CMDB Variations: Why One Standard Does Not Fit All
Organizations frequently experience confusion regarding Configuration Management Databases (CMDB's). This confusion arises because there is currently no single, universally followed standard. Various authorities, governance bodies, auditors, and technology vendors have each introduced overlapping frameworks. As [...]
One Real-time Configuration and Asset Database for the Enterprise?
The Future of Configuration and Asset Databases (CADB) in an AI-Driven IT Landscape: A Vision for 2027 In today's rapidly evolving IT environment, traditional Configuration Management Databases (CMDBs) are increasingly falling short. They lack [...]
Can we talk about the elephant in the room?
As you may have noticed, things are rapidly changing in IT. The biggest change is the automation of tasks that used to be done manually. New frameworks such as DevSecOps and new Technologies such [...]
Business Capabilities for the Enterprise Support Domain
At the end of the year, some look back and—more importantly—some look forward. I did both. When looking backward, I noticed many people complaining about getting value for money from their IT4IT investments. After two [...]
The ultimate list of (700+) IT Management Tools, December 2024
Below is an overview of 727 IT management tools meticulously grouped into eight primary categories. This compilation highlights the breadth and depth of the IT management landscape, from strategic planning and governance to day-to-day [...]
From IT Service Management to Enterprise Service Management
The landscape of IT management is undergoing a seismic shift. Traditional IT service management (ITSM) tools, once the backbone of IT operations, are no longer sufficient to meet the growing demands of modern organizations. Technologies [...]