What you need to know about Enterprise Architecture

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For organizations looking to stay competitive today, Enterprise Architecture (EA) is an essential component of your business strategy. It’s not just about managing IT systems—EA connects every part of your organization’s technology landscape to its broader business goals, ensuring long-term growth and success. Modern EA strategies go beyond IT. They account for the entire organization’s […]

HR Series: Part 6

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Overview of Creating an HR Case from the Backend in ServiceNow   Creating an HR case from the backend in ServiceNow can streamline your HR processes and ensure that all necessary information is captured accurately. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you through the process:  Step-by-Step Guide  Navigate to User Administration  Go to All > User […]

HR Series: Part 5

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Configuring an Employee Task for a Lifecycle Event Activity   Overview  This guide will help you configure a lifecycle event activity that is a task for an employee. Employee tasks are assigned to the subject person of the lifecycle event case.  Before You Begin  Required Role: sn_hr_le.activity_writer Membership: Must be a member of the owning […]

HR Series: Part 4

Creating or Modifying an HR Task Template   Overview  Creating or modifying an HR task template helps define the tasks and to-dos associated with HR processes. This guide will walk you through the steps to create or modify an HR task template.  Procedure  Navigation Manage:  Go to All > Lifecycle Events > Administration > Manage […]

HR Series: Part 3

Creating an HR Service   Overview  Creating or modifying an HR service defines the request-to-fulfillment process for various case types. Examples of HR services include benefits enrollment, direct deposit setup, and background check requests by third-party providers.  Before You Begin  Required Role: sn_hr_core.admin  Procedure  Navigation: Go to All > HR Administration > HR Services > […]

HR Series: Part 2

Building a Lifecycle Event and Its Associated Activity Sets and Activities   Before You Begin  Required Roles: sn_hr_le.admin or sn_hr_le.activity_set_manager  Initial Step: Define the event type (e.g., new hire onboarding).   Lifecycle Event: Contains one or more activity sets.  Activity Sets: Represent different stages in the lifecycle event process.  Activities: Can be requests for approvals, tasks […]

HR Series: Part 1

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Plugins for HR in ServiceNow     Enhancing your HR capabilities in ServiceNow can be easily achieved by installing the right plugins. One such essential plugin is the Human Resources Scoped App: Lifecycle Events. Here’s a quick guide on how to install it and get started:  Step-by-Step Guide  Navigate to Plugins Go to All > System Definition […]

Introduction to HR in ServiceNow

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ServiceNow’s Human Resources Service Delivery (HRSD) module is transforming the way organizations provide HR services, and Pathways Consulting Group is at the forefront of this evolution. With Pathways’ expertise and experience in ServiceNow implementation and HRSD, your organization can digitize, organize, and streamline HR processes, leading to improved employee engagement and optimizing service delivery.   […]

Benefits & Shortcomings of OSCAL

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Security and compliance are a top priority for organizations today. However, maintaining these standards becomes increasingly difficult as organizations grow and expand. In response, NIST worked with various organizations to establish the Open Security Controls Assessment Language (OSCAL).  OSCAL is a standardized language that helps streamline processes and improve the accuracy of risk assessments. While […]

What is needed for successful Enterprise Service Management

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Successful Enterprise Service Management (ESM) is about more than just technology—it’s about your people and transforming how your organization operates. When done well, ESM can take your organization from individual silos into a unified, integrated service model that enhances efficiency, collaboration, and service delivery. At its core, ESM applies the principles of IT service management […]

Michael James

Director of Practice - AI Solutions and ServiceNow Certified Technical Architect

Mike helps clients achieve their business objectives by helping architect and develop outcome-based AI solutions using the ServiceNow platform. With the ever-growing AI offerings provided by ServiceNow, Mike is responsible for making sure clients have the appropriate solution to help modernize and revolutionize their business as well as advising on leading practices and implementations.
 
In his spare time, Mike enjoys spending time with his family and following sports, especially Penn State athletics.

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