Help Desk GT

Web and Email Based Support System + Interactive FAQ Manager

Coming soon!

A while back, I realized that I needed a web based system to keep my technical support conversations organized -- email simply didn't offer the threading and conversation management features that I needed. So I went to the web in search of a good software package.

Many were lacking critical features. Others had a test system on their site that, contrary to their intentions I'm sure, exposed serious flaws. Eventually I settled on one that came highly recommended, only to see it turn into a maintenance nightmare as I found and fixed bug after bug in it's poorly organized code.

I soon decided to revert to my original plan and write my own system. When I'm done, you'll see it here.

Introduction to Help Desk Concepts and Skills
by Susan Sanderson
Amazon Price: $72.51
Used Price: $13.18
Average Customer Rating: 4.0
Review (rating: 1):
Simply put, I am very disappointed in the content of this book. DON'T Waste Your Money or Time.


A Guide to Customer Service Skills for the Help Desk Professional, Second Edi...
by Donna Knapp
Amazon Price: $94.95
Used Price: $2.80
Average Customer Rating: 4.0
Review (rating: 4):
The book was in good shape. Will do for the class that I am taking.


A Guide to Computer User Support for Help Desk and Support Specialists, Third...
by Fred Beisse
Amazon Price: $52.73
Used Price: $2.40
Average Customer Rating: 3.5
Review (rating: 4):
The book seems well written and is informative. It is not a great subject but was required for my major. Very boring.


Help Desk Practitioner's Handbook
by Barbara Czegel
Amazon Price: $37.80
Used Price: $7.21
Average Customer Rating: 4.5
Review (rating: 5):
This book is packed with useful information that will make you a more well-rounded support person. Help desk and technical support in general is so much more than just technical know-how. The non-technical aspects are just as important and this book will help you in those areas. Has information on standard metho...

Running an Effective Help Desk, 2nd Edition
by Barbara Czegel
Amazon Price: $37.80
Used Price: $0.50
Average Customer Rating: 4.0
Review (rating: 5):
This book is a must-own. You need to be able actually get out there and find these positions and books simply can't do that for you. Newspaper classifieds are OK, but in larger cities you need more up to date information than they can provide. It's usually best to get job postings directly from a businesses webs...