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IT Support Escalation Matrix Template

workro desk team·5 min read·5 January 2027

Escalation Matrix

LevelTriggerOwnerResponse Time
Level 1Initial requestHelpdesk Agent15 min - 4 hrs
Level 2L1 cannot resolve in SLASenior Technician1-2 hours
Level 3L2 cannot resolve in SLAIT Head30 minutes
Level 4Executive escalationCEO/COOAs needed

Escalation Rules

  • P1 tickets: Always escalate to Level 2 immediately
  • Security incidents: Always escalate to IT Head immediately
  • Data breaches: Escalate to CEO and legal immediately