Protecting sensitive information is more critical than ever. One of the most robust methods to ensure this protection is Mandatory Access Control (MAC).Unlike other access control methods, MAC is designed to strictly regulate who can access what data, based on predefined security policies set by an authority. This system is particularly important in environments where security cannot be compromised, such as government agencies, military operations, and large corporations.

Picture this: you’re unboxing a brand-new gadget, and it feels like it was crafted just for you. The design is sleek, the features are intuitive, and the customer support is just a click away. This delightful experience is no accident; it’s the result of effective Product Service Management at work. In today’s fast-paced world, where consumer expectations soar higher than ever, businesses are challenged to not just deliver products, but to create experiences that resonate.

Fractional executive software is reshaping how organizations engage and collaborate with high-level talent on a part-time or temporary basis. These platforms provide a streamlined approach to managing fractional executives, enabling companies to collaborate with top-tier expertise without the commitment of hiring full-time employees. Are you… If so, you’re in the right place.

As modern IT infrastructure becomes increasingly complex, businesses generate massive amounts of logs compared to the past in real time. Therefore, streamlining this unstructured log data into a more structured form becomes vital with this growing complexity. Organizations must collect unstructured log data from various sources, extract meaning from them, and store them in a centralized repository. That’s where Log Aggregation comes in.

As part of the Agile “family”, DevOps is often seen as strictly incompatible with any formal processes. Is there a place for ITIL in the post-DevOps world?

Imagine if your business operations ran like clockwork every single day. That's where BAU support comes in—it's crucial for keeping things running smoothly. BAU, or Business as Usual, might not sound glamorous, but it's the foundation that keeps your organization running smoothly. From applying security patches to providing user support, these routine tasks are vital for maintaining stability and preventing disruptions.

In today’s complex digital landscape, incorporating security from the ground up is not merely a best practice—it is essential. The recent Azure and CrowdStrike outage underscores the importance of integrating robust security practices into our software development and operational processes. At SolarWinds, we are committed to the principles of Secure by Design, making security fundamental to every phase of our product lifecycle.

Have you ever wondered how businesses manage the value of their technology over time? The depreciation of IT assets plays a crucial role in this process. As technology evolves rapidly, understanding how to account for the decline in value of these IT assets becomes essential for financial health and strategic planning.

*This article was originally published in Help Net Security. Let’s talk about a couple of recent horror stories. Late last year, a Chevrolet dealership deployed a chatbot powered by a large language model (LLM) on their homepage. This LLM, trained with detailed specifications of Chevrolet vehicles, was intended to respond only to questions about Chevrolet cars.

Have you ever found yourself confused by the overlapping terms in IT Management? IT Service Management (ITSM), Configuration Management Database (CMDB), and IT Asset Management (ITAM) are often mixed up, yet they each play unique roles in optimizing IT operations. This article will clarify these concepts, starting with their definitions and highlighting how they interconnect.