After 15 years working on SQL Server and believing the world revolved around databases, I came to SolarWinds where I could learn more about operational technology and its role in full-stack observability. I've had fun watching these two industries collide, delivering on the promise of better value for businesses. I recently read “End of Abundance in Tech” by Ben DeBow, and it encouraged me to think about what the next big market shift will mean for my industry.

In the world of IT support, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a game-changer, revolutionizing how organizations handle tech issues. From streamlining ticketing systems to providing instant chatbot solutions, AI for IT support has proven its worth. We’ve already explored the various applications of ChatGPT for IT support, such as writing SOPs or quick email responses. Since then, AI has evolved non-stop, widely expanding its offering and capabilities for IT Service Management (ITSM).

InvGate Insight was added to the latest version of Gartner’s Voice of the Customer for Software Asset Management Tools Report. The inclusion is a recognition of the tool’s usefulness for this particular practice. The Voice of the Customer is based on peer reviews and currently features eight vendors. Keep reading to learn more about this report.

Both options have limitations and advantages, but how do you understand whether to build or buy before considerable investments are made?

In the fast-paced realm of modern business, efficiently tracking and managing a diverse array of assets, from hardware and software to virtual and non-IT resources, is an imperative task. Implementing a robust IT Asset Management (ITAM) process is the key to achieving this seamlessly.

Balancing growth and performance optimization is a constant tension in all aspects of business. This is particularly true in DevOps, where there’s a drive to release more features faster to out-pace the competition and a need to stabilize and optimize existing system performance to deliver the best user experience. Yet most DevOps budgets and resources are shrinking. With each release, teams are forced to make difficult trade-off decisions.

It’s like a faded Polaroid from a bygone era: The day when a computer with centralized software was safely locked away in an office. That’s because it is a bygone era for most organizations – wistfully recalled but wildly out of touch with the present.

The best software for operations management will come with a range of in-built workflow automation solutions and task management tools, helping to radically streamline your operations. ‍ Are you… ‍ ‍ As a senior business executive and consultant with more than 20 years of experience leading global organizations of all sizes, I understand the complexities businesses face in choosing effective operations management software solutions.

The average helpdesk is no longer just a place to report technical issues. It’s becoming the front line in enhancing customer experiences holistically. Helpdesks now play a significant role in shaping a customer’s perception of a brand. The modern helpdesk agent resolves issues and builds relationships, ensuring customers feel valued and heard.

With an increasing emphasis on real-time data and streamlined operations, businesses are constantly seeking innovative solutions to stay ahead. One technology that has been a linchpin for decades and continues to evolve is barcodes. Today, the trends surrounding barcodes are not only enhancing their traditional applications but also redefining the future of inventory management.