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Cost-Effective Strategies for Kafka Resource Management

Running Kafka at peak efficiency doesn’t come cheap. But with some smart tweaks, it’s entirely possible to keep costs down while making sure everything flows smoothly. The key is to balance your resource usage across CPU, memory, and storage to get the most bang for your buck. Let’s dive into some strategies that will help you stretch those resources, streamline your Kafka setup, and avoid breaking the bank.

Site Reliability Engineer's Guide to Black Friday

It’s gotten to the point where Black Friday reliability prep has to start on…well Black Friday. This year, 32% of consumers in the US claimed that they were going to start their holiday shopping in July-October. Plus, Black Friday isn’t the only day eCommerce businesses have to worry about, now we have Cyber Monday, Travel Tuesday, and the thousands of Prime Days from Amazon.

What is Synthetic Monitoring?

Synthetic monitoring (SM) uses script-based, simulated user interactions to assess the performance and reliability of websites, application program interfaces (APIs), and other digital services. These scripts can mimic typical user behaviors, such as logging in, completing a purchase, site navigation, etc., and run consistently from multiple locations so you get real-time feedback on how your systems handle different scenarios.

Kentik Named a Value Leader in EMA's 2024 Radar Report for Network Operations Observability

We are excited to share that Kentik has been named a Value Leader in EMA’s 2024 Radar Report for Network Operations Observability. This recognition highlights our continued commitment to building an AI-powered, end-to-end observability platform for modern networks, helping network and cloud teams optimize their infrastructures for availability, performance, cost-efficiency, and security.

Top 11 Reasons MSPs Choose NinjaOne RMM

As a managed service provider (MSP), you manage an ever-growing number of endpoints. Every day, you’re tasked with ensuring that your clients’ systems are secure, up-to-date, and running smoothly. However, with client demands evolving and IT environments becoming more complex, the tools you use to manage operations can either boost your efficiency or hold you back.

The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is coming - are you ready?

As the official implementation date approaches for the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) – financial institutions and their information and communication technology (ICT) service providers, across the European Union are gearing up for a significant shift in their operational landscape.

7 Myths of AVD Monitoring

Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) is a powerful and increasingly popular solution that allows businesses to provide secure, scalable, and cloud-based desktop virtualization, usually without the overhead of on-prem infrastructure. However, many organizations underestimate the importance of monitoring, leading to performance, compliance, and cost issues. Today, I will debunk several common myths surrounding AVD monitoring and explain why a proactive approach can save you time, stress and billing costs.

Insurtech Leader Reduces Azure Cloud Spend by $860K with Savepro

Cloud investments grow with your business, and for many companies, cloud costs can scale quickly as new services, features, and data demands enter the fold. For an Insurtech company working closely with Azure, their rapid growth brought equally expanding cloud costs. They turned to 2bcloud to help them streamline and optimize, looking for more efficient ways to manage this growth sustainably.

Going Viral: The Influence of Digital Platforms on Modern Fashion Trends

Picture this: you're scrolling through your social media feed and come across a jaw-dropping outfit from your favorite influencer. Within hours, similar looks are everywhere - TikTok, Instagram stories, Pinterest boards, and even in online stores. This instant global visibility is a perfect example of how digital platforms are reshaping fashion. Gone are the days when the runway or fashion magazines dictated trends. Today, social media is the new fashion powerhouse. These platforms have turned scrolling into a major influence on what we wear, how we shop, and even how we define our style.