Keith Andes

Keith Andes

Former Gartner analyst Keith Andes brings his ITSM expertise to EasyVista’s blog, offering high-level insights on service automation, observability, and digital transformation in enterprise IT.

Gartner Magic Quadrant ITSM for 2026

Here’s a Complimentary Copy of the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for ITSM (And Why It’s Deeply Misunderstood)

The Gartner Magic Quadrant can help narrow your ITSM vendor shortlist, but it should not be treated as a product ranking. Learn how to evaluate and choose an ITSM solution that delivers value today and supports future growth.

AI First Is the Wrong Goal: Why IT Leaders Should Think AI Last

Most IT organizations today are eager to chase Artificial Intelligence (AI). On the other hand, while the pressure to be “AI first” continues to grow, IT leaders are still struggling to answer a simple question: Where do we actually start? We’re using it, generally. But how do we get value?

Gartner’s 2025 ITSM Market Guide: Key Insights for IT Buyers

Gartner recently published its latest Market Guide for IT Service Management Platforms, and as someone who used to co-author the Magic Quadrant for ITSM when I was an analyst at Gartner… I have some thoughts.