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Cleveland State University​​

How Cleveland State University improved student support efficiency and enhanced service delivery with BlackBeltHelp’s IT & LMS Helpdesk solutions.

About the Institution

Founded: 1964
Total Enrollment: 14,385

Cleveland State University (CSU) is a public research university in Cleveland, Ohio. CSU offers a diverse range of academic programs across 10 colleges and schools. Known for its commitment to student success, CSU provides numerous opportunities for experiential learning, including internships, co-ops, and research projects. The university’s urban campus offers a vibrant environment and easy access to cultural attractions and professional opportunities.​

Website: www.csuohio.edu

The Challenge

Cleveland State University faced challenges in managing growing student support demands, especially with the transition to eLearning and the need for robust IT services. Initially, the university struggled to keep up with student inquiries, resulting in delays and a lack of real-time support, which impacted the overall student experience.

The university realized the need for:

  • Comprehensive IT and LMS helpdesk support to handle increasing interaction volumes.
  • Reducing response times and ensuring high First Contact Resolution (FCR)

The Solution

Since 2014, BlackBeltHelp has provided Cleveland State University with LMS support, handling 2,500 interactions through live chat, email, and phone. In 2021, the university expanded its partnership to include IT helpdesk support, increasing interactions to 10,000 annually.

The Impact

  • 69 Secs. Avg. Speed to Answer

  • 90% SLA
  • 12K+​​ Annual Interactions​
  • 85% Resolution Percentage

In Their Words

“We saw a tremendous increase in customer satisfaction with our helpdesk services. We noticed continuous improvement-whenever we brought issues to the table and asked for changes, there was no hesitation; they were implemented. BlackBeltHelp excels at bringing new ideas, taking our feedback, and putting it into practice.”

Zachary D Shanes
IT Services Coordinator​
Cleveland State University (CSU)​​