framework? ITIL 4 (Information Technology Infrastructure Library version 4) specifies procedures, processes and checklists for how IT departments can streamline their IT processes and deliver value to users.
The five core ITIL processes are:
1. Incident Management
Manage and resolve IT incidents as quickly as possible
Quick overview via agile tools such as Kanban boards
Automatic rules for prioritisation
Integration with external systems for major incidents
2. Problem Management
- Identify root causes of incidents
- Prevent recurring disruptions
- Traceability and history for better analysis
- Structured documentation of solutions
3. Service Desk
- First point of contact between users and IT
- The main task is to handle incidents and orders.
- Omnichannel support (email, telephone, chat, social media)
- Knowledge base and FAQ for faster solutions
- 24/7 availability through chatbots
4. Service Request Management
- Structured order management
- Digital signing for secure order management
- Guided forms for a better user experience
- Automated workflows
5. Event Management
- Proactive monitoring of IT infrastructure
- Automated handling of system events
- Digital verification of manual checks
- Preventive measures against operational disruptions
Advantages of ITIL processes:
- More efficient workflows through standardisation
- More satisfied users with faster response times
- Reduced IT costs through automation
- Improved compliance (NIS2, DORA, GDPR)
The future of ITIL processes is AI and smart automation
- AI assistants for faster prioritisation
- Configurable AI for specific tasks
- Virtual agents for 24/7 support
- Continuous improvement of the user experience
Summary of the question of what ITIL processes are
ITIL processes are part of the ITIL 4 framework, which creates a structured basis for how IT departments can handle cases and orders, and enable digitisation and improvement of business processes. By implementing ITIL processes, organisations can achieve more efficient workflows, more satisfied users and reduced IT costs.





