“Why can’t you just use the MDM we’ve been using in corporate IT?” Sounds familiar? If you’ve been in operations IT for the last decade or more, you’ve likely heard this question from your corporate colleagues at least once. It may be a bit ironic that mobile device management may have been part of your operational tech stack for twice as many years as it’s been in the corporate conversation.

Since ServiceNow launched the Service Graph Connector for OpenTelemetry in the Innovation Lab in April 2023, we’ve seen customers use it in pre-production environments. Today, I’m excited to announce that the Service Graph Connector for OpenTelemetry is generally available for production. Service Graph Connectors allow customers to load large volumes of data quickly and easily into their configuration management database (CMDB).

I’m excited to announce that ServiceNow has been named a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: Low-Code Development Platforms for Professional Developers, Q2 2023. We believe this validates our leadership in low-code innovation. According to the report, “ServiceNow continues to build on its IT credibility with focused, useful low-code innovations to address the technical and governance challenges of scaled, decentralized development and widespread automation.

As the world of finance continues to evolve at a rapid pace, the asset management industry finds itself at the forefront of change. In the face of challenges posed by inflation, volatile markets, and shifting investor preferences, asset managers must adapt and embrace emerging asset management trends to stay competitive. The year 2023 promises to be a crucial time for the industry, as key developments are set to shape the way assets are managed, and value is delivered to clients.

As IT evolves alongside both the physical and – now more common – digital workplace, so too does the IT infrastructure that sustains it. Basically, the IT infrastructure of an organization includes the whole set of IT assets that keep it operating. And, in recent years, we’ve seen a significant migration from mostly traditional infrastructure (i.e. servers and storage devices) to the more cost-effective cloud infrastructure.

I’m excited to announce The Forrester Wave™: Process-Centric AI For IT Operations (AIOps), Q2 2023 named ServiceNow as a Leader among the top vendors in the crowded AIOps market.1 Our journey to this position underscores our leadership in predictive AIOps. We’ve continuously harnessed the immense potential of AI to enhance operational efficiencies, drive productivity, and revolutionize user experiences.

Asset tracking software is a powerful tool that enables organizations to efficiently manage and monitor their valuable assets throughout their lifecycle. Whether it’s physical equipment, IT assets, or inventory, asset tracking software provides a centralized system to track, record, and analyze asset data in real time.

Technology is central to enterprise business strategy today – that goes without saying. From customer experience to ESG goals, digital technology plays a central role in in the day-to-day and strategic objectives of the modern enterprise. Emerging technologies are driving innovation every day. When it comes to adopting new technologies, whether it’s adopting new SAAS solutions or implementing AI, an IT change management approach needs to incorporate the business side of change management.

It’s always nice to know the theory behind the practice, but sadly that’s not enough. A Risk Management plan is what will make you truly effective at avoiding risks and keeping your organization safe. Having a set of guidelines will help you map your activities, ensure the right people are held accountable, and avoid possible disruptions or fines. Don’t know where to start? Don’t worry!

Managing school stocks is essential for all educational institutions. In summer, when schools are closed, it is important to take advantage of this period to optimize inventory management. Here are six practical tips to improve management.