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5 ways teams used BigPanda during the CrowdStrike outage

In the weeks since the Crowdstrike outage brought millions of systems to a halt, countless articles have been written about the cause of the outage, its impact, and the costs companies incur during service disruptions. Nearly every large company had hosts offline due to the faulty update in CrowdStrike’s Falcon software. BigPanda customers were no exception. On July 19, between 04:00 and 07:00 UTC, the BigPanda systems logged an increase in shared incidents.

How to Use InfluxDB for Real-Time SpringBoot Application Monitoring

Enterprise Java developers understand the frustration of sluggish application performance in production. Diagnosing issues within complex microservice architectures can be a time-consuming nightmare. Thankfully, the popular Java framework SpringBoot provides a robust observability stack to simplify real-time monitoring and analysis. By harnessing the power of libraries and tools such as SpringBoot Actuator, Micrometer with InfluxDB, and Grafana, you can gather meaningful insights easily and quickly.

The Evolution of Engineering and the Role of Observability 2.0 in Shaping the Future

Engineering has come a long way since the days of delivering discrete, point-in-time products that were often packaged on a CD and shipped to customers. The days of physical media and long development cycles are long gone. The advent of cloud computing and the rise of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) transformed the landscape, creating a new model of continuous development and service delivery. This shift has not only revolutionized how software is developed, but has also redefined the engineer’s role.

Navigating VMware licensing changes with SquaredUp: Insights from a Global IT service provider

The recent changes in VMware's licensing model under Broadcom have introduced new complexities for IT teams worldwide. The shift from perpetual to subscription-based licensing has raised concerns about cost management, compliance, and resource optimization. One global IT service provider has leveraged SquaredUp to navigate these challenges, providing a real-world example of how organizations can use SquaredUp to adapt to these changes and maximize efficiency.

Network Bandwidth vs. Capacity: What's Slowing Down Your Network?

Understanding network performance can be a challenge, especially when certain terms are frequently discussed but often misunderstood. For many, the concepts of network bandwidth and capacity are at the forefront of any networking conversation. These terms are commonly used, and their significance is often highlighted in network performance discussions. However, they are just pieces of a much larger puzzle – one that this article will help you realize.

The Impact of Technology on Kubernetes Consulting Service Trends

The internet is used for almost everything nowadays, from sending and receiving messages to transferring money between bank accounts. With more and more people using the internet, there is greater demand for web applications. Kubernetes is an open-source platform that helps with deploying, scaling, and the management of web applications. As a platform, Kubernetes can be confusing for beginners to master. Because of this, consultancy firms have established themselves as authorities and can help businesses use Kubernetes. This post intends to tell you how modern technology has influenced Kubernetes consultancy trends.

5 Benefits Of Using Ecommerce For Distributors

Though e-commerce platforms are not new, many online distributors have sprung up recently. Why is this? Firms are jumping on the bandwagon of remote work. Thus, these distributors are saying, "Hey! Let's focus on those who shop from home." Considering we buy approximately one out of five items through the Internet and almost half our shopping trips begin with a click or tap, this comes as little surprise.

Why AI Will Become Essential In Quality Inspection

Forget spotting a needle in a haystack. Today's AI quality control systems can detect a paint defect smaller than a grain of salt on a car body - while keeping pace with high-volume manufacturing. This isn't speculative tech; it's happening on factory floors right now. From microscopic solder bridges on PCBs to predictive algorithms slashing downtime, AI is redefining what's possible in manufacturing QC.

Unlocking Digital Transformation Through Business Process Mining

Technology is finding its way into all aspects of our lives and businesses are going through a real digital transformation. It's all about using technology to make them work faster, smarter, and to become better at handling everyday challenges. In this fast-moving world, companies need tools that help them stay ahead, and this is where process mining comes in. In short, it analyzes data from the company's systems to see how it works and then it uses that data to spot problems, improve efficiency, and help make better decisions.