Which consumer role is the primary focus of the service request management practice?

In theservice request managementpractice, the primary focus is on theuser, as they are the ones submitting service requests and requiring support. ITIL defines auseras the individual who consumes or uses the services. The objective of service request management is to address the users' needs efficiently and in line with agreed service levels​​.

Thecustomerdefines the requirements for the service, but theuseris the one interacting with the service requests.

Sponsorsandasset managershave roles in other aspects of service management but are not the focus in this practice.