InServiceNow Service Catalog, anOrder Guideis a feature that allows users toorder multiple, related catalog items in a single request, simplifying the ordering process.
Helps usersrequest multiple items togetherinstead of submitting separate requests.
Ensures that related items are grouped logically (e.g., when onboarding a new employee, an Order Guide can include a laptop, software licenses, and access to required applications).
Usesvariables and rulesto pre-fill certain values and guide users through the ordering process.
Reduces the number of individual requests and makes fulfillment more efficient.
Purpose of an Order Guide:
(A) Order Guides restrict the number of items in an order to only one item per request – Incorrect
This isnot truebecause Order Guides allow users to requestmultiple itemsat once.
Asingle request (REQ#) is generatedthat contains multiple Requested Items (RITMs).
(B) Order Guides provide a list of guidelines for Administrators on how to set up item variables – Incorrect
Order Guides are forusers, not just administrators.
Theydo not provide setup guidelines; instead, they simplify ordering for end-users.
(C) Order Guides provide the ability to order multiple, related items as one request – Correct
This is theprimary functionof an Order Guide.
Instead of placing separate orders for different catalog items, a user can add allrelateditems to asingle request.
Example:Employee Onboarding Order Guide
Laptop
Email account
VPN access
Software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite)
(D) Order Guides take the user directly to the checkout without prompting for information – Incorrect
Order Guidescan include user prompts(variables, conditions) before checkout.
Users may be asked for specific detailsbeforesubmitting the request (e.g., laptop specifications, software preferences).
Explanation of Each Option:
Use dynamic variables: Order Guides can ask questions that determine which items should be included in the request.
Improve user experience: Order Guides streamline ordering, ensuring users request all necessary items without forgetting anything.
Enhance fulfillment efficiency: Since multiple items are grouped in one request, IT and fulfillment teams can process them together, reducing delays.
Example Use Cases:
New Hire Onboarding(laptop, software, security badge, phone)
Office Setup Request(desk, chair, monitor, accessories)
Additional Notes & Best Practices:
ServiceNow Docs: Order Guides Overview
https://docs.servicenow.com
ServiceNow Community: How to Configure an Order Guide
https://community.servicenow.com
References from Certified System Administrator (CSA) Documentation:
