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Software Patching 101

Timely software patching is an important step in maintaining the security of a company's IT systems. Each company has developed its own strategy for the way it handles the installation of software patches. This note deals with the main patching strategies adopted by companies and takes a look at delays in patch installations and their causes.

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SOX and ITIL Dominate Trends in IT Compliance

Compliance remains a key concern for many IT managers. Frameworks like ITIL and COBIT are very popular, but the NIST 800 guidelines and ISO 17799/27002 may be more beneficial. Regardless of the approach, IT leadership is sacrificed when violations occur.

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Software Configuration Management Solutions: TCO Comparison Tool

Some open-source software configuration management (SCM) tools are as good as their commercial counterparts ? without the licensing fees. Use this Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) comparison tool to capably determine the cost difference between the two licensing options.

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Software Configuration Management Tools: Comparative TCO Calculator

For smaller development teams, open-source software configuration management (SCM) tools are a tempting alternative to commercial off-the-shelf packages. Use this total cost of ownership tool to find the real cost differential between open-source and commercial options.

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Improve SCM for Quality and Efficiency Gains

Any small enterprise that employs software developers manages software configuration. Well-structured software configuration management (SCM) practices enhance software quality, increase developer productivity, and aid regulatory compliance.

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Six Keys to Unlock the Software Configuration Treasure Chest

Software configuration management (SCM) is a necessity for any enterprise engaging in software development. Understand the six key activities of configuration management and determine whether or not development teams need to revise their processes.

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Get a Clear Picture of Application Provisioning

No clear definition of application provisioning exists, yet products promising to provide application provisioning are increasingly appearing on the market. IT managers must understand what application provisioning means to avoid buying inappropriate solutions from vendors.

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Software Configuration Management Tool RFP Template

Small enterprises looking to adopt a comprehensive Software Configuration Management (SCM) tool should incorporate a formal Request For Proposal (RFP) into the selection decision. Info-Tech's Software Configuration Management Tool RFP Template speeds up the process while ensuring all critical areas are covered.

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Software Configuration Management Tools: Five Key Features

IT leaders that need to improve their organization's software configuration management (SCM) processes should standardize on the right tool. Diligent software selection is especially important for decision makers in smaller enterprises, since many of the SCM products that target that market have limited functionality. Evaluate platform requirements, development approaches, and geographic distribution to find the most appropriate tool.

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Navigate the SCM Wilderness: Look for These Five Landmarks

IT teams looking to improve software configuration management processes should standardize on an appropriate software solution. Assess platform needs, development approach, and geographic distribution to choose the tool that best meets the organization's needs.

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SCM Solution RFP Template

An enterprise looking to invest in a comprehensive Software Configuration Management (SCM) solution should follow a formal RFP process. Employ this SCM Solution RFP Template to save time and ensure that all key areas are addressed.

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BladeLogic Challenges Enterprise-Grade Provisioning Market

BladeLogic, Inc. is expanding its provisioning offerings. After focusing exclusively on server provisioning with its Operations Manager product, a recent slew of announcements indicate that BladeLogic is looking for a bigger foothold in the enterprise. IT buyers in the market for a provisioning solution should add BladeLogic to their shortlist.

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Active Directory Topology: Dividing by Domains

While every Active Directory implementation is going to require the use of at least one domain, determining when multiple domains should be used and how they should be aligned is a matter for serious consideration. Understanding all of the factors involved is essential for enterprises to deploy the right architecture.

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Application Management: Change Execution Management

The decision has been made to make changes to an application. Now these changes must be executed and rolled out to the user base in a controlled way that maximizes the change's success and minimizes disruption to the business. This process is known as change execution management.

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iSeries Shops: Tackle Software Configuration Management Now

Managers with an iSeries-based infrastructure should stop procrastinating and deploy a Software Configuration Management (SCM) solution to deal with software complexity management and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance issues.