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IT Support Policy Template (SLA Included)

workro desk team·6 min read·28 June 2025

Why an IT Support Policy Matters

"IT will get back to you" is not a support policy. An IT support policy defines what support is available, how to request it, what response times to expect, and what happens when things go wrong. It manages expectations and creates accountability.

SLA Framework

PriorityDefinitionResponse TimeResolution Time
P1 — CriticalSystem down, multiple users affected, revenue impact15 minutes4 hours
P2 — HighMajor functionality impaired, single user critical1 hour8 hours
P3 — NormalRoutine request, minor issue4 hours24 hours
P4 — LowFeature request, documentation, non-urgent24 hours5 business days

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Download the IT Support Policy Template

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